2026 Seoul Hangang Drone Light Show at Ttukseom: Schedule, Spots & Tips

The 2026 Seoul Hangang Drone Light Show is back—and on April 25, 2026 (Saturday), Ttukseom Hangang Park transforms into a riverside theater as LINE FRIENDS characters BROWN and SALLY, together with JOGUMAN, take over the night sky. If you’re visiting Seoul this spring, this is one of the few free, large-scale events that genuinely lives up to the hype. This guide covers the full 2026 schedule, how to get to Ttukseom, the best viewing spots, parking realities, and what to bring so you don’t freeze by the river.

2026 Hangang Drone Light Show: Full Schedule

The Seoul Metropolitan Government runs five performances in spring 2026 across three Hangang Parks—Yeouido, Ttukseom, and Jamsil—as part of the official Seoul Spring Festival. All shows are completely free, with no tickets or reservations required.

Date	Location	Theme
April 10 (Fri)	Yeouido Hangang Park	BT21 in Seoul (BTS × LINE FRIENDS)
April 25 (Sat)	Ttukseom Hangang Park	LINE FRIENDS (BROWN, SALLY) + JOGUMAN
May 5 (Tue) ⭐	Jamsil Hangang Park	Star Wars × Disney Korea (2,000 drones)
May 16 (Sat)	Ttukseom Hangang Park	Garden of Light
June 5 (Fri)	Ttukseom Hangang Park	Sheeom-Sheeom Hangang 3 Sports Festival

Daily Program Timeline

• 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Cultural performance (Part 1)
• 8:30 PM – 8:45 PM: Main drone light show (~1,200 drones, 15 minutes)
• 8:45 PM – 8:55 PM: Mini drone show (300 drones, 10 minutes)
• 8:55 PM – 9:25 PM: Cultural performance (Part 2)

Important: Outdoor event—rain or strong winds (over 5 m/s) can delay or cancel the show. Always check the official Instagram @seouldroneshow_official on the day of the performance before heading out.

April 25 Spotlight: LINE FRIENDS Take Over Ttukseom

Saturday, April 25 is the second show of the season and the first one at Ttukseom. The theme is built around IPX characters—BROWN and SALLY from LINE FRIENDS, plus the wonderfully strange JOGUMAN—each telling their own story of enjoying the Seoul Spring Festival. Expect oversized character formations, narrative sequences, and the kind of Instagram moment you traveled to Seoul for. The 2025 series drew approximately 280,000 visitors, so plan to arrive early.

How to Get to Ttukseom Hangang Park

By Subway (Strongly Recommended)

Take Line 7 to Jayang Station (자양역) and use Exit 2 or 3. These exits connect almost directly to the riverside park—it’s a 5–10 minute walk. Ttukseom Resort Station (Line 7) is another option, but Jayang puts you closer to the main viewing area.

Pro tip: The trains heading back into central Seoul get extremely packed right after the show ends. If you can wait 15–20 minutes for the crowd to clear, the ride home will be much more pleasant.

By Car (Be Warned)

Driving on event days is a genuinely bad idea. Locals report circling for over an hour looking for parking. If you absolutely must drive, these are your only realistic options—and both fill up by mid-afternoon:

• Ttukseom Hangang Public Parking Lot — 435 Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
• Jayang Yusuji Public Parking Lot — 74-1 Ttukseom-ro 52-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Arrive by 4–5 PM at the latest if you want any chance of a spot.

Best Viewing Spots at Ttukseom

The Official Drone Zone (Maximum Effort)

The premium viewing area sits directly in front of the waterfront stage (수변무대). To get in, arrive at least 2 hours before showtime—so by 6:30 PM. Staff stamp your wrist on entry, which lets you leave for snacks and re-enter freely. Bring a picnic mat, because once you’re set up, you’re committed.

Casual Side Viewing (Low Effort, Still Great)

Here’s the secret most travel guides don’t mention: the drones fly high enough to be visible from almost anywhere along the riverbank. If you’re not chasing the front-row experience, arrive 30–45 minutes before 8:30 PM, find a quieter spot along the side or back of the lawn, and you’ll still get a stunning view. You’ll trade the synchronized music for breathing room and a stress-free evening—often a fair deal.

Wi-Fi Heads-Up

For safety reasons, public Wi-Fi at the Hangang Park is suspended from 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM on event days. Make sure you have mobile data, screenshots of the maps you need, and a downloaded translation app before you go.

What to Bring

• Picnic mat and cushion — non-negotiable. The ground is hard and you may sit for 2+ hours.
• Warm layers — Late April evenings by the river drop to around 10–13°C (50–55°F). Even if the afternoon felt warm, you’ll need a jacket and ideally a blanket by 8 PM.
• Power bank — phone batteries die fast in cold weather, especially while taking video.
• Snacks and drinks — convenience stores inside the park get overwhelmed on show days.
• Cash and a T-money card — for quick subway exits and small food vendors.

Food at Ttukseom Hangang Park

The Hangang park experience isn’t complete without eating by the river. Ttukseom has a few must-try options:

• Hangang Ramyun (한강 라면) — Korea’s iconic instant ramen vending machines at the convenience store (CU/GS25). The machine pre-measures the water and cooks it perfectly in about 3 minutes. It tastes ten times better with a river view.
• Mom’s Touch (맘스터치) — Korean fast-food chain with excellent fried chicken burgers, located inside the park.
• Delivery — Yes, you can have pizza or fried chicken delivered straight to the park. Many Koreans (and savvy foreign visitors) order ahead so food arrives during the wait. Apps like Coupang Eats and Baemin work.

Convenience stores get genuinely crowded around 6–7 PM on show days, so if Hangang ramyun is on your list, grab it early.

Tips for Foreign Travelers

• The show is 100% free — no tickets, no booking, no scammy “reserved seats.” Anyone selling them is lying.
• Arrive between 6:30 and 7:30 PM for the best balance of decent spot + not waiting forever.
• Download the Naver Map or KakaoMap app before arriving—Google Maps walking directions are unreliable in Korea.
• Bring a translation app with offline Korean—signage at the park is mostly in Korean.
• Restrooms exist at the park, but lines get long around 8 PM. Go before the cultural performance starts.

Missed April 25? Here’s Your Backup Plan

If the weather cancels the Ttukseom show or you simply can’t make it, the May 5 Children’s Day special at Jamsil Hangang Park is the can’t-miss event of the season—2,000 drones in a Star Wars × Disney Korea collaboration. It will also be the most crowded show of the year, so apply everything in this guide × 2.

For Jamsil, take Subway Line 2 to Jamsillaru Station, Exit 3 or 4, then walk about 20 minutes. The park is farther from the station than Ttukseom, but the crowd is noticeably more relaxed.

Final Thoughts

Free, beautiful, family-friendly, and uniquely Seoul—the Hangang Drone Light Show is one of the best things you can do on a spring evening in Korea. The 15-minute main show always feels too short, but that’s part of the magic: you walk away wanting more, and there’s always another show coming. Pack a mat, dress warm, and give yourself time to enjoy the riverside before the drones lift off. Happy travels!

For the most up-to-date information, theme reveals, and weather updates, follow the official Instagram @seouldroneshow_official or visit seouldroneshow.com.

Location & Maps

Use the maps below to navigate. Naver Map works best inside Korea (more accurate transit and walking directions), while Google Map is familiar for international visitors. We recommend installing both before your trip.