First time going to KCON LA? Held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena, even the most experienced attendees may need a little guidance on the events and activities at KCON LA 2023.
KCON is global convention and music festival for K-culture fans featuring Korean vendors for beauty, food, activities, and entertainment. Last year, the KCON LA had over 90,000 attendees, with both concert nights selling out.
This year’s KCON LA is set to begin Friday, August 18 through Sunday, August 20. Keep reading to discover who’s performing, activities to check out, and tips to help you enjoy the convention and concerts.
Artists performing at KCON LA 2023
With three nights of music at Crypto.com Arena, the lineup varies from veteran Korean idols to fourth generation superstars to newly debuted groups.
- Friday: Cravity, IVE, NMIXX, Shownu x Hyungwon (Monsta X), Taemin, Taeyong, and WayV.
- Saturday: ATEEZ, INI, Kep1er, Rain, xikers, and Zerobaseone.
- Sunday: Everglow, (G)I-DLE, Itzy, JO1, Lapillus, Stray Kids, The Boyz, and ATEEZ.
Artists are given about 20-30 minutes per set, with the bigger acts given up to 45 minutes.
In-between performances, the MCs, Wonyoung of IVE (Friday), Rain (Saturday), and Stray Kids’ Bang Chan (Sunday), will chat with the groups while on stage as well as interact with the audience.
What are Artist Engagements at KCON LA?
Artist Engagements offer the opportunity to be close and possibly interact with them. KCON LA offers both free and paid opportunities to meet and greet idols.
- The DREAM Stage: is a section in the South Hall convention center that will have a few idols pop up on stage–whether to perform or just chat with a KCON LA host. The times will be random, but should be in the schedule.
- The Selfie Music Video Stage: is a small gated area where idols will be given cell phones and will walk around taking selfies and videos of themselves with…
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