If you’re looking for a late-August event in Jeju where you can learn about space, experience future technology, and enjoy the island’s night sky, this is one to put on your calendar.
It’s the 2026 Jeju Global Future Aerospace Confesta.
This Jeju event brings together the latest in space, UAM, drones, and even the newest trends in Jeju’s AI industry, all in one place.
From conferences with Korean and international experts to a special aerospace talk by Orbit, an AI special session, and a career talk for students interested in aerospace,
plus exhibition and hands-on experience programs the whole family can enjoy, the event is packed with things to see and do over two full days.
There will also be a dedicated Jeju AI exhibition booth inside the exhibition and experience zone, which makes it even more exciting.
One of the biggest highlights is on Friday, August 28 at 7:00 PM, when a pre-show performance by Park Myung-soo with DJ Charles leads into the Jeju drone show, featuring 1,000 drones lighting up the night sky.
※ Please note: the Jeju drone show and Jeju fireworks may be canceled in the event of bad weather.
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Venue |
Landing Ballroom, Landing Hall, Jeju Shinhwa World |
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Event Dates |
Thursday, August 27, 2026 to Friday, August 28, 2026 |
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Thursday, August 27 Hours |
10:30 AM–5:30 PM |
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Friday, August 28 Hours |
1:30 PM–9:00 PM |
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Admission |
Free |
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Age Rating |
Open to all ages |
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Running Time |
930 minutes |
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Host |
Jeju Special Self-Governing Province |
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Organizer |
Jeju Technopark |
The event will run for two days at the Landing Ballroom in Jeju Shinhwa World’s Landing Hall, and admission is completely free.
How to Get There: Bus, Parking, and Transportation Info
The event takes place at the Landing Ballroom in Jeju Shinhwa World’s Landing Hall.
Address: 38 Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, South Korea
If you’re driving search for “Shinhwa World Landing Hall” in your navigation app.
Once you arrive, just follow the signs for Landing Hall and the event venue.
If you’re using public transportation public transit to Jeju Shinhwa World is essential to check in advance, and I highly recommend confirming the actual route and bus schedule before your visit.
From Jeju International Airport it takes about 35 to 45 minutes by car from the airport to Jeju Shinhwa World.
Program Overview at a Glance
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Thursday, August 27: INDUSTRY DAY The first day is conference-focused and designed for industry professionals and experts. |
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Time |
Program |
Venue |
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10:30–11:50 |
Conference [UAM] Session |
Landing Ballroom A&B |
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11:50–13:10 |
Lunch |
– |
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1:10–2:30 PM |
Conference [Space] Session |
Landing Ballroom A&B |
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2:30–3:40 PM |
Conference [Drone] Session |
Landing Ballroom A&B |
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4:00–5:30 PM |
Opening Ceremony |
Landing Ballroom A&B |
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5:30–7:00 PM |
Banquet |
Songak Room |
All three sessions are designed as a place for Korean and international experts to share the latest technology, policy trends, and industry outlook while exploring new possibilities in future aerospace.
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Friday, August 28: PUBLIC DAY The second day is geared toward general visitors, students, and families. |
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Time |
Program |
Venue |
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1:30–2:30 PM |
Special Aerospace Lecture (Orbit) |
Landing Ballroom A |
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2:50–3:50 PM |
Aerospace Career Talk |
Landing Ballroom A |
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4:10–5:10 PM |
AI Special Session (Kim Seung-il, CEO of Modu Research Institute) |
Landing Ballroom A |
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7:00–9:00 PM |
Outdoor Event and Drone Light Show |
Outdoor Special Stage |
The AI special session, built around the theme “What kind of talent will thrive in the AI era?”, looks at the future society shaped by changes in the AI industry
and the skills the next generation will need.
It’s also set up to be especially useful for people involved in Jeju’s AI industry and for students, while the special lecture makes space and aviation topics easy and engaging to understand.
From that to the aerospace career session for teens, the event offers a strong lineup of programs designed with the next generation in mind.
Ongoing Programs and Exhibition Experiences
The exhibition and hands-on programs will be open freely from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both August 27 and August 28 in Lobby C of the Landing Ballroom.
The exhibition is organized into four themes: future air mobility, the space industry, the drone industry, and a special Jeju aerospace exhibition.
One especially notable part of this Jeju event is the Jeju AI exhibition booth, where companies leading Korea’s AI industry will showcase their work and give visitors a closer look at the growth of Jeju’s AI sector.
