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Food, Music, and Even Your Dog… “2026 Starry Night Busan Night Music Campnic” to Be Held

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Busan Metropolitan City, headed by Mayor Chun Jae-soo, announced that the “2026 Starry Night Busan Night Music Campnic” will be held at Dadaepo Beach Park every Friday and Saturday from September 4 to 19, for a total of six events.

Jointly hosted by Busan Metropolitan City and Saha-gu District and organized by the Busan Tourism Organization, the “2026 Starry Night Busan Night Music Campnic” marks its fourth edition this year.

Set against Dadaepo Beach, renowned for its spectacular sunsets, the event is a signature nighttime tourism attraction in western Busan where visitors can enjoy the sea, sunset, music, and the atmosphere of camping all at once.

Last year’s event in 2025 attracted approximately 15,000 visitors over four days, establishing itself as a new source of vitality for nighttime tourism in western Busan.

This year, three plazas within Dadaepo Beach Park will each feature a distinct concept: Sunset Eatnic, a food zone, at Plaza 1; Night Music Campnic, a live performance zone, at Plaza 2; and Play Pupnic, a pet-friendly zone, at Plaza 3.

In particular, unlike other beaches in Busan, Dadaepo Beach Park features expansive, level lawns and a coastal pine trail, making it one of the city’s popular destinations for walking dogs.

[Sunset Eatnic] At Plaza 1, Sunset Eatnic will offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy local food while taking in Dadaepo’s beautiful sunset.

Popular local food vendors, including Oppajim and Jeongjik Yubu, will operate booths, along with 16 dining tents where visitors can comfortably enjoy their meals. After dining, visitors can head to the beach and the Campnic and Pupnic zones in Plazas 2 and 3 to enjoy a variety of programs.

Event and photo zones will also be available, showcasing the appeal of local tourism while offering visitors a wide range of activities.

[Night Music Campnic] At Plaza 2, Night Music Campnic will feature live music performances, including K-pop dance, jazz, and pop, based on weekly themes of Energy, Relax, and Afterglow, adding even more sparkle to the nights of western Busan.

At the opening ceremony on September 4, comedian Heo Kyung-hwan will serve as a special host, interacting with the audience, launching the festivities, and energizing the venue.

Visitors can relax in camping chairs while enjoying the sea breeze and music. Paid admission also includes a Campnic package with beer, snacks, and other items in a designated area close to the main stage, offering an enhanced festival experience.

[Play Pupnic] Plaza 3 will host the pet-friendly Play Pupnic, featuring a Pupnic zone where visitors can safely run and play with their dogs, an obstacle-course experience zone featuring a dog sports day, and a photo zone.

Pet hygiene care experiences will also be offered with the participation of local universities Tongmyong University and Busan Institute of Science and Technology. On September 19, a special dog wellness program, “Pupness Therapy,” will provide dogs with a unique opportunity to relax.

[Wellness and Event Programs] Unconventional wellness programs and participatory events designed to promote both fun and well-being will also take place throughout the venue.

The ongoing Stamp Tour will invite visitors to experience all three themed plazas. Those who complete the tour, collect all the stamps, and participate in a satisfaction survey will receive a small commemorative gift.

At Plaza 1, basketball-hoop trash bins will be available throughout all six event days, encouraging visitors to enjoyably participate in waste sorting while helping create an environmentally friendly and clean festival setting.

On September 18, a Slow Jogging program will also be held against the open scenery of Dadaepo Beach Park, allowing participants to run at a leisurely pace and refresh their tired bodies and minds.

Detailed schedules and information on how to participate are available through the Visit Busan tourism portal at https://www.visitbusan.net or the city’s dedicated channel, @starrynightbusan.

Some programs, including Night Music Campnic and Play Pupnic, require a fee, and visitors are advised to check participation details in advance.

Na Yoon-bin, Director-General of the Tourism and MICE Bureau of Busan Metropolitan City, said, “The combination of Dadaepo Beach Park’s expansive natural setting and atmospheric nighttime content will offer visitors a truly memorable experience. We hope visitors to Busan will enjoy a special moment of relaxation and create lasting memories amid the beautiful harmony of Busan’s sea, sunset, and music.”