2026 D-AWARDS | Seoul

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30 Samcheong-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

The exhibition will showcase over 50 works from the artist's career, encompassing various forms including installation, sculpture, and painting, many of which have never been exhibited in Asia before. It includes some of Hirst's most representative series, such as *Natural History* (formaldehyde sculpture), *Rotating Painting*, *Medicine Cabinet*, *Cherry Blossoms*, and *Spots and Butterflies Painting*. The exhibition traces the development of Hirst's most famous themes. Throughout his artistic career, Hirst has consistently explored the intricate relationship between beauty, religion, science, life, and death.

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DUEX Hongdae Building 1, B3, LC Tower, 186 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

"Solo Leveling" themed exhibition is an immersive hunter adventure experience specially designed for global manga and anime fans, perfectly recreating the fantasy world of this top-tier action-packed work. The exhibition adopts an immersive storyline adventure mode where visitors become rookie E-rank hunters, starting their journey from the Hunter Association registration office and progressing through iconic scenes like the Dual Dungeon, King's Audience Chamber, and Ant King's Nest. The exhibition area showcases a vast collection of officially licensed original artwork, storyboard sketches, and character design materials, fully presenting the creative details from manga to anime. Life-size 1:1 statues of ultra-popular characters like Igris and the Ant King make a stunning appearance, recreating the visual impact of famous scenes. Interactive challenge zones and skill experience installations are set up on-site, along with a dedicated mission stamp system, allowing visitors to personally experience protagonist Sung Jin-Woo's growth journey from hunter to Shadow Monarch.

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Seoul Jamsil Indoor Stadium

BABYMONSTER is a girl group under YG Entertainment. Composed of multinational members from Korea, Thailand, and Japan, the group has captivated global audiences with their exceptional talents in vocals, rap, performance, and visuals, earning them the name 'MONSTER ROOKIE.' The group officially debuted on April 1st, 2024, with their first EP [BABYMONS7ER], following the release of their pre-debut singles 'BATTER UP' and 'Stuck In The Middle'. The album broke records for first-week sales by a debut girl group, while the title track 'SHEESH' achieved significant milestones, including charting on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global Chart for 71 consecutive days and remaining on the Billboard Global 200 for 14 weeks, Billboard Global Excl. U.S. for 18 weeks. Following their single 'FOREVER', BABYMONSTER made a rapid comeback on November 1, 2024 with their first full-length album [DRIP]. This album debuted at No. 149 on the Billboard 200, while the title track 'DRIP' set the group's new milestone achievements on the Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) and Global 200 charts, peaking at No. 16 and No. 30 respectively. Their second mini album [WE GO UP], released on October 10, 2025, further cemented their global presence by topping the iTunes Worldwide Album Chart, the Hanteo and Circle weekly charts, as well as the Japan Oricon Daily Chart. BABYMONSTER is firming up its status as the next-generation YouTube queens with explosive momentum. Their debut track 'SHEESH' set a new K-pop girl group debut record across the board, from 24-hour views (24.41 million) to hitting 100 million views (10 days), 200 million views (33 days), and 300 million views (186 days). 'DRIP' and 'BATTER UP' have each surpassed 300 million views, 'WE GO UP' has crossed 200 million, and they now boast a total of 15 videos with over 100 million views. The team's official channel also reached 11 million subscribers just 1 year and 9 months after the official debut — the fastest pace among K-pop girl groups in history. BABYMONSTER 2nd Anniversary Memory Pack BABYMONSTER 3rd MINI ALBUM [춤 (CHOOM)] (Crimson / Metallic - 1 random version)

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18-8 Jahamun-ro 6-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea Ground Seesaw Seochon

This exhibition breaks down the rigid framework of daily life, transforming familiar landscapes into absurd, humorous, and unexpected scenes. Visitors will enjoy sculptures, installations, photographs, videos, and even commercial projects—a comprehensive glimpse into Max Siddentop's playful creativity. Highlights include "possibly the world's largest jigsaw puzzle" and a three-meter-tall statue of the artist himself, promising a delightful surreal experience.

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137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul

On November 15, the National Museum of Korea opened its first dedicated exhibition room for the Oegyujanggak Uigwe. Located on the second floor of the National Museum of Korea’s permanent exhibition hall, this exhibition room is a space where visitors can only view the Oegyujanggak Uigwe, allowing them to fully experience the Oegyujanggak Uigwe.

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137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul

Celebrating the opening of the Conservation Science Center at the National Museum of Korea: showcasing the past, present, and future of conservation science at the National Museum of Korea. Today, conservation science is inextricably linked to new technologies such as digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). We have digitized the preservation processing techniques, 3D scanning, high-resolution images, and analytical data accumulated over the past 50 years. Our aim is to usher in a new future for museum conservation science by transforming and integrating artificial intelligence. Conservation science is not merely about preserving the legacy of ancient humans, but also about revealing the traces of life and wisdom contained within. This is the science we will pass on to future generations. This is a way to preserve our cultural heritage for past, present, and future generations.

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Jungnang Rose Park

Summer in Seoul is a time of vibrant roses blooming throughout the streets and alleys. Every year from May to June, the locals eagerly anticipate the Rose Festival, making it the perfect time to take photos and create memorable moments. Before the season ends, come and experience the romance of this sea of ​​flowers!

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513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea COEX Convention & Exhibition Center

The 2026 Frieze Seoul Art Fair has been officially scheduled to take place from September 2nd to 5th, 2026 at the COEX Convention Center in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. This year's fair will bring together top international galleries and contemporary art masterpieces, and will feature a special "Frieze Masters" section. Through its concurrent collaboration with Kiaf SEOUL, the fair aims to create a comprehensive art market experience and further solidify Seoul's rising position as a global art hub.

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15 Daehak-ro 12-gil, Jongno District, Seoul

HUNKY SHOW is a groundbreaking, sensational male dance performance musical exclusively curated for female audiences seeking a special day out. Experience a revolutionary form of live entertainment that transcends mere spectacle, allowing direct participation and interaction with captivating performances by Korean fitness models and performing artists in each episode. The show also features audience participation segments, anniversary special activities, plus photo ops and fan service to deliver enjoyment beyond just watching.

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Seoul, Jongno District, Daehak-ro 8ga-gil, 52 3층

The story begins with Young-joo opening a small bookstore in Hunandong. What started as a quiet shop gradually became lively as she began hosting "Author Hyun Seong-woo's Writing Workshops" for customers. Participants shared their worries and pains through writing, listened to each other's stories, and gained fresh perspectives on life. With moving lyrics and catchy melodies, the work delicately portrays the characters' emotions, offering warm comfort to audiences.