Busan Fireworks Festival
NovemberBusan
The Busan Fireworks Festival is an autumn event held around Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Bridge. Special lighting on the bridge, music and fireworks come together in a multimedia show over the night sea. There are pre-events before the main show, so it's nice to arrive early and look around.
When is it held?
Every year around early November. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Nov 7 (ended). Check the official website for next year’s dates.
Before you go, check this year’s dates and fees on the official website.
What can you do there?
- Watch the Air Force Black Eagles aerobatic show
- Try scratch books, chalk art and photo zones
- Enjoy street busking performances
- See the invited overseas fireworks show
- Watch the Busan Multi Fireworks Show with bridge lighting
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Busan area by KTX, express bus or intercity bus. Once there, check public transit to the venue in a map app (Naver Map and KakaoMap are the most accurate in Korea).
Naver Map ↗ KakaoMap ↗ Google Maps ↗ Official website ↗
What to wear and bring
Autumn days are mild and nights are cool. Bring a light jacket and shoes that are comfortable for long walks.
This is general guidance. Check the official website for what to bring and how to enter each event.
Photos
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change. · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type3 · Shown unaltered.
Other festivals in the same month
Frequently asked questions
When is Busan Fireworks Festival held?
Every year around early November. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Busan Fireworks Festival?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Busan, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Busan Fireworks Festival free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Busan
Top attractions close to the event site. Add them to the same day trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.