Table of Contents
- National Sports Festival Opening Ceremony: A Celebration with Citizens
- Ticket Distribution Method and Precautions
- Main Schedule and Performances of the Opening Ceremony
- Overview of the National Sports Festival and the Disabled Sports Festival
- Conclusion: A Cultural and Sports Festival Enjoyed by Everyone in Busan
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
National Sports Festival Opening Ceremony: A Celebration with Citizens
Busan City will distribute tickets for the opening ceremony of the 106th National Sports Festival, scheduled for October 17, starting September 30.
The tickets will be available for free on a first-come, first-served basis, allowing any citizen of Busan to receive up to 2 tickets at any of the 16 district and county administrative welfare centers.
Beyond a simple sports event, this opening ceremony is planned as a large-scale cultural festival reflecting Busan's identity and future vision, generating great expectations.
Recommended Readings for the 106th Busan National Sports Festival
Ticket Distribution Method and Precautions
Tickets can be collected from all administrative welfare centers in Busan. Anyone can receive them regardless of their registered address.
However, it is limited to a maximum of 2 tickets per person, and it is mandatory to carry the tickets on the day of the event to gain entry.
Even though they are distributed for free, the first-come, first-served method raises concerns about early depletion.
Main Schedule and Performances of the Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony of the 106th National Sports Festival is scheduled to be held on October 17 at 6 PM at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium.
This year's opening theme is "The Sea Comes In, Busan!" and a storytelling performance will be prepared that reflects Busan's identity as a coastal city.
The event will include the lighting of the torch and the entrance of the athletes, along with a themed performance in the format of an omnibus musical that captures Busan's history and culture. This performance will be led by overall director Park Kalin and stage director Choi Jae Rim.
Additionally, celebratory performances are planned featuring the band Daybreak and singer Kim Tae Woo.
In particular, the container stage setting and various performances are expected to culminate in a cultural arts festival that encompasses Busan's past, present, and future.
Overview of the National Sports Festival and the Disabled Sports Festival
The National Sports Festival will be held from October 17 to 23, 2025, for a total of 7 days. This event is expected to exhibit 50 different sports, with approximately 30,000 athletes participating.
Meanwhile, the National Disabled Sports Festival will take place from October 31 to November 5, 2025, spanning 6 days. Around 10,000 participants are expected across 31 sports.
Events will be held in a total of 82 venues, including the Busan Asiad Main Stadium, with representations from 17 cities and provinces nationwide, including the five islands of the North, as well as overseas Korean athlete groups.
| Event Name | 106th National Sports Festival | 45th National Disabled Sports Festival | |
| Duration | '25. 10. 17.(Fri) ~ 10. 23.(Thu) (7 days) | '25. 10. 31.(Fri) ~ 11. 5.(Wed) (6 days) | |
| Opening Ceremony | Time: 2025.10.17.(Fri) 18:00 Venue: Asiad Main Stadium Attendees: Guests, athletes, staff, audience, etc. | Time: 2025.10.31.(Fri) 17:00 Venue: Asiad Main Stadium Attendees: Guests, athletes, staff, audience, etc. | |
| Theme | Theme | ||
| The Sea Comes In, Busan! - Content: Cultural Performances, Official Events, Celebratory Performances - Performers: Choi Jae Rim, Daybreak, Kim Tae Woo | Waves, Oh La Carah! - Content: Cultural Performances, Official Events, Celebratory Performances - Performers: Lee Sun Hee, Koyote, Ahn Sung Hun | ||
| Closing Ceremony | Time: 2025.10.23.(Thu) 18:00 Venue: Asiad Main Stadium Attendees: Guests, athletes, staff, audience, etc. | Time: 2025.11.05.(Wed) 15:30 Venue: Sajik Indoor Gym Attendees: Guests, athletes, staff, audience, etc. | |
| Theme | Theme | ||
| The Plane Takes Off, Let's Fly! - Content: Cultural Performances, Official Events, Celebratory Performances - Performers: Jin Hae Sung, Kim Hee Jae, Hong Ji Yoon | Let's Get Together! | ||
| Venue | Asiad Main Stadium and 82 other venues | Asiad Main Stadium and 38 other locations | |
| Types of Events | Under 18, University, Open, Overseas Korean | Athlete, Amateur | |
| Sports Events | 50 sports (48 official, 2 demonstration) | 31 sports (all official) | |
| Athletics, Swimming, Soccer, Tennis, Mountain Sports, Canoeing, Squash, etc. (demonstration), Foot Volleyball, Jiu-Jitsu | Soccer, Volleyball, Lawn Bowling, Triathlon, Wheelchair Tennis, Gateball, Bowling, Golf, Showdown, Shullen | ||
| Number of Participants | 30,000 people (20,000 athletes, 10,000 staff) | 10,000 people (7,000 athletes, 3,000 staff) | |
| Participating Teams | 17 metropolitan and provincial teams, five provinces of the North, overseas Korean athlete teams | ||
| Host/Organizer | Korean (Disabled) Athletic Association / Busan City, Busan City Office of Education, Busan (Disabled) Athletic Association | ||
Conclusion: A Cultural and Sports Festival Enjoyed by Everyone in Busan
The opening ceremony of the 106th National Sports Festival is a touching and unifying event meticulously prepared by the City of Busan.
