Pohang International Fireworks Festival (Pohang Gukje Bulbit Festival)
NovemberGyeongbuk
Held every year in Pohang, the "City of Fire and Light," this is one of the city's signature culture and tourism festivals. You'll find it around Yeongildae Beach and other parts of the city, themed on the light and fire that symbolize this steel city. Beyond fireworks, it blends performances and a light parade, and it runs from 14:00 to 22:00 with free admission.
When is it held?
Every year around mid-November. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
2026: Nov 19 ~ Nov 21
Before you go, check this year’s dates and fees on the official website.
What can you do there?
- International fireworks show with teams from Korea, Canada and Italy
- Drone light show lighting up the night sky
- Light Art Way and street parade
- Light Music Festa and fringe performances
- Fire-flavored food road and local specialty market zone
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Gyeongbuk area by KTX, express bus or intercity bus. Once there, check public transit to the venue in a map app (Naver Map and KakaoMap are the most accurate in Korea).
Naver Map ↗ KakaoMap ↗ Google Maps ↗ Official website ↗
What to wear and bring
Autumn days are mild and nights are cool. Bring a light jacket and shoes that are comfortable for long walks.
This is general guidance. Check the official website for what to bring and how to enter each event.
Photos
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change. · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type3 · Shown unaltered.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Pohang International Fireworks Festival (Pohang Gukje Bulbit Festival) held?
Every year around mid-November. The exact dates change every year. This year it runs Nov 19 ~ Nov 21.
How do I get to Pohang International Fireworks Festival (Pohang Gukje Bulbit Festival)?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Gyeongbuk, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Pohang International Fireworks Festival (Pohang Gukje Bulbit Festival) free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Gyeongbuk
Top attractions close to the event site. Add them to the same day trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.