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This winter, Busan’s iconic Busan Cinema
Center transforms into a “Santa Village in the South.”
Sounds magical, right? It’s the Christmas Village Busan 2025! This year’s concept is extra special the story goes that Santa’s helpers
decided to open a southern branch of Santa’s Village right here by the
warm seaside of Busan. You’ll see elves carrying gifts, Rudolph
preparing his sleigh, and even beautifully decorated trees it’ll feel like
stepping right into Santa’s secret workshop!
This is a place where Busan’s young local
brands come together to share global flavors and unique gifts. Inspired by
traditional European Christmas markets, the event is filled with warmth,
festive lights, and lively energy. You’ll find international F&B booths,
Korea’s largest lifestyle flea market “Market Um,” festive party tables, and
even snow performances that make it feel like winter wonderland.
Event Name: Christmas Village Busan
2025
Dates: November 27 (Thu) – December
25 (Thu), 2025
Location: Outdoor Plaza, Busan
Cinema Center, 120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Schedule: Every Thursday to Sunday
(Open daily from Dec 22–25)
Participants: Over 110 brands from
Busan, the Seoul area, and abroad
- About 70 F&B brands
- About 40 lifestyle brands
Booths & Market

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At the heart of this festival is its
beautifully designed “Santa Village Market Zone.”
Every booth is built like a Nordic-style wooden cabin, giving visitors that
cozy European Christmas market vibe.
F&B Zone: Over 70 local food
and beverage brands, a true paradise for food lovers.
Lifestyle Market: Handcrafted
gifts, home décor, and Christmas goodies perfect for presents.
Gift & Flea Zone: Themed spaces
like Santa’s Treasure Room, Santa’s Workshop, and Santa’s
Post Office offer fun hands-on experiences — from gift wrapping to
postcard making.
Food Highlights
This year’s festival is truly a celebration
of flavors!

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Chef Yeo Kyung-ok’s Mapo Tofu Noodles
A comforting Chinese-style noodle dish with a gentle mala aroma — soft
tofu meets a rich, spicy sauce.
Osteria Cotto’s Pumpkin Cream Pasta
Made with 49% real pumpkin purée, this creamy pasta balances natural
sweetness and velvety texture — perfect for a cozy winter night.
Chef Kouji & Ichie’s Hayashi Rice & Menchi Katsu
A Japanese-style comfort meal featuring juicy meat patties and rich
demi-glace sauce — hearty and heartwarming.

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Other must-tries include:
Hyotte’s Chargrilled Pork Pho, Samwon Garden’s Bite-sized Tteokgalbi,
and more local Busan favorites gathered for a “gourmet travel” experience.
And don’t miss the special
collaborations between Busan’s beloved local brands and chefs!
- Atelier Sumida: Strawberry Tiramisu
Latte
- Better Coffee, Better Life: S’more
Hot Chocolate
- Ipte: Chicken Cream Stew
- 1953 Brother Pork Soup: Goulash
Gukbap
Each of these creations is available only
at Christmas Village Busan.
Visit Tips
Transportation: About 10 minutes on
foot from Centum City Station or Haeundae Station (Line 2).
Parking fills up quickly on weekends, so public transport is recommended.
Best Time to Visit:
– Afternoon to Sunset: warm golden light and lively market energy.
– Evening: dazzling lights, music, and the full holiday mood.
You’ll want to experience both!
Dress Code: Sea breezes can be
chilly — don’t forget a warm coat and gloves.
This winter, come experience Busan’s
heartwarming “Santa Village of the South.”
Eat, shop, play, and make unforgettable memories at Christmas Village Busan
2025.
Whether you’re with family, friends, or your special someone, it’s the perfect
way to wrap up the year.
Just picture it — strolling through a snow-filled
market, holding a cup of hot chocolate under the twinkling lights.
Doesn’t it already feel like Christmas magic?