TEUM (틈), 11th Edition: Phones-Banned Open-Air Techno Party (Busan, secret location)
October 10 | 1:00 PM-9:00 PM | Somewhere in Busan, exact location sent privately to ticket holders | Advance 20,000 won, at the door 30,000 won.
A secretive monthly techno party with no advance lineup, no photos, and a sticker over your phone camera at the door. The 11th edition is the first held outdoors and in daylight, after ten night-time, indoor editions. Reserve through @t_e_u_m on Instagram. Bring a long sleeve, since the temperature drops fast once the sun is down.

My take: What pulls me in is the mystery. In Korea especially, people often hold back from really letting loose because of how it might look to others. Take away the phones and the pressure of being watched, and people might actually drop their guard for once. I'm genuinely curious to see how this one plays out.

🎞️ Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) (Centum City)
October 6-15 | Times vary by screening | Busan Cinema Center, with CGV, Lotte Cinema, KOFIC Theater, and other venues around Centum City | General screenings 10,000 won, Actors' House or Master Class sessions 15,000 won, opening and closing events 30,000 won.
Busan's biggest film festival is in full swing. Check the official schedule for subtitle and dialogue language on each film.

💃Busan Salsa Bachata Festival: The Next Wave (Busan)
October 9-11 | Check the post for times | Check the post for venues | Check the post for pass pricing.
BSBF turns 10 with three days of workshops, shows, and DJ sets. Workshops from Eric, Valentino & Umi, Sini & Sera, and others. Shows from Baya, Kitten Ladies, Momento Señoritas, and others. DJ sets from Freeman and others. Pass registration is open now.

🍽️ Busan International Food Expo (BEXCO)
October 9-11 | 10:00 AM-6:00 PM | BEXCO Exhibition Center 1, Hall 3AB | 10,000 won, though free entry with pre-registration was available at last check.
Cooking shows, chef programming, and food industry exhibits from Korea and abroad.

🎬 Millak Ocean Cinema (Millak)
October 9 and 10 | 8:00 PM | Millak Waterfront Park | 3,000 won, refundable with a same-day Suyeong-gu food or drink receipt of at least 15,000 won.
Another round of silent outdoor cinema, everyone watches on headphones. Only 200 seats, so show up early. The season wraps up next weekend.

📚 Busan Sea Library (Dadaepo)
October 10-11 | 3:00 PM-9:00 PM | Dadaepo Beach Park | Website for more information.
Final weekend of this outdoor reading series, with curated books, picnic kits, and a pet-friendly reading zone.

🍲 Busan Dwaeji Gukbap Grand Fair (Citywide)
Voting through October 14 | Online | Website for more information.
Gukbap Week voting is still open, with the physical Showcase coming October 16-18.

🎷 Myeong-ji Choi Quartet Jazz Night (Seomyeon)
October 9 | Set 1 at 9:00 PM, Set 2 at 10:00 PM | The Old Man Jazz Lounge, Seomyeon-ro 23, 6F | Advance 10,000 won, door 15,000 won.
Vocalist Myeong-ji Choi leads the quartet with delicate scat and powerful vocals, backed by pianist Eunbi Jo, bassist Joomin Park, and drummer Jaeseok Kang. Call 051-803-2775 or find the venue on Instagram to reserve.

📚 Book'd x Le Temps: English Book Swap (Gwangalli)
October 10 | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM | Le Temps | 5,000 won, includes a DIY bookmark.
A Book'd Events x Le Temps book swap. Bring at least one new or pre-loved English book and swap it for something new-to-you, with coffee and dessert on the side. Le Temps is a no-kid zone. DM to reserve.

🍻 Korean Beerfit Games (Gijang)
October 10 | 2:00 PM | Beerphobe, 98 Gijanghaean-ro | 30,000 won, includes a pair of JackWest recovery sandals and a post-race beer.
BEER PLAY's keg challenge and coastal run: keg reps, a run along the coast, then final keg reps in one timed race, and the fastest total time wins. Solo entries welcome, with men and women ranked separately, plus an optional four-person team relay. Sign up through the link in beerplay's bio.

🎵 2026 Kyungsung Sound Walk (Kyungsung·Pukyong)
October 10 | Check the post for set times | Streets in front of Kyungsung University and Pukyong National University | Free admission to all performances.
A stroll through diverse sounds across four stages: jazz at Live Cuba, unplugged sets at Dengue Fever, rock 'n' roll at Nogada, and punk at OL'55.

🏺 Dalmaji Culture Festa (Haeundae)
October 10 | Check the post for times | Dalmaji-gil, Moontan Road tourist parking area | 30,000 won per person.
A night-view cultural experience along Moontan Road with pottery, gallery visits, tea, and craft workshops, depending on the course. Part of a Saturday series running through November.

🎷 Chloe Jung Quartet Jazz Night (Seomyeon)
October 10 | Set 1 at 9:00 PM, Set 2 at 10:00 PM | The Old Man Jazz Lounge, Seomyeon-ro 23, 6F | Advance 10,000 won, door 15,000 won.
Vocalist Chloe Jung brings a refined, elegant tone, backed by pianist Mijeong Sim, bassist Jaegap Byun, and drummer Myeongseok Ko. Call 051-803-2775 or find the venue on Instagram to reserve.

✨ Gwangalli M Drone Light Show (Gwangalli)
October 10 | Show times on the official site | Gwangalli Beach | Free.
The weekly Saturday drone show over the beach. Check the official site for this week's theme and times.

🍪 Book'd x Cafe HanDee: Cookies & Coloring (Jeonpo)
October 11 | 3:00 PM-5:00 PM | Cafe HanDee | 5,000 won, includes all coloring supplies.
Cookies, coffee, tea, and ades while you color and hang out before the week starts. Bring friends, a partner, family, coworkers, or your dog. DM to reserve.

🖼️ Busan Biennale 2026, Dissident Chorus (Multiple venues)
Through November 1 | Check the post for hours | Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Space OneZ, and the former Busan Nam High School | Busan MoCA is ticketed, other venues may be free.
This year's Biennale runs across three venues with a free shuttle connecting them on open days.

🎨 The Greatest Colorist Michel-Henry (Nam-gu)
Through October 25 | 10:00 AM-7:00 PM, last admission 6:00 PM, closed Mondays | Exhibition Hall, Busan Cultural Center | 18,000 won adults, 15,000 won youth, 12,000 won children.
A major colorist exhibition closing out its run this month.

💫 Jean-Michel Othoniel, In the Labyrinth of Love (Suyeong)
Through December 31 | 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, closed Mondays | F1963 Sukcheon Hall and Moonlight Garden | 10,000 won adults, 8,000 won youth, 6,000 won children.
A contemporary art installation weaving through F1963's industrial hall and garden space.

🐴 Together We Ran, Stories of Horses Beside Us (Dongnae)
Through November 22 | Check the post for hours | Bokcheon Museum, Special Exhibition Hall | Website for more information.
A 30th anniversary special exhibition exploring the relationship between people and horses on the Korean peninsula.

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