The Asia-Pacific Youth Arts Festival 2026 opened at BEXCO in Busan on 10 of 10. The festival features more than 300 young artists from 15 countries across the Asia-Pacific region, showcasing and performing works in diverse genres including painting, music, dance, and theater.
In Korea, 20 young artists specializing in Korean painting and calligraphy are presenting works that blend traditional techniques with contemporary sensibilities. Notably, a joint workshop on Chinese ink wash painting and Korean ink wash painting has drawn significant attention.
The festival runs from 10 to 20, featuring public workshops and artist talks throughout the event.