Welcome to Busan! This final weekend of February brings a spectacular free show on the beach and your last chance to catch some fascinating indoor exhibitions before they wrap up. Plan your February 28th and March 1st with these top family picks.
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Gwangalli M Drone Light Show
Gwangalli Beach
A spectacular, free light show over the ocean on Saturday night.
Shells, Traces of Korea and Japan Preserved in Shells Exhibition
National Maritime Museum of Korea
A fascinating indoor look at shells and history at the Maritime Museum.
Gwangalli M Drone Light Show
Gwangalli Beach
The big lights and music are thrilling for all ages, especially on Saturday.
· February 28
2: This is your final opportunity to see the Domoheon Winter Illumination before it closes down for the season on Saturday night.It concludes on Saturday, Feb 28th, making it a good precursor event before heading to the Drone Show.
: Catch the closing night for the Domoheon Media Facade display. Check local listings for exact projection times this Saturday.Like the Winter Illumination, this show ends on Saturday, Feb 28th, giving you one last chance.
· March 1
1SHELLS, TRACES OF KOREA AND JAPAN PRESERVED IN SHELLS EXHIBITION : A fascinating look at shells preserving Korean and Japanese history. Since it closes March 2nd, Sunday is a great day to visit this unique museum exhibit.It’s wrapping up on Monday, so Sunday afternoon is the ideal time slot for a relaxed visit to the Maritime Museum.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5FREE : Catch the spectacular closing performance of this permanent drone light show for the winter season. Hundreds of drones create incredible themes in the night sky over Gwangalli Beach.This is the final confirmed showing for the winter season schedule on Saturday, making it an unmissable, free family event.
: Explore the history of Yeongdo through this exhibition, which is wrapping up early next week. It's a nice indoor option for Sunday afternoon.It runs until March 2nd, making Sunday the perfect time to visit before the Monday rush.
: This contemporary art exhibition runs through the weekend. The museum setting offers a good, calm indoor activity for Saturday.It offers indoor cultural enrichment available all day Saturday.
: Explore this exhibition running through spring at the Citizens Park History Museum. A thoughtful way to spend part of your Sunday indoors.It’s running all weekend and provides a different historical context than the other museum exhibits.
: Check out this photography exhibition focusing on the famous street artist Banksy happening at the Busan Citizens Hall all weekend.Banksy is globally recognized, offering engaging visual art that appeals strongly to teens and older tweens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Busan this weekend?
The best free event running this weekend is the Gwangalli M Drone Light Show on Saturday, February 28th, with performances scheduled for 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Are there any last-chance events before March?
Yes, the Domoheon Winter Illumination and Domoheon Media Facade both end this Saturday (Feb 28th). Several museum exhibitions, including the shell exhibit, wrap up on Monday, March 2nd, so Sunday is a great time for those.
What indoor activities are available for Sunday, March 1st?
On Sunday, you can visit the Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum for the 'Vaults, Connected' or 'Treasure Island' exhibits, or check out the Banksy Photo Exhibition at the Busan Citizens Hall.
