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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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