Writers & Readers: Spoken Word Event (Gwangan)
September 19 | 2:00 PM-5:00 PM, Liquid Arts Open Stage at 6:30 PM | Dububiji (4F), Gwangan | 10,000 won, covers both events.
A Book'd x Dububiji x Liquid Arts spoken word afternoon featuring American poet and street artist Andy Knowlton, community readings, and an open stage after. Performance spots are limited. Find @bookd_events on Instagram to sign up or reserve.

My take: Liquid Arts has been around since I've been in Korea, and their events are always well organized and solid. This weekend I am looking forward to something more chill, poetry, stories, and an open stage after, a nice change of pace.

10th Youth Day: ME+Youth Festival (Gwangalli)
September 18-20 | 10:00 AM-10:00 PM | Gwangalli Beach | Free admission.
A 10th anniversary youth festival with K-pop concerts, creator awards, dance challenges, a drone and fireworks light show, university song festival, cheerleading and dance competitions, and creator networking zones. Find @youth.future_official on Instagram for details.

2026 Busan Youth Week
September 18-20 | Check the post for times | Busan Port Pier 1 | Check the post for details.
An 8th edition youth week festival themed around masks and Busan's harbor, details available in Korean only via busanyouthweek.com.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Gwangalli)
September 18 | Doors open 8:00 PM | Dububiji, Gwangalli | 10,000 won.
A Book'd x Dububiji costume night watching Rocky Horror with drinks in honor of Tim Curry, sponsored by Hugus, first 30 people get a free beer. Costume contest winner gets a free rental at Dububiji. Find @bookd_events on Instagram to reserve.

Fisherman Busan: Unlimited Party (Gwangalli)
September 18 | 7:30 PM-4:00 AM | Fisherman, Gwangalli | 20,000 won per person, unlimited drinks.
Fisherman celebrates Busan's first Youth Day Festival with an unlimited cocktail party timed to the festival's opening night. DM to enter a random drawing for five teams to get in for 1,000 won each. Stamp policy is strict, no stamp means no re-entry. Find @fishermanbusan_official on Instagram to reserve.

Romantic Tonight at The Old Man Jazz Lounge (Seomyeon)
September 18 | Part 1 at 9:00 PM, Part 2 at 10:00 PM | The Old Man Jazz Lounge | 10,000 won cover charge, includes both sets.
A saxophone-led quintet set built around a relaxed, classic jazz sound with a tight rhythm section. Call 051-803-2775 or find @the_old_man_jazz_lounge on Instagram to reserve.

TABBER at JEJE (Busanjin)
September 18 | 9:30 PM-6:00 AM | JEJE, Busanjin-gu | Check the post for entry, ID required, no minors.
A special artist set from rapper TABBER, blending hip hop, R&B, and alternative with a dreamy, stylish sound. Call 010-9791-8284 or find @jeje_busan on Instagram to reserve.

Magic Drawing Show: Doodle POP (Busanjin)
September 17-18 | 10:30 AM | Busan Citizens Hall | 30,000 won.
An internationally acclaimed non-verbal performance combining live drawing, screen projection, and interactive sound effects, wrapping up its Busan run this Friday. A family-friendly option for something different.

Writers & Readers: Spoken Word Event (Gwangan)
September 19 | 2:00 PM-5:00 PM, Liquid Arts Open Stage at 6:30 PM | Dububiji (4F), Gwangan | 10,000 won, covers both events.
A Book'd x Dububiji x Liquid Arts spoken word afternoon featuring American poet and street artist Andy Knowlton, community readings, and an open stage after. Performance spots are limited. Find @bookd_events on Instagram to sign up or reserve.

Choi Band at The Old Man Jazz Lounge (Seomyeon)
September 19 | Part 1 at 9:00 PM, Part 2 at 10:00 PM | The Old Man Jazz Lounge | 10,000 won cover charge, includes both sets.
A local Busan jazz band with over 20 years of chemistry, blending a tight ensemble with funky, fusion-leaning grooves. Call 051-803-2775 or find @the_old_man_jazz_lounge on Instagram to reserve.

Cowchips & Gino Brann at OL'55 (Kyungsung)
September 19 | Doors 7:00 PM, music from 9:30 PM | OL'55, Kyungsung | Free entry.
A two act night pairing solo guitarist Gino Brann's wide-ranging covers and originals with Cowchips, one of Busan's best blues bands, known for sultry vocals and tasty blues guitar. The 55 Special pizza is on the menu. Find @ol55busan on Instagram.

Sunday Funday (Gwangalli)
September 20 | Starts 3:00 PM | HQ Bar, Gwangalli | 5,000 won, includes puzzle challenge entry, unlimited board games, and food and drink specials.
A Book'd x HQ Sunday of games, mimosa and sangria specials, discounted pizza, and a puzzle challenge team competition for a free pizza. Find @bookd_events on Instagram to reserve.

2026 Seven Bridges Tour (Citywide)
September 20 | 6:30 AM-11:30 AM | Start and finish across Busan's major bridges | Check the post for registration.
A 77km cycling tour crossing seven of Busan's bridges, open to cycling club members, invited athletes, and interested individuals, roughly 5,000 participants expected. Check busan7bridges.com for details.

Seven Bridges Festival x Wellmi Wellness (Nam-gu)
September 20 | Mini Ball Barre 1:00 PM-1:50 PM, Band Pilates 3:00 PM-3:50 PM | Yongho Byeolbit Park | 5,000 won no-show prevention deposit, refunded on-site check-in.
A wellness pop-up alongside the Seven Bridges Tour, with two 50-person outdoor fitness sessions using mini balls and resistance bands. Pre-registration opened September 7 via the event site, waitlist spots may be available on-site. Find @radha_yoga_pilates or @wellmikorea on Instagram for details.

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