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Gwangju Busking World Cup

Gwangju Busking World Cup Ended

Oct 7, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026 · Gwangju

Music & Performance

This festival has ended — many return annually, so it may come back next year. See current festivals in Gwangju or plan around your dates.
DatesOct 7, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026
VenueMay 18 Democracy Plaza
Address41 Geumnam-ro 1-ga, Dong-gu, Gwangju
AdmissionFree
Hours13:00–22:00
Contact062-228-9812
Official sitewww.buskingworldcup.com/kor/ ↗

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An international street-music competition staged across downtown Gwangju, centered on the May 18 Democracy Plaza. Buskers from Korea and abroad — vocalists, bands, acoustic acts, performers — battle through preliminaries and finals judged by a professional panel, turning the city's streets into open stages for days. Free, 13:00–22:00; the finals nights draw the biggest crowds.

Description translated from official Korean tourism data. Details can change — verify with the organizer before you go.

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