Thanks to global superstars like BTS and BLACKPINK, K-pop has become much more than a music genre, bringing South Korean culture to millions of fans worldwide and inspiring everything from fashion trends to food obsessions. And every summer, that global fandom comes together at one massive event: KCON LA, the largest K-pop and Korean culture festival in the U.S.
From August 14 to 16, KCON LA 2026 returns to Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center, transforming DTLA into the national epicenter for K-pop lovers. Across three days, fans can catch live performances, discover emerging artists, shop exclusive merchandise, sample Korean cuisine, and immerse themselves in the latest trends straight from Seoul!
Everything you need to know about KCON LA 2026
This year’s festival brings a 34-act lineup featuring some of the biggest names in K-pop and Korean entertainment across four stages: the iconic M COUNTDOWN Stage, Artist Stage, X Stage, and Dance Stage.
Headliners include powerhouse groups like NCT 127, ZEROBASEONE, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER, while the lineup also features fan favorites such as TREASURE, ILLIT, P1Harmony, JO1, MEOVV, and &TEAM.
The festival will also welcome special guests and crossover artists, including Grammy-winning Anderson .Paak. Beyond the concerts, visitors can also expect:
- 🫶 Fan-first experiences including dance activations, interactive stages, photo opportunities, and chances to get closer to the artists.
- đź’„ K-Beauty Zone showcasing Korean skincare, makeup trends, and some of the brands behind the global beauty craze.
- 🍜 K-Food Zone featuring Korean flavors, street food favorites, and dishes popularized through Korean entertainment.
- 🎬 K-Story Zone celebrating Korean dramas, films, and storytelling that have captured audiences worldwide.
- 🛍️ Exclusive merchandise and brand activations turning the convention into a shopping destination.
AFTERGLOW, KCON LA afterparty
KCON: AFTERGLOW
15 August 2026 22:00
On Saturday, August 15, fans can keep the KCON celebration going at KCON: AFTERGLOW, a late-night K-pop party taking over the iconic Clifton’s Republic.
The event will bring the festival energy into the night with nonstop K-pop hits, premium cocktails, surprise DJ sets, and special appearances from K-pop group 82. Guests can dance the night away inside one of DTLA’s most legendary nightlife venues.
đź“… When: Saturday, August 15th, 2026. 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
đź“Ť Location: Clifton’s Republic, 648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
