The 2026 Hangang Paper Airplane Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, beside Seoul's Han River at Yeouido Hangang Park. Main competition registration is closed, but demonstrations, family activities and separate on-site games offer other reasons to visit. Choose the activities you want to see, then plan your hotel and transport around your arrival and departure times.
Festival at a glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 10, 2026; one day only |
| Scheduled hours | 10:00 amβ6:00 pm, Korea Standard Time |
| Venue | Nogeumsu Square, Yeouido Hangang Park, Seoul |
| Admission | Listed as free |
| Activities | Paper airplane competition, national team talks and demonstrations, family activities, performances, photo spots and on-site games |
| Main competition | Registration closed across all categories; no additional or on-site registration |
| Separate on-site games | Game formats will be announced on the day |
| Before leaving | Check the official program, weather-related updates and transport arrangements |
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Confirm the live route before departure.Agoda hotel candidates near the venue TOP3
Within 5 kmThese stay candidates are selected from Agoda hotel data within 5 km of the event coordinates, balancing distance, rating, and review count. Rates and availability can change in real time on Agoda.
#1Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
- Distance
- About 2.1 km from the venue
- Rating
- 9.2
- Reviews
- 25,658 reviews
#2L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
- Distance
- About 3.7 km from the venue
- Rating
- 9.0
- Reviews
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#3Nine Tree Premier ROKAUS Hotel Seoul Yongsan
- Distance
- About 2.4 km from the venue
- Rating
- 9.3
- Reviews
- 8,596 reviews
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Find the right spot in Yeouido
Aim for Nogeumsu Square inside Yeouido Hangang Park. The listed address is 85 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. Save the venue pin before setting off and allow time to walk from your station, bus stop or taxi drop-off to the festival area. If meeting friends, agree on a specific landmark at the square rather than just the park name.
Visiting without a competition entry
Main competition registration is listed as closed, with no extra places or on-site registration. If you already have a confirmed entry, follow your participant instructions for arrival, check-in and equipment rules. Your required arrival time may differ from the festival's public opening time.
Visitors without an entry can still plan a day around demonstrations, performances and family activities. Separate on-site games are also planned, with the game formats announced on the day. Check the event signage for participation details; these games do not provide entry to the main competition.
What to see and try
Talks and flying demonstrations by Korea's national paper airplane team are among the planned highlights, alongside hands-on family activities, performances and photo spots. Pick one or two priorities from the program and leave room for breaks. With children, watching how different planes fly can be a simple way to build interest before trying an activity together.
Choose a hotel base that fits your Seoul trip
Consider checking in on October 9 if you are arriving from elsewhere and want to attend from the morning. A stay on October 10 may suit you better if you want to finish the festival and rest nearby afterward. If you arrive before your room is ready, confirm luggage storage with the hotel rather than assuming early check-in is available.
Areas to compare
| Hotel base | When to consider it | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Yeouido and the wider Yeongdeungpo area | Start here if the festival is the main focus of your stay. | The route from the individual hotel to Nogeumsu Square; an area name alone does not guarantee walking access. |
| Mapo or Hongdae | Consider these alongside your other Seoul plans. | The full public transport journey, including transfers and the final walk into the park. |
| Yongsan | Consider it if your onward itinerary also takes you through this area. | Both the festival journey and your next day's departure route. |
When comparing hotels on Agoda, enter your exact dates and all guests, including children's ages. Check the total price, bed configuration, cancellation terms, check-in time and luggage storage arrangements. Compare the actual walking or public transport route as well as map distance, especially if you expect to return to the hotel for a break.
Getting there and planning your return
Use a navigation app to compare the complete journey from your hotel to the square, including the final walk. Save your hotel's address for the return trip. If traveling with a stroller or anyone who finds stairs difficult, check station exits, elevator access and transfers before choosing a route.
If driving, check park parking hours, charges and any event-day restrictions. Allow extra time for possible parking queues and the walk to the festival. If you plan to leave a car at your hotel, confirm parking availability, charges and whether you can use it before check-in.
The scheduled closing time is 6:00 pm. Allow time to leave the event area, walk to transport and eat before any onward train or bus departure. If you extend the evening with dinner or a walk, check the last service for your return route.
What to bring for an autumn riverside day
- A light outer layer and comfortable shoes, adjusted to the day's temperature and wind forecast.
- Drinking water and a sun hat for time outdoors.
- A charged phone and power bank for navigation, event information and contacting your group.
- Your entry confirmation if competing, plus any materials required by the official participant instructions.
- A meeting point and a way for children to contact their accompanying adult if separated.
- A flexible schedule with breaks and a saved route back to your hotel.
Add a walk without overfilling the day
A short Han River walk before or after your chosen activities is an easy starting point. For more walking, consider Yeouido Park, which is a separate destination from Yeouido Hangang Park. Check the connecting route and keep it optional if children have already spent several hours at the festival.
For a longer Seoul stay, Seonyudo Park is another park outing to consider separately. Check the journey before adding it to the same day, and let the weather and your group's energy determine how much extra sightseeing to include.
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Open regional hotel guideFrequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 Hangang Paper Airplane Festival?
It is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm KST at Nogeumsu Square in Yeouido Hangang Park, Seoul. Check official notices before visiting for any changes.
Can I enter the main competition on the day?
Main competition registration is listed as closed across all categories, with no additional or on-site registration. Separate on-site games are planned, but they are not extra places in the main competition.
Can I visit with children without registering?
Visitors without a competition entry can attend demonstrations, performances and family activities. Check the on-site instructions for individual activities and the separate games announced on the day.
Is admission free?
Festival admission is listed as free. Budget separately for transport, parking, meals and accommodation.
Which hotel area should I compare first?
Start with Yeouido and the wider Yeongdeungpo area if the festival is your priority. Mapo, Hongdae and Yongsan are other bases to compare against your wider Seoul itinerary. Check the actual route from each hotel to Nogeumsu Square rather than relying on map distance.
Should I book the night before or the night of the festival?
Consider October 9 for a morning visit without traveling into Seoul that day, or October 10 if you want to rest after the festival. Confirm check-in and luggage storage arrangements, and consider your next day's travel plans.
