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![Festival] 2026 Busan International Film Festival Schedule, Opening and Closing Ceremony Information (Oct. 6-15)](https://mblogthumb-phinf.pstatic.net/MjAyNjEwMDRfODkg/MDAxNzkxMDgwMDM0MDkx.lD9IAmMVYeRt1Ut14r-vWaJ3D7WB8PCF4KE-xZwJFTog.8dng7ZCjahwnPl9Rpq3mqQDGd_FmDz4MatNQBGd7pzgg.JPEG/900_1791080033496.jpg?type=w800)
The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) opening ceremony successfully commenced on October 6, 2026, around the Busan Cinema Center. The area was bustling with crowds eager to witness the red carpet and soak in the festival atmosphere, with official daily newspapers being distributed, reflecting the vibrant energy of the event.
The festival runs for ten days, from October 6 to 15. The opening ceremony on October 6 featured guest entry from 5 PM, the red carpet at 6 PM, official proceedings at 7 PM, and the screening of the opening film at 8:20 PM. The opening film was 'The Table: Day and Night,' and opening ceremony tickets were priced at 30,000 KRW. Beyond the main ceremony, various programs like Open Cinema and events at Dureraum Plaza were available for general attendees.
Bloggers noted that even without purchasing tickets, visitors could fully enjoy the festival atmosphere at the Busan Cinema Center. They particularly recommended checking out the official daily newspapers and catalogs distributed on-site for festival news and programs, suggesting they make great souvenirs. Tips included using public transportation due to road closures and bringing mobile devices and earphones to access multilingual interpretation services.
