제4회 광주 버스킹월드컵

Busking musicians (regardless of nationality) consisting of adults aged 19 or older (born before October 14, 2006)
Both original and existing songs are possible, and performances can be included based on music.

Teams that advanced to the Round of 32 of the 2024 3rd Gwangju Busking World Cup and previous winners are not eligible to participate
Excluding religious activities, business activities, and other performances that may cause social controversy

Performance videos can be recorded indoors or outdoors.
※ Both previously recorded performances and newly recorded footage are accepted.
The video must include either a sign (in any format) or the official logo of the "Gwangju Busking WorldCup"
‘Gwangju Busking World Cup’ sign (free style) or comment is required in the video
If you advance to the finals, any changes to personnel, members, or instruments shown in the preliminary video will result in immediate disqualification!
※ For more details, please refer to the official announcement on our website.

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Posting of performance videos of participating teams on the Gwangju Busking World Cup website SNS
Support for 2 nights of same accommodation in Korea or abroad (up to 150,000 won differential support per team)
Providing busking free zone stage performance opportunities for teams that advance to the finals (200,000 won support per team)
※ Advance application for busking free zone performances is scheduled to be accepted

Round-trip airfare support (based on international economy class, up to 3 people per team)
※ Travel expenses within the country are your own responsibility, and luggage expenses are not covered.
※ Airfare is only provided to musicians (excluding managers, companions, etc.)
※ Overseas members of domestic teams are not eligible for airfare support.

A stage that attracts the attention of global festival planners and music experts
Operate a music market where you can showcase and sell music

Online Submission

2025.4.1.(Tue) ~ 4.30.(Wed) 24:00
※ Based on Korean time
Examination Schedule

Application for participation 2025. 4.1.(Tue) ~ 4.30.(Wed)
Preliminary Examination 2025. May
Results announced in May 2025
Orientation

2025.10.15.(Wed)
Live performance and judging on site

2025.10.16.(Thu) ~ 10.19.(Sun)
Round of 32

2025.10.16.(Thu) ~ 10.17.(Fri)

Announcement of the teams advancing to the round of 16

2025.10.17.(Thu) / 16 teams

Round of 16

2025.10.18 (Sat)

Announcement of finalist teams

2025.10.18 (Sat) / 5 teams
Final

2025.10.19.(Sun) / 5 teams
Final Competition & Judging

In the preliminary and final rounds, when selecting a ‘recommended song’, additional points will be given and 30% of the audience evaluation (audience participation voting event) will be reflected (list of recommended songs attached)

※ Prize amounts and details are subject to change
※ Final prize amounts will be distributed after deducting taxes and applicable fees

Application for participation