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Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival 2025-2026 Complete Guide

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Visit the Garden of Morning Calm in winter and meet the moment when a romantic fantasy world becomes real.

A nighttime image of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival shows a section of the garden illuminated by thousands of colorful LED lights.

Every winter, the Garden of Morning Calm shines bright with illuminations under the dark skies. Located only about 2 hours away by car from Seoul, the Garden of Morning Calm and its light festival is a perfect day trip destination for visitors to Seoul. Since this light festival only takes place from winter to early spring, do not miss out on this event during your stay in Korea.

  • Festival Period: December 5th, 2025~March 15th, 2026
  • Address: 427 Sumokwon-ro, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do (Kakao Map)

1. Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival at a Glance

A tranquil winter scene at the Garden of Morning Calm, showcasing a traditional Korean-style pavilion with a dark tiled roof, set among snow-covered ground and snow-dusted bare trees.

Heavy snowfall in the area forms a thick blanket that covers the whole garden in winter. Surrounded by the snow-covered mountains and valleys, you’d feel as though you were in the middle of the Disney movie “Frozen” at the Garden of Morning Calm during the day. As dusk settles, the illuminations decorating the garden begin to shimmer and glow, and the snowy world transforms into a different world.

See more pictures below and admire the beauty of the garden at night.

A nighttime, low-angle photo of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival, showcasing a large tree completely covered in vibrant blue LED lights.

A vibrant nighttime photograph of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival. The foreground shows a low, snow-covered hedge or flower bed entirely covered in warm yellow and white LED lights.

Every step forward, you’ll see different colored trees and plants capturing your eye.

A close-up, low-angle shot of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival at night. The foreground is dominated by large, glowing pink and magenta orbs of light on the ground and covering small bushes. In the background, trees are illuminated with bright blue and white lights, creating a densely packed and vibrant scene.

Some artworks are constructed especially for this festival, such as the horse & carriage and illuminated arch tunnels.

*Decorations of the garden may vary every year.

A nighttime, close-up photograph of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival with a woman wearing a pink hat.

Pose like a princess with glittering illuminations.

A nighttime photo of the Garden of Morning Calm with a woman wearing a pink hat and the background of illuminating pink LED lights.

A nighttime photo of the Garden of Morning Calm with a woman wearing a pink hat and the background of illuminating tunnel of golden LED lights.

Walking in this romantic atmosphere will warm your heart in freezing cold weather.

2. When to Visit the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival

A nighttime image of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival

The Garden of Morning Calm is open every day, all year round, between 10.00 am and 9.00 pm. However, you can witness the dazzling light festival in winter after 5.00pm.

Take note of the information below if you plan to visit the Garden of Morning Calm for its lighting festival.

Festival PeriodDecember 5, 2025 ~ March 15, 2026
Operating HoursSunday ~ Friday5:00pm ~ 9.00 pm
Saturday5:00pm ~ 11.00 pm

*The garden opens at 10:00 am, but the illuminations start from 5:00 pm.

The admission fees are as below:

  • Adult: KRW 11,000
  • Teenager: KRW 8,500
  • Child: KRW 7,500
  • Adult (senior, national merit, person with disability): KRW 9,000
  • Child, Teenager (person with disability): KRW 6,500
  • Gapyeong Resident: Adult – KRW 8,000 / Child, Teenager – KRW 6,000

The restaurants and cafes inside the garden mostly operate until 8 pm. So you can grab some food in the evening, but please note that the restaurant’s operation hours are subject to change. Also, to match the lighting time of the Garden of Morning Calm, our tours will begin later, and not at the time specified on our product page.

3. How to Get to the Garden of Morning Calm from Seoul

A nighttime image of the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival with the dazzling pink and purple tunnel.

[Public Transportation from Seoul]

Bus: Take an intercity bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal near Gangbyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 2) → Arrive at Cheongpyeong Bus Terminal in Gapyeong → Take Gapyeong City Tour Bus or a local bus

Train: Take an ITX train from Yongsan Station or Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul → Arrive at Cheongpyeong Station in Gapyeong → Take Gapyeong City Tour Bus or a local bus

Subway: Take the Subway Gyeongchun Line from Seoul → Arrive at Cheongpyeong Station in Gapyeong → Take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus or a local bus

[Hassle-Free Day Tours from Seoul]

If you want to visit the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival without worrying about any hassles, simply book a 1-day tour via Trazy! You can enjoy other famous winter attractions, such as Nami Island and Seoraksan National Park, along with the festival. 

