Social & Official Programs
Opening & Closing Ceremony
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Opening Ceremony
Date & Time: August 28 (Fri), 11:10 – 11:40
Place: Room 1 (GrandBallroom I+II), JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Join us for the Opening Ceremony on the morning of the first day as we officially launch LT Updates 2026. The ceremony will feature a special live calligraphy performance by renowned Korean calligraphy artist Soyoung Kim. We look forward to welcoming you as we begin the conference together.
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Closing Ceremony
Date & Time: August 29 (Sat), 18:10 – 18:30
Place: Room 1 (GrandBallroom I+II), JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Celebrate the conclusion of LT Updates 2026 at the Closing Ceremony, held as the final program of the meeting. A Lucky Draw will be held exclusively for attendees present, so be sure to stay until the very end.
Gala Dinner
Date & Time: August 28 (Fri), 18:30 - 20:30
Place: Namsan Terrace, 3F, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul (Roundtrip shuttle bus will be provided. (JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Banyan Tree Hotel Seoul))
Join us for a special Gala Dinner at the Namsan Terrace (3F), Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul. Enjoy a summer evening with a BBQ buffet, live jazz performance, and breathtaking views of Namsan in a unique outdoor setting. We look forward to sharing this memorable night with you.
The Gala Dinner is a social program open to participants who have purchased the ticket. Purchase a ticket with your registration and enjoy the opportunity to network with your colleagues and friends at LT Updates 2026!
Ticket price
| Gala Dinner | Pre-Registration ~ July 29 (Wed), 2026 |
Onsite Registration August 28 (Fri) to 29 (Sat), 2026 |
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| Domestic (Korean) Participants | KRW 30,000 | KRW 50,000 |
| Overseas (International) Participants | USD 30 | USD 35 |
LT Run
Date & Time: August 29 (Sat), 6:50 AM (7KM Course) / 7:00 AM (3KM Course)
Course: 3KM or 7KM course follows the Cheonggyecheon Stream next to the hotel

Shower facility and breakfast will be provided for participants who are not staying at the hotel upon advance application only.
Shower facility Location: SPAREX SAUNA GOODMORNING CITY (B3, Goodmorning City, 247, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul) * 5-minute walk to the hotel
-This complimentary program is available to all registered participants. After completing your conference registration, please click the link below to sign up.
-Special gifts will be provided to all participants.