KOREA
Global Gathering

(Global Gathering)

The festival where you can see world cultures coming together in one place is coming back to Busan this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Global Gathering is one of the most popular world culture festivals in the city and has taken place since 2006.

There’s plenty to do and see at the festival, including sampling food from many countries, watching cultural performances, and experiencing a lot of the city’s groups and organizations all in one place.

The 20th edition will once again take place once again at the Busan Cinema Center in Centum City.

It is a great chance to meet foreigners from around the city for a fun-filled afternoon of music, food, and laughter and it’s a great place to meet new friends, promote or learn about new businesses, and network.

The event attracts more than 10,000 people and 56 organizations from 35 countries including the international communities in Busan.

It’s a great day for the whole family as there are many activities for people of all ages.

Event Details

20th Busan Global Gathering

Date & Time: May 24, 2025, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Venue: Busan Cinema Center (Metro Line 2 Centum City Exit 6)

Program: Opening Ceremony; performances organized by overseas sister cities; world culture parade; cultural promotion; and food experience.

Fee: Free of Charge

Participating Organizations: Foreign embassies in Korea, foreign residents’ communities, domestic and overseas organizations

Main Stage Schedule

(City of Busan)

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