Busan · Coastal heritage festival
Gwangalli Eobang Festival
June 12–14, 2026
- Dates
- June 12–14, 2026
- Hours
- 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Venue
- Gwangalli Beach and Suyeong Historical Park
- Address
- 219 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeparate Busan stop · about 12 km awayGupo MarketThis five-day market is in Buk-gu. Market days end in 3 and 8.View market details BeachAt the main festival siteGwangalli BeachWalk the beachfront and stay after dark for the view of illuminated Gwangan Bridge.View details Historic siteAt the inland festival zoneSuyeong Historical ParkSee the former naval-command grounds behind the festival’s fishing and defense story.View details
Hotels near the festival
Gwangalli Beach and Suyeong-gu
View staysConnect the beach program with the historic park
Check both venues
Major performances and heritage programs are divided between Gwangalli Beach and Suyeong Historical Park.
Stay for the night view
The beach is especially busy after sunset when Gwangan Bridge lights up.
Check the next edition
The 2026 festival has ended. Confirm the next parade, performance, and venue schedule.
Busan’s fishing heritage returns to Gwangalli
At a glance
Gwangalli Eobang Festival combines beach performances, historical reenactments, fishing traditions, parades, and family programs.
What is eobang?
Eobang refers to the cooperative fishing organization once connected to the Joseon naval command and local fishing communities.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran June 12–14 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission was free.
