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Disabled Athletes and Enthusiasts in Busan Gather in One Place! The 27th Busan Festival of Sports for the Disabled Kicks Off Today (June 24)

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The Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that the 27th Busan Festival of Sports for the Disabled will be held from June 24 (Mon) to June 30 (Sun) at Gangseo Sports Park and nearby venues including the Lawn Bowl Stadium.

Hosted annually by the Busan Sports Association for the Disabled with support from the city, the festival is designed to promote physical and mental rehabilitation, social harmony, and increased participation in recreational sports by individuals with disabilities.

This year’s event will bring together more than 3,500 participants, including:

• ●674 athletes representing all 16 districts and counties,

• ●2,826 staff, family members, and volunteers,

• ●Disabled athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts who will showcase the skills they've honed over the past year.

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Competition Details

• ●14 total sports will be featured, including:

• ○6 official sports: gateball, billiards, lawn bowls, etc.

• ○8 experience-based sports: boccia, hookball, hangung (Korean-style archery), etc.

• ●Awards: Medals and prizes will be given to winners in both official and select experience-based events.

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Opening Ceremony

• ●Date: June 24

• ●Pre-show: 10:30 AM

• ●Official Ceremony: 11:00 AM

• ●Location: Gangseo Indoor Gymnasium

• ●Attendees: Mayor Park Heong-joon, city council members, district mayors, the Secretary General of the Korea Sports Association for the Disabled, and participating athletes.

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This year’s festival is particularly significant as it will help promote the 2025 National Sports Festival for the Disabled, scheduled to be held in Busan in October. It is expected to boost public awareness and interest in inclusive sports.

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Mayor Park Heong-joon stated:

“Through this festival, we aim to create a space of unity for citizens, volunteers, and both disabled and non-disabled individuals.
We kindly ask for the public’s continued support as we work toward becoming a city where everyone can enjoy the benefits of daily sports — a true ‘heaven of sports for all.’”