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Illustar Fes 8 Stage event to be held in Busan Aug. 9-10
Haps Magazine Korea
August 5, 2025
(Image: BEXCO / Photo courtesy of Haps Magazine Korea)
Illustar Fes 8, a celebration of illustration, cosplay, and music culture, will take place over two days this weekend at BEXCO with a full lineup of stage events for fans to enjoy.
Visitors can look forward to interactive cosplay performances, themed concerts, and DJ showcases, making for an exciting weekend of creativity and entertainment.
August 9 (Saturday)
Illustar Song Contest (11:30–12:20) – Audience participation singing event.
Cosplay Stage Performance (12:30–12:55) – Skits and themed acts from titles like Uma Musume, Pikmin 4, Blue Period, Project Sekai, and more.
Random Play Dance (13:00–13:50) – Join in a fun K-pop random play dance session.
Idol Collection Live (14:00–15:10) – Nostalgic idol concert featuring MyoU and 히요코.
KIMCHIKURA DJ Event (15:30–17:30) – DJ sets by Mé, Unmei, Himin, and VJ visuals from Himin and VoidMain.
August 10 (Sunday)
Illustar Song Contest (11:00–11:50) – Audience participation singing event.
Cosplay Stage Performance (12:00–12:25) – Acts from K-Pop Demon Hunters, Chainsaw Man, Blue Period, Project Sekai, and more.
Harumuko Mini Live (12:40–13:20) – Indie idol concert with 케이키, 미카, 레이나.
Idol Collection Live (13:30–14:40) – Featuring 히요코 and 네로.
KIMCHIKURA DJ Event (15:00–17:00) – DJ sets by Mé, Unmei, Himin, with VJ visuals by Himin and VoidMain.
The event promises a vibrant mix of performance, music, and fan interaction, creating a must-visit destination for illustration and pop culture enthusiasts.