2026 HELLO DDC FESTIVAL

The 2026 HELLO DDC FESTIVAL will be held on October 18, 2026, at 571-85, Saengyeon-dong, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, and admission is free. As of October 6, it has not been announced whether advance reservations or ticketing are required. The operating hours are listed as 13:00–21:00. Unlike the 2024 event, which took place over two days from October 26 to 27, this edition will be held for one day on October 18.

HELLO DDC changed from two days in 2024 to one day in 2026

The 2024 Hello DDC Festival was held for two days, from October 26 to 27, while the 2026 edition is scheduled for one day, October 18. The 2023 edition was also held from November 3 to 4 in the Bosan-dong Special Tourism Zone, and reports said that approximately 5,000 people participated at the time.

The stage lineup also differed in previous editions. In 2025, 11 teams participated in the K-pop Cover Dance Competition, and the DDC Media Art Show was presented. In 2024, artists including BewhY, Zion.T, and HANGZOO performed at the DDC Hip-Hop Concert. As of 2026, the main stages announced are OPEN STAGE, DDC DANCE, and DDC CONCERT.

150 m from Exit 1 of Bosan Station and 571-85, Saengyeon-dong

The 2026 event address is 571-85, Saengyeon-dong, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, and the event venue is listed as the area around the Dongducheon Bosan-dong Foreigners’ Special Tourism Zone. The festival is an urban regeneration night festival hosted and organized by Dongducheon City.

The most specific public transportation information currently available comes from the 2023 announcement. At that time, the venue was 150 m from Exit 1 of Bosan Station on Subway Line 1, but information about temporary shuttle buses and traffic controls for 2026 has not yet been released.

Since the operating hours extend to 21:00, the event itself can be planned as a day trip. However, this year’s last train or bus times have not been provided, so if you plan to watch DDC CONCERT until late, it would be safer to confirm return transportation before departing by calling 010-3014-2816.

From the 13:00 OPEN STAGE to the Hyolyn DDC CONCERT

The 2026 stage program, beginning at 13:00, includes the “meet me in may” acoustic performance on OPEN STAGE, a keyboard performance by Jo Eun-su, and a band performance by Sound Maniac. DDC DANCE is scheduled to feature a challenge performance by Dancing Gomdol.

Hyolyn, H1-KEY, DIVA X, and Newbies are listed as performers for DDC CONCERT. As of October 6, the start times for individual performances have not been announced, so visitors who want to see only a specific singer’s performance should use the overall operating hours of 13:00–21:00 as their only reference.

Workshops and a food zone will be available outside the stage areas. Admission is free, but workshop fees by program, booth payment methods, and the locations of restrooms and information booths have not been announced.

Dongducheon City’s official YouTube channel has uploaded separate videos revealing the 2026 lineup for Dancing Gomdol, DIVA X, and Newbies, while the promotional video section of the official website was still being prepared as of October 6. Travelers who want to check the performance names and lineup in advance may find it efficient to watch these three lineup videos first.

Four things still to confirm after free admission in 2026

The location of the temporary parking lot in 2026, the number of available parking spaces, and the operating, cancellation, and refund policies in case of rain have not been announced. It is also difficult to assess cleanliness management and safety procedures based on the currently available information.

Whether English signs, leaflets, or interpretation services will be provided, as well as wheelchair and stroller accessibility, has not been confirmed. Travelers who require English assistance or use mobility aids should verify the details in advance rather than going directly to the venue.

The festival suits people who want to focus on the performances and challenge stages, but it may be inconvenient for those who prioritize quiet viewing or have difficulty returning home after 21:00. Before visiting on October 18, check the official website for information on whether reservations are required and for rain-related announcements. For parking, accessibility, and return transportation, contact 010-3014-2816.

• Can the 150 m distance from Exit 1 of Bosan Station listed for 2023 still be used for 2026? — The 2023 venue was 150 m from Exit 1 of Bosan Station, but the 2026 location is listed as 571-85, Saengyeon-dong, so this year’s shuttle service and traffic controls must be checked separately.
• What time should I arrive if I only want to see Hyolyn’s performance? — Hyolyn is listed as a DDC CONCERT performer in 2026, but the detailed performance times have not been announced, so only the operating hours of 13:00–21:00 can be confirmed.
• Are the workshops and food zone also free? — Event admission is free, but workshop fees and booth payment methods have not been announced.
• Will the 2025 DDC Media Art Show also be held in 2026? — There was a media art show in 2025, while the stage list publicly announced as of 2026 consists of OPEN STAGE, DDC DANCE, and DDC CONCERT.