Hanwha announced that it will host the '2026 Seoul International Fireworks Festival' on September 5 at the Han River Park in Yeouido.
This year's festival has been moved up from last year's late September date to early September, taking into account the Chuseok holiday and the expected influx of foreign tourists.
Three countries, including South Korea's Hanwha, the United States, and the United Kingdom, will participate, showcasing unique fireworks displays that highlight each country's creativity and technical skills.
Hanwha plans to deploy a record total of over 4,700 safety and order maintenance personnel, including 1,200 volunteers from the company, for the event's eve and the day of the festival.
Additionally, in collaboration with telecommunications companies, Hanwha will utilize 'Orange Safety' to measure real-time crowd density, helping to manage crowd dispersal. CCTV cameras installed in areas around Yeouido, Wonhyo Bridge, and Mapo and Ichon will monitor citizen movement in real-time to enhance on-site response capabilities.
A Hanwha representative stated, "This year, we are preparing a diverse event with new fireworks displays and cultural and tourism programs, prioritizing safety to create a high-quality festival."
The Seoul International Fireworks Festival, which began in 2000, is a leading fireworks festival in South Korea. Hanwha has invited fireworks teams from around the world each year, showcasing high-quality fireworks displays and promoting the event as a major cultural tourism attraction in Seoul.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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