How to Find Pop-ups in Seoul | Find December pop-ups in Seoul here!
Not sure how to find pop-ups in Seoul? Here's all the info you need on how to find them, make reservations, & the latest info on recent pop-ups!
- Tip 1. Watch out for them on your FYP
- Tip 2. Follow social media accounts dedicated to pop-ups
- Tip 3. Follow your favorite brand's social media account
- Tip 4. Get a Korean phone number
- Additional Tips!
- Current Seoul Pop-ups | December
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Pop-up stores are one of hottest activities to do in Korea! Many popular brands will open up a pop-up store with fun games, unique experiences, and lots of freebies.
Most pop-ups can be found in Seongsu, Hongdae, or The Hyundai Seoul, and last anywhere from a few days or even up to a few months. Here are some tips for discovering the latest and greatest pop-ups currently happening in Korea!
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Tip 1. Watch out for them on your FYP
Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are excellent resources for discovering the trendiest pop-up stores in Korea. People are quick to visit these spaces and share their experiences to boost engagement and attract followers.
However, it's important to note that content showing up on your TikTok 'For You Page' or Instagram 'Explore Page' may have been posted weeks earlier—often outlasting the short lifespan of these pop-up stores.
In Korea, pop-ups typically last for just a week or two, making real-time information crucial. This leads us to our next tip, where you can be informed before the pop-ups open.
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Tip 2. Follow social media accounts dedicated to pop-ups
On Instagram, there are specialized accounts dedicated to keeping the public in the loop about the latest pop-ups in Korea. However, most of these are primarily in Korean.
If you're not fluent, don't worry—you can use Instagram's built-in translation feature, found just below the caption and comments, to get the gist of the post.
While this won't help you read Korean text in the image carousels, it will give you a good starting point for figuring out where and when these pop-up events are happening.
Here are some Instagram accounts to follow or check to stay updated:
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Tip 3. Follow your favorite brand's social media account
Brands will often tease and announce their upcoming pop-ups on their social media pages or homepage. If there is a specific brand you like, make sure to check out their social media channels incase they have a pop-up coming up!
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Tip 4. Get a Korean phone number
A lot of pop-ups might require you to wait through this tablet system called CATCHTABLE, and you'll need a Korean phone number to register your spot. Once you're registered, you can explore the area and check how many teams are in front of you on your phone.
You will get a message when it's almost your turn; make sure to stay nearby, because you will lose your spot if you're not back within a certain time frame (usually 5~10 minutes)!
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Additional Tips!
1) Make a reservation ahead of time if you can. Some brands will open reservations online via Naver or on the brand's official website. You can usually find the link to make a reservation on the brand's official Instagram, or you can check this very blog (scroll to the last section for reservation info on current pop-ups)!
*Pop-up reservations are usually free but you will likely need a Korean phone number.
2) Avoid going to pop-ups on the weekends because it is extra crowded and you may need to wait hours before your turn. The best time to visit a pop-up, especially if it's popular, is on a weekday as soon as it opens (or maybe even before it opens).
3) Stroll through Seongsu, one of Korea's trendiest neighborhoods, and you're bound to stumble upon at least three pop-ups! The area is always buzzing with excitement, and many of the most notable pop-up events choose Seongsu as their backdrop.
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Current Seoul Pop-ups | December
📍 Location: 95 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (MM Seongsu)
🗓️ Dates: Dec 12, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025
⏰ Hours: 11 AM - 8:30 PM
Walk-in & On-site Reservation: Reserve a spot on-site at the pop-up via tablet.
*Some tablet systems allow foreigners to enter their email, but many require a Korean phone number.
Online Pre-reservation: Reserve spots ahead of time via Naver.
📍 Location: Haus Dosan, 1F, 50 Apgujeong-ro 46-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
🗓️ Dates: November 28th, 2024 - January 3rd, 2025 (Closed on January 1st)
⏰ Hours: 11:00-21:00
On-site Waiting: There is no tablet system or online reservations, so you'll need to wait in line physically.
Walk-in & On-site Reservation
Online Pre-reservation
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*The cake reservation does not get you a spot in the pop-up.
📍Location: 20-1, Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
🗓️ Dates: November 21st, 2024 - December 29th, 2024
⏰ Hours: 11:00 - 21:00
On-site Waiting: There is no tablet system or online reservations, so you'll need to wait in line physically.
Walk-in & On-site Reservation
Online Pre-reservation
<BT21 Angel & Villain Special Pop-Up>
📍Location: LINE FRIENDS SQUARE, 141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
🗓️ Dates: December 13th, 2024 - January 13th, 2025
⏰ Hours: 11:00 - 22:00
No reservation or waiting required.
<Squid Games Season 2 Pop-up @ Shinsegae Department Store>
📍Location:1F, Central City Shinsegae Department Store, Sinbanporo 176, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
🗓️ Dates: December 20th, 2024 - January 5th, 2025
⏰ Hours: 10:30 - 20:00 (Open until 20:30 on Fri, Sat, Sun)
On-site Waiting: There is no tablet system or online reservations, so you'll need to wait in line physically.
Walk-in & On-site Reservation
Online Pre-reservation
📍Location:28 Seongsui-ro 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
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🗓️ Dates: December 5, 2024 - December 29, 2024
⏰ Hours: 11:00 - 20:00
No reservation or waiting required.
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