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October Festa in Gwangalli (옥토버페스타 인 광안리) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Why go
October Festa in Gwangalli is Busan's outdoor beer festival held along the Gwangalli Beach waterfront, drawing both local residents and international visitors each autumn. The event celebrates Oktoberfest-style culture with a Korean coastal twist, featuring a wide selection of domestic and imported craft and draft beers alongside live music performances and food stalls. The iconic Gwangan Bridge serves as a dramatic lit backdrop after dark. Visitors can expect a relaxed, open-air atmosphere on the beach promenade, with vendors offering both German-style and Korean snacks. It is one of the more internationally accessible festivals on Busan's seasonal calendar.
Quick highlights
- Beachfront festival set against the illuminated Gwangan Bridge backdrop
- Wide selection of domestic and imported draft and craft beers
- Live music performances held throughout the festival period
- Open-air food stalls serving German-style and Korean snacks
- One of Busan's most internationally accessible autumn festivals
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When does October Festa in Gwangalli take place?
October Festa in Gwangalli runs October 17, 2025 – October 19, 2025 at Gwangalli Beach.
Who hosts October Festa in Gwangalli?
Hosted by Suyeong-gu · +82-51-610-4511.
Is October Festa in Gwangalli free to attend?
Free
Where is October Festa in Gwangalli located?
29 Millak-ro 6beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan