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Unique festival turns everyday spending into concert tickets

The 2025 Korea Win-Win Bill Concert in Busan (2025 대한민국 상생 영수증 콘서트 in Busan) will take place on Oct. 25 and 26 at Hwamyeong Eco Park. True to its name, this event adds a creative twist to the traditional festival model, allowing receipts worth over 100,000 won, issued by local establishments in Busan, to serve as concert tickets. The concert series offers a unique experience that transforms local consumption into cultural participation, creating a mutually beneficial opportunity for residents and local small business owners.Tickets are priced at 10,000 won and available online through NOL Interpark. In addition to purchasing a ticket, submission of a qualifying receipt is mandatory for every participant. Festivalgoers are encouraged to register their receipts in advance via the official KakaoTalk channel linked below, though on-site registration will also be available. Receipts must meet the following conditions:- Total expenditure exceeding 100,000 won- Issued by local stores and eateries located in Busan (receipts from department stores, franchise supermarkets or local branches of national chains are excluded)- Valid for purchases made between Sept. 9 and the concert datesParticipants will also receive an on-site voucher worth 10,000 won as a ticket reimbursement, which can be used at the flea market or food trucks within the venue. The concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. on both days. On Oct. 25, audiences can enjoy powerful performances by YB, Daybreak, Jung-hyun (Lena) Park, Yeon-woo Kim and Moon-tak Seo. The following day will feature a lineup of beloved solo acts, including Mujin Lee, Lyn, Sohyang, K.Will and Kassy, setting the stage for a romantic evening. There will be no designated seating, so participants are welcome to bring picnic mats and choose their own spots. As the evening may get chilly, bringing warm items such as a blanket or jacket is recommended. Please take note that tents, tables and chairs with legs are strictly prohibited. For more details, please visit the official website linked below. ※ 2025 Korea Win-Win Bill Concert in Busan, Oct. 25-26◎ Hwamyeong Eco Park: 1718-17 Hwamyeong-dong, Buk-gu◎ Website: Click ◎ Tickets: Click ◎ Pre-registration for qualifying receipts: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>consumption: 소비 receipt: 영수증 mandatory: 의무적인 designated: 지정된 prohibit: 금지하다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Fall Strolls Amid Floral Landscapes at Nakdonggang Ecological Park

Fall Strolls Amid Floral Landscapes at Nakdonggang Ecological Park□ The Nakdonggang Management Headquarters has planted a rich assortment of autumn blossoms to create various stunning backdrops.□ Since last May, across three parks, the headquarters has sown seeds such as ▲ yellow cosmos, ▲ kochia, ▲ buckwheat, and ▲ pink muhly grass.○ [Hwamyeong Ecological Park] ▲ Yellow cosmos in the Lotus Area greet visitors meandering along the Gamdongnarutgil Riverwalk from Gupo Station. ▲ Beside the Folk Play Yard, the newly established Kochia Patch will blaze brilliant red in mid-October—a rare and picturesque sight in Busan.○ [Samnak Ecological Park] ▲ The Themed Flowerbed in the Family Park Zone features flowers that showcase the charms of each season. ▲ The Buckwheat Meadow in the Migratory Bird Feeding Habitat sways in a sea of white blooms. It also plays an important ecological role by providing essential nourishment for migrating birds, thereby helping to maintain a graceful balance between scenic beauty and conservation.○ [Daejeo Ecological Park] ▲ The Pink Muhly Grass Field near Parking Lot 2 undulates in gentle waves under the sun, blending harmoniously with the Bamboo Trail. It has already become a favorite photo spot for families and couples alike.Directions▣ Hwamyeong Ecological Park① Aquatic Plant Garden (Kochia)- By Car: Park at Lot 3 (125 Saengtaegongwon-gil, Buk-gu) → Walk to the folk play tard- By Public TransitMetro: Sujeong Station (Line 2) → Enter the underpass in front of Daelim Ssangyong Gangbyeon Town → Pass the inline skating rink → Reach the aquatic plant gardenBus: Neighborhood Bus Routes 15, 59, 111, 121 → Get off at the Buk-gu Community Health Center → Walk 10 minutes into the park → Proceed to the folk play yard② Lotus Area (Yellow Cosmos)- By Car: Park at Lot 5 (815 Deokcheon-dong, Buk-gu) → Walk toward the auto camping ground- By Public TransitMetro: Hwamyeong Station (Line 2, Exit 1) → Walk 1

Local Festivals in Busan (October–November)

Local Festivals in Busan (October–November)Seomyeon Light Festival 2025○ Period: October 13, 2025 – February 14, 2026○ Venue: Around Seomyeon 1st Street22th Busan Chinatown Culture Festival○ Period: October 17-19, 2025○ Venue: Busan Station, Chinatown in Dong-gu○ Website: https://부산차이나축제.com9th Jeonpo Coffee Festival○ Period: October 17-19, 2025○ Venue: around Jeonpo Cafe Street, Busanjin-gu32nd Busan Jagalchi Festival○ Period: October 23-26, 2025○ Venue: Jagalchi Market○ Website: https://www.ejagalchi.co.kr/31st Dongnae Eupseong History Festival○ Period: October 24-26, 2025○ Venue: North Gate of Dongnae Eupseong, Dongnae Cultural Center, Oncheoncheon Cafe street, Oncheonjang○ Website: https://www.dongnae.go.kr/festival/index.dongnaeCheolma Hanu Bulgogi Festival○ Period: October 29 – November 2, 2025○ Venue: Cheolma Urban Agriculture ParkThe 16th Busan Mackerel Festival○ Period: October 31-November 2, 2025○ Venue: Songdo Beach○ Website: https://www.busangde.co.kr/33rd Yeongdo Bridge Festival○ Period: November 7-9, 2025○ Venue: Yeongdo Amir Park, around Yeongdo Bridge○ Website: http://www.yeongdo.go.kr/ydfestival.webVisit the Calendar of Events to view more events in BusanPlease not the events may be canceled or delayed depending on weather conditions.