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title: "2026 KBO Semi-Playoffs: KIA vs LG Schedule and Tickets"
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# 2026 KBO Semi-Playoffs: KIA vs LG Schedule and Tickets

> The 2026 KIA vs LG semi-playoff series begins on October 17 (South Korea) in Gwangju. Check the schedule for each game, the NOL Ticket booking process, and the requirements for buying tickets at the venue.

## Key Points

- Check the KBO game schedule for the date and venue of the game you plan to attend.
- Select the postseason from the Sports menu on NOL Ticket.
- Check seat prices and purchase conditions, then book up to four tickets per person.
- Check how to display your ticket, and if you are eligible to buy at the venue, prepare supporting documents.
- Before heading out, check KBO's notices about schedule changes and your booking details again.

The KBO semi-playoff schedule begins with a game in Gwangju on October 17, 2026. Book tickets for KIA vs. LG through NOL Ticket. You can book **up to 4 tickets** per person.

The schedule and booking rules follow KBO notices dated October 7 and 14, 2026.

## Schedule and Venues by Game

Games 1, 2, and 5 are scheduled in Gwangju, while Games 3 and 4 are scheduled in Jamsil. All times are Korea Standard Time. Games 4 and 5 may not be played, depending on earlier results.

| Game | Date | Start time | Venue | Home team |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Game 1 | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 14:00 | Gwangju-KIA Champions Field | KIA Tigers |
| Game 2 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 14:00 | Gwangju-KIA Champions Field | KIA Tigers |
| Game 3 | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 18:30 | Jamsil Baseball Stadium | LG Twins |
| Game 4 | Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 18:30 | Jamsil Baseball Stadium | LG Twins |
| Game 5 | Friday, October 23, 2026 | 18:30 | Gwangju-KIA Champions Field | KIA Tigers |

The dates and times were checked against the [official KBO schedule](https://eng.koreabaseball.com/Schedule/DailySchedule.aspx). When booking, check the game number and venue too. Ticket sales for the Gwangju and Jamsil games also begin on different dates.

## How to Book KIA vs. LG Semi-Playoff Tickets

NOL Ticket is the sole seller designated by KBO. Select the game you want to attend on its website or app. Check seat prices on that game's sales page. (Verified 2026 Gwangju semi-playoff prices by seat: Skybox 130,000 won, Champion Seats 110,000 won, Central Table Seats 95,000 won, Fourth-Floor Party Seats 75,000 won, Fifth-Floor Table Seats 65,000 won, Surprise Seats 60,000 won · source nol.yanolja.com · checked 2026-10-16)

1. On NOL Ticket, go to Sports > Postseason.
2. Check the game you want to attend and when booking opens.
3. Check seat prices and fees, and have your payment method ready.
4. Select your seats and the number of tickets, then pay.
5. Check the game date and tickets in your booking details.

| Game | Booking opens according to the KBO notice |
| --- | --- |
| Game 1 | October 15, 2026, 14:00 |
| Game 2 | October 15, 2026, 15:00 |
| Game 3 | October 16, 2026, 14:00 |
| Game 4 | October 16, 2026, 15:00 |
| Game 5 | October 15, 2026, 16:00 |

This table follows the attachment to the [KBO ticket booking notice](https://www.koreabaseball.com/MediaNews/Notice/View.aspx?bdSe=12197). Booking opening times are not closing times. Check the sales page to see whether tickets are currently available.

## Website, App, and Phone Booking Compared

For standard online booking, use the website or app. Phone booking has separate eligibility requirements. The fees below are charged in addition to the ticket price.

| Channel | Eligibility | Booking fee per ticket |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NOL Ticket website | Online booking for the game | 1,000 won |
| NOL Ticket app | Mobile booking for the game | 1,000 won |
| Customer service at 1544-1555 | Older adults and people with disabilities who cannot book online | 3,000 won |

Online booking closes one hour after the game starts. Standard cancellations close five hours before the game starts. The notice says payment is available by credit card only. Check the [NOL Ticket postseason information](https://nol.yanolja.com/ticket/genre/sports/postseason) for details.

## On-Site Sales of Canceled Tickets and Separate Purchase Eligibility

On-site sales of canceled tickets are separate from on-site purchases for spectators who have difficulty booking online. If no tickets have been canceled, general on-site purchases may not be possible. The KBO notice describes sales of canceled tickets as follows:

> If canceled tickets are available, they are scheduled to go on sale at the venue starting two hours before the game on the day of the game.

The quoted document is KBO's “2026 Shinhan SOL KBO Semi-Playoff Ticket Booking” notice.

| Category | Eligibility and conditions | What to prepare or check |
| --- | --- | --- |
| On-site sales of canceled tickets | Sales begin two hours before the game if canceled tickets are available | Check remaining seats and whether sales will take place |
| Separate on-site purchases for older adults | Age 65 or older according to the notice, one ticket per person | Confirm the applicable age rule and required proof |
| Separate on-site purchases for people with disabilities | Holders of a disability registration certificate or welfare card, one ticket per person | The relevant document |
| Separate on-site purchases for foreign nationals | Passport holders, one ticket per person | Passport |

### When the Age and Birth Date Rules for Older Adults Differ

The age and birth date rules in the KBO notice do not match. The notice says age 65 or older. In parentheses, it specifies people born before January 1, 1962. Ask customer service which rule applies before visiting.

## Series Overview and What to Watch

This semi-playoff is a **best-of-five series**. The first team to win three games advances to the playoffs. The teams' accumulated wins, rather than the number of games played, determine whether the next game takes place.

| Results of earlier games | Whether later games take place |
| --- | --- |
| One team has three wins after Game 3 | Games 4 and 5 are not played |
| Neither team has reached three wins after Game 3 | Game 4 is needed |
| One team has three wins after Game 4 | Game 5 is not played |
| Both teams have two wins after Game 4, with no ties | Game 5 is needed |

As you follow the series, watch its move from Gwangju to Jamsil. LG becomes the home team starting with Game 3. If Game 5 is needed, it will be played at KIA's home stadium again.

## Ticket Handling for Rain Postponements and Early Series Endings

Rain postponements and an early end to the series are handled differently for ticket purposes. If rain prevents a game from being played, it is generally postponed until the next day. Games unaffected by the change proceed as scheduled.

| Situation | Game or booking handling |
| --- | --- |
| Game date changes because of rain | Attend on the new date or choose to cancel the entire booking |
| Cancellation on the day a rain postponement is announced | Cancellation fee waived for web and mobile cancellations until midnight that day |
| Remaining games are not played because the series winner has been decided | All bookings for those games are canceled |
| Game is temporarily stopped after it starts | Suspended-game rules apply; check the separate attendance guidance |

KBO will not apply no-game rulings or rain-shortened game rules this postseason. A suspended game resumes from where it stopped. The rules for conducting games are set out in the [KBO postseason opening notice](https://www.koreabaseball.com/MediaNews/Notice/View.aspx?bdSe=12183).

If you are planning a trip, keep track of both the game you booked and the date it will actually be played. If the game date changes, check your transportation booking date again. Before leaving, compare KBO notices with your NOL Ticket booking details.

## Attending in Person or Watching a Broadcast

If you are not going to the stadium, check the broadcast schedule for each game. The TV column for the semi-playoffs was blank on the official KBO schedule checked for this article. Do not assume the broadcast channels will be the same as during the regular season.

| How to watch | Where to check | What to check |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Visit the stadium | NOL Ticket booking details | Game date, venue, and how to display your ticket |
| Watch a broadcast | KBO game schedule and broadcasters' schedules | Channel and broadcast start time for each game |

Open standard mobile tickets in the app for entry. Screenshots cannot be used as tickets. For seats that specify a separate ticket collection method, follow those instructions.

## FAQ

### When and where will the first semi-playoff game be held?
It is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 14:00 at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field.

### Which games will be held in Jamsil?
Game 3 is on October 20, 2026, and Game 4 is on October 21. Both are scheduled for 18:30. Game 4 may not be played, depending on the earlier results.

### Will the semi-playoffs necessarily have five games?
The series ends when a team wins three games. Games 4 and 5 may therefore not be played.

### How many tickets can one person book?
The booking limit announced by KBO is a maximum of four tickets per person.

### Can I book tickets by phone?
The customer service number is 1544-1555. NOL Ticket limits phone bookings to seniors and people with disabilities who cannot book online.

### If tickets are sold out, can I buy them at the stadium box office?
General sales at the stadium are available if canceled tickets become available. Check separately for the purchase requirements for seniors, people with disabilities, and foreign nationals.

### For seniors buying tickets at the stadium, is the year of birth all that matters?
The age 65 criterion and the date of birth listed in the KBO notice do not match. Check with customer service to confirm which criterion applies.

### If a game is postponed because of rain, will the dates of all subsequent games change?
Games whose original schedules are unaffected will go ahead as planned. Check KBO announcements for the revised schedule for each game.

### Where can I check the broadcast channels for the semi-playoffs?
Check the TV section of the KBO game schedule and the broadcasters' schedules. The official schedule I checked did not list the broadcast channel for the game in question.

## Sources

- [KBO, 2026 Shinhan SOL KBO Semi-Playoff Ticket Reservations, October 14, 2026](https://www.koreabaseball.com/MediaNews/Notice/View.aspx?bdSe=12197)
- [Table attached to the KBO ticket reservation notice, with semi-playoff reservation times](https://directsend.co.kr/index.php/mail_report_api/image_down/VTcxNDYwOA/18896)
- [KBO, 2026 Shinhan SOL KBO Postseason Opens October 14, October 7, 2026](https://www.koreabaseball.com/MediaNews/Notice/View.aspx?bdSe=12183)
- [KBO Official Daily Schedule, October 2026 Game Schedule](https://eng.koreabaseball.com/Schedule/DailySchedule.aspx)
- [NOL Ticket, 2026 KBO Postseason Semi-Playoff Ticket Reservations and Attendance Guide](https://nol.yanolja.com/ticket/genre/sports/postseason)

## Images

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