Events · Fireworks festival
The Pohang International Fireworks Festival (포항국제불꽃축제) has been held on the Yeongildae sea since 2004. The 2026 edition runs 19–21 November across several Pohang venues — not only at the beach — themed on 'steel and fire'.
The 2026 festival is scheduled for 19–21 November and spreads across multiple Pohang venues, with the Yeongildae sea as the signature stage. Exact programme and venue list are confirmed by Pohang City closer to the date, so check the official announcement before you travel.
Yeongildae Beach and its sea-view pavilion are the classic free vantage points: the fireworks bloom over the water and reflect in the waves. Arrive early, bring a layer for the cool November night, and expect large crowds on show nights.
The beach is about a 15-minute taxi or city bus ride from Pohang Station. On show nights the Buk-gu approach congests, so allow extra time and prefer a taxi or bus over driving and hunting for parking.
The 2026 edition runs 19–21 November, across several Pohang venues, with Yeongildae sea as the main stage.
Yeongildae Beach and the sea-view pavilion are the classic free viewpoints over the bay.
About 15 minutes by taxi or city bus from Pohang Station; expect congestion on the Buk-gu approach, so allow extra time.