Haeundae Sand Festival (해운대 모래축제)

Explanation

Held every year between May and June, the Haeundae Sand Festival is Korea’s largest sand festival. Set on Haeundae Beach, one of the nation's most iconic seaside destinations, the festival celebrates the beauty of Haeundae and highlights the value of sand as an important marine resource. Each year, world-class sand sculptures, hands-on programs, and performances are presented under a new theme. In 2026, the festival will be held under the theme “Busan,” showcasing the city’s dynamic transformation from past to present and into the future, while highlighting the unique charm that has captivated visitors from around the world. The festival runs from May 15 to 18, while the sand sculpture exhibition will remain open through June 14.

Inquiry

Haeundae-gu, Busan +82-51-749-4064

Homepage

www.haeundae.go.kr/tour/

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2026년 05월 15일

Event end date : 2026년 05월 18일

Venue : Haeundae Beach

Show time : 10:00~21:00

Program of events : World Sand Sculpture Exhibition, Sand Sculpture Experience Class, Sand Sledding, Sand Observatory, Sand Playground & Rest Area

Organizer info : Haeundae-gu, Busan

Contact the organizer : +82-51-749-4064

Sponsor Information : Haeundae-gu, Haeundae Cultural Center

Charges (Hours) : Free (fees vary by programs)

Location

280, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Directions

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