Ring in 2025: Top New Year’s Eve Countdown Events in Seoul

The countdown to the new year is on! Check out the best and the most happening countdown events in Seoul to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025!

As mid-November approaches, it feels like the end of the year is near. While 2024 held unique experiences for each of us, we all look forward to welcoming 2025 with excitement and fresh hopes. The countdown to midnight remains a cherished tradition, and this year, Seoul offers fantastic locations to ring in the Year of the Blue Snake with memorable events.

New Year Countdown Events in Seoul

Boshingak Bell-Ringing Ceremony

Join celebrities, public figures, and citizens at the Boshingak Pavilion for the iconic bell-ringing ceremony. The bell is struck 33 times, symbolizing the Buddhist “33 heavens,” a tradition believed to open these heavens for all beings to begin anew. This ancient practice dates back to a time when city gates opened each morning with 33 bell chimes.

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The event runs from 11:00 PM on December 31 to 1:00 AM on January 1, featuring live performances and a symbolic “midnight sun” lighting. Experience the dawn of the new year in the heart of Seoul.

DDP New Year’s Eve Countdown

The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) hosts a dynamic countdown event as part of its Seoulite media art exhibition. Starting at 11:00 PM on December 31, enjoy pre-performances by artists, followed by an impressive fireworks and laser show projected on DDP’s iconic media façade. The celebration extends until 1:30 AM on January 1.

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Lotte World Tower Countdown

The 123-story Lotte World Tower lights up with a spectacular New Year’s message displayed through its LED exterior. Witness the countdown and dazzling visuals from a distance for the best view, one of the most sought after countdown events in Seoul. For an unobstructed perspective, consider heading to Gwangjin Bridge along the Han River.

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Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at these iconic Seoul landmarks and create unforgettable memories as you step into the new year.

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