Here is what’s going on around the city this week.

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.

2024 Trot Girls Japan @ KBS Hall — The 1st performance of the popular trot genre group. KBS Hall, Namcheon-dong, Sunday

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

World Competition Winner Series IV @ Busan Cultural Center — The fourth concert in the series features the Kim Yu-been Flute Recital. Busan Cultural Center, Daeyeon-dong, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Katsumi Tateishi Trio @ Donghae Cultural Center Grand Theater — The popular trio returns as part of their Korean tour. Donghae Cultural Center Grand Theater, Saturday, 8 p.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

Beaches Open For Summer Season — All seven beaches open for summer operations through August 31.

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, Through September 1

Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow Korea @ Adapter Theater – Enjoy the laughs of three stand-up comedians from Australia — Ivan Aristeguita, Claire Hooper, and Dave Thornton — as part of the Busan International Comedy Festival. Adapter Theater, Suyeong-gu, Wednesday through Friday, 8 p.m.

Consular Services in Korea @ Busan Global City Foundation, 13F National Pension Service Bldg. — The Embassy of Canada to Korea will be in Busan to offer notary services for Canadian citizens. Busan Global City Foundation, 13F National Pension Service Bldg., Thursday

Korea Open Busan International Dragonboat Festival @ Suyeonggang River APEC Naru Park — The 12th annual dragonboat festival returns. Suyeonggang River APEC Naru Park, Thursday through Monday

2024 Busan Night Walk @ APEC Naru Park — The Night Walk features three categories — 42km, 22km, and a 16km walk. APEC Naru Park, Haeundae-gu, Saturday and Sunday

37th International Geological Congress 2024 @ BEXCO — This year’s conference runs under the theme “The Great Travelers: Voyages to the Unifying Earth”. BEXCO, Centum City, Through Saturday

Busan Pet Expo @ BEXCO — All your pet’s needs in one place. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday through Sunday

Reptile Fair @ BEXCO — This exhibition features exotic animals and plants from all over the world gathered in one place. BEXCO, Centum City, Friday and Saturday

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

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

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

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

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

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