KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition
Also featuring an International Vendor Village
Set to Take Over Alamodome Oct. 28–31, 2026
Presenting Premier K-pop Talent in a Four-Day Global Spectacle
Music fans from around the world are preparing to descend upon San Antonio for what is said to be the region’s
first global KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition also featuring an International Vendor Village,
delivering an immersive four-day experience at the fabulous Alamodome, Wed.-Sat., Oct. 28–31, 2026.
Two-day concert tickets are available in the first wave, Thurs., July 23, 10am Central, at Alamodome.com/Events,
ranging from $100 (very limited) to $1200 for two-day Super VIP Experiences.
KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition with the International Vendor Village, comprises a first live
event by popular magazine, KPOPWORLD, presented in conjunction with R Entertainment. The star-studded concert
lineup alone collectively reaches more than 65 million followers on social media channels worldwide.
The four-day festival delivers to San Antonio premier names in K-pop and Korean music, making for a landmark
event, the first of its kind in the region. And it comes to Texas, which has a massive and rapidly growing K-pop
fan base, second only to California.
Get Ready, Texas! KPOPWORLD Festival is Taking Over San Antonio!
The anticipation is real! K-Pop enthusiasts across Texas and beyond are counting down the days until the KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition makes its grand debut at the iconic Alamodome in San Antonio, running from Wednesday, October 28th to Saturday, October 31st, 2026. This isn’t just any event; it’s being hailed as the region’s first global K-Pop festival, promising an unparalleled four-day immersion into everything K-Pop, complete with a star-studded lineup and an exciting International Vendor Village.
Texas, a rapidly growing K-Pop hub second only to California, is finally getting the massive festival it deserves. This landmark event, presented by popular magazine KPOPWORLD in conjunction with R Entertainment, is set to deliver premier names in K-Pop and Korean music, drawing thousands of fans from across the United States and international markets, giving a significant boost to San Antonio’s vibrant tourism and entertainment scene.
More Than Just Concerts: A Global Spectacle
MEGA-MUSIC & DANCE COMPETITION FESTIVAL
Beyond the festival main stage on Friday and Saturday, KPOPWORLD Festival 2026 brings the KPOPWORLD Dance
Championship, Wed. & Thurs., Oct. 28 and 29, one of the world’s largest K-pop dance competitions, with 32 teams
representing 29 countries competing. Winners will receive championship titles, cash prizes, trophies, and the
opportunity to perform on the KPOPWORLD Festival main stage. In addition, the International Vendor Village will
be part of the four-day event, featuring coveted Korean products, exclusive merchandise, collectibles and more,
including interactive fan zones and social media photo ops.
This isn’t just about the music – it’s a full K-Pop cultural takeover! The KPOPWORLD Dance Championship, taking place on Wednesday and Thursday, October 28th and 29th, will feature 32 elite teams from 29 countries battling it out for championship titles, cash prizes, and the ultimate bragging rights of performing on the KPOPWORLD Festival main stage. Prepare to be amazed by their dynamic choreography and incredible talent!
And for those who love to collect and explore, the International Vendor Village will be open for all four days. Expect to find a treasure trove of coveted Korean products, exclusive merchandise, rare collectibles, and so much more. Plus, get ready for interactive fan zones and endless social media photo opportunities to capture all your unforgettable moments.
Thousands of attendees from across the United States and international markets are anticipated, delivering a
major boost to tourism, hospitality and entertainment throughout San Antonio.
KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition 2026 comes to serve fans from throughout the South-Central
region of Texas and the USA, one of the largest K-pop fan bases in the world. This is the first destination
K-pop festival to plant its flag in San Antonio, bringing spectacular live performances by some of the world’s
biggest names to a community ready for it. With that, the Alamodome, one of the largest indoor venues in the
United States, provides the scale to match the spectacle.
The Star-Studded Lineup: A K-Pop Dream Come True
For the concert Friday and Saturday, doors open at 3pm, with performances beginning at 6pm. Each performance is
expected to be a minimum of 45 minutes, a rarity in the K-pop music scene with this size of lineup. A typical
solo act is approximately 90 minutes and with 11 shows or more over two days, KPOPWORLD Festival fans will be in
line for an extraordinary music experience.
Eleven major performers are confirmed for this first-ever Texas event, including Jay Park; The Rose; SB19;
Jessi; ARTMS; CRAVITY; Xdinary Heroes; WONHO; DEAN & Tabber; HEYOON and breakaway talent DAYOUNG. More
performers to be announced.
“The Alamodome is pleased to host KPOPWORLD Festival and welcome visitors to San Antonio for this
international event. We thank the organizers for selecting the Alamodome and San Antonio as the destination
for this exciting celebration.”
Stephen Zito — Assistant Director, Convention & Sports Facilities Department, City of San
Antonio
“KPOPWORLD Festival 2026 is about giving K-pop fans in this region a festival built around them, at a scale
that matches how much this music means to them. Every element of this event has been designed with the fan
experience at the center, from the lineup to the venue to the format. We wanted to build something that feels
worthy of the talented artists and passionate fans coming through the Alamodome’s doors, and we’re proud to be
the ones delivering it.”Ebe Kh — CEO, KPOPWORLD Magazine and TMRW
Prepare for an extraordinary music experience! The concert doors open at 3 PM on Friday and Saturday, with performances kicking off at 6 PM. What’s truly exciting is the commitment to fan satisfaction: each act is guaranteed a minimum of 45 minutes on stage – a rare treat in multi-group K-Pop festivals. With 11 or more shows over two days, this is going to be an unforgettable sonic journey!
