CineAsia, the premier convention and trade show for the APAC cinema exhibition industry, will take place in Seoul, South Korea, 7-10 December 2026, with CJ CGV serving as Host Partner, organizers announced this week.

CineAsia’s host theatre will be CGV Yongsan I-Park, located just steps from Seoul Dragon City. As CGV’s flagship location, the cinema showcases the latest in cinema technology, featuring multiple PLF formats and offering delegates a premier example of cutting-edge cinematic presentation.

The convention and trade show will be based at Seoul Dragon City – Novotel, one of Seoul’s leading conference and hospitality destinations and the largest hotel complex in Asia. Located in Yongsan, at the center of the city, Seoul Dragon City offers a dynamic environment for both business and leisure, with extensive meeting and convention facilities, premium event space, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options. Exclusive CineAsia room rates will be available at the Grand Mercure and the Novotel.

“The move to Seoul reflects CineAsia’s continued commitment to the APAC region while strengthening engagement with one of the world’s most dynamic cinema markets,” stated Andrew Sunshine, President of The Film Expo Group “South Korea is internationally recognized for its creative excellence, technological innovation, and vibrant film culture, making Seoul an ideal host city for CineAsia 2026,” continued Sunshine.

“We are thrilled to bring CineAsia to Seoul and to collaborate with CGV as host for presentations and screenings,” said Erica Seidman, Film Expo Group’s Vice President. “CGV’s leadership in premium cinema and innovation makes them an exceptional partner as CineAsia continues to provide the industry with a premier platform to explore the future of cinema across the Asia-Pacific arena,” Seidman continued.

“As a global leader in cinematic innovation, CJ CGV is proud to host CineAsia 2026 in Seoul – a city that stands at the forefront of global film culture. We are thrilled to present our world-class immersive theaters, featuring ScreenX, 4DX, and our long-standing partnership with IMAX, redefining the boundaries of immersive cinema experiences. We look forward to welcoming our global partners to experience the vibrant creativity and unmatched energy of the Korean film industry,” stated Jongmin Jung, CEO of CJ CGV.

About The Film Expo Group
The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia (Seoul), CineEurope (Barcelona), and CineLATAM (Miami).