Travel
What’s on in Busan: Sept. 23-29
haps magazine korea
September 22, 2024
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EVENTS HAPPENING
MUSIC
Saturday Performance of Korean Traditional Music & Dance @ Busan National Gugak Center — The Busan National Gugak Center presents its Saturday afternoon concerts. Busan National Gugak Center, Busanjin-gu, Saturday, 3 p.m.
Matinee Concert III W.A Mozart @ Busan Cultural Center — Enjoy a Friday morning concert featuring music from Mozart. Busan Cultural Center, Daeyeon-dong, Friday, 11 a.m.
IBK Concert @ BEXCO Auditorium — Enjoy a concert by Sumi Jo and Danny Koo. BEXCO Auditorium, Centum City, Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Film Movie Concert @ Busan Cinema Center — The second concert in the series directed by Hur Jin-ho. Busan Cinema Center, Centum City, Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Open Mic @ Basement — Head on out to hear some live local talent in PNU. Basement, PNU, Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Open Mic @ Ol’55 — Open mic returns to Ol’55 each Wednesday evening. Ol’55, KSU, Wednesday. 7 p.m.
OTHER STUFF
2024 Starry Sea Busan Night Market @ Hwamyeong Ecological Park — First introduced last year, the night market quickly became a beloved event, leading to its return with an even richer lineup of activities. Hwamyeong Ecological Park, Saturday and Sunday
Marine Healing Program @ Citywide — Designed to promote both physical and mental well-being, the program has been a popular offering since its inception in 2021, reflecting the growing interest in healing tourism. Weekends through October 27
LED Kayaking @ Busan North Port — Participants will paddle kayaks illuminated with LED lights, offering a unique nighttime experience against the backdrop of the city’s skyline. Busan North Port, 6:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday
2024 Haeundae Youth Week Festival @ Gunam-ro — There are a variety of exciting programs prepared for this year’s Youth Week. Gunam-ro, Haeundae, Through Friday
World Ocean Forum @ BEXCO — Experts from around the world converge at BEXCO to discuss this year’s theme: “Ocean Intelligence with AI”. BEXCO, Centum City, Tuesday through Thursday
International Travel Fair @ BEXCO — Start planning your next overseas trip at the annual travel fair. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday through Sunday
2024 Excellent Catering and Restaurant Industry Exhibition @ BEXCO — SThe ‘Excellent Catering and Restaurant Industry Exhibition’ is the only group catering and restaurant industry exhibition in Korea where you can see the rapidly changing catering industry and restaurant trends. BEXCO, Centum City, Thursday through Saturday
Busan Start-up Fair @ BEXCO — The latest in start-up information will be on-hand. BEXCO, Centum City, Thursday through Saturday
Interior Design Korea Busan @ BEXCO — A festival-style exhibition where consumers can enjoy interior design more closely with plans that reflect consumer needs and abundant products that present trends in the living field. BEXCO, Centum City, Thursday through Sunday
Busan Korea Build @ BEXCO — The first and largest architectural and interior design exhibition in the Yeongnam region, it showcases excellent domestic and international architectural materials and facilities, construction technology, and interior design trends. BEXCO, Centum City, Thursday through Sunday
W Wedding Fair @ BEXCO — Check out everything for your upcoming nuptials. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday through Sunday
Doraemon in Busan @ P.ARK — Enjoy a special Doraemon exhibition with three fun zones to check out. P.ARK, Yeongdo, Through November 3
Digital Media Wall @ Busan City Hall — The City Hall media wall will feature a captivating display of media art throughout September. Busan City Hall, Busanjin-gu, Through September 30
Now Our Diary I Will Use It @ Jeonggwan Museum — A special exhibition showcasing 10 years of collected records and archival data to highlight the museum’s value, with additional programs including commentary, experiential learning, and more. Jeonggwan Museum, Through December 31
Busan Biennale @ Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum, HANSUNG1918, and Choryang House — The 2024 Busan Biennale will showcase the works of 78 artists from 62 teams representing 36 countries, under the theme “Seeing in the Dark.” Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum, HANSUNG1918, and Choryang House, Through October 20
Arte Museum Busan — The exhibition features 19 works themed ‘CIRCLE’, highlighting the natural and cultural elements of Busan. Arte Museum Busan, Yeongdo-gu, Ongoing
Busan, When I Miss the Salty Smell @ Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum — The exhibition will showcase 60 new relics, including decontamination equipment, folklore materials, and videos. Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum, Buk-gu, Through April 13, 2025
Monet to Andy Warhol @ Busan Cultural Center — Featuring 143 works from the Johannesburg Art Gallery and the National Gallery of South Africa, this is Busan’s first major masterpiece exhibition since 2011. Busan Cultural Center, Daeyeon-dong, Through October 27
Yummy Yummy Busan @ Busan Marine Natural History Museum — The Busan Marine Natural History Museum will hold the “Golden Brown Busan” exhibition from June 25 to December 1, showcasing mackerel’s cultural and historical significance. Busan Marine Natural History Museum, Through December 1
Gwangalli M Drone Light Show @ Gwangalli Beach — This week’s drone show returns to its regular schedule. Gwangalli Beach, Saturday, 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams Music Show @ Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dreams — The fountain show is back for another year of excitement. Daily except for Monday, Dadaepo, 8 p.m.
Trivia @ HQ — The weekly trivia night returns to Thursday nights. HQ Bar, Gwangalli, 9 p.m.
Gorilla Running Club @ Gorilla Beach — Runners depart together from Gorilla’s new Haeundae location towards Gwangalli. Gorilla Beach, Haeundae, Monday