2026 LetsRun Park Seoul Autumn Festival: From Prime Drone Show Spots to Parking Tips

2026 LetsRun Park Seoul Autumn Festival: Prime Drone Show Spots and Parking Tips

In October 2026, the autumn festival arrives at LetsRun Park Seoul in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do. With the festival's signature Drone Light Show—featuring 400 drones painting the night sky—scheduled for just a single evening, planning ahead is essential. Here is a complete guide to key festival highlights, prime viewing spots for the drone show, transit routes, and parking tips.

Festival Overview: At a Glance

• Festival Name: 2026 LetsRun Park Seoul Autumn Festival
• Dates: 7 days between October 2 (Fri) and October 11 (Sun), 2026
  • Week 1: October 2 (Fri) – October 5 (Mon)
  • Week 2: October 9 (Fri) – October 11 (Sun)
• Hours: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Location: LetsRun Park Seoul (107 Gyeongmagongwon-daero, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do)
• Admission: Adults 2,000 KRW, Minors Free (Race-day admission rates apply during the festival)

What to See and Do: Key Programs

The festival unfolds across multiple zones throughout LetsRun Park. Check out the key attractions by area to plan your route. Note that crowd levels may be higher than usual as the festival coincides with the Chuseok holiday outings and Hangeul Day long weekend.

Where to Watch: Best Spots for the Drone Light Show

The festival's crown jewel, the Drone Light Show, takes place only once on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 8:30 PM. Around 400 drones will light up the night sky to tell the heroic story of Reckless, the decorated racehorse from the Korean War. Here is a comparison of the two best viewing spots:

• Grandstand (Seating in front of Happy Ville / Lucky Ville)

  • Pros: Enjoy the show comfortably from stadium seating. Restrooms, snack bars, and amenities are close at hand, and you can easily view accompanying video feeds on the massive screen before and after the show.
  • Cons: As the main viewing zone, it draws the largest crowds. You will need to arrive early to secure a good seat.

• Pony Land (Lawn Plaza inside the racetrack infield)

  • Pros: Lay down a picnic mat and soak in the show in an open, relaxed atmosphere. It offers more open space than the grandstand, making it feel less congested.
  • Cons: Requires walking through an underground pedestrian tunnel from the grandstand area. Amenities are further away, so you will want to prepare essentials in advance.

Getting There and Parking

Parking lots are expected to be heavily congested on weekends, so public transit is strongly recommended.

• By Public Transit

  • Take Seoul Subway Line 4 to Seoul Racecourse Park Station (Gyeongmagongwon), which connects directly to the park grounds.
  • Exit 2 provides the fastest route (3–5 minutes on foot) to the main entrance Information Center and Grandstand.
  • Exit 3 is most convenient when heading toward Pony Land and the Horse Museum.
  • From Sadang Station, it takes about 10 minutes on Line 4 (toward Oido / Geumjeong) to reach Seoul Racecourse Park Station.

• By Car

  • Parking Fees: On festival days (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), race-day parking rates apply at a flat prepaid rate of 6,000 KRW per day. (Parking is free on non-race days from Monday to Thursday.)
  • Weekend Capacity: During the festival, especially on weekends, lots tend to fill up early in the morning. Once full, drivers may be redirected to off-site auxiliary lots or face severe parking delays.

Tips Before You Go: Visitor Checklist

• Double-check the drone show date: It runs for one night only—Saturday, October 3, at 8:30 PM.
• Wear comfortable shoes: The park grounds are extensive and require plenty of walking.
• Bring a picnic mat: Highly recommended if you plan to picnic on the lawns of Pony Land or along Cherry Blossom Lane. Check out essential outing gear beforehand.
• Prepare admission fees: An admission fee of 2,000 KRW applies for adults on festival dates. Minors enter free. Free admission tickets can also be claimed in advance via the Korea Racing Authority (KRA) e-card app or official website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Is the festival suitable for kids? A. Yes, absolutely. Pony Land, located inside the racetrack oval, is designed specifically for children. Families can view various global horse breeds at the "Living Horse Museum" special exhibition and enjoy hands-on programs like electric horse-riding carts and the Pony Sports Day.

Q. How much is festival admission? A. Because festival operating days (Friday through Monday) follow race-day operations, admission is 2,000 KRW per adult. Minors enter free of charge when accompanied by a guardian.

Q. Can I bring food and use a picnic mat inside? A. Yes. Cherry Blossom Lane features a food truck zone and camping-themed dining areas, and the Golden Horse Statue area hosts food booths for Italian Cuisine Week. You can also lay out your own picnic mat in designated lawn areas around Pony Land and Cherry Blossom Lane.