Cheongna Lake Park Musical Fountain to Operate for Six Months From May
The musical fountain at Cheongna Lake Park, a waterfront cultural landmark in Cheongna International City, will operate for six months starting May 1. The fountain, featuring water jets reaching up to 75 meters combined with music, video, laser, and moving lights, is considered one of the area’s signature attractions. In particular, the fountain is praised for its nightscape as the music, lighting, and lakeside scenery come together to create a distinctive atmosphere. The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority announced that the fountain will run from 12:20 p.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, and from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
Incheon to Develop Unique Cultural Landmark at Songdo Cultural Park
A distinctive cultural landmark combining artistic value and industrial expertise will be developed at a cultural park site in Songdo International City’s Districts 6 and 8. The Incheon Metropolitan Government signed a memorandum of understanding with a sculptor, Simone Co., and Bluecore PFV Co. to create a corestone sculpture park, a handbag museum, and a related exhibition hall. The agreement specifies roles, operational plans, and future procedures following Bluecore PFV’s designation as the project developer after an agreement was reached two years ago to create the sculpture park and handbag museum within the culture park site. The city plans to form a consultative body to discuss design, operations, and installation costs to ensure the project’s successful implementation.
Incheon Prepares Comprehensive Response Against Prolonged Middle East Conflict
Incheon Metropolitan City is preparing a comprehensive response to minimize damage to the local economy caused by the prolonged conflict in the Middle East. Local small manufacturers and the broader economy have been facing mounting difficulties as the conflict between the United States and Iran has continued for two months. The city plans to implement practical, field-oriented measures across three key areas: support for exporters affected by the Middle East situation, assistance for small business owners and farmers, and measures to stabilize public livelihoods. The comprehensive package includes 25 detailed projects and is expected to create synergy with the previously announced supplementary budget for livelihood support.
Ongjin-gun to Correct Cadastral Records for 45 Uninhabited Islands
Incheon’s Ongjin-gun plans to complete cadastral record corrections for 45 uninhabited islands and 71 parcels of land by next month. Cadastral records document land locations and ownership based on surveys. The correction project targets areas where records do not match actual locations, including 25 uninhabited islands in Deokjeok-myeon, 11 in Yeongheung-myeon, eight in Jawol-myeon, and one in Yeonpyeong-myeon. These discrepancies stem from limited access and technical constraints at the time of initial registration.
Incheon Expands Late-night Childcare Services for Elementary Students
Incheon Metropolitan City will expand late-night childcare services, allowing access until midnight for families with elementary school children. The program is part of the city’s “i+ Childcare Support” initiative aimed at tackling low birthrates. Operating hours at local childcare centers will be extended from 9 p.m. to midnight to support parents facing unexpected overtime or urgent work. Guardians can access the service from 6 p.m. on weekdays by contacting a call center (032-425-7327) or the representative number (1522-1318) at least two hours in advance to be connected to facilities immediately available nearby.
Incheon Expands Senior Job Programs, Combining Income and Social Value
Incheon Metropolitan City is significantly expanding its senior job program in 2026 and will host promotional and sales events featuring products made by senior participants. The city will invest 241.9 billion won to provide jobs for 55,646 seniors, an increase of 250 from the previous year. A total of 47 organizations, including local governments and senior welfare centers, will participate. Programs will be categorized into four types: public service, skills-based roles, community business groups, and employment support, tailored to participants’ abilities and needs.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
