Events in Busan

Community & Social

2026 Gwangalli Beach Book Festival

Free

**2026 GWANGALLI BEACH BOOK FESTIVAL!!** Come out and support Book'd!! 🤓📚 🗓 Friday Nov 13 / Saturday Nov 14 / Sunday Nov 15 ⏰️ 1pm to 9pm every day!! 📍 Gwangalli Beach ✅️ English books, bookish bundles, bookmarks, stickers, freebies, book club sign-ups, and more!! 🤩 👥 Come with friends, family, doggos, coworkers, or come by yourself and meet some new bookish people!! Everyone is welcome to enjoy the festival!! 🤓 See yous there!! 🤓📚🤩

• Arts & Culture
• Community
• Outdoor

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Downtowner Zine Market

Free

Come explore independent zines and support local creatives.

• Food & Drink
• Pop-up

Arts & Culture

Running Together: The Horses in Our Lives

Running Together: The Horses in Our Lives is a special exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of Bokcheon Museum. The exhibition explores how horses became deeply connected with human life, examining their changing roles and cultural significance through history. Drawing on archaeological and historical materials, the exhibition looks beyond horses simply as animals used for transportation, exploring their place in warfare, society, ritual, everyday life, and the development of human communities.

• Arts & Culture
• Community

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Community & Social

Crayons & Cocktails

₩5,000

**CRAYONS & COCKTAILS!!** 🗓 Tuesday November 17 ⏰️ 7pm - 10pm 📍 HQ Bar in Gwangan ✅️ Come color, grab dinner, have some drinks, and unwind!! Bring your friends or make new ones!! Everyone is welcome - the more, the merrier!! There will be lots of options to color, plus awesome dinner & drink specials, too!! 🖍🎨🍗🍟🍻🍕🍹🧀🍸🤩 ~12K Dinner Deals~ •Chicken Tender Basket •Baked Mac & Cheese ~Cocktail Specials~ •4K singles •6K doubles 🎟Tickets are 5K each & include all coloring supplies!! 📩 DM @bookd_events on IG for tickets!! Walk-ins also welcome!

• Food & Drink
• Community
• Arts & Culture

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Taco Tuesday

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!

• Food & Drink

Arts & Culture

BACHATA SENSUAL - 4 WEEK BEGINNER & FOUNDATIONS COURSE

₩20,000–₩60,000

🖤 BACHATA SENSUAL CLASS 💚 A 4-week Beginner & Foundations Course with Robin & Sonjoo Discover Bachata Sensual—the dance bringing people together around the world! 💃🕺 New to dancing? You’re welcome here! Already dancing but want stronger fundamentals and more confidence? Join us, too. We’ll guide you through the basic principles step by step, helping you build a solid foundation and dance with greater ease. No partner needed—come solo or join as a couple! 🗓 SCHEDULE October 28 / November 4, 18 & 25 Wednesdays, 8:00–8:50 PM · 4 classes ※ No class on November 11. 📍 LOCATION Club Yaman, Seomyeon, Busan 👥 INSTRUCTORS Robin & Sonjoo 💚 OPENING SPECIAL • Full 4-week course: ₩60,000 • New to our classes? Get ₩10,000 off • Sign up as a couple: ₩5,000 off the course fee • Single-class drop-in: ₩20,000

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Sports & Wellness

G-STAR 2026

₩8,000–₩18,000

**G-STAR 2026 (지스타 2026)** returns to BEXCO in Busan from November 19 to 22, bringing together gaming enthusiasts, developers, publishers, and industry professionals for four days dedicated to video games and interactive entertainment. As one of South Korea's major international gaming exhibitions, G-STAR provides a platform for gaming companies to showcase upcoming titles, introduce new technologies, and connect with players and industry partners. Visitors can explore game exhibition booths, discover new releases, experience playable demonstrations, and engage with the gaming community. The exhibition also provides opportunities for industry networking and discussions about developments in gaming and interactive entertainment. From PC and console gaming to mobile games and emerging technologies, G-STAR offers a look at the creativity and innovation shaping the gaming industry. The exhibition takes place across BEXCO from November 19 to 22. General admission is ₩18,000 for adults and ₩8,000 for youths. **Please note:** Opening hours on Thursday, November 19, begin at 11 AM, while the exhibition opens at 10 AM on the remaining three days. Visitors should check the official website for ticketing details and any restrictions on industry-only activities.

