Seoul Light Hangang 2026: free laser shows on Nodeul Island (Oct 2–11)
Every night for ten nights, Nodeul Island in the middle of the Han River turns into a free outdoor laser and light art show.
Image: Seoul Metropolitan Government (concept image)
- When
- Oct 2–11, 2026 · every night 6:30–10:30 PM
- Where
- Nodeul Island · 445 Yangnyeong-ro, Yongsan-gu
- Subway
- Nodeul Station (Line 9), Exit 2 · about 12 min walk
- Price
- Free, walk in · some live shows need booking
What you'll see
- NIGHTLYLarge laser art over the river
Big outdoor laser pieces by artists including Akka Chang (Taiwan) and Quiet Ensemble (Italy), using the Han River's surface and astronomy data. Theme: "Rhapsody of Light".
- NIGHTLYLight sculptures and an indoor gallery
Light installations around the island, a light-walk path, and indoor works in Nodeul Gallery.
- SOME NIGHTSMultimedia shows at Nodeul Live House
Geomungo with electronic music, gugak with dance, and an AI-driven DJ set. Some of these need a first-come booking.
Best nights
- OCT 2 · 6:30 PMOpening night
Opening ceremony 6:30–7:10 PM.
- OCT 9 · 7 PMLight fashion show
A fashion show built around the light art, by a national university fashion club, followed by live music.
- OCT 10 · 7 PMLive music on the island
Part of the festival's "Light of Companionship" program.
- OCT 11 · 7:30 PMClosing concert
The last night of the festival.
Getting there
- SUBWAYNodeul Station, Line 9, Exit 2
Walk toward Hangang Bridge, about 12 minutes.
서울 용산구 양녕로 445 노들섬Google Maps - SHUTTLEFestival shuttle bus
6–10 PM, about every 15 minutes, linking Sinchon Station, Nodeul Island and Noryangjin Station.
- BOATYeouido → Nodeul Island cruise
A boat runs between Yeouido and Nodeul Island during the festival; advance booking is available.
Local tips
- Go after 7 PM when it's fully dark; the lasers look much better.
- Oct 3–5 and Oct 9–11 are Korean long weekends, so weeknights (Oct 6–8) will be calmer.
- Bring a layer: it gets windy on the island at night.
FAQ
Is Seoul Light Hangang free?
Yes. Watching the laser art is free and you can just walk in. Some shows at Nodeul Live House need a first-come booking.
What time does it run?
Every night from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM, October 2–11, 2026.
How do I get to Nodeul Island?
Take Line 9 to Nodeul Station, Exit 2, and walk about 12 minutes toward Hangang Bridge. A festival shuttle also runs 6–10 PM from Sinchon and Noryangjin stations.
Which night is best?
Opening night is Oct 2, the light fashion show is Oct 9 at 7 PM, and the closing concert is Oct 11 at 7:30 PM. Weeknights Oct 6–8 should be less crowded.
Sources: Seoul Metropolitan Government (official notice) · Aju News (Sep 21, 2026) · Financial News (Sep 21, 2026)