Gwangalli Eobang Festival
JuneBusan
This festival takes place around Gwangalli Beach and Suyeong Historic Park in Busan. It carries on the tradition of Joseon-era navy soldiers and local fishermen fishing together, and draws on the nationally designated intangible heritage "Jwasuyeong Eobang Nori." Admission is free, and it runs from 10:00 to 22:00 with parades, seaside activities and plenty of food.
When is it held?
Every year around mid-June. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Jun 12 ~ Jun 14 (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 Gyeongsang Left Naval Commander parade
- Try catching live fish with your bare hands
- Join the Eobang net-pulling event together
- Enjoy the Sea of Lights and busking performances
- Taste local food at the Eobang pocha and fresh fish market
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
Summer festivals are hot and sunny. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water, plus spare clothes if there is water play.
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 Gwangalli Eobang Festival held?
Every year around mid-June. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Gwangalli Eobang 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 Gwangalli Eobang 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.