Last updated: September 2026
Quick answer: American pop duo LANY play KINTEX in Goyang, just northwest of central Seoul, on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The show is booked into Exhibition Hall 2, Hall 9 — the same convention-center complex that hosts several other 2026 concerts and expos. If you’re planning a Korea trip around the date, here’s how to reach the venue, where to base yourself, and what to know about tickets.
Table of Contents
- Who Is LANY, and Why Are They Playing at KINTEX?
- When and Where Exactly Is the Show?
- How Do I Get to KINTEX From Seoul?
- Where Should I Stay for the Show?
- How Do I Get Tickets?
Who Is LANY, and Why Are They Playing at KINTEX?
LANY is the American pop duo behind atmospheric synth-driven singles like “ILYSB” and the “Malibu Nights” era — a act that built a fanbase well outside the K-pop machine but still draws a solid international crowd whenever it stops in Seoul. Rather than a downtown concert hall, this run is booked into KINTEX (Korea International Exhibition Center) in Goyang, the same exhibition complex that has hosted large-scale shows and expos covered in the K-World Dream Awards 2026 guide and the Seoul concerts fall 2026 roundup. Booking a big Western pop act into a convention hall rather than a stadium is common for this size of tour — expect a seated or mixed-floor setup rather than an open-field festival crowd. A week later, Charlie Puth plays a stadium show at nearby Goyang Stadium, so anyone basing themselves in Goyang for one show can plausibly catch both.
When and Where Exactly Is the Show?
The concert is set for Saturday, October 3, 2026, at KINTEX Exhibition Hall 2, Hall 9, in Ilsan-donggu, Goyang — according to the official ticketing listing on Live Nation Korea. October 3 is also a public holiday in Korea (National Foundation Day), so expect a long-weekend crowd both at the venue and on trains heading out of Seoul that day.
How Do I Get to KINTEX From Seoul?
KINTEX sits in Ilsan, part of Goyang, northwest of central Seoul. The simplest subway route is Line 3 to Daehwa Station, followed by a short walk or a free shuttle bus on major event days. If you’re staying somewhere served by the newer GTX-A high-speed rail line, Seoul Station to Kintex Station takes roughly 15–20 minutes — noticeably faster than the subway. The guide to getting around Seoul covers subway apps, T-money cards, and taxi basics if this is your first time navigating the city’s transit system.
Where Should I Stay for the Show?
If the concert is the main reason for your trip, staying in Goyang or Ilsan itself keeps your commute to a few subway stops or a short GTX-A ride. If you’re combining the show with broader Seoul sightseeing, central neighborhoods like Hongdae or Gangnam keep KINTEX within roughly 30–45 minutes by subway or GTX-A — the where to stay in Seoul guide breaks down the trade-offs between each area.
Early October still falls inside Korea’s autumn travel season, when foliage crowds start competing for rooms outside the capital. It’s worth checking hotel availability around Goyang and northwestern Seoul🏨 or comparing rates for the same dates🏨 before the long National Foundation Day weekend fills up nearby rooms. If you have time before or after the show, Ilsan Lake Park makes for an easy walk near the venue — it’s the same green space featured in the K-World Dream Awards guide’s Goyang travel notes.
How Do I Get Tickets?
Tickets are being sold through Live Nation Korea’s official event page, which lists seating categories and on-sale dates for this show. As with most international acts touring Korea, prices and any presale windows can shift as the date approaches, so it’s worth checking that listing directly before you book flights or a hotel around the concert date.
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