Busan

Board Game Café RED BUTTON Seomyeon

Activity-led social; shared games lower first-contact awkwardness. ~30 RSVPs shown.

TBD

A meetup for the English-speaking tech community in Korea to learn from industry experts and expand professional networks.

Online (Zoom)

A meetup organized by Dev Korea for English-speaking tech professionals in Korea, including Busan. It features learning from industry experts and networking opportunities.

Online / TBD

A recurring tech event organized by Dev Korea for the English-speaking tech community in Busan. Attendees can connect with industry experts and expand their professional network.

Hideout Cocktail Bar

A regular meetup for tech and startup enthusiasts in Busan, including programmers, designers, and entrepreneurs. It features networking and drinks in a relaxed bar setting.

Online / TBD

A recurring tech event organized by Dev Korea for English-speaking tech professionals in Korea. Features talks, networking, and community updates.

TBD

A language exchange meetup featuring Korean traditional games such as Sugar Honeycombs and Ttakji-chigi to break the ice. It is designed for anyone looking to practice languages in a fun, social setting.

Busan Library, 2F Sodambang 1

Small recurring adult office-worker reading club (~15 + 1 seats). Highest conversation-quality-per-capita in the window; repeat attendance enables second/third encounters. Inquiry 051-310-5468.

Seoul

An international conference covering engineering and technology topics. It is held in Seoul but included as a nearby tech event relevant to Busan attendees.

Busan Cinema Center

Media-tech festival: summit, investment pitch showcase, platform day, OST concert, awards. Best serious professional/media-tech networking.

TBD

An event for English-speaking tech professionals to connect and learn from industry experts. The event is organized by Dev Korea and is open to all tech professionals.

Seoul

This is a conference on engineering and technology, attendance is recommended for those interested in the field.

Pub Dayoff

Bar-adjacent make-friends language/social event; noisier than café/library formats.

Pub Dayoff

Grassroots tech/AI after-work social — clearest pure tech meetup in the window, but sparse public metadata (verify on Eventbrite).

CAFEWITH

Conversation-first recurring Friday language exchange; ~32 RSVPs shown for the Jun 5 occurrence. Very high social fit.

BillieJean Seomyeon

A recurring language exchange party every Friday and Saturday evening with free entry and one free drink. Open to all for language practice and socializing.

Seomyeon food street area

Expat/international Friday social. Note: organizer takes photos/videos for promotion.

North Port Waterfront Park

Large North Port festival; big mixed crowd, good for volume. Busan Stn Exit 6.

Seomyeon food street area

International party social; higher energy, lower conversation depth than markets/clubs.

Gwangalli Beach

Free ~1,000-drone light show over Gwangalli Beach every Saturday evening (Mar–Aug at 8pm & 10pm). Easy low-pressure beach social night; weather-dependent. Gwangan Stn Exit 3/5.

Hwamyeong Ecological Park

Free picnic-style K-culture park concert; good crowd energy.

Undisclosed

A networking mixer for professionals in tech, AI, data, and IT fields. It offers an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in Busan.

TBD

A Chinese language exchange group welcoming Chinese, Korean, and English speakers for cultural exchange and friendship. It focuses on mutual understanding and language practice.

BEXCO

Outdoors/lifestyle camping-vehicle expo; relaxed public browsing crowd. Centum City Stn Exit 1.

BEXCO

A major exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in mobility and transportation. Runs from June 27 to July 5.

BEXCO (Busan Exhibition and Convention Center)

An international exhibition focused on mobility technologies, including electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and smart transportation. The event runs from June 27 to July 5, 2026.

Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO)

A major exhibition showcasing the latest in mobility technology, including electric vehicles and smart transportation solutions. Perfect for industry professionals and tech enthusiasts.

TBD

A language exchange meetup focusing on English, Spanish, and Korean, accompanied by makgeolli tasting. It aims to improve language skills through conversation and learning about traditional Korean alcohol.

Busan Asiad Main Stadium

A two-day K-culture festival headlined by major K-pop acts like AKMU, HAECHAN, and EVAN, celebrating the 10th anniversary of BOF. Ideal for K-pop and Korean culture fans.

Gwangalli Beach

Free ~1,000-drone light show over Gwangalli Beach every Saturday evening (Mar–Aug at 8pm & 10pm). Easy low-pressure beach social night; weather-dependent. Gwangan Stn Exit 3/5.

Busan Asiad Main Stadium

Busan's flagship K-culture event celebrating its 10th anniversary with K-pop performances and a global K-culture showcase. It is a major festival for digital nomads interested in Korean culture and music.

BEXCO (Busan Exhibition and Convention Center)

An international exhibition showcasing the latest in mobility technology, from electric vehicles to smart transportation. Ideal for digital nomads with an interest in future mobility trends.

BEXCO

Major biennial auto/mobility expo (formerly Busan International Motor Show); very high foot traffic. Big public crowd, less targeted for meeting people. Centum City Stn Exit 1.

TBD

An international mobility show featuring the latest technologies and innovations in the field of mobility. The event will include exhibitions, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Busan

This is a mobility show featuring the latest technology and innovations in the field.

Busan Asiad Main Stadium

The second day of the Busan One Asia Festival, continuing with more K-pop performances and cultural showcases.

TBD

A B2B tech event for industry professionals to connect and learn from each other. The event will feature exhibitions, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Jakarta

This is a technology expo for B2B companies, featuring the latest innovations and trends.

Jakarta

B2B Tech Asia conference organized by VRITIMES, connecting business-to-business technology professionals. The event features tech exhibitions and networking opportunities.

TBD (varies weekly)

Weekly meetup for digital nomads and remote workers in Busan, hosted by Digital Nomads Korea. Connect with like-minded individuals and immerse in local culture.

Online (Discord/Kakao)

An online language exchange for Korean and English speakers, based in Busan but held virtually. Participants connect via Discord and Kakao group talk for practice.