Nonhyeon-dong
Near the New Hilltop Hotel in Nonhyeon-dong this club is notable for its stylish interior and elite clientele. The venue offers a club stage, lounge bar and dining area to satisfy any night out after work or on the weekend. Near exit 4 of Hakdong Station on subway line 7. For more information, call (02) 516-8847.
Itaewon-dong
Offering a venue for specially-themed weekly events and world-class DJs, Club Volume is located in the Crown Hotel near Noksapyeong Station. Club Volume was listed by Time magazine among the “10 things to do in 24 hours in Seoul.” For more information, call 1544-2635.
Apgujeong-dong
Once in a Blue Moon is one of the best known and well established jazz clubs in the city. It features live jazz sets from two different bands every night, usually starting at 7:30 p.m. It is located between the Hakdong intersection and the Galleria department stores in the posh district of Apgujeong-dong. For more information, call (02) 549-5490 or visit www.onceinabluemoon.co.kr.
Cheongdam-dong
Club Answer, chosen as one of the top five hottest clubs in Seoul by CNN, provides spacious interior and brilliant lighting systems, filling the stage by world’s renowned DJs. Club Answer is located in prosperous area of Cheongdam-dong, a district known to lead party culture of Seoul. Located exit 13 of Cheongdam Station on subway line 7. For more information, call (02) 514-4311 or visit www.clubanswer.co.kr.
One of the largest clubs in Asia and located under Hotel Ellui, world-class DJs such as Alex Kenji and Ferry Corsten feature in weekend lineups. Located near exit 13 of Cheongdam Station on subway line 7. For more information, call 1577-9669 or visit www.ellui.net.
Nestled in the heart of Itewon, Luv Superlounge offers a wide selection of drinks, a solid sound system with resident DJ Andi Numan from New Zealand. Located near exit 1 of Itaewon Station on subway line 6. For more information, call (02) 794-8898 or visit ko-kr.facebook.com/luvsuperlounge.
Sinsa-dong
Opened in 2010, Club Double Eight takes clubbing to a whole new level. Located in Gangnam, Club Double Eight provides diverse hotel promotions and features weekend lineups with global DJs. Located near exit 1 of Sinsa Station on subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 543-8803 or visit cafe.naver.com/doubleeight.
Club Mute is a boutique club with exquisitely designed decorations and a custom-tailored sound system. Located near exit 1 of Itaewon Station on subway line 6. For more information, call (02) 796-6853 or visit www.clubmute.com.
Platoon Kunsthalle is a cultural space offering various facilities, including a large, open hall, library lounge, art studios, and a bar and restaurant for multi-purpose events. It is open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m to 1 a.m. and DJ nights are on Thursday and Friday from 10 p.m. Located near exit 10 of Hakdong Station on subway line 7. For more information, call (02) 3447-1191 or visit www.kunsthalle.com.
Work hard, play hard, sleep later! Lying underground Noxa in the thriving Kyoungridan neighborhood, Dojo is the latest edition to the clubbing nightlife in Seoul. Popular local DJs offer nonstop tunes for energetic dancing until dawn with weekday drink specials and enthusiastic crowds of longtime expats. For more information, call (02) 790-1334.
Gallery Artsagan
Through Dec. 30
Soon Young is known for her satirical art that targets corporate brands, the media, and government. Her works, including paintings and installation works, are on display at her third solo exhibition. Located near exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station, subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 720-4414 or visit www.artsagan.com.
Keumsan Gallery
Through Dec. 29
Japanese artist Yuki Matsueda offers a solo exhibition under the title “Be Ready to Run.” This 32-year-old young artist is the winner of the 2010 Nippon Paint Design Center Award, known for his three-dimensional art work. His recent works such as “Escape” are on display. Located near exit 1 of Hoehyeon Station, subway line 4. For more information, call (02) 3789-6317 or visit www.keumsan.org.
