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Britpop legends to headline the 2025 Busan International Rock Festival

source: busanrockfestival.comThe 2025 Busan International Rock Festival is set to ignite Samnak Ecological Park from Sept. 26 to 28, bringing three days of pure rock energy to the Nakdonggang River Estuary. As Korea’s longest-running rock festival, it has become a landmark event where music lovers gather to experience world-class performances in a stunning riverside setting.This year’s lineup is stacked with global icons and homegrown legends. Britpop pioneers Suede and American alt-rock giants The Smashing Pumpkins headline the bill, promising unforgettable live sets. They’ll be joined by the genre-bending pop star Mika, Japan’s explosive kawaii metal trio Babymetal, and Korean rock powerhouses Jaurim and Guckkasten.In addition, global stars CNBLUE will deliver their signature high-energy sound led by Busan-born frontman Yong-hwa Jung, who has often expressed love for his hometown. On the closing day, singer-songwriter Seung-yoon Lee takes the stage to woo audiences with his lyrical depth and cross-genre versatility. With a lineup this dynamic, Busan is ready to rock like never before.※ 2025 Busan International Rock Festival, Sept. 26 to 28◎ Samnak Ecological Park: 29-46 Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu◎ Website: busanrockfestival.com/◎ Instagram: @busanrockfest◎ Tickets (KOR): https://ticket.yes24.com/Perf/53880◎ Tickets (ENG): https://ticket.yes24.com/Pages/English/Perf/FnPerfDeail.aspx?IdPerf=53880

Changes to Busan Cinema Center Theater Operations in Preparation for BIFF

Changes to Busan Cinema Center Theater Operations in Preparation for BIFFThere will be no film screenings at the Busan Cinema Center from Thursday, September 3rd to Tuesday, September 16th due to preparations for the 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).Sep. 3 to Sep. 16 - No film screenings at all theaters in the Busan Cinema CenterThe 30th BIFF is set to take place from Wednesday, September 17 to Friday, September 26 at the Busan Cinema Center.Regular film screenings will resume on Sunday, September 28, 2025.BIFF website: https://www.biff.kr/Busan Cinema Center website: http://www.dureraum.org/

Busan Moonlight Wellness Challenge in Fall

Busan Moonlight Wellness Challenge in Fall□ In line with the goals of ‘Busan, the City of Everyday Sports’ and ‘Busan, Home to a Variety of Sports,’ Busan Metropolitan City will hold the 2025 Busan Moonlight Wellness Challenge once a week from September 7 to November 8, 2025, totaling nine sessions.□ This outdoor, community-based program will be staged in parks and along beaches, featuring ▲ bodyweight exercises, ▲ yoga, ▲ circuit training, ▲ jumping, ▲ running drills, ▲ Zumba, and ▲ cheerleading.○ It will take place on weekends at Gwangalli Beach (September, 4 sessions), Busan Citizens Park (October, 3 sessions), and Songdo Beach (October–November, 2 sessions). Participation is free and open to all citizens through advanced or on-site sign-up.□ Popular creators—Shim Euddeum, Kang Hana, Bbangneu, Fundamental, and Schoolfoodking—together with top instructors—Lee Jin-yi and Kim Yeon-jeong—will guide participants directly. Those interested are encouraged to check out the schedule and locations beforehand.○ [Gwangalli Beach] ▲ Moonlight Workouts (September 7, Shim Euddeum), ▲ Moonlight Beach Yoga (September 14, Bbangneu), ▲ Moonlight Flow (September 21, Kang Hana), ▲ Beach Circuit Training (September 28, Fundamental)○ [Busan Citizens Park] ▲ Moonlit Jumping (October 4, Lee Ho-ju), ▲ Running Drills (October 11, Lee Jin-yi), ▲ Lunar Zumba (October 18, Kim Su-yeon)○ [Songdo Beach] ▲ Moonlight Family Fit with Kids (October 25, Schoolfoodking), ▲ Cheerleading Dance (November 8, Kim Yeon-jeong)○ Engaging activities with influencers, such as ▲ Muscle Beach, ▲ Stamina Champion Contest, ▲ National Sports Festival Challenge, and ▲ Beach Survival, are guaranteed to spark excitement and motivation throughout the series.□ In addition, ▲ fitness booths, ▲ local club showcases, ▲ magic shows and live band music will deliver energetic autumn evenings where sports and recreation come alive in Busan.□ Onl