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4 family-friendly shows to enjoy during Busan’s Golden Week
Haps Magazine Korea
May 4, 2025
(Photo by Busan International Theater Festival. Courtesy of Haps Magazine Korea.)
Busan is bursting with family-friendly performances this May holiday season, offering magic, movies, and puppetry for all ages.
Outdoor Movie Night: Love of Hatchuping (May 6, Busan Film Archive) Kick off the outdoor film season with this animated adventure perfect for children, featuring free snacks and drinks.
Weekly Outdoor Screenings (Tuesdays, May–August, Busan Film Archive) Enjoy a rotating selection of acclaimed films like Green Book, Love Letter, and Begin Again under the stars, every Tuesday at 8 p.m.
Puppet Show: Grandpa Morris’s Sick Day (May 5–7, Baekyang Cultural Center) This gentle story from Israel’s Train Theater follows animals who care for their beloved zookeeper—ideal for young children.
Puppet Show: Tailor Maid (May 11–13, Baekyang Cultural Center) A magical blend of puppetry, fabric, and music tells the story of a tailor’s race against time, with bilingual narration.
All events are ticketed or free with a reservation. Check official websites or platforms like Yes24 for details.