16 Bungee, Gallery Hyundai
Through Dec. 30Choi Hae-ri’s third solo exhibition, titled “It’s Gonna Rain,” will be on display in central Seoul. The exhibition begins with a story that a stranded ark containing valuable artwork is found by an imaginary person. In the first part of the exhibition, traditional Oriental paintings are on display while white and blue porcelain is exhibited in the second part. Located near exit 1 of Anguk Station, subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 2287-3516 or visit www.galleryhyundai.com.
Beyond Museum
Through Dec. 16
French fashion house “Chanel” holds a photography exhibition, featuring hundreds of photos from German creative director and photographer Karl Lagerfeld’s recent book, “The Little Black Jacket: CHANEL’s classic revisited.” Located near exit 9 of Cheongdam Station, subway line 7. Admission is Free. For more information, call (02) 3708-2001 or visit thelittleblackjacket.chanel.com.
Seoul Arts Center
Dec. 8-March 31
Renaissance collections of the Vatican Museum will be on exhibit in Korea. The 73 works including paintings, decorative arts, and sculptures from the Early to High Renaissance will be on exhibition. Famous artwork from the High Renaissance period such as Leonardo da Vinci’s “St. Jerome in the Wilderness,” Raffaello Santi’s “Charity” and Michelangelo Buonarroti’s “Pieta” will be also on display. Tickets cost 6,000 won for preschoolers, 8,000 won for elementary students, 10,000 won for middle and high school students, and 15,000 won for adults. For more information, call 1544-8755 or visit www.museivaticani.co.kr.
PKM Trinity Gallery
Through Jan. 15, 2013
Swedish-born American pop sculptor Claes Oldenburg and his wife and collaborator Coosje van Bruggen have their first exhibition in Korea. Oldenburg is well known for “Spring,” a large scaled symbolic sculpture at Cheonggye Stream in central Seoul. Their collaborative works from 1971 until van Bruggen’s death in 2009 are on display. In this exhibition are rare drawings and prints, and large-scale indoor sculptures of instruments, and everyday objects. For more information, call (02) 734-9467 or visit www.pkmgallery.com.
Kukje Gallery
Through Dec. 23
London-based Japanese artist Yuko Shiraishi is holding her first exhibition in Korea. Her paintings and installations including “Space Elevator Tea House,” which is a result of her combined cultural experiences from Japan and England, will be on display. For more information, call (02) 735-8449 or visit www. Kukjegallery.com.
Daelim Museum
Through Feb. 17, 2013
This exhibition brings together the diverse collections and stories of Swarovski’s jewelry. It includes art pieces that have been loved by numerous celebrities such as Audrey Hepburn, Madonna, and Lady Gaga; and dresses that collaborate with Giorgio Armani, Vera Wang, and Vivienne Westwood. Audiences can take a photo wearing Swarovski’s items in the experience room. Tickets cost from 2,000 to 5,000 won. Located near exit 3 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 720-0667 or visit www.daelimmuseum.org.
Leeum Samsung Museum of Art
Through Jan. 27, 2013
Installation artist Anish Kapoor’s first major museum show in East Asia is under way at the Leeum. Born in Mumbai, India in 1954, Kapoor started to showcase his works from the 1970’s in England. He is known for using a variety of materials in his work including paint, fiberglass, stone, PVC, stainless steel, wax and cement. In this exhibition, “Void,” large scale monochromatic works, and stainless-steel sculptures dominate. The exhibition is the first to occupy the museum’s entire exhibition space including the garden. For more information, call (02) 2014-6901 or visit leeum.samsungfoundation.org.
Hangaram Design Museum, Seoul Arts Center*
Through March 24, 2013
Post-Impressionist painter, Vincent van Gogh’s works will go on show in Seoul. This exhibition focuses on the painter’s time in Paris (March 1886-February 1888) where he changed his style from Realist to Modernist. Most of the masterpieces are from the Van Gogh Museum in the Netherlands including one of the museum’s finest pieces, “Self-Portrait with Grey Felt Hat” (1887). Tickets cost 15,000 won. For more information, call (02) 724-2900 or visit vangogh2.com.
