A journey into the world of books, holding your child's hand – doesn't it sound exciting? 📖
Are you preparing a special gift for your child this winter vacation? If you want a real cultural experience that stimulates your child's imagination and emotions, not just an amusement park or kids cafe, pay attention! The first children's book festival in Korea, the 2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair, is waiting for you in Busan, a city embracing the sea. What treasures will our children discover in this ocean of books created by 160 publishers from 16 countries? Let me tell you how to enjoy it to the fullest! 💙
1. 🎪 A Special Book Festival Where Children Meet the Sea
The 2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair is not just an exhibition. Like this year's theme "The Young Ones and the Sea," it's a large-scale cultural festival where books containing infinite possibilities and dreams gather in one place like the sea, the beginning of life! 🌊
The first event in 2024 attracted 50,000 visitors Bicbf, and this second edition has even more enriching programs prepared. In this special space where about 160 domestic and international publishers participate and approximately 400 children's books are introduced in special exhibitions, children will meet friends from around the world and discover new stories. 📚✨
2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair Key Information
- 📅 Period: December 11 (Thu) ~ December 14 (Sun), 2025
- 🕐 Hours: Dec 11-13: 10:00-18:00 / Dec 14: 10:00-17:00
- 📍 Location: BEXCO Hall 3, Exhibition Hall 1 (55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan)
- 💰 Admission: Completely FREE! 🎉
- ⚠️ Note: Entry closes 30 minutes before closing time
It would be such a shame to miss such a great free event, right? 😊
2. 🌟 Meeting World-Class Authors, That Touching Moment
At the 2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair, children have a special opportunity to meet real authors like characters in fairy tales!
There will be a lecture by Jin-ju and Ga-hee, authors of "If You Want to Eat a Red Apple" which won the Bologna Ragazzi Award Opera Prima, and a meeting with Jordan Scott, author of "I Talk Like a River" selected as the New York Times "Picture Book of the Year". Herald Corp 📖💫
Especially at last year's first event, author Lee Geum-yi, who was nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award, gave a lecture SIBF, and many children made special memories getting autographed books from authors. This time too, various programs such as book talks, author signings, and fan meetings are prepared, so check out your child's favorite authors in advance! 🎨
Recommended Programs
- 👨👩👧 Meet domestic and international authors (Book talks & Workshops)
- ✍️ Author signings and fan meetings
- 🎭 Children's participatory programs
- 🖼️ Themed exhibitions and special exhibitions
- 📝 Hands-on workshops
3. 🚗 BEXCO Parking Made Easy!
Parking information that visitors with children are most curious about! Here's a detailed guide. 🅿️
BEXCO Parking Lot Basic Information For small cars, it's 400 won per 10 minutes with daily parking at 15,000 won, and for large cars, it's 800 won per 10 minutes with daily parking at 30,000 won. Visit Korea The parking lot operates 24 hours, and exits within 15 minutes are free! ⏰
Parking Discount Benefits (Don't miss these!)
- 🦽 Disabled/National merit vehicles: 1 hour free + 50% discount on additional hours
- 👨👩👧👦 Multi-child families: 50% discount (Busan residents only)
- 🚙 Compact cars: 50% discount
- ⚡ Electric vehicle charging: 3 hours free
Parking Tips!
- The surface parking lot is closest when visiting BEXCO Exhibition Hall 1
- Public transportation is recommended on weekends due to congestion! 🚇
- 5-minute walk from Centum City Station Exit 1 on Subway Line 2
- 30 minutes free parking when using nearby Shinsegae/Lotte Department Stores (500 won per 10 minutes after)
4. 💡 Perfect Strategy to Enjoy the Busan International Children's Book Fair on a Budget
Practical viewing tips for millennial and Gen Z parents! 🎯
Recommended Schedule by Time
- 🌅 10 AM-12 PM: Weekday mornings are the least crowded! Great for leisurely browsing
- 🌞 1 PM-3 PM: Author signings and book talks are mainly held during this time
- 🌆 4 PM-5 PM: Good time to participate in hands-on programs
Essential Items Checklist
✅ Eco bag (for purchased books, you'll buy more than you think!)
✅ Water and snacks (essential when accompanying young children)
✅ Stroller (convenient for young children in the large exhibition hall)
✅ Multi-child discount documents (for parking discount recipients)
Nearby Attractions to Visit Together
- 🎬 Busan Cinema Center (10-minute walk)
- 🛍️ Shinsegae/Lotte Department Store Centum City
- 🏖️ Haeundae Beach (10 minutes by car)
5. 📖 Preparing for Your Child's First Book Festival
A detailed guide for first-time visitors to the children's book fair! 💙
The Busan International Children's Book Fair is establishing itself as Asia's representative children's content platform based in Busan, a hub for East Asian cultural content industry. Bicbf It's not just a place to sell books, but a platform for exchange where publishers, authors, and illustrators gather to share experiences and introduce Korean children's books to the world! 🌏
Viewing Points by Age
- 👶 Infants/Toddlers (0-5): Focus on tactile books, pop-up books, and board book exhibition booths
- 📚 Lower Elementary (6-9): Participate in picture book and children's book author meet-and-greets
- 📖 Upper Elementary (10+): Young adult novels, knowledge book sections, and workshop experiences
Good Questions to Ask Your Child "Which illustrations do you like?" "What adventure would you want to have if you were the protagonist of this book?" "What would you like to ask the author?"
The time spent choosing books while having conversations at your child's eye level will be the most valuable experience! 🥰
💎 Key Summary & Action Tips
2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair 5-Line Summary ✔️ December 11-14, BEXCO Exhibition Hall 1, Hall 3 ✔️ Completely free admission! 160 publishers from 16 countries participating ✔️ Packed with world-class author lectures, signings, and hands-on programs ✔️ Multiple parking discounts (disabled/multi-child/compact car/electric vehicle) ✔️ Programs for all ages from infants to elementary students
What to Do Right Now
1️⃣ 📅 Mark December 11-14 on your family calendar
2️⃣ 🔍 Visit the official website (https://bicbf.or.kr) to check detailed programs
3️⃣ 📱 Search #BusanInternationalChildrensBookFair on SNS to preview live reviews
4️⃣ 🚗 Don't forget supporting documents if you're eligible for parking discounts!
5️⃣ 💬 Save this post now and share it with family and friends!
"Gathering books containing the sea, into the sea of books"
This winter, prepare a special gift that gives wings of imagination to your child. The infinite world that unfolds with each page turn – in it, our children grow their dreams and envision their future.
Start planning your visit to the 2025 Busan International Children's Book Fair right now! 📚💙
Please leave your precious experiences in the comments, and if this post was helpful, please share it with parents around you! The beautiful book culture we create together makes a better tomorrow for our children. 🌈
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