Christmas Village Busan 2026 comes to Busan Cinema Center (영화의전당) from Thursday, November 26 to Friday, December 25, 2026. It does not open every day in that window. The village is open on 21 set days only: Thursday to Sunday through December 20, then every day from December 21 to 25. This year entry needs a paid ticket, and the second early-bird release on YES24 starts at 4,900 KRW (~$3.70 USD).
What Is Christmas Village Busan?
Christmas Village Busan bills itself as “a Christmas village that appears in Busan once a year.” Last year it drew 450,000 visitors. For this edition it has become a Christmas theme park where you walk around, watch, taste and take part. Villagers such as Santa, a mail carrier and a lodge keeper greet you as you arrive. There is also a snowy square, a parade, choir performances, limited-edition Christmas food and gift shops. If you are looking for a Christmas outing at Busan Cinema Center or a Christmas market in Busan, this is a good fit.
The organizers switched to paid tickets this year to cut down on queues and crowding, and they expect around 300,000 visitors. The event is hosted by Food Travel Co., Ltd. (㈜푸드트래블) and the Busan Cinema Center Foundation ((재)영화의전당), and organized by Market Changgo (마켓창고).
Christmas Village Busan 2026 Dates and Opening Hours
Key Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | 21 set opening days between Thursday, November 26 and Friday, December 25, 2026 |
| Venue | Busan Cinema Center (영화의전당), 120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero (U-dong), Haeundae-gu, Busan (부산광역시 해운대구 수영강변대로 120 (우동)) |
| Age limit | All ages |
| Inquiries | 070-4680-1718 |
| Official website | https://litt.ly/christmasvillagebusan |
| Tickets | https://ticket.yes24.com/perf/60679 |
Opening Days
| Week | Dates | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Nov 26 (Thu) – Nov 29 (Sun) | Thu–Sun |
| Week 2 | Dec 3 (Thu) – Dec 6 (Sun) | Thu–Sun |
| Week 3 | Dec 10 (Thu) – Dec 13 (Sun) | Thu–Sun |
| Week 4 | Dec 17 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun) | Thu–Sun |
| Week 5 | Dec 21 (Mon) – Dec 25 (Fri) | Every day |
The village is closed Monday through Wednesday until December 21. For example, November 30 to December 2 are not opening days, so check the table above before you settle on a date.
Opening Hours
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 16:00 – 22:00 |
| Weekends (Sat & Sun) | 11:00 – 22:00 |
| Christmas season | 11:00 – 22:00 |
Weekday gates don’t open until 4 p.m. If you want to visit in daylight, go on a weekend or during the Christmas season.
What to Do at Christmas Village Busan
The main draws are a Christmas food hall, curated shops, a Santa parade, busking and choir performances.
The Christmas “Banquet Hall”
Chef Kang Leo (강레오), the event’s official ambassador, joins local Busan brands to serve Christmas menus. You’ll find limited-edition seasonal dishes from local brands and a special Kang Leo × Christmas Village Busan menu.
The Gift “Shop”
These gift shops exist only inside the Christmas village. Expect curated stalls for finding something special, plus limited-edition seasonal merchandise.
Immersive Christmas Experiences
In the village, the ringing of bells marks each part of the day. The square, with its giant tree and bell tower, hosts snowfall moments, a Santa parade, choir performances and a group toast. You can also meet the villagers (NPCs), including Santa, the mail carrier, the lodge keeper and the bellboy.
The “Snowy Forest” and the “Lodge”
The snowy forest has snowmen and a children’s playground. In the lodge, you can warm up by the fire while listening to buskers.
Christmas Village Busan Tickets and Booking
Tickets are sold through YES24. The prices below are from the second early-bird release.
| Ticket | Price | Entry hours |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas season pass | 13,900 KRW (~$10.50 USD) | 11:00 – 22:00 |
| Weekend day | 4,900 KRW (~$3.70 USD) | 11:00 – 22:00 |
| Weekend night | 6,900 KRW (~$5.20 USD) | 16:00 – 22:00 |
| Weekday | 4,900 KRW (~$3.70 USD) | 16:00 – 22:00 |
- Tickets are open-dated. You don’t pick a visit date when you book.
- Tickets are issued as mobile tickets.
- You can book on the day of your visit, as long as it’s before your entry time. Same-day bookings can’t be canceled, refunded or changed.
Cancellation Fees
| When you cancel | Fee |
|---|---|
| Within 7 days of booking | None |
| Day 8 after booking to 10 days before your visit | 4,000 KRW (~$3 USD) per ticket (capped at 10% of the ticket price) |
| 9–7 days before your visit | 10% of the ticket price |
| 6–3 days before your visit | 20% of the ticket price |
| 2 days before your visit until the cancellation deadline | 30% of the ticket price |
The booking fee is refunded only if you cancel before midnight on the day you booked. For booking questions, call the YES24 customer center at 1544-6399.
How to Get to Christmas Village Busan at Busan Cinema Center
The event takes place at Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan. You can walk there from Centum City Station on Busan Metro Line 2.
| From | By | Route | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centum City Station (Busan Metro Line 2) | On foot | Exit 12 or 6 → Busan Cinema Center | About 5 min |
Exit 12 brings you out in front of Shinsegae Department Store. Walk straight, turn right toward Shinsegae Department Store, and continue for about 200 m.
We couldn’t confirm official information on getting there from Seoul, Incheon International Airport or Gimhae International Airport, or on taxi fares and current parking fees. Before you plan your trip, check with the organizers (070-4680-1718) or on the official website.
Tips for Visiting Christmas Village Busan
- Check the opening days first. Until December 20, the village is open Thursday to Sunday only. To go on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, choose a date from December 21 onward.
- Weekday entry starts at 4 p.m. Weekday tickets get you in from 16:00. For daytime visits, buy a weekend day ticket or the Christmas season pass.
- Think before booking on the day. Same-day tickets can’t be canceled, refunded or changed.
- Have your mobile ticket ready. Tickets come to your phone, so keep yours open before you reach the entrance.
- Take the subway. The venue is about a 5-minute walk from Centum City Station.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas Village Busan 2026?
It runs from Thursday, November 26 to Friday, December 25, 2026, on 21 set opening days. Until December 20 it opens Thursday to Sunday only, and from December 21 to 25 it opens every day.
Is it open Monday through Wednesday?
Not before December 21. From Monday, December 21 to Friday, December 25, it is open every day of the week.
How much are tickets, and where do I book?
Tickets are booked on YES24. Second early-bird prices are 4,900 KRW (~$3.70 USD) for weekday and weekend day tickets, 6,900 KRW (~$5.20 USD) for weekend night tickets and 13,900 KRW (~$10.50 USD) for the Christmas season pass. Book at https://ticket.yes24.com/perf/60679.
How do weekday and weekend hours differ?
Weekdays run 16:00–22:00, while weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and the Christmas season run 11:00–22:00. If you want to visit during the day, go on a weekend or during the Christmas season.
How do I get to Busan Cinema Center by subway?
It’s about a 5-minute walk from Exit 12 or 6 of Centum City Station on Busan Metro Line 2. From Exit 12, turn right toward Shinsegae Department Store and walk straight for about 200 m.
Can same-day tickets be canceled or refunded?
No. Same-day bookings can’t be canceled, refunded or changed. Tickets booked in advance can be canceled free of charge within 7 days of booking.
Does it get crowded?
The organizers moved to paid tickets this year to reduce queues and crowding. Last year’s event drew 450,000 visitors, and the organizers expect about 300,000 this year.
Can I bring kids?
Yes. The event is open to all ages, and the snowy forest has snowmen and a children’s playground.