Seoul Museum of History
Through Jan. 20, 2013
Seoul Museum of History will exhibit 300 historical relics from late 19th to early 20th century found in Jeong-dong to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the museum’s opening. The exhibition comprises two parts; “A Strange Coexistence in Jeong-dong,” and “The Universal Exposition of Paris in 1900.” Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 724-0275 or visit www.museum.seoul.kr.
National Theater of Korea
Through Dec. 9
The National Changgeuk Company of Korea, the National Dance Company of Korea, and the National Orchestra of Korea together presents a traditional musical “Kim Hongdo, The Wizard of Art.” The performance will focus on the life and art of Kim Hong-do who was one of the most renowned painters during the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910). Located near exit 2 of Dongguk University Station, subway line 3. Tickets cost 20,000 to 70,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2280-2114 or visit www.ntok.go.kr.
Dec. 8-16
The National Changgeuk Company of Korea will perform a “pansori” (Korean narrative song) opera, “Bae bi-jang jeon,” in Seoul. In a newly adapted version from a classic story, director Lee Byeong-hun and writer Oh Eun-hui portray a modern characterization of Bae Bi-jang (from a folk story) as an inflexible and hardhead government employee, who is eventually seduced by the wise and philosophically modern Ae-rang. Located near exit 2 of Dongguk University Station, subway line 3. Tickets cost 20,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2280-4114 or visit www.ntok.go.kr.
Korea House
Open run
Korea House regularly holds a series of traditional performances featuring dance, “pansori” (Korean traditional narrative song) and more. Tickets cost 50,000 won. Located near exit 3 of Chungmuro Station, subway lines 3 and 4. For more informtation, call (02) 2266-9101, or visit www.koreahouse.or.kr.
Art Center Ida
Through March 31, 2013
In this exhibition, 11 renowned artists’ original pictures and about hundred works for children’s books are on display. Three ateliers, which are classified thematically, are opened to the audience. Tickets cost 10,000 won for adults and 15,000 won for kids and teenagers. Located near exit 1 of Yangjae Citizen’s Forest Station, subway Sinbundang line. For more information, call (02) 3143-4360 or visit www.artcenterida.com.
Anyang Kidsmom Center
In Rolling Ball Children’s Museum, children can play with “rolling balls,” a kind of kinetic arts, using a variety of tools. Located near exit 8 of Indeogwon Station, subway line 4. Tickets cost free for 9,000 won and free for under 24 months. For more information, call 1544-9986 or visit
COEX Artium
This children’s exhibition allows visitors to play with flour. Activities include baking bread, playing with utensils used for flour, making dough, drawing pictures using flour and more. Closed on Mondays and only children over 24 months are allowed. Tickets cost 17,000 to 23,000 won. Discounts are also available. For more information, call (02) 738-8289.
The Cocomong Eco Park focuses on the importance of developing children’s senses so they can pay more attention to the world around them. Tickets cost 18,000 won for 24 months to 13 years old, free for under 24 months, and 10,000 won for all ages over 13. Located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. For more information, call 1661-0568 or visit www.cocomongecopark.com.
Sunday, Dec. 9
Seoul Samsung Thunders vs. Anyang KGC
Anyang Gymnasium at 2 p.m.
Goyang Orions vs. Seoul SK Knights
Jamsil Students’ Gymnasium at 2 p.m.
Changwon LG Sakers vs. Ulsan Mobis Phoebus
Ulsan Dongchun Gymnasium at 4 p.m.
The Gwacheon Seoul Race Track holds races from 10:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. Get off at Seoul Race course Station, subway line 4, exit 3. For more information, call (02) 509-1114 or visit www.kra.co.kr.