Haeundae Sand Festival (해운대 모래축제)

Held every year between May and June, the Haeundae Sand Festival is Korea’s largest sand festival. Set on Haeundae Beach, one of the nation's most iconic seaside destinations, the festival celebrates the beauty of Haeundae and highlights the value of sand as an important marine resource. Each year, world-class sand sculptures, hands-on programs, and performances are presented under a new theme. In 2026, the festival will be held under the theme “Busan,” showcasing the city’s dynamic transformation from past to present and into the future, while highlighting the unique charm that has captivated visitors from around the world. The festival runs from May 15 to 18, while the sand sculpture exhibition will remain open through June 14.

Event Program

World Sand Sculpture Exhibition, Sand Sculpture Experience Class, Sand Sledding, Sand Observatory, Sand Playground & Rest Area  

Start date

2026-05-15  

End Date

2026-05-18  

Performance Time

10:00~21:00  

Venue

Haeundae Beach  

Fee

Free (fees vary by programs)  

Organizer

Haeundae-gu, Haeundae Cultural Center  

Host Company

Haeundae-gu, Busan  

Host's Contact Information

+82-51-749-4064  

Introduction

Haeundae Sand Festival takes place at Busan’s beautiful Haeundae Beach, an extremely popular summer vacation spot. The festival is the only sand-related eco-festival in Korea, and features beautiful sand and exciting programs for all visitors to enjoy.

Programs

Sand sculpture exhibition, sand sculpture contest, etc.