The KES 2026 (The 57th Korea Electronics Show) takes place at COEX Hall A and B in Seoul from 13 to 16 October 2026. According to the official overview, the event brings together 500 exhibitors across 1,100 booths and targets 70,000 visitors, making it Korea’s leading electronics and ICT exhibition.
Event at a Glance
| Event | KES 2026 (The 57th Korea Electronics Show) |
| Dates | 13–16 October 2026 (4 days) |
| Hours | 13–15 Oct: 10:00–17:00 (KST) 16 Oct: 10:00–16:00 (KST) |
| Venue | COEX Hall A and B, Seoul |
| Host · Organizer | Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) · Korea Electronics Association (KEA) |
| Visitor type | Electronics and ICT industry, trade and distribution, research and business-academia, international buyers |
| Scale | 500 exhibitors, 1,100 booths |
| Expected visitors | 70,000 (official overview) |
| Official website | KES 2026 official site |
What is KES?
KES (Korea Electronics Show) is Korea’s leading electronics and ICT exhibition. The official KES 2026 overview describes the event as a global technology platform that connects companies, buyers and industry ecosystems to create meaningful collaboration and business opportunities. It is a business networking event for industry, trade and distribution professionals, research and business-academia participants, and international buyers.
According to the official overview, 500 exhibitors across 1,100 booths will take part, targeting 70,000 visitors. KES is certified as an ‘Internationally Certified Exhibition+’, which allows participants to use export vouchers.
Dates, Venue and Entry
Dates
KES 2026 runs from 13 to 16 October 2026 at COEX Hall A and B in Seoul.
Opening hours
| Dates | Hours |
| 13–15 October (Tue–Thu) | 10:00 – 17:00 (KST) |
| 16 October (Fri) | 10:00 – 16:00 (KST) |
Registration and entry
Visitor pre-registration is available on the official website. Based on the COEX event page, the admission fee is listed as KRW 20,000. Please check the official website for the latest pre-registration requirements and current admission fee.
Note: The official overview lists major programmes including the Opening Keynote, KES Innovation Awards, KES Match, KES Conference and Welcome KES, with the Smart Biz Expo as a co-located event. The confirmed exhibitor list requires separate confirmation.
Getting to the Venue
The event takes place at COEX Hall A and B in Seoul. For specific transport details (subway, bus and parking), please refer to the KES official transportation page and the official COEX website.
Independent Visitor Notes
- Non-attendance notice: K-Expos did not attend the 2026 KES event; all information in this guide is based on public information from the official KES website and the official COEX event page.
- Unverified items: The individual exhibitor list, detailed admission fee, and accessibility and language support information were not officially confirmed at the time of writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When is KES 2026?
It runs for 4 days from 13 to 16 October 2026.
Q. Where is it held?
At COEX Hall A and B in Seoul.
Q. Who should visit?
It is a professional exhibition for electronics and ICT industry professionals, trade and distribution, research and business-academia participants, and international buyers.
Q. What are the opening hours?
13–15 October: 10:00–17:00; final day 16 October: 10:00–16:00 (KST).
Q. What is the admission fee and how do I register?
Visitor pre-registration is available on the official website. Based on the COEX event page, the admission fee is KRW 20,000. Please check the official website for current requirements.
Q. What is the scale of the event?
According to the official overview, 500 exhibitors across 1,100 booths will take part, targeting 70,000 visitors.
Q. What programmes are available?
The official overview lists the Opening Keynote, KES Innovation Awards, KES Match, KES Conference and Welcome KES, with the Smart Biz Expo co-located.
Local Events During Your Expo Visit
Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr (Seoul Museum of Photography)
When: 16 July – 18 October 2026
Where: Seoul Museum of Photography, Dobong-gu
Why consider it: This major photography exhibition overlaps with the KES dates (13–16 October) and offers a cultural break for visitors between exhibition sessions.
Practical detail: Free admission. 256m walk from Chang-dong Station (Lines 1, 4), Exit 1. Closed Mondays.
Official information: See official event information
Full of Colors: Regions Shaping K (Cheongwadae Sarangchae)
When: 4 June – 31 December 2026
Where: Cheongwadae Sarangchae 1F Exhibition Hall, Jongno-gu
Why consider it: This ongoing Korean regional culture and K-content exhibition is open throughout the KES period, ideal for visitors wanting to understand Korean culture alongside the expo.
Practical detail: Free admission. 800m walk from Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3), Exit 4. Closed Tuesdays, last entry 17:30.
Official information: See official event information
K-BOOK to the WORLD (National Central Library)
When: 28 July – 6 October 2026
Where: National Central Library 1F Exhibition Hall, Seocho-gu
Why consider it: This exhibition showcases the global expansion of Korean publishing and content, suitable for visitors in Seoul before KES opens.
Practical detail: Free admission. 773m walk from Seocho Station (Line 2), Exit 6 / 813m from Express Terminal Station (Lines 3, 7, 9), Exit 5. Closed on 2nd and 4th Mondays.
Official information: See official event information
Event details can change. Confirm opening hours, admission and booking requirements through the official links before visiting.
Sources and Update Policy
Key sources:
KES 2026 official overview: www.kes.org/fairContents.do?FAIRMENU_IDX=24511&hl=ENG
KES 2026 official site: www.kes.org
COEX event page: www.coexcenter.com/events/kes-2026korea-electronics-show-2026/
Local events: individual event pages on the official Korean Visit Seoul site (visitseoul.net)
Last verified: August 25, 2026. Event schedules, tickets, exhibitors and programmes may change. Confirm current details with the organiser before travelling.
K-Expos is a blog operated by K-Exhibition Lab, a Korean exhibition columnist. This guide was written based on official sources and not from a first-hand visit.