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Unmissable Nighttime Activities in Busan Summer Nights
The '2025 Starry Sea Busan Night Festa' will be held from July to October, making summer nights even more special. This festival is a representative nighttime tourism program in Busan, attracting many visitors each year with its blend of Busan's beautiful night scenery and various cultural elements. In 2023, it was selected as a specialized city for nighttime tourism by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, welcoming visitors with an enriched program.
This year's event will feature nine different nighttime contents with various themes, including experience programs for families with children, an emotional nighttime picnic, pop-up stores targeting young adults, and a night market at the ecological park. If you seek a special experience in Busan on summer evenings, this festival will be the best choice.
Introduction to Major Programs – Enjoying the Night's Charm by Location
Busan National Science Museum – Science and Magic Kids' Night Playground
If you want to spend a special night with your child, we recommend the 'Science and Magic Kids' Night Playground' at the Busan National Science Museum.
This program combines science experiences and magic performances, optimized for family tourists during the summer vacation.
Don't miss the chance to experience the exciting world of science at night.
Dadaepo Beach Park – Night Music Camp Picnic and Travel Show
If you want to enjoy a special romance while watching the sunset, the 'Night Music Camp Picnic and Travel Show' is the best choice.
This event will be held in collaboration with the Saha District and is structured around a 'camp picnic' concept that combines emotional performances with the charm of camping and picnicking.
Additionally, booths from local tourism businesses will be operated to provide visitors with an opportunity to experience the night view, performances, and various information all in one place.
Yongdusan Park – Night Popup
The 'Night Popup' event for the MZ generation will be held at Yongdusan Park, located in Busan's original city center.
This place will temporarily operate pop-up stores featuring popular characters and brands, providing a unique shopping experience and new nighttime culture.
It is an attractive location to enjoy a special night in the heart of Busan.
Hwamyeong Ecological Park – Night Market
The 'Night Market', set against the backdrop of the Nakdong River's beautiful golden sunset and ecological park, will be held for 20 days this year.
Last year, the market ran for only 9 days, leaving many wanting more. This night market is an attractive themed market where traditional liquor pop-ups combine with the night scenery and ecological experiences.
It is considered a perfect place for family visitors, as well as for couples and friends to enjoy summer evenings.
Growth of Busan's Nighttime Tourism Brand ‘Starry Sea Busan’
‘Starry Sea Busan’ is a nighttime tourism brand that was created in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization in 2021, representing the beautiful nights and diverse experiences of Busan. In 2022, it launched alongside the International Tourism City project and was selected for the nighttime tourism specialized city development project by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2023, ready for significant advancement.
This year, the plan is to maintain existing popular programs while adding substantial new content. The goal is to ensure that evening tourism in Busan is safe and elegant, providing the best nighttime tourism content in the nation.
Participation Methods and Information
A variety of programs are conducted in Busan either for free or at a nominal fee, according to the schedule. Specific schedules and participation methods can be found on the official Busan tourism portal (www.visitbusan.net) and the official nighttime tourism Instagram (@starry_night_busan.kr).
A thorough operational plan is established to ensure that visitors can experience Busan’s night scenery safely and enjoyably. This summer, Busan’s nightlife is expected to become even more special.
Conclusion – Experience Moments that Shine Like Stars on Busan Summer Nights
The evenings in Busan are no longer just a scenic view. The 'Starry Sea Busan Night Festa', featuring various experiences, performances, exhibitions, and markets, will create a special experience for those spending summer in Busan.
You can enjoy delightful experiences at the science museum with your children, or cherish precious moments while camping at Dadaepo with your loved ones. Additionally, opportunities to appreciate the beauty of the night will be available at Yongdusan Park and Hwamyeong Ecological Park.
If you are contemplating where to go in the evenings this summer, why not head to a location with ‘Starry Sea Busan’?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When will the 2025 Starry Sea Busan Night Festa be held?
It is a nighttime festival held in Busan from July to October 2025.
The 2025 Starry Sea Busan Night Festa will be held throughout Busan for approximately four months from July to October. During this period, various cultural activities and the beautiful night scenery of Busan can be experienced in a representative nighttime tourism program. The festival has become more enriched with its selection as a specialized city for nighttime tourism by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and it has been loved by many tourists every year.
Q. What is the Science and Magic Kids' Night Playground at the Busan National Science Museum?
It is a nighttime experience program for families, combining science experiences and magic performances.
The 'Science and Magic Kids' Night Playground' at the Busan National Science Museum is a special nighttime experience space for children and family visitors. It provides both enjoyment and education by learning scientific principles while enjoying fascinating magic performances. The program is perfectly suited for family travelers as it allows them to experience the mysteries of science at night, especially during summer vacation season.
Q. What is the Night Music Camp Picnic and Travel Show held at Dadaepo Beach Park?
An evening picnic event that combines emotional music and camping.
The 'Night Music Camp Picnic and Travel Show' is an event held at Dadaepo Beach Park in collaboration with Saha District, combining the charms of live music performances, camping, and picnicking. Visitors can enjoy a pleasant nighttime camping atmosphere while enjoying live music along with the sunset. Additionally, local tourism businesses operate booths to provide various information and enjoyment all in one place.
Q. What are the characteristics of the Night Popup event at Yongdusan Park?
Popular character brand pop-up stores will operate for the MZ generation.
The 'Night Popup' held at Yongdusan Park is aimed mainly at the younger generation, with temporary pop-up stores featuring popular characters and brands. Through this, it offers a unique shopping experience and new nighttime culture in Busan's original city center. It has gained popularity as a space to enjoy a special night in the downtown area, combining trendy elements favored by the MZ generation.
Q. What is the Night Market held at Hwamyeong Ecological Park?
A summer night market featuring traditional liquor pop-ups, night scenery, and ecological experiences.
The 'Night Market' will take place for 20 days against the beautiful sunset of the Nakdong River and surrounding nature in Hwamyeong Ecological Park. This year, the duration is extended compared to last year, offering a more enriched experience and combining traditional liquor pop-ups, night scenery appreciation, and ecological experiences. It is evaluated as an optimal location not just for family visitors, but also for couples and friends enjoying summer evenings.
Q. What does the Starry Sea Busan brand signify and what developments has it achieved?
It is a nighttime tourism brand representing Busan's nights, selected as a specialized city in 2023.
‘Starry Sea Busan’ is a nighttime tourism brand created in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization since 2021, symbolizing Busan's beautiful night scenery and diverse experiences. It launched in conjunction with the International Tourism City project in 2022, and it has made significant advancements by being selected for the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism's nighttime tourism specialized city development project in 2023. The plan is to continuously add new nighttime content to establish itself as the best nighttime tourism content in the nation.
Q. How can I participate in the Starry Sea Busan Night Festa?
Check the schedule and participation methods on the Busan tourism portal and the official Instagram.
All programs of the Starry Sea Busan Night Festa are conducted for free or for a nominal fee. To find detailed participation schedules and methods, visit the official Busan tourism portal (www.visitbusan.net) and the official nighttime tourism Instagram (@starry_night_busan.kr). Thorough preparations are made for safe operations, and it's recommended to verify information prior to participation.