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Exhibition Category |
Description |
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Future Air Mobility (UAM) |
Technologies and services related to future air mobility, including UAM where you can get a glimpse of the future being shaped by new forms of transportation. |
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Space Industry (SPACE) |
A look at satellites, space technology, and the wide range of services and innovations driving the fast-growing future space industry. |
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Drone Industry (DRONE) |
An introduction to drone technologies and services expanding across industrial, public, and defense sectors, along with their future potential. |
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Jeju Aerospace Special Exhibition (SPECIAL EXHIBITION) |
A themed exhibition designed to make Jeju’s aerospace industry easier to understand, with a special focus on the future of aerospace as seen from Jeju. |
There will also be a variety of hands-on experience programs.
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Experience |
Details |
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Craft Workshop |
A hands-on kit activity where you can learn the principles of aerospace through making. |
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AI Robot Experience |
Interact with AI robots and enjoy activities like taking photos and exploring different kinds of content. |
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Jeju UAM VR Tour |
A virtual flight experience where you board a UAM aircraft and fly through the skies of Jeju. |
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Flight Simulator Experience |
Try piloting an aircraft and get a feel for how flight works and why flying is so fun. |
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AI Omok & Drawing Experience |
Play omok against an AI robot, then take a photo and have AI turn it into a portrait. |
There are no age restrictions for participation, so everyone from kids to teens to adults can enjoy it, and you can simply sign up at the experience booth on-site and join right away.
AI Industry Participating Organizations
A wide range of companies and institutions will be taking part in this Jeju event.
These include Jeju Provincial Government, MAUM.AI, Hanwha Systems, CONTEC, Hancom InSpace, AiOps, TelePIX, Perigee Aerospace, Quaternion, SPEX, EHANG, Hallim Aerospace High School, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Office of Education, RideFlux, and Lotte Innovate.
These leading companies and institutions representing Jeju’s AI industry and the aerospace sector will operate designated booths.
At the Jeju AI exhibition booth, you’ll be able to see the technologies of participating companies up close.
Since there are designated booths, be sure to check the official website before your visit.
※ Participating exhibitors and booth layouts may change.
Highlight: 1,000-Drone Light Show
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Date and Time |
Friday, August 28, 7:00–9:00 PM |
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Location |
Jeju Shinhwa World Outdoor Special Stage |
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Scale |
1,000 drones |
The biggest climax of the event is easily the Jeju drone show on the second evening.
This nighttime program of the 2026 Jeju Global Future Aerospace Confesta features a large-scale performance with 1,000 drones painting the Jeju night sky, enhanced by music and fireworks.
Starting with pre-show performances by local artists and Park Myung-soo with DJ Charles, the Jeju drone show fills the sky with a dazzling mix of music, light, and Jeju fireworks.
The drone light show is free to watch and does not require separate advance registration, which makes it especially easy to enjoy.
※ Please note that the Jeju drone show and Jeju fireworks may be changed or canceled in the event of bad weather.
How to Join
This Jeju event is free to attend, and you can sign up in advance through online registration.
Online Pre-Registration https://www.jejuuamdroneconfesta.com/
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If you pre-register |
you can enter after confirming your name at the registration desk. |
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If you do not pre-register |
you can register at the on-site registration desk and then enter. |
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Drone Light Show |
You can watch without separate advance registration. |
So even if you miss pre-registration, there’s no need to worry.
On the day of the event, you can still join the conference, special programs, exhibitions, and hands-on experiences after a simple registration process at the on-site desk.
That said, some programs may reach capacity or close early depending on venue limits, so if you’re especially interested in popular sessions like the special lecture or the AI special session, pre-registration is the safer option.
※ Please also note that detailed programs and operating hours may change depending on on-site conditions, and the Jeju drone show and Jeju fireworks may also be changed or canceled in bad weather.
Final Thoughts
From conferences and special programs to the Jeju AI exhibition booth, family-friendly exhibitions, hands-on experiences, and even the 1,000-drone Jeju drone show, this is a rare two-day event where you can see both the present and future of aerospace in one place.
I’d recommend this Jeju event not only to anyone interested in the space, UAM, drone, and AI industries, but also to families and visitors looking for a unique experience with kids in Jeju.
Between the futuristic atmosphere at Jeju Shinhwa World and the spectacular Jeju fireworks,
this event feels like a great way to spend the last weekend of summer while also spotlighting the growth of Jeju’s AI industry.
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