2026 IU Goyang Concert Cancelled: Worsening Patulous Eustachian Tube Symptoms
The 2026 IU Solo Concert at Goyang Stadium, originally scheduled for September, has been officially cancelled due to the artist’s worsening patulous Eustachian tube symptoms.
IU’s solo concert at Goyang Stadium, planned for September 2026, has been officially cancelled. Her agency EDAM Entertainment announced this on July 20, 2026, and no rescheduled date has been set. Ticket sales had not opened, so there is no refund process to go through.
Why it was cancelled, and where things stand#
- Reason: A worsening of the artist’s long-standing patulous eustachian tube condition. Her medical team advised stopping activity, and that advice was accepted.
- Tickets: The cancellation came before sales opened, so nobody needs a refund.
- Also delayed: The sixth studio album, planned around the same window, has been pushed back by several months.
- Rescheduling: No replacement date or revised plan has been announced.
- CGV Concert Film Special Re-release: To comfort fans, IU’s 18th debut anniversary will be marked by nationwide CGV theatrical re-releases of her legendary concert films: IU CONCERT : The Golden Hour (Sept 9–15) and IU CONCERT : The Winning (Sept 16–22).
Note: If an official rescheduling or on-sale announcement is confirmed, it will be reflected here. EDAM Entertainment’s own channels carry the news first.
If you were coming to Goyang in September#
Other shows at the same stadium are listed by date at the top of this page.
If this would have been your first visit to Goyang Stadium, none of the travel, waiting, or getting-home advice changes with the artist.
- The venue in full: Goyang Stadium visitor guide
- Getting there: Seoul Station to Goyang Stadium · Incheon Airport to Goyang Stadium
- Before doors: where to wait · luggage storage
- Getting home: avoiding the post-concert crowd at Daehwa
Sources and Verification Date#
- Cancellation announcement: EDAM Entertainment official statement and subsequent press coverage
- Verification Date: August 20, 2026
FAQ
Why was the 2026 IU Goyang Concert cancelled?
The concert was cancelled due to the worsening symptoms of the artist’s chronic ear condition, patulous Eustachian tube dysfunction. Following expert medical advice that performing high-intensity, large-scale stadium shows would be too strenuous, IU and her agency, EDAM Entertainment, prioritized her recovery and made the decision to cancel the September event.
Will the cancelled concert be rescheduled, and when will tickets be sold?
There are currently no plans to reschedule the September Goyang concert or open ticket sales. IU will focus entirely on treatment and recovery. The release of her 6th regular album, which was planned in conjunction with the concert, has also been delayed by several months. Official updates will be shared by EDAM Entertainment once she recovers.
How long does it take from Seoul Station to Goyang Stadium by subway?
From Seoul Station, take Subway Line 4, transfer to Line 3 at Chungmuro Station, and travel to Daehwa Station. The entire trip takes about 60 minutes one-way, including walking time. From Daehwa Station Exit 3 to the stadium's East Gate is about a 10-minute walk (approx. 650m).
What is the last train back to Seoul after the concert?
On weekdays, the last direct trains to central Seoul (Chungmuro/Jongno area) depart Daehwa Station at 22:58 (terminating at Dogok) and 23:18 (terminating at Apgujeong, with no Line 4 transfer). On weekends and public holidays, the last train runs earlier. Given the massive crowds exiting, we advise leaving early or considering Red Bus 1000.
Transport and venue information was last verified on August 20, 2026. Please check official notices and opening hours before your visit.
This event was cancelled. The travel, waiting, and getting-home notes hold for any other show at the same venue.