Quantum Expo Korea 2026 (2026 International Quantum Industry Expo): Dates, Venue & Visitor Guide

A pre-visit guide to Quantum Expo Korea 2026 (brand QX KOREA 2026, Korean name 2026 국제양자산업대전), held September 9 (Wed) – 11 (Fri), 2026 at COEX, Seoul. The guide covers pre-registration, admission, programme and Seoul events you can combine with your visit. All details are sourced from official channels, with a verification date and change notice at the end.[1][2][3]

At a Glance

ItemDetails
EventQuantum Expo Korea 2026 (QX KOREA 2026)
Korean name2026 국제양자산업대전
DatesSeptember 9 (Wed) – 11 (Fri), 2026
HoursSep 9–10 10:00–17:00, Sep 11 (Fri) 10:00–16:30
VenueCOEX Hall B (listed as Hall B2 by COEX)
Address513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Samseong-dong)
OrganisersKorea Quantum Industry Association, Future Quantum Convergence Forum, Quantum Times, J.EXPO
SupportersMinistry of Science and ICT, Seoul Metropolitan Government
SponsorQuantinuum (Platinum)
FormatB2B trade show (quantum industry)
Pre-registrationFree online (closes September 8, 24:00)

What Is This Event?

Quantum Expo Korea 2026 is a B2B trade show for the quantum industry, aimed at industry professionals.[14] According to the official website and COEX listings it runs for three days, September 9–11, 2026 at COEX.[2][4][11]

The exhibition covers eight categories:[2][3][11][17]

  • Quantum Computing
  • Quantum Software
  • Quantum Communication
  • Quantum Sensors
  • Quantum Security
  • Quantum Devices
  • Quantum Materials
  • Industrial Applications & Convergence

The organisers indicate a scale of 3,645 sqm, 250 booths and around 20,000 visitors — please note this is an organiser-stated estimate, not a confirmed figure.[2][17][19] The organisers are the Korea Quantum Industry Association, Future Quantum Convergence Forum, Quantum Times and J.EXPO; it is supported by the Ministry of Science and ICT and Seoul Metropolitan Government, with Quantinuum as Platinum Sponsor.[2][3][11][17]

Dates, Venue & Admission

Dates and Hours

  • September 9 (Wed) – 10 (Thu), 2026: 10:00–17:00
  • September 11 (Fri), 2026: 10:00–16:30

These hours are confirmed consistently on both the official website and COEX listings.[4][5][11][12]

Venue

The official website lists the venue as COEX Hall B, while COEX listings show Hall B2. It has not been independently verified whether the two refer to the same space, so please check the official notice before you visit.[2][4][11][12]

Address: 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Samseong-dong), COEX.[4][5][11] Detailed subway/exit directions are not stated on the event pages — please use COEX’s official directions or a map.

Registration and Admission

Online pre-registration is free and closes September 8 at 24:00. You can apply in Korean or English on the pre-registration page.[4][5][7]

On-site fees are listed differently across official pages and should be confirmed before you go. The Korean official page and COEX listings show KRW 20,000, while the English official page shows KRW 10,000.[4][5][11][12] If you do not have a separate invitation, completing online pre-registration before the deadline is the safest option. Invitation holders are listed as free admission.[4][5]

Pre-registration: https://sjinfotec.com/qxkorea2026/pre-reservation/ [7]

Programme (Concurrent Events)

Concurrent programmes listed on the official website are:[4][5]

  • 2026 Global Quantum Summit — Sep 9 (Wed), COEX Hall B Main Stage [4][5][17]
  • Quantum Tech IR Pitching Day — Sep 10 (Thu), Main Stage. About 10 quantum startups [4][5]
  • 3rd Global Quantum AI Competition Awards Ceremony — Dates differ between official pages (Korean page: Sep 10, English page: Sep 11). Please confirm the correct date on the official website. Co-hosted by NORMA and QISCA.[4][5][17]
  • Domestic and International Quantum Industry Ecosystem Showcase — Sep 11 (Fri), Main Stage [4][5]
  • Exhibitor Technical Seminar — Sep 9–11 (Wed–Fri), Seminar Stage [4][5]

You can find the exhibitor list on the official exhibitor list page.[8] For the latest exhibitor/speaker line-up, check the official website.

Who Is It For?

The organiser-listed target visitors are banks/financial institutions, information-security companies, semiconductor design/manufacturing firms, medical-device/pharma/biotech, defence/aerospace/energy, automotive, ICT, smart-device/electronics manufacturers, and academia/industry/research professionals in the quantum field.[2][3] According to organiser-affiliated coverage, professionals from relevant companies/institutions can attend for free after pre-registration.[18][19]

In short, it is a B2B event for quantum business, technology and investment audiences. General visitors may also enter via pre-registration, but the content is centred on industrial/research perspectives.

Seoul Events You Can Combine With Your Visit

Four Seoul events around the expo period, each with its official link.

