Busan Fireworks Festival 2026 — when, where to watch, which subway exit, and where to stay
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The 21st Busan Fireworks Festival lights up Gwangalli Beach on Saturday, November 7, 2026. Here is everything we checked on the official website and the ticketing page — time, viewing spots, subway exits — plus tips on where to stay, because hotels near Gwangalli tend to fill up quickly on festival night.
🎆 1. Basic information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Edition | 21st Busan Fireworks Festival |
| Date | Saturday, November 7, 2026 |
| Time | 1:00 – 8:00 PM · main fireworks 7:00 – 8:00 PM |
| Daytime events | Republic of Korea Air Force Black Eagles performance, hands-on activities, busking (exact times not announced yet) |
| Main show | International guest fireworks · Busan Multi Fireworks Show |
| Venues | Gwangalli Beach, Igidae, Dongbaek Island |
| Organizer | Busan Festival Organizing Committee |
Timetable (as published)
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 13:00 – 16:00 | Street events, busking, activities (daytime, incl. Black Eagles air show) |
| 18:00 – 18:50 | Fireworks prologue |
| 18:50 – 19:00 | Opening ceremony |
| 19:00 – 19:15 | International guest fireworks |
| 19:15 – 19:25 | Intermission |
| 19:25 – 19:55 | Busan Multi Fireworks Show |
| 19:55 – 20:00 | Curtain-call fireworks |
※ Times may change. The exact Black Eagles time has not been announced yet.
🎟️ 2. Reserved seats
If you want a seat right in front of Gwangan Bridge, there are paid seats. According to the official website, they are sold on NOL Ticket until Friday, November 6, 5:00 PM (KST).
| Seat | Price (Korea Tourism Organization festival info) |
|---|---|
| R (table + chair) | KRW 100,000 |
| S (chair) | KRW 70,000 |
| Early-bird S | KRW 56,000 (one-day sale on Aug 26 — ended) |
Tickets are sold via NOL Ticket and BNK Busan Bank. Busan residents get 10% off (proof of residence required on site).
📍 3. Where to watch — the three official venues
| Venue | What it's like | Subway |
|---|---|---|
| Gwangalli Beach | Right in front of Gwangan Bridge · main venue · most crowded | Line 2 Gwangan Station, Exit 3 |
| Igidae | Side view of the bridge across the water | Line 2 Kyungsung Univ.·Pukyong Nat'l Univ. Station, then bus |
| Dongbaek Island | A more distant view from the Haeundae side | Line 2 Dongbaek Station, Exit 1 |
| Millak Waterfront Park (not an official venue) | Side view of the bridge · said to be less crowded | Walk from Line 2 Gwangan Station |
🚇 4. Getting there — leave the car behind
The official website warns of heavy traffic on festival day and notes that no nearby parking is provided, so please use public transport.
🏨 5. Where to stay near Gwangalli
Staying overnight near Gwangalli means you skip the post-show crowds and can enjoy the beach the next morning. Look for ocean-view rooms on the booking page if you'd like to see the bay from your window.
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✅ Wrap-up
Based on the official website and ticketing page as of October 30, 2026. Details may change.