https://worldleaders.website/leader-city-seoulThe public schedule of Oh Se-hoon, Mayor of Seoul, from official sources via World Leaders Daily.enSun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000https://english.seoul.go.kr/climate-pass-set-for-official-launch-on-september-1-with-on-site-events-offering-free-card-exchanges/city-seoul-2026-08-28-Climate Pass Set for Official Launch on Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000Climate Pass officially launches on September 1, expanding the age range for Seoul’s youth discount from 19–34 to 19–39 On-site events to be held at 12 major subway stations, including Seoul Station, City Hall Station, and Jamsil Station, through October 2, offering free card exchanges and coupons Discounted 7-day Climate Card Youth Pass also launches... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/switch-from-everyday-life-to-k-culture-city-hall-station-space-hidden-for-40-years-opens-aug-24/city-seoul-2026-08-27-Switch from Everyday Life to K-Culture: Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000A 335-meter-long underground space of approx. 3,261 m² between City Hall and Euljiro 1(il)-ga stations transformed into “K-Culture Station” Inaugural program, BIGBANG 20th Anniversary Media Exhibition “COSMOS,” to feature 11 immersive experience zones Fun Station initiative expands beyond running and fitness to encompass K-pop, fashion, and entertainment technology K-Culture Station Entrance An underground space 13... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/car-free-jamsugyo-bridge-festival-with-cumulative-visitors-of-6-47-million-returns-with-weekly-themes-for-fall-2026/city-seoul-2026-08-27-Car-Free Jamsugyo Bridge Festival with CThu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000Seoul Metropolitan Government to host the 2026 Car-Free Jamsugyo Bridge Festival from 2 PM to 10 PM every Sunday for eight weeks, from Sep. 6 to Oct. 25, 2026 September: Play, enjoy, and mingle at Jamsugyo with water gun battles, traditional performances from around the world, field day activities, and more October: Savor, shine, and... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/seoul-to-expand-autonomous-bus-fleet-to-500-and-build-a-transit-network-without-gaps-advancing-toward-a-global-top-3-public-transportation/city-seoul-2026-08-26-Seoul to Expand Autonomous Bus Fleet to Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000G3 Transportation Innovation Subcommittee selects two flagship initiatives: expanding Seoul’s autonomous bus fleet to 500 vehicles and conducting a citywide Access to Rapid Transit (ART) survey Seoul seeks to lead the development of global standards for autonomous public transportation and build an unrivaled industry value chain spanning manufacturing, operations, control systems, and related fields Citywide... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/late-night-driverless-taxi-service-in-gangnam-to-expand-from-7-vehicles-to-19-expected-to-improve-nighttime-mobility-convenience/city-seoul-2026-08-26-Late-Night Driverless Taxi Service in GaWed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000Starting on August 20 (Thu), the self-driving taxi fleet will expand to 19 vehicles, reducing wait times and improving accessibility. Since its launch in September 2024, the self-driving taxi has served 15,140 rides. After it transitioned to a paid service in April 2026, 6,176 rides have been recorded. The self-driving taxi will now operate in... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/k-beauty-by-day-running-at-sunset-hip-hop-by-night-experience-the-seoul-lifestyle-at-ddp/city-seoul-2026-08-26-K-Beauty by Day, Running at Sunset, Hip-Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000152 K-beauty brands come together, with everything from beauty talks featuring Won Jung-yo and Kim Seupseup to the Seoul Beauty Forum. Explore yoga wear curated by 29CM, then run around DDP with FILA, getting a taste of how Seoul enjoys fashion, wellness, and running. As the sun sets, DDP transforms into an outdoor stage for... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/smg-launches-seven-new-seoul-merchandise-products-under-the-seoul-sauna-series/city-seoul-2026-08-24-SMG Launches Seven New Seoul MerchandiseMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000Seven-product collection blending Korean sauna and bathing culture with Seoul My Soul, Hechi & Soul Friends, and the 2026 Seoul Color Exfoliating towels, sheet masks, gua sha tools, and more offered in three sets priced from KRW 30,000 to KRW 150,000, with savings of up to 20% compared with individual purchases Available from August 22... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/not-more-nighttime-spending-but-better-nights-seoul-steps-up-its-nighttime-economy/city-seoul-2026-08-24-“Not More Nighttime Spending, but BetterMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000Seoul unveils a vision for a vibrant 24-hour economy to improve residents’ quality of life and revitalize local economies The goal is to generate an additional KRW 5 trillion in annual nighttime spending, attract 30 million international visitors, and raise the share of nighttime sales among small businesses to 50% within five years 269 sports... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/k-beauty-rises-to-second-place-globally-seoul-beauty-week-to-drive-further-growth/city-seoul-2026-08-21-K-Beauty Rises to Second Place Globally,Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000From August 22 to 25, the 5th Seoul Beauty Week will be held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), featuring 152 companies, the largest-ever number, from across the cosmetics, beauty technology, medical products, beauty products, and even beauty-related supplement industries. In the midst of the K-Beauty export boom, the event will support the growth of... Read morehttps://english.seoul.go.kr/seoul-fashion-week-expands-beyond-ddp-to-lotte-world-tower-turning-seouls-iconic-landmarks-into-runways/city-seoul-2026-08-21-Seoul Fashion Week Expands Beyond DDP toFri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +00002027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week to take place Sept. 1–6 at DDP and Lotte World Tower, bringing together two of Seoul’s iconic landmarks in a citywide fashion festival. Participating brands range from designer labels to contemporary brands, showcasing the full spectrum of K-fashion. In partnership with Lotte Department Store, Seoul Fashion Week features runway shows,... Read more