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

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

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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.

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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.

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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

July

2 hrs from Busan

2026 Daegu Chimac Festival

1 - 5 Jul 2026

free admission

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

August

Dadaepo Beach

2026 Busan Sea Festival

7 - 16 Aug 2026

free admission

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

August

Busan Port Pier 1

WATERBOMB Festival 2026 (Busan)

8 Aug 2026

admission fee applies

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)

October

Samnak Eco Park, Sasang-gu

Busan International Rock Festival

2 - 4 Oct 2026

admission fee applies

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

6 - 15 Oct 2026

vary according to events

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

November

2 hrs from Busan

Pohang International Fireworks Festival 2026

20 - 22 Nov 2026

free admission

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

November

Gwangalli Beach

21st Busan Fireworks Festival

7 Nov 2026

free (fee applicable for reserved seat)

Busan Fireworks Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Busan that takes place every autumn along Gwangalli Beach. You can also enjoy the fireworks from Dongbaekseom Island, Igidae Coastal Park and Hwangnyeongsan Mountain.

21st Busan Fireworks Festival

October to February

Seomyeon

2026 Seomyeon Light Festival

2026-2027: TBA

free admission

(ref: 13 Oct - 14 Feb 2026, 18:00 - 23:00)

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

2026 Seomyeon Light Festival

November to February

Millak Waterside Park near Gwangalli Beach

The 3rd Millak Luce Festa

2026-2027: TBA

free admission

(ref: 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026, 18:00 - 23:30)

Suyeong-gu's first light festival is set to take place at Millak Waterside Park, 15 mins walk from Gwangalli Beach. 450m stretch of the park will come alive with dazzling lights, media art installations and engaging activities by the sea.

The 3rd Millak Luce Festa

November December January

Haeundae Beach

12th Haeundae Light Festival

2026-2027: TBA

free admission

(ref: 29 Nov 2025 - 18 Jan 2026, 18:00 - 23:00)

Haeundae Lights Festival is Haeundae's representative winter festival! Lights and media arts illuminate Haeundae Beach to Gunam-ro main road beautifully with various light sculpture photo zones and fun hands-on experience programs.

12th Haeundae Light Festival

December to February

Jung-gu, Nampodong

Gwangbok-ro Winter Light Tree Festival

2026-2027: TBA

free admission

(ref: 5 Dec 2025 - 22 Feb 2026, 17:30 - 22:00)

The winter light festival (formerly Busan Christmas Tree Cultural Festival) is held annually in Nampo. The shopping streets of Gwangbok-ro and Gwangbokjungang-ro are decorated with Christmas trees and colourful lights, bringing joy to all.

Gwangbok-ro Winter Light Tree 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★

✚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 Day Tour (Yangdong Village)

Gyeongju UNESCO Day Tour (Yangdong Village)

4.9★

✚Bulguksa Temple, Daereungwon, Hwangnidan-gil, Woljeong Bridge, Wolji Pond

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

Museum of Movies Ticket

Museum of Movies Ticket

â‚©14,000

explore the World of Cinema

Busan Luxury Head Spa & Massage with AI Scalp Diagnosis

Busan Luxury Head Spa & Massage with AI Scalp Diagnosis

â‚©87,500

Jeonpo Station (Line 2, Exit 7), 4 mins walk. Jeonpo Cafe Street in Seomyeon

MUSEUM 1 Again, Ubermensch Ticket

MUSEUM 1 Again, Ubermensch Ticket

â‚©14,400

world of art, light & emotion

Y Holic Yacht Cruise Experience

Y Holic Yacht Cruise Experience

â‚©25,000

50 mins join-in or private group. refreshments & printed photo

Werner Bronkhorst: The World's a Canvas Exhibition Ticket in Busan

Werner Bronkhorst: The World's a Canvas Exhibition Ticket in Busan

â‚©18,000

breathtaking works of art

Busan Ulsan Dolphin & Whale Watching Day Tour

Busan Ulsan Dolphin & Whale Watching Day Tour

â‚©72,000

Busan Ulsan Dolphin & Whale Watching Day Tour

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