North celebrates International Children's Day with foreign diplomats

North Korea held large-scale events and invited foreign diplomats to mark International Children's Day on Sunday, a move that appears to be an attempt by the state to soften its image.

2025-06-02

Doosan Bears beat LG Twins 5–2 in Children’s Day derby

The Doosan Bears edged out the LG Twins 5-2 in this year’s Children’s Day derby at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in southern Seoul on Monday, marking the return of the long-running rivalry after rainouts in both 2022 and 2023.

2025-05-06

Frugal is the new festive as Koreans rethink Family Month spending

Korean consumers are pulling back on spending during the Family Month of May, a month usually filled with family celebrations and high consumption, as inflation and economic uncertainty push households to save.

2025-05-06

Seoul National University Hospital delights young patients ahead of Children's Day

At a special Children’s Day event held by Seoul National University Children’s Hospital, young patients battling cancer and rare diseases shared their dreams, offering a moving glimpse into resilience, hope and the healing power of care.

2025-05-05

Children have fun during long Children's Day weekend

Children enjoy the rides at E-World theme park in Dalseo, Daegu, on May 4, a day before Children's Day.

2025-05-04

From parks to parades, Children's Day has something for all families in Seoul

Seoul is rolling out a wide range of family-friendly events across the city to celebrate Children’s Day as well as Buddha’s Birthday on Monday, including circus performances, cultural festivals, hands-on workshops and free concerts.

2025-05-04

Giants baseball, giant Pikachu

A 15-meter-tall (49-feet-tall) Pikachu inflatable attracts passersby in front of Sajik Baseball Stadium in Busan on Sunday, one day before Children’s Day.

2025-05-04

Acting president inspects public safety ahead of Children's Day holiday

Acting President Lee Ju-ho visited police and fire stations on Saturday to inspect public safety preparedness ahead of the Children's Day holiday next week.

2025-05-03