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FLY ASIA 2026 for International Startups NOW OPEN

FLY ASIA 2026 for International Startups NOW OPENAnnouncement Period | June 22 – July 31, 2026Application Period | July 1 – July 31, 2026 (18:00 KST)[Event Overview]-Date : October 7(Wed) – October 8(Thu), 2026 (Final Round)-Venue : BEXCO Exhibition Center 1 (Hall 1 Hall 2A)Busan, Republic of Korea-Hosted by : BUSAN METROPOLITAN CITY-Organized by : BUSAN STARTUP INVESTMENT AGENCY[Target Applicants]Innovative global startups with the capability and strategic plans for international expansion. Please refer to the official website(www.fly-asia.org/eng) for information regarding the Excluded Criteria Important.Source: Fly Asia 2026 Facebook

2026 Car-Free Cultural Street in Gwangalli

2026 Car-Free Cultural Street in GwangalliIn July and August, Gwangalli Beach comes alive as a nighttime destination. Each weekend from 21:00 to 23:30, Suyeong-gu restricts vehicle access and runs the Car-Free Cultural Street program along an 830-meter section of Gwangallihaebyeon-ro, stretching from the Gwangalli SUP Zone Intersection to Meeting Square.Under the theme ‘Summer Night Worth Staying For, Gwangalli to Walk Again,’ the program introduces fresh content focused on relaxation, engagement, and entertainment: ▲ Giant Jenga, ▲ the Beach Lounge where people can listen to music via noise-cancelling headphones, ▲ the Beach Arcade for parents and children alike, ▲ the Beach Chill Area featuring hammocks and beanbags, and ▲ the Beach Photo Spot with LED installations.A broad range of hands-on activities is offered as well. Gwangallihaebyeon-ro becomes a creative canvas centered on the Chalk Art Zone, while diffuser-, bead-, and mask-making workshops are available throughout the program period. A dedicated eco-friendly waste sorting point promotes responsible practices. In addition, curated performances—dance showcases associated with Global Street Dance Heroes in Gwangalli Beach, the Clown Theatre Festival, and the Balcony Music Concert—are staged by the sea.At Gwangalli’s signature summer highlight, the Car-Free Cultural Street, a setting for strolling, unwinding, and creating unforgettable memories unfolds against the sound of waves.Suyeong-gu Office ☎ 610-4211○ Period: July 4–August 30, 2026 (Saturdays and Sundays, 21:00–23:30)※ Closed on Saturday, August 1, due to the Night Race○ Location: Gwangallihaebyeon-ro (Gwangalli SUP Zone Intersection ~ Meeting Square)* For details, please refer to the Suyeong-gu website.Suyeong-gu Blog: https://blog.naver.com/busan_suyeong/224344388542

What to do this weekend: Street Festa at Gwangbok-ro

 The 2026 Starry Night in Busan: Night Festa returns for the second half of 2026. The city’s signature nighttime tourism program promises fun experiences across the city.The program opens with the Street Festa on July 25 from 5 to 8 p.m at Gwangbok-ro (Gwangbok Street) in Nampo-dong. The event will feature a parade and live music at three different spots. Festivalgoers can also enjoy hands-on activities like making dalgona candy, playing traditional games and shopping at a crafts market.The rest of the year will feature the Balcony Music Show, a series of live performances presented from the second-floor balcony of the Busan Brand Shop. Visitors can expect a mix of genres, including K-pop, traditional Korean music and jazz. 2026 Starry Night in Busan: Night Festa Events-Night Walk: (Aug. 29-30): On Aug. 29 and 30, take a waterfront stroll from APEC Naru Park to Millak-dong while enjoying Busan's illuminated waterfront scenery. -Night Music Campnic: On Fridays and Saturdays from Sept. 4 to 19, visit Dadaepo Beach Park to enjoy an outdoor picnic and live music.-Night Market: Every Thursday to Sunday from Sept. 26 to Oct 18, head to Hamyeong Eco Park to enjoy traditional Korean liquor, self-cooking zones, food stalls and interactive experiences for an easy night out.※2026 Starry Night in Busan: Night Festa◎Visit Busan: Click  ◎Instagram: @starry_night_busan.kr<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>second half: 하반기 expect: 예상하다 illumitate: 불을 밝히다 interactive: 상호적인Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Shore up your summer plans with the 30th Busan Sea Festival

 The 30th Busan Sea Festival will take place at Dadaepo Beach. The weeklong event begins on Aug. 7 with a spectacular fireworks display. Visitors can look forward to live performances, hands-on activities, great food and seaside attractions.Making the most of its scenic coastal setting, the Busan Sea Festival will feature three signature zones where people of all ages can relax, play and enjoy summer days and nights. Dadae Pocha will be one of Korea’s largest beachfront food and beverage areas with seating for around 2,000 people and an events stage for live performances.Sunset Beach Club will combine music, wellness and nightlife with areas for yoga and singing bowl meditation programs, as well as a bar and DJ-led EDM performances to keep the party going all night long.The newest edition is Cheongchun Haebang, organized and operated by local university students. The zone will showcase the creativity, passion and energy of the city’s younger generation.Families will also find plenty to enjoy. Dadae Beach Market will offer handmade crafts and vintage goods. Children can cool off at the Fountain Playground. The Sea Concert rounds out the festival with performances by youth choirs and music groups.Instead of staying indoors during the peak of summer, why not head to the Busan Sea Festival and experience the natural beauty of Dadaepo alongside an exciting lineup of seaside programs? More details will be announced on the official website at the link below.※ 30th Busan Sea Festival, Aug. 7 to 13◎ Dadaepo Beach: 14, Morundae 1-gil, Saha-gu◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Website: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>combine: 합치다 meditation: 명상 creativity: 창의성 instead of: ~대신에Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy