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TOP 20 Festivals & Events in Busan, Korea (2026)

Busan is the second most visited city, after Seoul in South Korea.

With the latest hot attractions (e.g. Haeundae Sky Capsule, Lotte World Adventure Busan, Skyline Luge Busan) and together with its fabulous local food, great shopping outlets/malls, nature scenic walking trails and ease of public transport to places, many travellers are visiting or revisiting Busan.

Blessed with beautiful coastline, Busan hosted several biggest and famous festivals in different seasons across the year. So, check out the best festivals in Busan for your visit.

All Year Round

Gwangalli Beach

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show

Every Saturday, 20:00, 22:00 (Mar - Sep), 19:00, 21:00 (Oct - Feb), 10 mins

free admission

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show is the first permanent drone light show held in Korea. With a different theme every week, hundreds of drones put up spectacular performances to the delights of visitors.

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show

March

Samnak Eco Park, Sasang-gu

2026 Samnak Cherry Blossom Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 28 - 30 Mar 2025)

Every spring, over 3,000 cherry trees are in full bloom along Nakdonggang Riverside at Samnak Eco Park, forming a 12km long flower tunnel. Nakdonggang Riverside Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the best cherry blossom attractions in Busan.

 2026 Samnak Cherry Blossom Festival

April May

Songsanghyeon Square & Busan Citizens Park

Busan Lotus Lantern Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 18 Apr - 6 May 2025)

The Lotus Lantern Festival is a representative Buddhist cultural festival to celebrate Buddha's Birthday. Colorful lotus lanterns with vibrant patterns illuminate beautifully on nightfall during the festival period

Busan Lotus Lantern Festival

May June

Haeundae Beach

2026 Haeundae Sand Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 16 - 19 May 2025, Sand sculpture exhibition on display till 8 Jun 2025)

The popular Haeundae Sand Festival is organised annually every summer since 2005. Visitors can enjoy magnificent sand sculptures made by world-renowned artists on the beautiful beach of Haeundae with blue ocean background.

2026 Haeundae Sand Festival

June

Busan

2026 Busan One Asia Festival (BOF)

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 11 - 14 Jun 2025)

Catch the best K-Pop artists perform their greatest hits on stage at Busan One Asia Festival. 2025 BOF BIG & BAND CONCERT lineup includes NCT WISH, ATEEZ, Hearts2Hearts, LUCY, QWER, DRAGON PONY, SUPER JUNIOR, etc.

2026 Busan One Asia Festival (BOF)

June

2 hrs from Busan

Pohang International Fireworks Festival 2026

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 20 - 22 Jun 2025)

Pohang International Fire & Light Festival is one of the Top 3 firework festivals in Korea. Festival programs include the international fireworks show, light drone show, international fireworks contest, street parade, local market, etc.

Pohang International Fireworks Festival 2026

July

2 hrs from Busan

2026 Daegu Chimac Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 2 - 6 Jul 2025)

Get to this exciting annual chicken and beer event held at Duryu Park (DAEGU) from Busan with the country's best artists of the year performing live throughout the day.

2026 Daegu Chimac Festival

July

Busan Port Pier 1

WATERBOMB Festival 2026 (Busan)

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 26 Jul 2025)

Enjoy the biggest water music festival, WATERBOMB in Korea with dazzling K-POP performances, dynamic water gun fighting, exciting water bombs & powerful water cannons, vibrant photo zone and food zone.

WATERBOMB Festival 2026 (Busan)

August

Dadaepo Beach

2026 Busan Sea Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 1 - 3 Aug 2025)

The annual Busan Sea Festival is held at Dadaepo Beach in Busan with a series of concerts, Night Pool Party (by renowned Korean hip-hop musicians), fireworks, street performances, sunset surfing, beach yoga, Zumba & Dance, beach pubs, etc.

2026 Busan Sea Festival

September

Samnak Eco Park, Sasang-gu

Busan International Rock Festival

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 26 - 28 Sep 2025)

Busan International Rock Festival is Korea's longest running rock music festival. The outdoor music festival takes place at Samnak Ecological Park annually. It features the best and up-coming artists in Korea and around the world.

Busan International Rock Festival

October

Centum City & BIFF Square

30th Busan International Film Festival

2026: TBA

vary according to events

(ref: 17 - 26 Oct 2025)

The Busan International Film Festival has grown from Korea's first international film festival to Asia's largest Film Festival. Visitors can enjoy screenings of international films, Red Carpet Event to catch your favourite artists, etc.

