2026 Daejeon Fireworks Festival: Expo Bridge Delight Bridge Schedule and Best Viewing Spots

In October 2026, Daejeon is set to host the 'Delight Expo Bridge' festival around the Expo Bridge and Gapcheon River area. This festival promises a spectacular fireworks display against the backdrop of Daejeon's iconic landmarks, adding a romantic touch to the autumn evenings. The main fireworks show, scheduled for the evening of October 17th, is drawing significant attention.

The 'Delight Expo Bridge' festival will run for three days, from Friday, October 16th, to Sunday, October 18th, 2026, with the main fireworks show taking place on the evening of Saturday, October 17th. Throughout the festival period, the Expo Bridge will feature various attractions, including nighttime photo zones, busking performances, food trucks, and dining booths. Additionally, the 'Delight Moon Boat' will operate on the Gapcheon River, offering a unique way to enjoy Daejeon's night scenery, and a giant Kkumdori night sculpture will be installed at the Hanbat Arboretum's circular lawn plaza.

Recommended viewing spots for the fireworks show include the Gapcheon riverside lawn (in front of Shinsegae Department Store & Hanbat Arboretum), the outdoor stage area of Expo Citizen Plaza, and the rooftop garden of Daejeon Shinsegae Expo Tower & Department Store. The Gapcheon riverside lawn, in particular, offers a fantastic view with fireworks reflecting on the river's surface, while the Shinsegae Department Store rooftop garden is considered a hidden gem for panoramic views of the Expo Bridge and Gapcheon nightscape. Due to anticipated traffic congestion on the day of the fireworks show, public transportation is highly recommended.