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    What's on in Busan: October 5 to 11, 2026

    Updated Sunday, October 11, 2026

    October 5 to 11, 2026: 33 events across Busan that week.

    Monday October 5

    Arts & Culture

    2026 Busan Street Arts Festival: Street B

    Monday October 5 to Monday October 5, 1:00 p.m.Busan Citizens Park, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon)

    The 2026 Busan Street Arts Festival, Street B, returns to Busan Citizens Park for three days of outdoor performances and contemporary street arts. This year's festival brings together a diverse lineup of Korean and international artists.

    Sports & Wellness

    HiBA × RNLC Monday Night Run

    Monday October 5, 8:00 p.m.Haeundae-guFreeEvery Mon through October 26

    HiBA × RNLC Monday Night Run Run with locals. Make friends. Experience Busan. Looking for Korean friends who love running? Join around 30 runners in Haeundae every Monday.

    Markets & Shopping

    Busan Performing Arts Market

    Monday October 5 to Wednesday October 7Dongseo University, Sasang-gu

    The 2026 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM) returns for its fourth edition, bringing together performing artists, organizations, international delegates, and audiences for seven days of performances and industry exchange.

    Tuesday October 6

    Food & Drink

    Taco Tuesday

    Tuesday October 6, 6:00 p.m.Hideout, Geumjeong-gu (PNU)Every Tue through November 24

    Taco Tuesday at Hideout! 3 Tacos with a Special Sauce of the month for 10,000 won 3 Tacos with a Special Sauce of the month AND 1 Draft Beer for 14,000 won Come enjoy and hang out at Hideout at PNU!

    Wednesday October 7

    Community & Social

    BUSAN Board game party!

    Wednesday October 7, 7:30 p.m.Cafe With, Suyeong-guEvery Wed through October 28

    [BUSAN Board game party!] Do you wanna enjoy Board game? Do you wanna meet a new friend? Let's hang out with BOARD GAME NIGHT! We prepared variety and fun board games. There are 2-30 koreans and foreigners come and hang out!

    Learning & Networking

    BOUNCE 2026

    Wednesday October 7 to Thursday October 8Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO), Haeundae-gu

    BOUNCE 2026 is a large-scale startup and innovation event held at BEXCO, connecting founders and startups with investors, corporations, accelerators, and other members of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

    Learning & Networking

    Fly Asia

    Wednesday October 7 to Thursday October 8Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO), Haeundae-gu

    FLY ASIA 2026 brings Busan's startup and investment ecosystem together with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders from Korea and abroad.

    Arts & Culture

    Millak Ocean Cinema: October Screenings

    Wednesday October 7, All dayMillak Waterside Park, Suyeong-guFrom ₩3,000Every Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat through October 11

    Millak Ocean Cinema is a seasonal outdoor cinema overlooking the sea and Gwangan Bridge. Visitors watch from waterfront seating while listening to the film through individual wireless headsets, creating a quiet open-air cinema experience alongside Busan's…

    Sports & Wellness

    World Esports Summit 2026

    Wednesday October 7 to Thursday October 8The Westin Josun, Haeundae-gu

    The World Esports Summit 2026 (WES26) takes place at The Westin Josun Busan on October 7 and 8. Organized by the International Esports Federation, the summit brings together representatives from across the global esports ecosystem for discussions…

    Thursday October 8

    Markets & Shopping

    2026 Starry Night Busan Night Market

    Thursday October 8, 5:00 p.m.Buk-guEvery Thu, Fri, Sat through October 18

    The 2026 Starry Night Busan Night Market returns for its fall season, filling the Lotus Flower Complex at Hwamyeong Eco Park with food, shopping, outdoor relaxation, and hands-on experiences.

    Sports & Wellness

    Busan Bowling Club

    Thursday October 8, 8:30 p.m.Haeundae-gu₩14,000Every Thu through October 31

    A casual, welcoming weekly bowling club in Centum City for Koreans and internationals of all skill levels. Whether you're an experienced bowler, a complete beginner, or just looking for a fun new hobby, everyone is welcome.