• Kids
• Community

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Community & Social

Busan Bowling League

₩12,500

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

• Community
• Other

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Music & Nightlife

Cellist Jungin Huh Recital

From ₩29,998

Cellist Jungin Huh Recital (첼리스트 허정인 리사이틀) comes to Busan Concert Hall's Chamber Hall on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Featuring cellist **Jungin Huh (허정인)** and pianist **Ilya Rashkovskiy (일리야 라쉬코프스키)**, the recital brings together two musicians for an evening of classical chamber music. The cello's expressive range, from deep, resonant tones to lyrical melodies, combines with the piano to create an intimate musical experience. Presented in the Chamber Hall, the concert offers audiences an opportunity to appreciate the interaction between cello and piano in a dedicated recital setting. **Tickets:** ₩30,000 for all seats. Reservations are available through Busan Concert Hall, NOL Ticket, and YES24. The performance begins at 7:30 PM.

• Arts & Culture
• Live Music

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Community & Social

Cozy Cinema

₩10,000

**Cozy Cinema!!** The Nightmare Before Christmas 💀🎄🧵🪡🗝🎃🦇🌕🕸🩶 🗓 Friday November 20th ⏰️ Doors open at 7:30pm 📍 Dububiji in Gwangalli 🎬 Come cozy up & watch The Nightmare Before Christmas!! 🍿 Grab some fresh popped popcorn and a drink too!! 🎟 Tickets are ₩10,000 each!! 📩 DM @bookd_events on IG to reserve your spot! Walk-ins also welcome!!

• Food & Drink
• Arts & Culture
• Community

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International Friday Party at Celtic Tiger Pub

₩10,000–₩13,000

**International Friday Party at Celtic Tiger Pub** brings together people from Korea and around the world for a weekly social gathering in Busan. Held every Friday from **7 PM**, the event offers a relaxed setting for international residents, travelers, and locals to meet new people, enjoy drinks, and make friends. Whether you're new to Busan, visiting the city, or simply looking to expand your social circle, the gathering welcomes both individuals and groups. The evening features **icebreaking activities, social games, and opportunities for conversation**, helping participants connect with others in a casual pub atmosphere. **Admission includes:** - One drink of your choice, including selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic options - One tequila shot **Admission Prices:** - ₩10,000 with advance reservation - ₩13,000 for walk-in guests To receive the advance reservation price, contact the organizer through Instagram at **@busan_in_celtic** before **4 PM on Friday**. The event begins at 7 PM and continues into the evening. **Location:** Celtic Tiger Pub, Busan. Come alone or with friends and enjoy a Friday night of international socializing in Busan.

• Live Music
• Nightlife
• Expat / International

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November Jazz Nights at The Old Man Jazz Lounge

₩10,000–₩15,000

Enjoy an evening of live jazz at The Old Man Jazz Lounge, featuring a rotating lineup of musicians and ensembles throughout November 2026. Every Friday and Saturday, the lounge welcomes performers from Busan's jazz scene for intimate live performances featuring vocals, piano, saxophone, guitar, bass, drums, and other instruments. The November lineup includes Modernsounds Unit, Heo Yu-jin Pipe Line, Hwang Su-min Quartet, Jung Woo Quartet, Son Tae-ho Jazz Band, Go Myung-seok Quartet with vocalist So-jin, Lee Ju-mi Jazz Palette, and The Midnight J.Project. Each performance evening features two sets, beginning at **9 PM and 10 PM**. Admission: ₩10,000 with advance tickets or ₩15,000 at the door. Whether you're a longtime jazz enthusiast or simply looking for an evening of live music in Busan, The Old Man Jazz Lounge offers a chance to discover different performers throughout the month. November Performance Dates: November 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, and 28.

• Live Music
• Nightlife

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