Tickets are provided for free, but will be limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so it is advisable to secure them in advance.
This National Sports Festival will serve as an important opportunity to enhance the status of Busan and share the future vision, celebrating a festival where both the athletes and citizens come together.
#BusanNationalSportsFestival, #NationalSportsFestivalOpeningCeremony, #106thNationalSportsFestival, #BusanAsiadMainStadium, #OpeningCeremonyTickets, #FreeTickets, #FirstComeFirstServed, #DistrictOffice, #CommunityServiceCenter, #AdministrativeWelfareCenter, #SportsFestivalOpeningCeremony, #BusanFestival, #CulturalFestival, #BusanEvent, #BusanSportsFestival, #BusanSports, #TorchLighting, #Daybreak, #KimTaeWoo, #ChoiJaeRim, #ParkKalin, #OmnibusMusical, #BusanIdentity, #BusanVision, #BusanCitizenFestival, #NationalDisabledSportsFestival, #PlacesToVisitInBusan, #BusanPerformance, #BusanEvent, #BusanFreePerformance, #BusanCulture
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How can I receive tickets for the opening ceremony of the 106th National Sports Festival in Busan?
Busan citizens can receive up to 2 tickets for free starting September 30 at the administrative welfare centers of 16 districts and counties.
Tickets will be distributed for free on a first-come, first-served basis at the administrative welfare centers of 16 districts and counties in Busan. Anyone can receive them regardless of their registered address in Busan, with a maximum of 2 tickets allowed per person. On the day of the event, it is essential to have a ticket for entry. Since tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, it is important to obtain them early as they may run out.
Q. What is the main schedule and content of the opening ceremony?
The ceremony will be held at 6 PM on October 17 at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium, featuring the torch lighting, the entrance of athletes, and a musical performance themed around Busan.
The opening ceremony will follow the theme "The Sea Comes In, Busan!" and will present an omnibus musical performance that highlights Busan's maritime and port culture. Under the direction of general director Park Kalin and stage director Choi Jae Rim, various performances and container staging will be featured. The celebratory performances will include the band Daybreak and singer Kim Tae Woo, adding to the festive atmosphere of cultural arts.
Q. When and where will the 106th National Sports Festival and the National Disabled Sports Festival take place?
The National Sports Festival will be held from October 17 to 23, and the National Disabled Sports Festival from October 31 to November 5 in Busan.
The National Sports Festival will take place over 7 days in 82 venues, including the Busan Asiad Main Stadium, featuring 50 sports with approximately 30,000 athletes participating. The National Disabled Sports Festival will be held over 6 days in the same region with around 10,000 participants in 31 sports. Teams from 17 provinces nationwide, as well as five provinces in the North and overseas Korean teams, will participate in this large-scale sports festival.
Q. What should I be aware of when receiving tickets for the opening ceremony?
While tickets are free, they are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so early depletion is possible. Each person can receive a maximum of 2 tickets and must have the ticket on the day of the event.
Since tickets are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, anyone interested should rush to obtain them. They can be obtained from any administrative welfare center in Busan, regardless of the resident's address, but only 2 tickets can be received per person. Additionally, it is crucial to keep the ticket safe, as it is required for entry on the event day.
Q. What is the significance and features of this National Sports Festival opening ceremony?
It is a large cultural and sports festival that embodies Busan's identity and future vision beyond just sports.
The opening ceremony of the 106th National Sports Festival is designed not merely as a formal event but as a cultural and arts celebration enjoyed by both the citizens of Busan and the participating athletes. It integrates performances themed around Busan's history and maritime culture with modern staging techniques, emphasizing regional identity and aims to become a harmonious festival where all citizens can participate. This event is expected to elevate Busan's status and serve as an important opportunity to share the future vision.