    Community & Social

    Busan Bowling League

    Thursday October 8, 10:00 p.m.Suyeong-gu₩12,500Every Thu through December 3

    Twenty-four people wanting to release stress, have fun, and meet new people. Join the Busan Bowling Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/172566578126/ Contact Lewis at 010-6722-4455 Contact Jason at 010-7222-8803

    Friday October 9

    Food & Drink

    23rd Busan International Food Expo

    Friday October 9 to Sunday October 11, 10:00 a.m.Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO), Haeundae-guUp to ₩10,000

    The 23rd Busan International Food Expo brings three days of food, cooking, and international culinary culture to BEXCO.

    Arts & Culture

    Oil Painting with Christine Oh

    Friday October 9, 7:00 p.m.Arise Artspace, Suyeong-guFrom ₩15,000

    A beginner-friendly oil painting workshop with Christine Oh where participants can try oil painting in a relaxed setting with no previous experience required.

    Music & Nightlife

    October Jazz Nights at The Old Man Jazz Lounge

    Friday October 9, 9:00 p.m.The Old Man Jazz Lounge, Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon)From ₩10,000Every Sat, Fri through October 31

    lineup of vocalists, quartets, ensembles, and special guests. Each evening features two sets at 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM, making it an easy late-night stop for live music alongside a whiskey or cocktail.

    Saturday October 10

    Other events

    English Book Swap!

    Saturday October 10, 11:00 a.m.Le Temps, Suyeong-gu₩5,000

    ENGLISH BOOK SWAP!! Saturday August 29 ⏰ 11am to 1pm Le Temps in Gwangalli Anyone with a ticket!! (Please note: Le Temps is a no-kid zone~~) Bring at least one English book that is new or pre-loved, and swap for something new-to-you!!

    Arts & Culture

    Concert Opera: Otello

    Saturday October 10, 5:00 p.m.Busan Concert Hall, Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon)Every day

    Experience Verdi’s dramatic masterpiece Otello in a concert opera production at Busan Concert Hall. Based on Shakespeare’s Othello, the opera tells a powerful story of love, jealousy, deception, and tragedy through some of Verdi’s most intense and expressive…

    Music & Nightlife

    2026 Kyungsung Sound Walk

    Saturday October 10, 6:00 p.m.Ol' 55, Nam-guFree

    The 2026 Kyungsung Sound Walk turns the streets and venues around Kyungsung University and Pukyong National University into one interconnected music festival.

    Music & Nightlife

    The All The Means Tour 2026: Busan

    Saturday October 10, 9:30 p.m.Ol' 55, Nam-guFrom ₩10,000

    Two longtime punk bands from Japan and Korea join forces for The All The Means Tour 2026, with shows in Busan and Seoul. The Means formed in Japan in 2008 and have spent nearly two decades performing and building their place in the Japanese punk scene.

    Sunday October 11

    Other events

    Cookies & Coloring

    Sunday October 11, 3:00 p.m.Cafe HanDee, Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon)₩5,000

    COOKIES & COLORING!! Sunday October 11th ⏰ 3pm-5pm Cafe HanDee in Jeonpo Come enjoy the best cookies in Busan & delicious coffees, teas, and ades while coloring, hanging out, and making new friends!! It's a fun way to relax & unwind before the week starts!!

    Markets & Shopping

    2026 Starry Night Busan Night Market

    Sunday October 11, 4:00 p.m.Buk-guEvery Sun through October 18

    The 2026 Starry Night Busan Night Market returns for its fall season, filling the Lotus Flower Complex at Hwamyeong Eco Park with food, shopping, outdoor relaxation, and hands-on experiences.

    On all week

    Arts & Culture

    Between Faces

    Monday October 5 to Friday October 23, 1:00 p.m.Arise Artspace, Suyeong-guFree

    A duo exhibition by Lim Heejung and Niall Ruddy at Arise Art Space, with a special artist talk and workshop on October 18.

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