Smart Work & Contact Center Expo 2026 (SWCC)

  • When: September 9–11, 2026 (same dates)
  • Where: COEX Hall B1, Gangnam-gu (same COEX complex)
  • Why go: A co-located B2B show on AI/AX workplace and AICC contact-centre solutions — you can cover both in one visit.[25][26]
  • Practical: 10:00–17:00 (Fri 16:30), KRW 20,000 (free with pre-registration)[26]
  • Official: https://www.swcc.ai/en [25]

Seoul Light DDP 2026 Autumn: DAYBREAKER

  • When: September 3–13, 2026 (overlaps the expo)
  • Where: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Jung-gu
  • Why go: A free evening media-art festival after expo hours — video façades, laser show and live performances.[28]
  • Practical: Media façade daily 19:30–22:30, free [28]
  • Official: https://news.seoul.go.kr/culture/archives/534071 [28]

Seoul Intangible Cultural Festival 2026

  • When: September 12–13, 2026 (weekend after the expo)
  • Where: Namsangol Hanok Village / Namsan Gugakdang, Jung-gu
  • Why go: A weekend festival of intangible cultural heritage performances and hands-on programmes — good if you extend your stay past Sep 11.[30]
  • Practical: Sep 12 11:00–21:00, Sep 13 11:00–17:00, free (some experiences paid)[30]
  • Official: https://news.seoul.go.kr/culture/archives/534130 [30]

Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026 with Hanwha

Details may change. Confirm hours, admission and booking via the official links before you go.

Good to Know Before You Go

  • Pre-registration is the surest way in. Free online registration closes September 8 at 24:00 — register in advance if you plan to go.[4][5][7]
  • On-site fees differ between pages. KRW 20,000 (Korean/COEX) vs KRW 10,000 (English) — confirm the final fee on the official website if you need on-site registration.[4][5][11][12]
  • Hall naming differs. Official site says `Hall B`, COEX says `Hall B2` — keep both in mind when navigating.[2][4][11][12]
  • Awards date differs. The Global Quantum AI Competition ceremony shows Sep 10 (KO) vs Sep 11 (EN) — check the official site for the final schedule.[4][5]
  • Don’t confuse it with a similarly named event. `Quantum Korea` is a separate show, not a previous edition of this expo. No prior edition of this expo has been publicly verified.

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Online pre-registration is free until September 8 at 24:00. On-site fees differ across pages (KRW 20,000 / 10,000) — pre-register and confirm the on-site fee on the official site.[4][5][7]

Where is it?

COEX, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Official site says `Hall B`, COEX says `Hall B2`.[4][11]

Can the general public attend?

It is listed as a B2B trade show; organiser-affiliated coverage says professionals from relevant companies/institutions can attend for free after pre-registration. General visitor eligibility — check the official website.[14][18][19]

Where is the exhibitor list?

On the official exhibitor list page.[8]

Any co-located shows?

Yes — Smart Work & Contact Center Expo 2026 in COEX Hall B1 at the same time.[25][26]

Official Links

Sources & Verification

Last verified: September 2, 2026. Event dates, exhibitors and programmes may change. Check the official website for the latest before you go.

[1] Official website (KO) — https://www.quantumexpo.co.kr/

[2] Official About (KO) — https://www.quantumexpo.co.kr/about-1

[3] Official About (EN) — https://www.quantumexpo.co.kr/en/about-1

[4] Official Visit (KO) — https://www.quantumexpo.co.kr/visit

[5] Official Visit (EN) — https://www.quantumexpo.co.kr/en/visit

[7] Pre-registration — https://sjinfotec.com/qxkorea2026/pre-reservation/

[8] Exhibitor list — https://sjinfotec.com/jexpo/qxkorea2026/list.asp

[11] COEX listing (KO) — https://www.coex.co.kr/exhibitions/2026-국제양자산업대전/

[12] COEX listing (EN) — https://www.coexcenter.com/events/quantum-expo-korea-2026/

[14] Showala portal — https://www.showala.com/ex/ex_detail.php?idx=2586

[17] ETNews — https://www.etnews.com/20260730000110

[18] Quantum Times — https://www.quantumtimes.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=56744

[19] DaeNews — https://www.daenews.co.kr/26127

[25] SWCC official (EN) — https://www.swcc.ai/en

[26] SWCC Visit (EN) — https://www.swcc.ai/en/visit

[28] Seoul Light DDP (Seoul) — https://news.seoul.go.kr/culture/archives/534071

[30] Seoul Intangible Cultural Festival (Seoul) — https://news.seoul.go.kr/culture/archives/534130

[31] Seoul Fireworks (Visit Seoul EN) — https://english.visitseoul.net/events/2026SeoulInternationalFireworksFestival/ENPun82v3

K-Expos is a blog run by K-Expo Lab, a Korean exhibition columnist. This guide was written based on official sources without the author visiting the site in person.

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