The Ministry of the Interior and Safety, alongside the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, is hosting the 2026 Bicycle Day commemorative events on November 7 and 8 across the Jeju Civic Welfare Town Plaza and Gujwa Sports Complex. The two-day festival aims to promote carbon neutrality and expand public interest in eco-friendly transport.
Opening Ceremonies and the 6km Mass Ride
The weekend initiative kicks off on Saturday, November 7, at the Jeju Civic Welfare Town Plaza. Following the official opening ceremony, participants will tackle a 6-kilometer mass ride looping through the immediate surrounding district. According to biz.heraldcorp.com, the opening day is engineered to blend civic advocacy with hands-on technical clinics.
Attendees can access bicycle safety drills, transit etiquette workshops, and free mechanical tuning stations. Additional family activations include a children’s drawing competition, bespoke helmet-decorating zones, and an interactive zone featuring novelty bicycle designs.
Coastal Endurance and the 52km Jeju Cycling Route
Shifting from urban activations to coastal endurance, Sunday, November 8 brings the flagship 52-kilometer non-competitive ride. Cyclists depart from the Gujwa Sports Complex, tracing the Hae맞이 Coastal Road down to Songnan Port in Seongsan-eup. Mois.go.kr notes that the route deliberately bypasses time trials, allowing participants to navigate the scenic coastal stretches of Woljeong, Sehwa, and Hado without competitive pressures.
Simultaneously back at the Jeju Civic Welfare Town Plaza, the afternoon schedule features youth-centric athletic showcases. Children will compete in the Kids Bike Championship utilizing specialized training bicycles, followed by the finals of the Sing-Sing Bicycle Song Festival.
| Event Day | Location | Core Program | Distance / Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 7 (Sat) | Jeju Civic Welfare Town Plaza | Opening Ceremony & Mass Ride | 6 km (Community Group) |
| November 8 (Sun) | Gujwa Sports Complex to Songnan Port | Jeju Cycling Coastal Route | 52 km (Non-Competitive) |
Institutional Objectives and Access
Jin Myeong-ki, head of the Autonomy Innovation Office at the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, framed the initiative around public health and ecological responsibility. Bicycle riding is a useful medium for practicing carbon neutrality in daily life and promoting national health,
Jin stated, expressing hope that participants would appreciate the environmental value of cycling alongside family members.
The weekend program remains open to all members of the public. Registration protocols and comprehensive schedule information are hosted on the official initiative website and through the dedicated event secretariat.