The initial lineup is already packed with powerhouse names that collectively boast over 65 million followers worldwide:
Confirmed Artists So Far:
- Jay Park
- The Rose
- SB19
- Jessi
- ARTMS
- CRAVITY
- Xdinary Heroes
- WONHO
- DEAN & Tabber
- HEYOON
- DAYOUNG
And guess what? More incredible performers are still to be announced! This lineup alone is enough to send any K-Pop fan into a frenzy.
The event is produced by R Entertainment and brings a rare fan experience to the region with
chart-topping K-pop
artists, electrifying performances, dynamic choreography, dazzling stage productions, and exclusive
meet-and-greet opportunities. With fan photo ops, shopping at the international vendor village, 32 countries
participating in a worldwide dance competition and the global energy of K-pop music and culture, the celebratory
event is designed to be one of the largest music events of the year.
Tickets & Travel: Don’t Miss Out!
TWO-DAY CONCERT TICKETS
Two-day ticket packages are on sale Thurs., July 23, ranging from $100 (very limited) to $1200 for two-day Super
VIP Experiences. Single day tickets will be available after Aug. 4. KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance
Competition happens live at the Alamodome, Oct. 28–31, 2026.
Mark your calendars! Two-day concert ticket packages go on sale Thursday, July 23rd, at 10 AM Central time via Alamodome.com/Events. Prices range from a very limited $100 up to $1200 for the ultimate two-day Super VIP Experiences, offering exclusive perks. If you’re looking for single-day tickets, keep an eye out after August 4th.
TRAVEL PACKAGES & MORE
Fans are encouraged to book travel and accommodations packages early because of high demand during the Halloween
weekend event. Ticket and hotel packages are available at KPOPWORLD Festival through JamPack travel packages.
Booking link is Here.
Given that this epic event falls over Halloween weekend, demand for travel and accommodations will be incredibly high. Fans are strongly encouraged to book their travel and hotel packages early. Official ticket and hotel packages are conveniently available through JamPack travel packages, ensuring a smooth and unforgettable trip to San Antonio.
Stay Connected with KPOPWORLD
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KPOPWORLD Festival lineup
Jay Park
The Rose
SB19
Jessi
ARTMS
CRAVITY
Xdinary Heroes
WONHO
DEAN
Tabber
HEYOON
DAYOUNG
About the Visionaries Behind KPOPWORLD Festival
About
R Entertainment
An experiential marketing, content and business development company, in its 24th year, producing 300 show
dates a year. It manages Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill and produces events including the Martha Stewart
Wine & Food Experience, PGA WM Phoenix Open, DiscOasis Los Angeles, Super Bowl events and more, and
books talent for numerous casinos and major events. Visit
R-Entertainment.com.
K Media Group LLC
KPOPWORLD is the global K-pop media platform reporting with the depth and cultural fluency of people who
live and breathe the genre — daily coverage, longform storytelling and exclusive interviews (MAKI of
&TEAM, NEXZ, WONHO, KWON EUNBI, Kep1er, CRAVITY, IDID and more). Part of K Media Group LLC, sister brand
to the globally recognized tmrw.
City of San Antonio
A vibrant city with a thriving economy and deep cultural heritage — the seventh largest in the U.S. and one
of the most strongly managed fiscally. Its famed Riverwalk and Alamo are Texas’ top tourist attractions and
its historic missions are a World Heritage Site. Proudly called Military City, USA®. Visit
SanAntonio.gov and follow @COSAGov.
Alamodome
The iconic Alamodome seats more than 65,000 fans and has been a multi-purpose facility in downtown San
Antonio since 1993. Home to UTSA football, the Valero Alamo Bowl and eight NCAA Final Fours, it hosts more
than 100 events per year and is one of the country’s most diverse, state-of-the-art facilities.
Jampack
The leading platform for official ticket + hotel packages to live events. Partnering directly with event
producers, Jampack delivers complete trip experiences through a single, modern checkout — combining tickets
with curated hotel inventory, hospitality, transportation and exclusive on-site extras. Founded in 2020, it
has powered packages for 500+ festivals, sports events, conferences and trade shows. Learn more at
jampack.com.
The KPOPWORLD Festival is brought to life by an incredible team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled fan experience. R Entertainment, an experiential marketing powerhouse with 24 years in the business, is known for producing over 300 show dates a year and managing major events. K Media Group LLC, through its popular KPOPWORLD magazine, provides in-depth and culturally fluent K-Pop coverage, connecting fans globally. The vibrant City of San Antonio, a major U.S. city with a rich heritage and a burgeoning K-Pop fanbase, offers the perfect backdrop. The iconic Alamodome, a state-of-the-art venue capable of hosting over 65,000 fans, ensures the spectacle matches its scale. Finally, Jampack, the leading platform for official ticket + hotel packages, makes planning your trip seamless, combining tickets with curated accommodations and exclusive extras.
