October 2026: 10 festivals and events in Busan, Ulsan and Gyeongnam

OTHER TOUR is based in Busan. Each month we pick the festivals and events around Busan, Ulsan and Gyeongnam that are easiest to fit into a trip.

On festival days nearby roads are often closed and hotels fill up early. If you would like to match our Busan Local 2-day trip to one of these dates, send us an inquiry and we will plan the route and the stay together.

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  Hurshimchung Bräu Oktoberfest (허심청브로이 옥토버페스트)10.15~10.17 · Busan · 23 Geumganggongwon-ro 20beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan

  Hurshimchung Bräu Oktoberfest takes place in October at the outdoor space of Hotel Nongshim in Busan.

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  Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)10.16~10.18 · Busan · 80, Munhwa-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan

  The Dongnaeeupseong History Festival is Dongnae-gu’s signature festival combining history education with hands-on experiences.

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  Korea Maritime Mobility · Safety Expo (대한민국 해양 모빌리티･안전 엑스포)10.26~10.28 · Busan · 206 Chungjang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan

  The Korea Maritime Mobility · Safety Expo 2026 offer hands-on activities and programs designed to help visitors learn about the importance of maritime safety in a fun and accessible way.

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  International Ki Sports Festival (키스포츠페스티벌)10.31~11.1 · Busan · 180 Haeyang-ro 195beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan

  The International Ki Sports Festival is the only multi-sport event in Korea, with participation from both elite athletes as well as the general public who have an interest in sports.

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  Sancheong Medicinal Herb Festival (산청한방약초축제)10.2~10.11 · Gyeongnam · 45-6, Donguibogam-ro 555beon-gil, Geumseo-myeon, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

  Celebrating its 26th edition, the Sancheong Medicinal Herb Festival is a Korean medicine and wellness festival inspired by Donguibogam, which is inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register, and the pri…

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  Guardians of Jinju (진주의 수호자들)10.3~10.18 · Gyeongnam · 287 Gangnam-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do 진주성

  Guardians of Jinju is a mission-based tour set around Jinjuseong Fortress and the Jinju Battle History Culture Park.

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  Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival (진주 남강유등축제)10.3~10.18 · Gyeongnam · 626, Namgang-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

  The tradition of yudeung, or floating lanterns, dates back to the Battle of Jinjuseong Fortress, one of the three major victories of the Imjin War (Japanese invasions of Korea, 1592–1598).

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  German Village Oktoberfest (독일마을 맥주축제)10.9~10.11 · Gyeongnam · 89-7 Dogil-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

  The German Village Oktoberfest is Namhae's representative cultural tourism festival, held based on the exotic scenery of the German Village and the historical significance of the Korean expatriate movement to…

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  Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival (마산가고파국화축제)10.31~11.8 · Gyeongnam · 46-3 Wollam-dong 1(il)-ga, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

  The Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival is Changwon's representative autumn festival, held since 2000 to promote the excellence of Masan chrysanthemums and boost their consumption.

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  Bibliotheca Busan (부산바다도서관)9.19~10.11 · Busan · 1674 Dadae-dong, Saha-gu, Busan

  Bibliotheca Busan, set against the stunning backdrop of the sea in Busan, is an outdoor festival that blends books, culture, and art.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI (KOGL) · Photos: Korea Tourism Organization · Dates may change; please check the official website · 2026-10-08