TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Music Bank Global Festival 2025 has officially been announced, with Japan set to host the first stop of this major K-pop event. Scheduled for December 13-14 at Tokyo’s iconic Japan National Stadium, the two-day festival promises a lineup packed with both veteran idols and rising stars.
Organized by KBS, the festival will bring together groups from multiple generations, including renowned names like U-Know Yunho (TVXQ), TXT, ENHYPEN, Stray Kids, IVE, and several rookie groups. With a venue capacity exceeding 60,000, this event is expected to be one of the biggest K-POP celebrations of the year.
Day One – December 13, 2025
The opening day will feature high-energy performances from internationally popular groups, combining boy and girl groups for an electrifying start.
Performing artists:
TXT (TOMORROW X TOGETHER)
ENHYPEN
ATEEZ
ITZY
NMIXX
BOYNEXTDOOR
RIIZE
ILLIT
KickFlip
Hearts2Hearts
IDID
Day Two – December 14, 2025
The second day will highlight powerhouse performers alongside emerging rookie groups, reflecting the growing influence of K-POP in Asia.
Performing artists:
Stray Kids
IVE
U-Know Yunho (TVXQ!)
&TEAM
ZEROBASEONE
xikers
TWS
NCT WISH
NEXZ
NiziU
izna
KiiiKiii
CORTIS
Official MCs
The festival will be hosted by two young stars known for their stage presence and chemistry:
Jang Won-young (IVE)
Lee Jun-young
Venue & Schedule
Location: Japan National Stadium, Tokyo
Dates: December 13-14, 2025
Showtime: Evening (full schedule to be announced)
Tickets: Options for one or two days with upgradeable categories
The choice of such a large venue highlights K-Pop's growing global appeal, particularly in Japan, one of the most active markets for the Asian music industry.
With its extensive lineup, Music Bank Global Festival 2025 promises to be one of the year’s most anticipated K-Pop events. The festival not only brings together fan-favorite idols but also serves as a showcase of Korean music’s rising influence on the international stage.
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