2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer has officially revealed its first set of artists, and it’s already turning up the heat for K-pop fans around the globe!
On May 19 KST, SBS announced the first wave of performers for the upcoming ‘2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer,’ a two-day celebration of music and culture set to take place on July 26 and 27 at KINTEX in Ilsan. Following last year’s explosive debut, this year’s festival returns on an expanded scale with a more immersive experience for fans.
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Among the first artists revealed are some of K-pop’s most exciting acts. NCT DREAM and TXT will bring their energetic performances, while ENHYPEN will showcase their signature dark fantasy concept on stage. The lineup also includes powerful girl groups i-dle, IVE, and NMIXX, all of whom have been dominating the charts in 2025.
Notably, rookie sensation ILLIT and indie rock band Jannabi, known for their nostalgic sound and youth-inspired lyrics, round up the first wave of the lineup.
Moreover, the festival will expand beyond music this year. Through a collaboration with NOL, a travel and culture platform, SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer will feature themed zones, interactive fan programs, and diverse cultural experiences, making it a true summer festival for all ages.
With this exciting first lineup, SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer 2025 is shaping up to be one of Korea’s most unforgettable K-pop events of the season. More artists will be announced soon.
Written by Prachi
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