Safety First: Seoul Fireworks Festival 2024 Unveils VIP Seating and Reinforced Security
The Seoul International Fireworks Festival is an annual event hosted by the Hanwha Group, held along the banks of the Han River at Yeouido Hangang Park. It features elaborate fireworks displays by international teams, including those from Japan, the U.S., and South Korea. This year’s festival on Oct. 5 drew large crowds with its vibrant pyrotechnics and festive atmosphere, featuring food trucks, music performances, and prime viewing spots along the river.
In 2024, for the first time, the festival introduced paid VIP seating to enhance safety and visitor experience. This move was part of a broader safety initiative due to the large crowds the event typically draws. Around 2,500 seats were available for advance purchase, with ticket prices starting at 165,000 won. Designated areas included parking lot viewing seats and waterfront seating.
Safety measures were also reinforced, with the number of safety personnel increased by 28 percent compared to previous years. The Seoul Metropolitan Government installed a comprehensive safety headquarters to monitor the event, collaborating with local fire, police, and other agencies. This ensured better crowd control and rapid emergency response. Public transportation services were expanded, and nearby roads were closed to manage the large crowd effectively.
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1. Where is the Seoul International Fireworks Festival held?
2. Which countries participated in the fireworks displays at this year’s festival?
3. What new feature was introduced for the first time in 2024 to enhance safety and the visitor experience?
4. How did the Seoul Metropolitan Government improve safety for the festival this year?
1. Have you ever seen a fireworks show? What did you enjoy the most about it?
2. How do you think VIP seating can make an event safer and more enjoyable?
3. If you could watch the fireworks from any spot, where would you want to sit and why?
4. Why do you think it’s important for events like the fireworks festival to have extra safety measures?
The Seoul International Fireworks Festival is an annual event hosted by the Hanwha Group, held along the banks of the Han River at Yeouido Hangang Park. It features elaborate fireworks displays by international teams, including those from Japan, the U.S., and South Korea. This year’s festival on Oct. 5 drew large crowds with its vibrant pyrotechnics and festive atmosphere, featuring food trucks, music performances, and prime viewing spots along the river.
