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A Festival that Revitalizes Traditional Markets
The "Dottegi Street Festa" takes place from August 28 to 30 at the iconic traditional market of Busan, the International Market.
This festival is planned to rejuvenate traditional markets struggling due to economic downturns and to promote consumption, featuring various programs for both citizens and tourists to participate in.
Not only the International Market but also the area of Manmul Street and Arirang Street has expanded for the event. During the day, it offers shopping and various experiences, while at night, a rich festival with music and delicious food takes place.
Main Event Programs and Activities
This festival features various events under the theme "Fun to See, Joy to Buy." It welcomes audiences with busking performances in the streets and stages set by popular trot singers, along with cooking shows by professional chefs and free tasting corners. In particular, renowned trot singers E-Tak will perform on the 28th, Kim Hye-jin on the 29th, and Han-gil on the 30th, attracting a lot of attention with a rich program.
Especially in the evening hours, a night market zone is created where you can enjoy food trucks and side dishes sold in the traditional market, allowing you to savor a beer while experiencing the night at the International Market. The free beer coupons are generating significant interest among citizens.
Additionally, retro photo zones and stamp tours are available, featuring various contents that young people and foreign tourists can participate in. These programs offer a more exciting experience and provide many opportunities for people to enjoy.
Special Benefits for Visitors
During the event, tangible consumer benefits will be provided to visitors.
Firstly, discount coupons are prepared. Up to 10,000 won coupons are distributed daily, which can be used for purchases over 15,000 won at participating stores.
Secondly, a roulette prize event will also take place. Holders of receipts for purchases over 15,000 won can participate and have a chance to win various prizes, including an iPhone among a total of 20 different prizes.
Lastly, free beer coupons will be provided. You can receive this coupon when you make a purchase of more than 10,000 won at food trucks or market side dishes.
In particular, the 'Meet Without Stairs' program presented at the International Market is attracting considerable attention. Stores on the second floor, which have usually had accessibility issues, will come down to the first floor and open stalls to showcase various products at a glance.
Upcoming Traditional Market Festivals
Starting with the "Dottegi Street Festa," Busan will host traditional market festivals every month until October.
The first event is the 'Kkolmok Fish Cake Festival' to be held at Jangrim Alley Market from September 11 to 13, which is an epicurean event where visitors can enjoy Busan's fish cakes.
Next, from October 16 to 18, the 'Banyeo Discount Beer Festival' will take place at Banyeo 2-dong Market. This festival provides an opportunity for youth and merchants to enjoy beer and culture together.
Busan's traditional markets are not just places of trade but the foundation of the local economy, serving as places filled with cherished memories for citizens. Through this festival, merchants' sales will increase, creating unforgettable fun experiences and special memories for Busan citizens and tourists.
Conclusion
Busan's International Market Dottegi Street Festa is a special event where you can feel the vibrancy and warmth of traditional markets.
It is filled with shopping, various performances, and delicious food, along with abundant discount benefits. This festival, taking place around Nampo-dong, Gwangbok-dong, and Jagalchi, is highly recommended as a must-visit destination when in Busan.
If you happen to go to Busan, be sure not to miss out on this special experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When is the Busan International Market Dottegi Street Festa held?
Dottegi Street Festa will be held at Busan International Market from August 28 to 30.
The Dottegi Street Festa held at Busan International Market will take place over three days from August 28 to 30. During this period, various sights and activities are prepared to allow both citizens and tourists to enjoy the festival while revitalizing traditional markets.
Q. What performances and events will be held at the festival?
Busking performances, stages by popular trot singers, cooking shows, and free tastings will take place.
At the festival, busking performances will be accompanied by stages hosted by popular trot singers like E-Tak on the 28th, Kim Hye-jin on the 29th, and Han-gil on the 30th. Additionally, a cooking show by a professional chef and a free tasting corner will enhance the visitor's enjoyment, while food trucks and night markets will provide a rich food experience in the evening.
Q. What special benefits are available for event visitors?
Discount coupons up to 10,000 won, a roulette prize event, and free beer coupons will be offered.
Visitors can receive discount coupons of up to 10,000 won daily and can use the coupons for purchases of 15,000 won or more at participating stores. They also have the chance to participate in a roulette prize event for receipts of purchases over 15,000 won, where they can win various prizes, including an iPhone, and can receive free beer coupons for purchases over 10,000 won.
Q. What special programs are there in this festival?
There is a 'Meet Without Stairs' program where second-floor shops come down to the first floor to sell.
At the International Market, the 'Meet Without Stairs' program allows shops that have been hard to access on the second floor to open stalls on the first floor, showcasing various products at a glance. This will enable visitors to shop conveniently and is expected to increase sales for merchants.
Q. Are there any other events besides the Dottegi Street Festa in the Busan Traditional Market Festival?
The 'Kkolmok Fish Cake Festival' at Jangrim Alley Market in September, and the 'Banyeo Discount Beer Festival' in Banyeo 2-dong in October are planned.
Busan will host various traditional market festivals every month starting with the Dottegi Street Festa in August, including the 'Kkolmok Fish Cake Festival' from September 11 to 13 at Jangrim Alley Market, featuring fish cake delicacies, followed by the 'Banyeo Discount Beer Festival' from October 16 to 18, offering a chance for youth and merchants to enjoy together.
