# Incheon bid for 2028 G20 Summit

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/incheon-bid-for-2028-g20-summit
> Updated: 2026-09-29T23:52:45.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Incheon Metropolitan City has initiated a signature campaign to host the 2028 G20 Summit. Leveraging South Korea’s upcoming presidency in 2028, the city is promoting its candidacy to domestic and international business leaders and the Korean diaspora.

The campaign is being conducted during ‘World Korean Week’ at Songdo Convensia. To facilitate the bid, the city has established a ‘2028 G20 Summit Incheon Bid Support TF’ comprising four specialized divisions. Incheon is highlighting its competitive advantages, including its proximity to Incheon International Airport and its experience in hosting international events. If the bid is successful, the summit is expected to host between 10,000 and 15,000 visitors and involve over 100 days of ministerial and working-level meetings.

## Claims

- Incheon Metropolitan City will host the 62nd Citizens' Day Commemorative Incheon Citizens' Festival on October 10 at Incheon Grand Park. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The event will feature the official unveiling of the new municipal slogan for the 9th popularly elected administration. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The 48th Incheon Metropolitan City Citizen Awards ceremony will be held to honor individuals contributing to local development. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The city will designate October 10 to 24 as Citizens' Happiness Week, offering various benefits and linked events. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The festival will conclude with a drone light show in the night sky. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-29: Incheon to host 62nd Citizens' Day Festival and unveil new slogan

Incheon Metropolitan City will host the 62nd Citizens' Day Festival on October 10, featuring the unveiling of a new municipal slogan and a 15-day Citizens' Happiness Week with various local benefits.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/incheon-to-host-62nd-citizens-day-festival-and-unveil-new-slogan

### 2026-09-27: Incheon launches signature campaign to host 2028 G20 Summit

Incheon Metropolitan City has begun a signature campaign during World Korean Week to bid for hosting the 2028 G20 Summit, highlighting its global MICE capabilities and transport infrastructure.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/incheon-launches-signature-campaign-to-host-2028-g20-summit

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Cite as: Incheon bid for 2028 G20 Summit. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/incheon-bid-for-2028-g20-summit