This week in Busan
Updated Sunday, April 26, 2026
14 events across Busan this week, from community & social to sports & wellness.
Mad Nomad is running their Language Exchange again this Friday and Saturday 8–10 PM. It’s still completely FREE, and after the session you can join the After Party — you’ll also get 1 Free Drink there.
Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon) | Friday April 24, 8:00 p.m. | Free
Every Fri, Sat through June 30
An open mic night inviting participants to share performances, stories, or creative expressions in a supportive community setting. Great for performers and audiences alike.
Arise Artspace, Suyeong-gu | Friday April 24, 8:00 p.m.
Our next show is exactly two weeks from tonight! Friday, April 24th, 9:00pm at @jeffsbusan with host Ben May! Let's make it a good one!
Suyeong-gu | Friday April 24, 9:00 p.m.
Last Friday of every month On-site payment with a 10% Discounton the first drink No Registration required!
Suden Gwangali - Gwangnamro 202, Busan, South Korea 48285, Other | Friday April 24, 7:00 a.m.
Every month
A Korean-style MT (membership training) trip designed for foreigners living in Korea to meet new people and enjoy a variety of group activities.
Songjeong, Gijang-gun | Saturday April 25 to Sunday April 26
Bring a new/pre-loved English book & swap for something new-to-you! Enjoy a sweet treat & delicious coffee while you socialize & decorate a bookmark!
Deep Sleep Coffee, Other | Saturday April 25, 2:00 p.m.
A relaxed evening social hosted by Rainbow Mafia, the Spring Sundowners Social invites the community to unwind with cocktails and good company at Hideout near PNU.
Hideout, Geumjeong-gu (PNU) | Sunday April 26, 5:00 p.m.
Every Thursday @ Basement Two Free Drinks for Ladies from 9-11 Wildest Night in PNU Open 7:00 'Til LAAAAATE
Basement, Geumjeong-gu (PNU) | Thursday April 23, 7:00 p.m.
Every Thu through May 29
A live indie rock show featuring Walking After U and The Vastards, taking place at HQ Gwangan on Friday, April 24th. Doors open at 9:00 PM, with music starting at 9:30 PM, and a 10,000 KRW cover charge.
HQ Gwangan, Suyeong-gu | Friday April 24, 9:00 p.m.
OMADIC SESSIONS x 55 JAZZ COLLECTIVE Freedom Day at OL55 This Saturday, we celebrate Freedom Day by bringing back The Nomadic Sessions- a collective of vocalists and spoken word poets that bring all the soul.
Ol' 55, Suyeong-gu | Saturday April 25, 9:30 p.m.
Basement, Geumjeong-gu (PNU) | Saturday April 25, 7:00 p.m.
The Busan International Short Film Festival is a major annual film event held in Busan that showcases a diverse selection of short films from Korea and around the world.
Busan Cinema Center, Haeundae-gu | Thursday April 23 to Tuesday April 28
A special meeting with French Ambassador Philippe Bertoux at the Alliance Française de Busan on Thursday, April 23 at 3:30 PM, offering a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and dialogue.
Dongnae-gu | Thursday April 23, 3:30 p.m.
Early Birds Busan is a global running community that wakes up the city at dawn. We go beyond just running; we share morning energy and transform our mindset toward life.
Haeundae Beach, Haeundae-gu | Sunday April 26, 6:00 a.m.
Every Sun through May 25