Goyang Mayor Min Kyungsun: “Lim Youngwoong Concert Excitement Continues with Lake Art Festival”

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The excitement from Lim Youngwoong's concerts in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province is carrying over into a large-scale street art festival.

Minkyung Sun, Mayor of Goyang Special City, conducting a safety inspection at the Lim Youngwoong concert venue. Provided by Goyang City

On September 14, Goyang City announced that the '2026 Goyang Lake Art Festival' will take place for three days from September 18 to 20 at Ilsan Lake Park, Lafesta, and Western Dome. The event will feature over 100 street performances, including circus acts, mimes, and puppet shows; a fireworks drone show with about 1,000 drones; a traditional fireworks display; and a performance by singer Shin Seunghun.

Previously, from September 4 to 6, the ‘IM HERO-THE STADIUM 2’ concert by Lim Youngwoong at the Goyang Sports Complex's main stadium was completely sold out for three days in a row. While audiences from various age groups flocked to the event, the concert concluded without any major safety incidents.

Goyang City and the organizers inspected the facilities before the concert and deployed safety personnel throughout the venue. They used artificial intelligence (AI) to manage on-site situations and operated shuttle buses running between GTX-A Kintex Station and the concert venue. Additionally, staff from related agencies were stationed at major transit points such as Daehwa Station and Kintex Station to monitor traffic conditions in real time.

After the concert, audiences were divided into zones and instructed to exit sequentially to reduce congestion. Attendees also followed guidance calmly, contributing to a safe journey home. During the concert period, visitors patronized nearby restaurants and shops, bringing vitality to the local business sector.

The city plans to channel the momentum from these large-scale performances into the Goyang Lake Art Festival, now celebrating its 15th year. Selected last year as Gyeonggi-do's representative tourism festival, this year’s event will carry the slogan: 'Art, Play in the Streets! Rhythm of the Street.' Over 50 domestic and international groups will participate, turning the lake park and downtown streets into a vast outdoor stage.

The festival’s main program is 'Hey, Listen'—Korea’s first aerial music performance—scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on September 19 at Hanul Square. This unique show will seamlessly connect music performed on a stage suspended in the air with performances on the ground, uniting sound and movement.

Singer Lim Youngwoong on the concert stage. Provided by Mulgogi Music

Other highlights include 'GSAF Choice,' featuring 15 acclaimed Korean street art works, and 'GSAF Global,' with street artists from Brazil, Italy, and Japan. Around 50 artists will stage the 'Boisterous Parade Troupe,' roaming the lake park with character and balloon performances, inviting audiences to join in a lively parade.

On the festival's final evening, September 20, a fireworks drone light show with about 1,000 drones and a traditional fireworks display will illuminate the night sky. Ballad singer Shin Seunghun, known as the 'Emperor of Ballads,' will cap off the festival with a headline performance.

The event will also offer interactive programs for visitors. 'Circus Village' will feature circus gymnastics, plate-spinning, and acrobatics experiences. At ‘Little Art Yard,’ visitors can join DIY craft programs, while 'Puppet House' will provide a chance to experience marionette control.

The ‘Art Market’ flea market, hosted by local small businesses, will offer handmade items and crafts. The city will also operate a 'Delivery Zone,' allowing festival-goers to enjoy food from nearby restaurants delivered to the festival site, ensuring that spending by visitors flows to local businesses.

'2025 Goyang Lake Art Festival' Drone Light Show. Provided by Goyang City

Mayor Min Kyungsun of Goyang City stated, "By consecutively showcasing both large-scale concerts and street art festivals, Goyang proves its diverse cultural content capabilities. We will continue to link cultural events with the local business sector to foster a tourism-oriented city where visitors can stay, dine, and shop, making for a true experiential cultural destination."

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.