▷Check out more 1-day tour options here!◁

4. Enjoy the Light Festival with the Best Ski Resorts

A wide-angle, high-angle shot of the Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort base area and slopes. The foreground is dominated by a large, flat snow plaza.

If you want to enjoy the Garden of Morning Calm with a ski trip, check out the ski tours below:

5. Enjoy the Light Festival with Popular Winter Destinations

1) Strawberry Farm

A close-up of a person's hand wearing a red glove, holding a cluster of bright red, ripe strawberries that have just been picked.

Pick your own fresh and delicious strawberries to take home, and visit the famous Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival in a day:

2) Eobi Ice Valley

An overhead view of the Eobi Ice Valley frozen waterfall attraction, showing a massive wall of blue and white icicles cascading down a steep cliff face. A wooden bridge with railings runs horizontally across the scene, allowing a few people to walk and observe the frozen formation below.

Eobi Ice Valley is a newly rising tourist destination known for its magnificent frozen waterfall. Witness the jaw-dropping ice wall created by a frozen waterfall and then head to the Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival, surrounded by a sea of twinkling lights:

3) Gugok Ice Valley

A breathtaking wide shot of a massive, frozen waterfall, likely at Gugok Ice Valley, emphasizing its height and scale.

Gugok Ice Valley, also known as Gugok Falls Ice Valley, is a stunning natural winter attraction in Chuncheon, Gangwon-do, where a 50-meter waterfall and surrounding cliffs freeze into massive, crystal-like ice walls. You can explore this jaw-dropping natural landscape with the dazzling Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival in a day:

6. Where to Eat at Garden of Morning Calm

1) Food Garden

Food Garden Restaurant at Garden Morning Calm

Food Garden offers comforting and clean Korean dishes that bring back memories of home and add even more joy to your trip!

  • Location: Inside the Bonsai Garden
  • Hours: 10:20AM-6PM (Last Order: 5PM)
  • Closed: Tuesday
  • Menus: Country-style soybean paste stew, veggie chop steak, handmade whole chicken cutlet, spicy fire chicken rice bowl, mushroom hot pot, vegetable bibimbap, snow cheese tteokbokki, and more

2) Good Morning Coffee

Good Morning Coffee cafe at the Garden of Morning Calm

Good Morning Coffee is where you can relax with a cup of coffee at a traditional Hanok roasting house, located beneath the pine forest.

  • Location: Next to the poetry walking trail
  • Hours: 10AM-6PM
  • Closed: Open year-round
  • Menus: Roasted coffee, Viennese coffee, cream mocha, cafe latte, flower tea, fruit tea, and more

3) Morning Spring Bakery

Morning Spring Bakery at the Garden of Morning Calm

Morning Spring Bakery makes healthy bread using natural fermenting starters and organic flour.

  • Location: Next to the poetry walking trail
  • Hours: 10AM-5PM
  • Closed: Open year-round
  • Menus: Cranberry cream cheese bread, madeleine, garlic bread, rye bread, chocolate-filled bread, and more

Check out more places to eat and shop at the Garden of Morning Calm here!

7. FAQs

Q1. Does the entrance ticket include everything?

Tickets cover garden entry and lights; food, rides (e.g., carriage), and extras are separate.

Q2. Is parking available?

Yes, ample free parking at the garden entrance; arrive early on weekends as it fills during peak festival nights.

Q3. When is the best time to visit the festival?

Arrive just before 5:00 PM to catch sunset and lights turning on; allow 2+ hours to explore. Weekdays are less crowded than Saturdays.

Q4. What if it rains or snows?

Festival runs rain or shine, but heavy weather may affect paths; check the official site or tour operator for closures. Dress warmly.

Q5. Can I combine with other attractions?

Yes, popular tours pair it with Nami Island, Petite France, Rail Bike, Alpaca World, strawberry farms, or ice valleys like Eobi/Gugok for full-day winter itineraries.

Are you planning a winter holiday to Korea? To find out more about winter tours and activities in Korea, visit Trazy.com, Korea’s #Travel Shop!

[Photo Credits]
Gyeonggi Tourism Organization
Korea Tourism Organization
Garden of Morning Calm Official Website

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