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

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Music

Maxim Mravica @ BEXCO Auditorium — Crossover pianist Maxim Mravica will visit Korea for the first time in Korea with his newly formed Elite Mega Band. BEXCO Auditorium, Centum City, Saturday, 5 p.m.

Joo Hyun-mi @ Busan Citizen’s Hall Grand Theater — Enjoy a night of trot music with the popular Korean singer. Busan Citizen’s Hall Grand Theater, Sunday

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

Busan International Film Festival @ Busan Cinema Center — The 29th edition of Asia’s largest film festival closes Friday. Busan Cinema Center, Centum City, Friday

Seomyeon Light Festival @ Seomyeon — Enjoy the 1.8-kilometer light show each evening until after the new year. Seomyeon, Through January 10, 2025

Gupu Naru Festival @ Hwamyeong Ecological Park –The festival aims to highlight the rich history and culture of the region while showcasing the natural beauty of the Nakdong River Ecological Park. Hwamyeong Ecological Park, Buk-gu, Friday through Sunday

Dongnae Eupseong History Festival @ North Gate of Dongnae Eupseong, Oncheoncheon Cafe Street, Oncheonjang — The 30th edition of the historical festival returns. North Gate of Dongnae Eupseong, Oncheoncheon Cafe Street, Oncheonjang, Friday through Sunday

Yeongdo Bridge Festival @ Yeongdo Amir Park, around Yeongdo Bridge — The popular festival in Yeongdo celebrates its 32nd year. Yeongdo Amir Park, around Yeongdo Bridge, Yeongdo Island, Saturday and Sunday

Jeonpo Coffee Festival @ Jeonpo Cafe Street — The 8th edition brings great coffee and sweets to the Jeonpo area. Jeonpo Cafe Street, Busanjin-gu, Saturday and Sunday

Oktoberfest @Hurshimchung — The yearly Oktoberfest party takes place in Dongnae. Hurschimchung, Nongshim Hotel, Thursday through Saturday

BFAA International Art Fair @ BEXCO — The Busan Fine Arts Association’s annual festival comes back to BEXCO. BEXCO, October 11-14

Busan Alley Festival @ Yeon-dong Market — A small alley festival takes place this weekend. Yeon-dong Market, Yeonje-gu Friday through Sunday

Busan Alley Festival @ Davichi Market — Davichi Market hosts its 3rd “Davichi Hope Festival” on Saturday with family-friendly programs. Davichi Market, Saha-gu, Saturday

Doraemon in Busan @ P.ARK — Enjoy a special Doraemon exhibition with three fun zones to check out. P.ARK, Yeongdo, Through November 3

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 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

Wildlife Photographer of the Year @ F1963 — This globally renowned exhibition showcases breathtaking wildlife photography, highlighting the beauty and fragility of the natural world. F1963, Suyeong-gu, Through November 27

Art on the Street — This unique art exhibition transforms seven bus stops across the city into vibrant mini-galleries showcasing works by local artists. Through December 31

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

Be Coming Home @ Arise Artspace — The group exhibition Be Coming Home, features new works by seven Busan-based artists from diverse backgrounds. Arise Artspace, Through October 6

Now Our Diary I Will Use It @ Jeonggwan Museum — A special exhibition showcasing 10 years of collected records and archival data to highlight the museum’s value, with additional programs including commentary, experiential learning, and more. Jeonggwan Museum, Through December 31

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

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

Sports

Marine Healing Program @ Citywide — Designed to promote both physical and mental well-being, the program has been a popular offering since its inception in 2021, reflecting the growing interest in healing tourism. Weekends through October 27

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