Place and season
2026 Haeundae Sand Festival runs May 15–18 at Haeundae Beach
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Local information
Address
Haeundae Beach area, Haeundae-gu, Busan
How to get there
About 5 minutes walk from Haeundae Station (Line 2), Exits 3 or 5. The area gets crowded during the festival, so plan to arrive early.
The 2026 Haeundae Sand Festival runs from Friday, May 15 to Monday, May 18 at Haeundae Beach. This year's theme, "Time Travel to Busan through Sand," showcases large-scale sand sculptures depicting Busan's past, present, and future across the beach.
The festival operates daily from 10:00 to 22:00. The sand sculpture exhibition itself continues through Sunday, June 14, so you can still view the works after the festival period. Admission is free, though some hands-on programs carry a fee.
Haeundae Beach is a 5-minute walk from Haeundae Station (Line 2). Weekends draw large crowds, so allow extra travel time. Comfortable shoes for walking on sand are recommended.
Check the official site for the latest program schedule and performer lineup, as details may change based on conditions.