30th Busan International Film Festival

October to February

Seomyeon

2025 Seomyeon Light Festival

13 Oct - 14 Feb 2026

free admission

18:00 - 23:00

Enjoy light sculptures, photo zones and cultural events at Seomyeon 1st Street during Seomyeon Light Festival.

2025 Seomyeon Light Festival
KoreaToDo TOP PICKS - Tours, Activities & Discount Tickets

➥ Handpicked experiences by KoreaToDo for their uniqueness, value, popularity, price competitiveness and at times, tedious to reach by public transport.

Skyline Luge Busan Ticket

Skyline Luge Busan Ticket

4.9★

✚panoramic view sky rides

Busan Day Tour: Haeundae Sky Capsule

Busan Day Tour: Haeundae Sky Capsule

4.9★

✚Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Cheongsapo, Huinnyeoul & Gamcheon Culture Villages

Haeundae Busan X the Sky Observatory (98-100F)

Haeundae Busan X the Sky Observatory (98-100F)

4.7★

largest observatory in Korea!

Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Day Trip

Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Day Trip

4.9★

Bulguksa Temple, Yangdong Village, Daereungwon, Wolji Pond, Woljeong Bridge

Spa Land Centum City Ticket

Spa Land Centum City Ticket

4.7★

top-notch service & facilities

Oedo Botania Island & Windy Hill Day Tour

Oedo Botania Island & Windy Hill Day Tour

4.8★

✚Dojangpo Cruise Ship, Haegeumgang Lion Rock, Geunpo Cave & Maemi Castle

Busan Premium Yacht Tour (optional private tour)

Busan Premium Yacht Tour (optional private tour)

4.7★

polaroid photography, snacks & refreshment

​​Korea Rail Pass: KTX Bullet Train (BUSAN⇌SEOUL)

​​Korea Rail Pass: KTX Bullet Train (BUSAN⇌SEOUL)

4.8★

★tourist exclusive: 2, 3, 4 or 5 days / instant pass issuance / online seat reservation

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⛄SEASONAL HOT PICKS⛄ Handpicked Experiences in Busan

Gyeongju Kookmin Healing Park, Bulguksa Temple & Woljeong Bridge Day Tour

Gyeongju Kookmin Healing Park, Bulguksa Temple & Woljeong Bridge Day Tour

10 Dec - 1 Mar 2026

₩74,700

incl. Hwangnidan-Gil Shopping St

Cheongsong Ice Valley, Pohang Space Walk & Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha Market Day Tour

Cheongsong Ice Valley, Pohang Space Walk & Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha Market Day Tour

22 Dec - 27 Feb 2026

₩86,000

✚Yeongildae Beach & Bridge

Snow Season Ice Valley Cable Car & UNESCO Spot Discovery Tour

Snow Season Ice Valley Cable Car & UNESCO Spot Discovery Tour

1 Dec - 28 Feb 2026

₩132,000

✚Tongdosa Temple, Amethyst Cavern Park & Yeongnam Alps Valley

Gyeongju Kookmin Healing Park & Songhae Park Ice Wall/Biseulsan Forest Day Tour

Gyeongju Kookmin Healing Park & Songhae Park Ice Wall/Biseulsan Forest Day Tour

24 Dec - 27 Feb 2026

₩74,700

ice wall & winter trails

Cheongsong Ice Valley, Pohang Space Walk & Gyeongju Woljeong Bridge Day Tour

Cheongsong Ice Valley, Pohang Space Walk & Gyeongju Woljeong Bridge Day Tour

23 Dec - 12 Feb 2026

₩86,700

stunning ice wall & trails

Gyeongju UNESCO Legacy Day Tour (✚Gyeongju National Museum)

Gyeongju UNESCO Legacy Day Tour (✚Gyeongju National Museum)

Dec - Feb 2026

₩57,400

✚Ahopsan Forest, Bulguksa Temple, Gyochon Village, Woljeong Bridge

Biseulsan Ice Festival & Haeundae Sky Capsule Day Tour

Biseulsan Ice Festival & Haeundae Sky Capsule Day Tour

24 Dec - 28 Feb 2026

₩85,500

✚Huinnyeoul & Gamcheon Culture Villages

Gyeongju World Full-Day Snow Park Experience

Gyeongju World Full-Day Snow Park Experience

25 Dec - 28 Feb 2026

₩109,000

✚Hwangnidan-gil, Woljeong Bridge, Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond

Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Day Trip

Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Site Day Trip

Dec - Feb 2026

₩85,300

Bulguksa Temple, Yangdong Village, Wolji Pond, Daereungwon, Woljeong Bridge

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