Korea Places to Visit

Black Music Festival (BMF) (2025 제7회 BMF(블랙뮤직페스티벌))

Ganeung-dong, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Black Music Festival feature performances across various genres, including hip hop, R&B, soul form both local artists and international artists. Along with performances, visitors can enjoy various cultural events and hands-on experience programs.

Bongsan Mask Dance(봉산탈춤 다 모여라~ )

서울특별시 종로구 종로1길 45 (세종로) 의정부지 역사유적광장(광화문)

Book’s Art Journey(북극곰예술여행)

서울특별시 종로구 이화장1길 24 (이화동) 북극곰소극장

Boryeong Mud Festival (보령머드축제)

2282, Sinheuk-dong, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Boryeong Mud Festival is Korea’s leading global summer festival, where visitors can enjoy mud in every possible way. Overlooking the expansive Daecheon Beach, the festival features a variety of zones, from the General Zone for full-scale mud activities to the Family Zone and Water Park Zone, where visitors of all ages can cool off and have fun safely. During the day, mud attractions help beat the summer heat, including Mud Mob Scene, a one-of-a-kind program featuring DJ and EDM performances and blasts from mud water cannons. At night, the excitement continues with a spectacular drone show over the sea and large-scale evening performances. In Boryeong, the fun lasts from day to night, making it the perfect place to create unforgettable summer memories.

Boseong Green Tea Festival (보성다향대축제)

775 Nokcha-ro, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do

The Boseong Green Tea Festival takes place in Boseong, which is famous for its green tea. This fragrant festival coincides with the annual harvest of fresh green tea leaves. Visitors can partake in various tea-related activities such as picking tea leaves, making tea, and making tea bowls. Other popular programs that are both healthy and trendy include “Tea Fields Healing Trekking” and “Yoga & Pilates Experiences.” The experience of picking tender tea leaves in the vast, lush green tea fields and making green tea, which is not easily accessible, is highly recommended. ◎ Green Tea Stamp RallyParticipate in the “Green Tea Stamp Rally” to enjoy hidden festival programs and get prizes.

Bucheon International Comics Festival (부천국제만화축제)

1 Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

As Korea’s leading comic-focused festival, the Bucheon International Comics Festival features a wide range of events, including the special exhibition of Bucheon Comic Awards winners, comic exhibitions, and the Singing BICOF. Visitors can explore Comics Bunker, where they can find merchandise from various artists, along with a comic book café. The festival also includes the World Webtoon Forum and the International Cosplay Championship, as well as talk & signing events with renowned domestic artists.

Bupyeong Pungmul Festival (부평풍물대축제)

60 Bupyeong-daero, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon

Bupyeong Pungmul Festival is a lively festival dedicated to traditional folk celebration. "Pungmul" is the collective term for instruments and decorations used to play "pungak," a lively entertainment folk music performed to foster excitement during in a traditional celebration. This vibrant festival, which is centered around the joyous theme of pungmul, takes place in the heart of Bupyeong. It is a community festival supported by active participation from local residents, offering a rich taste of local charm. Visitors are advised to explore the Bupyeong Underground Shopping Center, the world’s largest underground shopping center listed in the Guinness World Records, and Bupyeong, the birthplace of Korean jazz.[Global Zone]Welcome to the "Global Zone" of Incheon's famous Bupyeong Pungmul Festival!"A Valuable Pungmul Festival, A Bupyeong Festival Together"The Bupyeong Pungmul Festival has been selected as a 2024~2025 Cultural Tourism Festival, and is now leaping forward as a festival for the world. At its core is a dedicated platform for international tourists.Learn More. http://bpfglobal.kr

Busan Fireworks Festival (부산불꽃축제)

219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Busan Fireworks Festival takes place every autumn along Gwangalli Beach. The festival’s diverse programs of cultural events, high-tech laser light shows, and myriad of unique and colorful fireworks make this one of the area’s most popular festivals, drawing crowds of over 1 million visitors each year. Although most people flock to the beach for a closer view of the festivities, nearby Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, Dongbaekseom Island, and Igidae Coastal Park also offer great views of the fireworks.

Busan Food Film Festa (부산푸드필름페스타)

120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan

The Busan Food Film Festa is a unique cultural event that brings together film and food through a diverse range of programs and experiences. It offers an engaging platform where cinematic storytelling and culinary culture intersect. One of its signature programs, the Food Terrace, provides a setting to explore food-related themes in film while enjoying curated tastings guided by experts. The festival also features a flea market showcasing small businesses, a range of food trucks, and interactive programs such as pizza-making experiences suitable for families. With its rich blend of storytelling and gastronomy, the event offers a vibrant and memorable cultural experience.

Busan Illustration Fair V.6 (부산일러스트레이션페어V.6)

55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Busan Illustration Fair offers a variety of program including an outdoor BI photozone, stamp tour for on-site attendees, artist photo zones, poster contest winner exhibtition, and more.

Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) (부산국제영화제)

120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) was the first international film festival in Korea that is now considered one of the biggest in Asia. The festival boosted Busan as a city of culture and art, while helping the Korean film industry by improving production and distribution. The festival also helps search for talented movie directors and unknown movies through previewing various film genres. The festival plans to continue its work of making Busan the heart of the film industry, increasing the market and investment to improve the film industry.

Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

29-50, Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan

First held in 2000, the Busan International Rock Festival is Korea’s first and longest-running international rock festival. In 2026, the 27th edition will take place over three days, from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4, at Samnak Eco Park, featuring a diverse lineup of Korean and international artists. Stages set throughout the park will showcase everything from emerging talent to world-renowned headliners. Beyond the performances, visitors can also enjoy a variety of festival attractions, including interactive games, food court lounges, camping zones, and other special side events.

Busan Jung-gu Pet Festival (부산중구반려동물축제)

37-30 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan

Busan Jung-gu Pet Festival is a pet cultural event featuring various programs such as walking programs, health consultations, and behavior training programs that pets and their owners can participate in together. The event aims to spread the culture of responsible pet ownership and revitalize the local pet industry.

Busan Old Town Revitalization Festival [Taxchelin] (부산원도심활성화축제 [택슐랭])

210 Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan

Enjoy the charm of of Busan's old downtown through "Taxchelin!" Taxulain is a combination of taxi and Michelin, and it is a festival where you can enjoy performances, experiences, and tours centered around local hidden gems recommended by veteran taxi drivers with over 10 years of experience. The festival highlights on a different theme each year, making every moment special.

Busan Sea Festival (부산바다축제)

Dadae-dong, Saha-gu, Busan

The Busan Sea Festival takes place at Dadaepo Beach and offers various cultural events and unique hands-on programs. All programs take place against the backdrop of the beautiful beach and sunset, and are carefully organized for a fun and lively event.

Busan Street Festa in Gwangbok (부산 스트릿 페스타 인 광복)

72-1 Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan

The Busan Street Festa in Gwangbok transforms everyday urban spaces into a festival stage through various programs such as music, dance, performance shows, local flea markets, and parades that unfold throughout the streets.