Seoul World Fireworks Festival 2025 – Time, Location, Traffic & Best Spots
The most anticipated fall festival in Seoul, the Seoul World Fireworks Festival 2025, is happening today (September 27, Saturday) at Yeouido Hangang Park.
Over 1 million people are expected to attend, and international teams from Korea, Italy, and Canada will light up the night sky with music-synchronized fireworks under the theme “Light Up Together.”
🎇 Fireworks Start Time: 7:30 PM
🎆 Duration: About 1 hour 20 minutes
🎤 Music, lights, and fireworks will be synced in a multimedia show!
📍 Best Fireworks Viewing Spots (불꽃놀이 명당)
To enjoy the festival fully, make sure you arrive early in the day to grab a good spot.
Top 5 viewing spots:
1. Yeouido Multipurpose Plaza (멀티플라자) – Closest to the main stage
2. Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원) – Less crowded, family-friendly
3. Mangwon Hangang Park (망원한강공원) – Great for photos
4. Nodeul Island (노들섬) – Romantic & atmospheric
5. Under Banghwa Bridge near 63 Building (63빌딩 방화대교 인근) – Front-view angle
✅ Keyword: 여의도 불꽃놀이 명당 / Yeouido fireworks spot
🚧 Traffic Control & Subway Info (교통 통제 정보)
To manage the large crowd, Seoul City has announced major traffic restrictions today.
🛑 Yeouidong-ro: Full traffic control from 2 PM to 10 PM
🚌 19 bus routes will detour
🚇 Subway increase:
- Line 5: +18 trains
- Line 9: +62 trains
⚠️ Yeouinaru Station (5호선) may skip stops or close exits if crowded.
Use Yeouido Station, Mapo Station, or Saetgang Station instead.
👮♀️ Safety Measures (시민 안전 대책)
Seoul City and Hanwha Group have mobilized over 3,400 staff to ensure safety:
🏥 6 emergency medical tents
🧭 2 info centers
🙋 1,200 volunteers and safety guides
🎥 Real-time crowd monitoring via CCTV
서울시와 한화는 시민 안전을 위해 의료소, 안내소, CCTV 등 철저히 준비했습니다.
🛴 Transport Tips (이동 수단 주의사항)
🚳 No bike or e-scooter rentals: From Sep 26 (evening) to Sep 28 (morning)
🚓 Strict illegal parking crackdown around Hangang area
✅ Use public transportation only!
😷 Air Quality Notice (미세먼지 주의)
Due to massive fireworks, temporary fine dust (미세먼지) may increase.
💡 For children or people with respiratory conditions:
Wear KF80 or higher mask (KF80 이상 마스크 착용 권장)
✅ Quick Festival Summary
Info Detail
📅 Date September 27 (Saturday)
🕢 Time 7:30 PM Start
📍 Location Yeouido Hangang Park
🎇 Theme Light Up Together
🌏 Teams Korea, Italy, Canada
🚇 Subway Line 5, Line 9 (extra service)
❗ Tip Arrive early, avoid Yeouinaru Station
