Looking for something truly local and interesting in Busan this weekend? Skip the big tourist traps! We’ve dug up some cultural deep-dives and unique weekend activities, from contemporary art exhibitions in Saha-gu to a stunning weekly drone show over Gwangalli beach.
Quick Picks
Gwangalli M Drone Light Show
Suyeong-gu
Catch this spectacular, permanent drone show lighting up the winter sky over the beach for free.
Call Me by My Home Exhibition
1149-37 Hadan-dong, Saha-gu, Busan
A great cultural stop for older kids interested in contemporary art, safely indoors.
Gwangalli M Drone Light Show
Suyeong-gu
While better for 5+, the sheer spectacle of the drones might just captivate younger ones too!
· January 31
1GWANGALLI M DRONE LIGHT SHOWFREE : Check out Korea's first permanent drone show happening every Saturday! Hundreds of drones put on a cool themed performance over the beach—perfect way to end the day.It's a fantastic, regular local highlight that costs nothing and puts on a show that feels futuristic.
· February 1
3CALL ME BY MY HOME EXHIBITION : This contemporary art exhibition is running until late March, so Sunday is a great time to take your older, creative kids for some inspiration.Focuses on contemporary media, offering a unique cultural experience away from typical kid attractions, perfect for sparking ideas.
CINEMEDIA <AFTER CINEMA> EXHIBITION : If your teens love movies, this exhibition features 99 films by various directors, running through mid-February. A super niche cultural outing!It’s a specific, media-focused event that goes beyond standard art, appealing directly to older, screen-savvy children.
YEAR OF THE HORSE NEW YEAR-THEMED PHOTO ZONEFREE : The official New Year's event might be over, but the source suggests checking if the festive Year of the Horse and giant moon photo zones are still up near Nampo Station. Worth a quick look!This is a classic local exploration—checking if lingering festive decorations are still available for free family photos near Nampo-dong.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free, exciting events are running in Busan this weekend?
The best free activity is definitely the Gwangalli M Drone Light Show on Saturday evening (busan-1). Also, check if the festive photo zones are still standing near Nampo Station (busan-5).
Where can I take my older kids (10+) for a unique cultural experience?
Head to Saha-gu on Sunday! You can explore either the 'Call Me by My Home Exhibition' (busan-3) or the niche 'Cinemedia
What are the best evening activities for families on Saturday night?
The Gwangalli M Drone Light Show is on Saturday night with performances scheduled for 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM (busan-1).