Seoul to open downtown roads to 5,000 walkers this Sunday
Five thousand people will trade cars for walking shoes this Sunday as Seoul closes downtown streets for the 2026 Seoul Walking Festival, turning a 4.4-kilometer route from Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) to Gwanghwamun Square into a pedestrian corridor. Starting at DDP, the route winds past Heunginjimun Gate, Changdeok Palace and Gyeongbok Palace before finishing at Gwanghwamun Square. Participants…
Seoul is set to open 4.4-kilometer downtown streets to 5,000 walkers on Sunday as part of the 2026 Seoul Walking Festival. The pedestrian corridor will run from Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) to Gwanghwamun Square, passing by notable landmarks like Heunginjimun Gate, Changdeok Palace, and Gyeongbok Palace. Participants must arrive at DDP by 7:30 am with their mobile passes for group stretching, remarks from invited guests, and a group photo before the 8 am start.
The festival's organizers have filled all available spots within two days of applications opening on August 10. Along the route, expect performances such as a DJ set and LED light show inside Yulgok Tunnel, as well as cheerleading acts at major intersections. Upon reaching Gwanghwamun Square, attendees can enjoy live music, take part in a message photo wall, and receive complimentary prints of their photos on-site.
This year's festival will also include a mobile fitness station, allowing participants to engage in various activities during their walk.
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