Check out what’s going on around the city this weekend in Busan.

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Music

Shin In-ryu @ SangSang Madang Live Hall — Enjoy a concert from the talented Shin In-ryu. SangSang Madang Live Hall, Saturday

Starry Sea Busan Night Music Campnic @ Dadaepo Beach — The third concert in the weekend series. Dadaepo Beach, Saturday and Sunday, 5 p.m.

Jongmyo Jeryeak @ Busan Cultural Center — A concert by the Royal Ancestral Shrine Ritual Music and Dance of Korea. Busan Cultural Center, Daeyeon-dong, Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Live on Busan @ BEXCO Auditorium — A live performance from Park Chang-geun is the latest in this series. Nurimaru, Marine City, Saturday, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday Performance of Korean Traditional Music & Dance @ Busan National Gugak Center — The Busan National Gugak Center presents its weekly Saturday afternoon concert. Busan National Gugak Center, Busanjin-gu, Saturday, 3 p.m.

Live Music @ Ol’55 — Open stage events take place every Friday and Saturday night. Ol’55, KSU, Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.

Other stuff

Events

Car Free Streets @ Gwangalli Beach — A number of free events, including live music, dances, marionettes, performances, an art market, photo zone, chalk art zone, and participatory events will be held along this open stretch of road until the end of August. Gwangalli Beach, Saturday and Sunday, 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Yongdusan Summer Festival @ Yongdusan Park — Transforming the area in front of Yongdusan Media Park Busan Tower into a beach-themed oasis with sand and palm trees, this summer festival promises a vibrant mix of entertainment and culinary experiences. Yongdusan Park, Through September 22

Busan International Photo Festival @ Storage at Pier 1 of Busan Port — The eighth edition of the festival aims to offer you a fresh perspective and a touch of emotion. Storage at Pier 1 of Busan Port, Through September 22

Busan International Comedy Festival @ Busan Cinema Center — The 12th edition of the comedy festival brings laughs to all ages. Busan Cinema Center, Centum City, Friday through September 1

ASEAN Film Festival @ Busan Cinema Center — Enjoy free screenings of 10 films from across Southeast Asia. Busan Cinema Center, Centum City, Through Sunday

MAD Stars @ BEXCO — Korea’s largest advertising festival returns for another year. BEXCO, Centum City, Wednesday through Friday

BWC Wedding Festival @ BEXCO — All your wedding needs in one place. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday through Sunday

Busan Book Content Fair @ BEXCO — A convergence exhibition that connects existing industries and new trends, such as domestic and foreign publishing industries and content. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday and Saturday

Yurari Ganbek Festival @ Yurari Square — Flea markets, food, and beer come together. Yurari Square, Jung-gu, Friday and Saturday

Ha Ha Hole @ Ovantgarde — The monthly comedy night show returns. Ovantgarde, KSU, Friday, 9:30 p.m.

Blooming Water Festival @ Let’s Run Park Busan Gyeongnam — This outdoor water festival offers something for everyone, featuring seven water slides, including a 25-meter air slide and a tube pool perfect for swimming. Let’s Run Park Busan Gyeongnam, Through August 25

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.

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show @ Gwangalli Beach — This week’s drone show sees its regular schedule. Gwangalli Beach, Saturday, 8 p.m. and 10 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

Arte Museum Busan — The exhibition features 19 works themed ‘CIRCLE’, highlighting the natural and cultural elements of Busan. Arte Museum Busan, Yeongdo-gu, Ongoing

1674 A Complete World Map – Mysterious World Tour @ Busan Museum — This themed exhibition was planned to inform people of the historical value and importance of the Gonyujeondo. Busan Museum, Nam-gu, Through September 8

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

Ahn Chang-hong. Drawing, Old Future @ Jung-gu Cultural Center — This exhibition spans his works from different eras, highlighting his social criticism and recent installations from the Ghost Fashion series. Jung-gu Cultural Center, Through October 11

Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen Worlds in Busan @ Busan Museum of Movies — The free exhibition “Design of Scenes” at the Busan Film Experience Museum showcases the work processes of three renowned Korean art directors. Busan Museum of Movies, Through September 22

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

Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen Worlds in Busan @ Busan Museum of Movies — Experience the project designs of art directors during the making process of a movie. Busan Museum of Movies, Jung-gu, Through September 22

Sports

Gimpo vs. Busan IPark @ Gadeok Stadium — The IPark look to continue their improved play on the pitch. Gaedok Stadium, Saturday, 7:30 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.

Fleet Chinhae

USAG Daegu