The Hyundai Seoul Christmas Village 2026: Booking Guide & Key Changes
Get ready for the magical The Hyundai Seoul Christmas Village in 2026! Learn about the new reservation process, crucial dates, and insider tips to guarantee your entry.
Quick answer
- First pre-reservation date: 11/05/2026.
- Christmas Village opening date: 11/10/2026.
- Reservations must be made via The Hyundai Hi app, not Naver, starting 2026.
- The 2025 first reservation round closed in 30 minutes with ~45,000 simultaneous users.
- Location: Sound Forest, 5th Floor, The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울).
The long-awaited announcement is finally here! 🎄
The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울) has officially announced the schedule for this year's Christmas Village on its Instagram!
But after seeing the newly released information, it's quite different from what I expected!
Both the dates and the reservation method have changed from last year.
So, I’ve quickly compiled the 2026 The Hyundai Seoul Christmas Village reservation guide for you!
Just these two dates are essential to mark on your calendar:
🎄 First Pre-reservation | 11/05 (Thursday) |
🎄 Opening | 11/10 (Tuesday) |
Reservation Channel | The Hyundai Hi (더현대Hi) app |
Location | Sound Forest (사운즈 포레스트), 5th Floor, The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울) |
The start time for the first pre-reservation, Christmas Village operating hours, and admission fees have not been announced yet!
📍 Hyundai Department Store (현대백화점) The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울)
108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Differences Between 2025 and 2026: Three Key Changes
In 2025, reservations were handled via Naver (네이버). However, this year (2026), reservations will be processed through The Hyundai Hi (더현대Hi) app instead of Naver (네이버).
Those who remember last year's method might find it especially confusing.
The competition is expected to be just as fierce. In 2025, the first reservation round saw approximately 45,000 simultaneous connections and closed in just 30 minutes. This year will likely be similar, if not more competitive.
First, I highly recommend downloading, installing, and signing up for The Hyundai Hi (더현대Hi) app by 11/03.
There might be an app update on the reservation day, so make sure to check for updates in advance!
Ensure you are logged into the app and that it's fully updated!
Conclusion
For this year's The Hyundai Seoul Christmas, just remember these two crucial points: '11/05, The Hyundai Hi (더현대Hi) app'.
I'll provide another update when the first reservation time and second reservation announcement are released!
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel will be used for pre-reservations for The Hyundai Christmas Village in 2026?
Pre-reservations for The Hyundai Christmas Village in 2026 will be made through 'The Hyundai Hi' app. Last year, in 2025, reservations were made on Naver, but the reservation channel has changed starting this year, so it's advisable to prepare the app in advance.
When are the first pre-reservation date and opening date for The Hyundai Christmas Village in 2026?
The first round of pre-reservations for The Hyundai Christmas Village in 2026 has been confirmed for November 5th (Thursday). The village opening date is scheduled for November 10th (Tuesday).
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