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What’s on in Busan This Weekend: Jan. 30 - Feb. 1
Haps Magazine Korea
January 29, 2026
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Check out what’s going on around the city this weekend in Busan.
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VIENNA NEW YEAR WEEK – Philharmonic Ensemble @ Busan Concert Hall — Made up of 13 musicians spanning strings, winds, and percussion, the ensemble draws directly from the sound world of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the resident orchestra of the Vienna State Opera. Busan Concert Hall, Busanjin-gu, Saturday, 5 p.m.
Lee Chan-won @ BEXCO — Lee Chan-won’s “Hymn: A Brilliant Day” concert tour comes to BEXCO. BEXCO, Centum City, Saturday and Sunday
Busan Jazz Port @ Space Wonji — Designed as an easy weekend outing for both locals and visitors, Busan Jazz Port highlights the city’s long connection to the sea while bringing warm, intimate live music into the heart of Yeongdo. Space Wonji, Yeongdo-gu, Saturday, 6 p.m. Through March 28
Live Music @ Ol’55 — Open stage events take place every Friday and Saturday night. Ol’55, KSU, Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.
Events
Busan Furniture Show @ BEXCO — Check out the lastest trends for in furniture for your home. BEXCO, Centum City, Thursday through Sunday
Frederick Wiseman: A Complete Retrospective @ Busan Cinema Center — Enjoy a retrospective of films from one of America’s best directors. Busan Cinema Center, Centum City, Through February 4
Gwangbok Winter Tree Festival @ Nampodong — The popular winter festival lights up Nampodong for the holiday season. Nampodong, Through February 22
Oncheoncheon Light Festival @ Dongnae Station — The 45-day festival promises dazzling light sculptures, delicious food, and festive activities for all ages. Dongnae Station, Through February 1
Domoheon Winter Illumination @ Domoheon — Enjoy a radiant lawn garden and Christmas trees inside the main building. Domoheon, Suyeong-gu, Through late February
A Romantic Light Journey through the Park @ Busan Citizens Park — The popular park lights up nightly, with a 12-meter Eiffel Tower as the highlight. Busan Citizens Park, Busanjin-gu, Through June
Millak Luce Festa @ Millak Waterside Park — The 2nd annual light festival brings festive spirit to Millak-dong. Millak Waterside Park, Suyeong-gu, Through January 31
Green Barley, Becoming the Sea @ Millak Beach Park — The popular end-of-year flower arrangement let’s you walk amongst the manmade barley field. Millak Beach Park, Suyeong-gu, Through May 17
2025 Seo-gu Light of Hope @ Songdo Beach, Gudeok Stadium, Chungmu Intersection — Running from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily, the streets of Seo-gu are transformed into an array of light sculptures. Songdo Beach, Gudeok Stadium, Chungmu Intersection, Seo-gu, Through March 14
Seomyeon Light Festival @ Around Seomyeon 1st Street — Eight events spread over a few weeks brings the downtown area alive. Around Seomyeon 1st Street, Busanjin-gu, Through February 14
Gwangalli M Drone Light Show @ Gwangalli Beach — This week’s drone show returns to its regular schedule. Gwangalli Beach, Saturday, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
International Meet-up @ Cafe With — Join a new language exchange and culture program each Friday night. Cafe With, Kyungsung University, Friday, 7 p.m.
Culture
Busan’s Treasure Island, Yeongdo @ Busan Museum of Modern and Contemporary History — The exhibition sheds light on the history, culture, and people of Yeongdo—an island that encapsulates the dramatic twists and turns of Busan’s modern and contemporary history. Busan Museum of Modern and Contemporary History, Through March 2
Arte Museum Busan — The exhibition features 19 works themed ‘CIRCLE’, highlighting the natural and cultural elements of Busan. Arte Museum Busan, Yeongdo-gu, Ongoing
Sports
Samsung vs. LG @ Sajik Gymnasium — A now healthy KCC takes on Samsung. Sajik Gymnasium, Sajik-dong, Saturday, 2 p.m.
Please note that some events may be postponed or canceled around the city. While we do strive for accuracy, some events may change their operating times and days.