This February in Korea...
February was a huge month in Korea, packed with moments that grabbed everyone’s attention. Out of them all, we picked the three biggest topics that got everyone talking. Let’s take a look at what Korea was buzzing about this February.
1. ‘Golden’ from KPop Demon Hunters Wins a Grammy Award
Another big topic was the Grammy win for “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters.
At the 68th Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026, the song won Best Song Written for Visual Media. The news drew attention because it became the first K-pop song ever to win a Grammy Award.
It was a powerful moment that clearly showed how much love K-culture, especially K-pop, receives around the world, and how it connects music, animation, and streaming platforms in one project.
2. The Lunar New Year Holiday: Up to 9 Days Off
In February 2026, one of the biggest topics in Korea was the Seollal holiday schedule.
Seollal fell on February 17, with official holidays from February 16 to 18. By combining those dates with weekends and vacation days, some people could take up to nine days off!
This mattered because Seollal is one of Korea’s most important holidays. Families gather to eat 떡국, do 세배, and spend time together. It also means heavy traffic, busy train stations, and lots of travel plans across the country.
3. BTS Comeback News Excites Fans worldwide.
In February 2026, excitement around BTS’s comeback also became a major topic.
Reports about their upcoming March comeback show at Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul on March 21, 2026 quickly spread online, and fans reacted with huge enthusiasm. News outlets said the event could draw large crowds and bring attention to nearby areas as well.
This shows how K-pop in Korea is more than entertainment. A BTS comeback can also influence fan culture, tourism, and city-wide buzz.
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