In 2028, the 30th World Magic Championship will be held again in Busan! Information on the schedule and venue.

The Festival of World Magicians Returns to Busan

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The 30th World Championship of Magic (FISM WCM 2028) will be held in Busan in 2028. The city of Busan announced on July 15th, at the FISM General Assembly held in Torino, Italy, that it was selected as the host city for this event after fierce competition with Quebec, Canada. This is a significant moment as Busan emerges once again as the center stage for the world's magicians, following the successful event in 2018. This tournament is expected to be a cultural exchange platform that shares the passion for magic among participants.

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This hosting is not just an international event; it serves as an important opportunity to reaffirm the brand's status of 'International Magic City Busan'. Especially, based on the successful tournament held ten years ago, Busan is attracting global attention again and is firmly establishing itself as the central city of magic in Asia.




Busan Becomes the Center of World Magic

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The World Championship of Magic is the most prestigious competition in the field of magic, having started in Paris, France, in 1948. This event is held every three years and is considered the Olympics of the magic world.

The 2028 tournament is expected to take place over ten days from July 17 to 26, spanning various locations throughout Busan, including Bexco and Haeundae Beach, with participation from over 3,000 magicians and officials from 55 countries. There is immense interest focused on this global magic event.

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Busan employed meticulous strategies to secure this hosting. Leveraging over 20 years of experience and know-how from the Busan International Magic Festival, as well as having an organization structure suitable for international events, has increased its global competitiveness.

Moreover, by establishing close networks with the World Alliance of Magicians, Busan gained a favorable position.

In the assembly voting, Busan secured 235 votes out of 411, defeating Quebec in Canada, which garnered 176 votes, thus achieving significant victory. This accomplishment will further elevate Busan's international stature.




Programs of Global Attention and Economic Ripple Effects

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This championship will feature various exciting programs throughout the city. It will include the main magic competitions, a historical special gala show, busking performances on the beach, international conferences, and hands-on experience programs for citizens. These diverse contents not only promote the popularization of magic but also provide foreign participants and spectators visiting Busan with an in-depth experience of the city's charm.

The city of Busan expects positive ripple effects across various fields such as culture, tourism, and the economy through this event. In fact, the 27th championship held in Busan in 2018 attracted 117 competitors from 21 countries along with 2,199 delegates from 52 countries, bringing in about 190,000 spectators and generating over 42.7 billion won in economic impact. The upcoming championship is also expected to yield similar results.




Busan Recognized as International Magic City by the World Alliance of Magicians

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Busan has the experience of becoming a world-renowned magic city by hosting the 2018 championship. At that time, Busan was recognized for attracting the event as the third Asian city after Japan and China. Since then, it has actively engaged in international exchanges by signing agreements with various magic organizations in countries like France, Germany, and Spain.

The upcoming 2028 tournament is viewed as an important opportunity to simultaneously advance the globalization of the magic industry and enhance Busan's city brand. The city of Busan is collaborating with the Busan International Magic Festival Organizing Committee to prepare for this event successfully, aiming to expand citizen participation and develop the competition into a magical festival enjoyed by all citizens through integrated cultural and artistic programs. This is expected to help Busan grow into an even more attractive city.




Conclusion: The Center of World Magic, Again in Busan

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The 30th World Championship of Magic to be held in 2028 in Busan signifies a new turning point for Korean magic. With its experience in hosting international events and strengths in cultural content, Busan will develop further as a global cultural arts city through this opportunity.

Once again, as a city where magicians from around the world gather, Busan's magical journey now begins.

BEXCO : 55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan



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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Where will the 2028 World Championship of Magic be held?
The 30th World Championship of Magic will be held in Busan.

The World Championship of Magic (FISM WCM 2028) will take place in Busan from July 17 to 26, 2028, over ten days, utilizing various locations throughout the city, mainly Bexco and Haeundae Beach, with the city preparing for this tournament based on its previous hosting experience.

Q. What was the background for Busan being selected as the venue for the World Championship of Magic?
Busan was selected due to its International Magic City brand and extensive event experience.

Busan successfully hosted the World Championship of Magic in 2018 and possesses a wealth of know-how from the Busan International Magic Festival, which has been running for over 20 years, along with excellent performance infrastructure. Furthermore, the establishment of a close network with the World Alliance of Magicians and a well-organized structure played crucial roles in beating Quebec, Canada, to become the final host city.

Q. What is the expected participant count and scale for this tournament?
Over 3,000 magicians and officials from 55 countries will participate.

More than 3,000 magicians and officials from 55 different countries are expected to participate in the 2028 tournament. This event is considered one of the most important international gatherings where magicians from around the globe come together to compete and exchange.

Q. What economic effects will the World Championship of Magic have on Busan?
Past tournaments have generated over 4.27 billion won in economic benefits for Busan.

The 27th World Championship held in Busan in 2018 attracted about 190,000 spectators and numerous participants, generating over 4.27 billion won in economic benefits. The 2028 tournament is expected to have similar cultural, tourism, and economic ripple effects and positively influence Busan's local economy.

Q. What programs will be conducted during the 2028 tournament?
Programs will include the main competitions, gala shows, busking performances, conferences, and experience programs.

This championship will feature various programs, including main magic competitions and a historical special gala show, as well as busking performances on the beach. There will also be an international conference focusing on the magic industry and cultural exchange, along with experience programs that allow citizens to participate and enjoy the popularization of magic and Busan's cultural charm.


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