Experience KCON LA 2026! See TXT, NCT 127, P1Harmony, ZEROBASEONE, and more headline this epic 3-day K-pop festival in Los Angeles this August.
- April 5, 2026
AceShowbiz - Many of K-pop's top acts are set to take the stage at the upcoming KCON LA 2026, scheduled for August in Los Angeles. The three-day event will showcase influential groups such as Tomorrow X Together, NCT 127, P1Harmony, and several others, promising a vibrant celebration of Korean music and culture.
The festival will kick off on August 14 with NCT 127 headlining the opening day. Other performers on the first day include KickFlip, SANTOS BRAVOS, TREASURE, &TEAM, from20 & HELLO GLOOM, KEYVITUP, and ONE PACT. This diverse lineup highlights a mix of established and emerging talent.
On August 15, the spotlight shifts to ZEROBASEONE as the headliner. The day will also feature performances by ILLIT, izna, P1Harmony, and members of NCT — specifically Taeyong and Yeonjun. Additionally, RESCENE will appear, adding to the dynamic roster of artists.
The festival’s final day, August 16, will be led by Tomorrow X Together. Supporting acts include ALLDAY PROJECT, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, JO1, MEOVV, and So!YoON!. The lineup reflects the festival’s commitment to showcasing a broad spectrum of K-pop and Korean entertainment.
Most performers will appear on the M COUNTDOWN STAGE, a platform known for featuring high-profile artists. Meanwhile, from20 & HELLO GLOOM, KEYVITUP, ONE PACT, RESCENE, and So!YoON! will perform on the X STAGE, which is dedicated to promoting emerging global talent.
Since its inception in 2012, KCON has expanded into a global phenomenon, now held in 14 cities across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America. Beyond music, the festival celebrates Korean beauty, cuisine, culture, and lifestyle, making it a comprehensive cultural event.
Looking back, the 2025 KCON LA lineup featured notable groups such as NCT 127, aespa, RIIZE, KISS OF LIFE, MEOVV, NOWADAYS, and MONSTA X, underscoring the event’s reputation for attracting top-tier talent.
The 2026 edition will take place at the Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center. Tickets will go on presale for KCON EXPRESS members on April 1 at 10 a.m. PDT via AXS.com, followed by a general sale on April 3 at 10 a.m. PDT, also on AXS.com.
Fans eager to experience K-pop’s hottest acts and immerse themselves in Korean culture should mark their calendars for this highly anticipated event, which continues to grow as a major fixture in the global music calendar.
