The vibrant Busan Fireworks Festival dazzled tens of thousands of spectators on the night of November 9th, painting the skies over Gwangalli Beach and Gwangandaegyo Bridge with a kaleidoscope of colors.
As one of South Korea's most anticipated annual events, the festival did not disappoint, drawing an estimated one million visitors to witness its breathtaking displays.
This year’s festival, themed “A Leap Toward Busan as a Global Hub City,” featured an array of innovative and colorful displays, promising a more dynamic experience than ever before.
The event kicked off at 7:10 PM with the first act, a stunning international fireworks show.
China’s renowned fireworks team, “Fire Show,” which has orchestrated over 1,000 displays worldwide, illuminated the skies with a 15-minute spectacle that left the audience spellbound.
The second act, presented by Hanwha, one of Korea’s leading fireworks producers, was the “Busan Multi-Fireworks Show.”
Running for 35 minutes under the theme “Attraction, Excitement, Resonance,” it featured synchronized pyrotechnics set to music, creating a visual and auditory feast for the audience.
This year introduced two new crowd-pleasers: the "Wave Fireworks," which mirrored rippling water patterns along the iconic Gwangandaegyo Bridge, and “Text Fireworks,” designed to spell out messages symbolizing Busan’s global aspirations.
Another first was the parachute fireworks, which gently descended from the sky, adding a magical touch to the display.
The grand finale was a jaw-dropping 400-meter-wide fireworks explosion that drew gasps and cheers from the crowd.
Smartphones were raised high as attendees scrambled to capture the momentous scenes, creating a sea of glowing screens that mirrored the brilliance of the night sky.
The festivities weren’t confined to the beaches.
The waters of Gwangalli Bay hosted over 160 vessels, including yachts and ferries, offering exclusive views of the displays.
This floating audience added to the festival’s unique appeal, as the sparkling sea reflected the dazzling pyrotechnics above.
With over a million attendees anticipated, Busan City took extensive precautions to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all.
A total of 6,700 personnel, including police officers, firefighters, and government workers, were deployed to manage the event.
Real-time monitoring through CCTV cameras allowed officials to track crowd density and implement measures like access restrictions to prevent overcrowding.
The beachfront and nearby streets operated under a strict 200,000-person capacity limit, with entry temporarily closed once the limit was reached.
Other safety measures included the use of LED congestion control vehicles, which were increased from six to eight this year, and the deployment of "stilt-walking police officers," who offered an elevated vantage point to monitor crowds more effectively.
To facilitate the massive influx of visitors, the Busan Transportation Corporation significantly boosted subway services.
Trains on all four subway lines ran an additional 240 times, and the last train departures were extended by 25 minutes, ensuring smooth travel for attendees returning home late at night.
The Busan Fireworks Festival continues to cement its reputation as a world-class event, combining cutting-edge pyrotechnics with meticulous planning to provide an unforgettable experience for attendees.
As the last sparks faded from the sky, the cheers and applause from the crowd were a testament to the festival’s success, leaving both locals and visitors eager to return for next year’s spectacle.
This year’s event not only celebrated Busan’s beauty and cultural vibrancy but also highlighted the city’s ambition to shine as a global hub.
For those fortunate enough to attend, it was a night where dreams took flight—on trails of fire and light.
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