Korea captured the world’s imagination through culture. Can it now help shape what comes next? Presented by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the United Kingdom and the Korean Cultural Centre UK, ‘Korea Forum 2026’ brings together thought leaders from business, culture, academia, and diplomacy to explore how Korea’s cultural influence is evolving … [Read More]
Year: 2026
Le Sserafim PUREFLOW World Tour in London
LE SSERAFIM bring their PUREFLOW World Tour to London on 16 October 2026, marking the group’s first standalone UK concert and a major step in their expanding global footprint. Since debuting under Source Music/HYBE, the five‑member group have become one of K‑pop’s most closely watched acts, pairing precision choreography with a sleek, hybrid sound that … [Read More]
XG World Tour “The Core” in London
XG (Xtraordinary Genes) is a seven-member artist group consisting of JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA. Unbound by innate attributes or predefined frameworks, XG unleashes the power and creativity that lie within each individual’s core. By continuously creating new culture without being constrained by convention, XG seeks to empower people across the world … [Read More]
KCCUK Norigae and Jogakbo Workshop
Join the KCCUK for a hands-on craft workshop exploring the beauty of Norigae and Jogakbo, two treasured elements of traditional Korean culture. Discover the history, symbolism, and artistry behind these unique crafts while creating your own meaningful keepsakes. Norigae Norigae is a traditional Korean ornament worn by women that added elegance and splendour to the … [Read More]
Kang Yuchan x From20 “Body Talk” tour in London
Singer and actor KANG YUCHAN debuted in 2017 as a member of A.C.E and has continued to build a diverse career on the global stage. Alongside his musical activities, he has also established a solid acting career, expressing his journey of growth as an artist who stays true to himself through his music from20 is … [Read More]
ITZY 3rd World Tour “Tunnel Vision” in London
Following the release of their acclaimed new EP Motto and the launch of their global ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR earlier this year, international K-pop superstars ITZY have announced the European and UK leg of the tour, presented by Live Nation. ITZY 3rd World Tour in Europe/UK supports the group’s acclaimed November mini-album TUNNEL VISION, which … [Read More]
Bang Yongguk “Haebang” tour in London
Former B.A.P leader, rapper and producer Bang Yongguk returns to London this September with the latest chapter of his acclaimed Haebang (解方) tour. Known for his gravel‑toned delivery, introspective lyricism and a production style that blends brooding hip‑hop with cinematic instrumentation, Yongguk has carved out one of the most distinctive solo paths among second‑generation idols. … [Read More]
Korea: the Lee Kun-Hee bequest, at the British Museum
Discover the story of Korea’s distinctive and vibrant arts – from 300 BC to the present day. Featuring outstanding examples of sculpture, painting and decorative arts over two millennia – up to the present day – the exhibition presents the most comprehensive chronological survey of Korean visual and material culture seen in Europe for over … [Read More]
2026 British Korean War Veterans Remembrance Day
More than 70 years ago, young men travelled thousands of miles from home to defend the freedom of a country they had never seen before. Today, because of their courage and sacrifice, generations of Koreans live in peace and freedom. On 27 June, the Korean Veterans Association UK gathers not only to remember their service, … [Read More]
Re-Seed Asia: The Future of East Asian Fashion & Cultural Exchange
Re-Seed Asia brings together fashion, education, and cultural exchange to connect emerging creatives across Asia. Re-Seed Asia: Fashion, Culture & Creative Diplomacy Summit is an exhibition-led international cultural exchange programme hosted by University of the Arts London at London College of Fashion. This exhibition brings together emerging student creatives from South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and the … [Read More]
Woo Jin Joo, Yewon Lee and Joonhong Min in Degrees of Contact
The ArtEN Annual Exhibition is a cultural event presenting exceptional international artists working in the UK today. The 2026 iteration, Degrees of Contact, brings fifteen distinct practitioners into a shared space. This year, the focus is on contact, observing how these practices translate specific cultural origins and mythological frameworks, into a shared contemporary visual language, … [Read More]
Korea University / SOAS Joint Colloquium on Traditional Korean Studies
The Korea University and SOAS Joint Colloquium on Traditional Korean Studies is a full-day scholarly exchange bringing together researchers from Korea University’s Institute for Global Humanities Research and Collaboration and the SOAS Centre of Korean Studies. The programme features two keynote lectures and two research sessions covering a broad range of topics, including Korean reception … [Read More]
Korean Traditional Painting in Alter-age: Pure and Hybrid
The Korean Cultural Centre UK (KCCUK), in collaboration with Ilmin Museum of Art, is delighted to present Korean Traditional Painting in Alter-age: Pure and Hybrid, an exhibition centring on literati painting as a key strand of Korean traditional art, juxtaposing works from the collections of Ilmin Museum of Art and the Ilmin Cultural Foundation with contemporary Korean … [Read More]
June events 2026
If K-pop and club music isn’t your thing, June so far seems to be a reasonably quiet month, which after such a busy May is no bad thing. Exhibitions Architect Byoung Soo Cho has a solo exhibition at the Coronet Theatre until 6 June The KCCUK’s current exhibition Icheon and Beyond — The Space Within … [Read More]
Clara-Jumi Kang plays Britten at the Cadogan Hall
Tchaikovsky never held back. He asked for his Fifth Symphony to be performed con desiderio e passione – ‘with desire and passion’ – and when guest conductor Ben Glassberg joins the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, we can promise exactly that. With its heartfelt melodies and blazing colours, we love playing Tchaikovsky’s Fifth as … [Read More]
SOAS–INALCO Joint Postgraduate Conference: Reframing Contemporary Korea — Language, Culture, and Society
The Centre for Korean Studies (CKS), SOAS University of London, in collaboration with INALCO, warmly invites students, scholars, and members of the public to attend the first SOAS–INALCO Joint Postgraduate Conference, Reframing Contemporary Korea: Language, Culture, and Society, to be held online on Friday, 5 June 2026. This one-day postgraduate conference aims to provide a … [Read More]