2026 Korea Urban and Regional Innovation Industry Expo

The 2026 Korea Urban and Regional Innovation Industry Expo, hosted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, North Chungcheong Province, Cheongju City, the Urban Regeneration Industry Promotion Association, and Yonhap News, will be held at OSCO in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, from September 29 to October 2. This event is the nation’s largest urban innovation expo, encompassing innovation across all aspects of cities and regions. It brings together diverse stakeholders from the fields of industry, technology, and policy to share information and explore opportunities for collaboration. Held annually since 2019, it has established itself as a platform for cooperation among the private sector, government, industry, and academia. In addition to exhibition booths by government ministries, local governments, and companies, various side events—such as seminars and results-sharing sessions—will be held to showcase the achievements and visions of urban and regional innovation.

- Main Program: Urban Innovation Expo - Side Events and Programs: Opening Ceremony / Information Booths (operated by relevant organizations such as local governments, government ministries, public institutions, and companies) / Awards Ceremony (Urban and Regional Innovation Awards / Public Relations and Marketing Awards / AI Urban and Regional Innovation Idea Contest) / Academic Programs (seminars), etc.