{"id":74505,"date":"2025-08-04T11:23:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T18:23:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=74505"},"modified":"2025-08-04T20:01:18","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T03:01:18","slug":"kcon-la-2025-closes-out-another-successful-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=74505","title":{"rendered":"KCON LA 2025 Closes Out Another Successful Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"

125,000 Attendees Enjoyed World\u2019s Largest K-POP Fan & Artist Festival\u00a0 Over Three Days, with 107 Companies, 358 Booths and 37 Acts<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Los Angeles, CA \u2013 August 4, 2025 \u2013 <\/strong>KCON LA 2025, presented by Olive Young, held from August 1-3 at the Los Angeles Convention Center and <\/span>Crypto.com<\/a> Arena, has wrapped up another phenomenal year, featuring the most performing stages across the Los Angeles Convention Center and<\/span> Crypto.com<\/a> Arena. This year also marked the first time ever the event was livestreamed in partnership with Amazon Music on Prime Video and Twitch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Since 2012, KCON has played an important role in facilitating the global connection between emerging K-pop artists and their fans, launching them into the forefront of the global K-pop scene. This year\u2019s lineup included a dazzling array of K-drama stars and K-pop icons. At the X STAGE, talented rookies made their mark on global audiences, proving their presence on the international stage. The X STAGE also hosted a special fan meetup with YIM Siwan, the K-pop idol-turned-actor who rose to stardom for K-drama Misaeng:Incomplete Life <\/em>and also starred in Squid Game<\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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YIM Siwan<\/p><\/div>\n

KCON\u2019s signature performance is the \u201cDREAM STAGE,\u201d during which fans have the opportunity to dance on-stage with their favorite K-pop stars. This year\u2019s DREAM STAGEs with legendary K-pop icons NCT 127, MONSTA X and HxW (SEVENTEEN) were particularly memorable, showcasing KCONers\u2019 diverse and immense talent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For the first time, KCON LA 2025 was streamed worldwide on Amazon Prime and Twitch through a partnership with Amazon Prime, bringing the electrifying energy of KCON to a wider audience. Amazon Prime used the weekend to announce the creation of a brand new K-pop playlist that will be available moving forward on their music streaming platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Continuing its mission to bring the most access to the stars of Korean pop and entertainment, KCON LA 2025 featured a total of 37 acts, from rookies to veteran K-pop idols and acclaimed actors. The event included 358 booths and 107 participating companies, serving as a gateway for global market expansion. Over the three-day event, 125,000 attendees enjoyed the festival on-site, while fans around the world\u00a0 joined virtually through digital platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The excitementment wasn\u2019t just on stage. The K-COLLECTION with KCON exhibition zone featured 50 small and medium-sized Korean companies representing top brands in beauty, lifestyle, food, and fashion. Tous Les Jours created a festive ‘Happy Birthday’-themed booth with interactive events and immersive brand experiences, while CJ CheilJedang set up a booth where visitors could sample K-food and take photos. The ‘K-Story & Comics’ area gave fans the unique opportunity to explore popular mobile webtoons in person. Many other brands also proved hugely popular with their product displays and engaging activities.<\/span><\/p>\n

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KCON-LA-2025_FESTIVAL-GROUNDS<\/p><\/div>\n

This year was extra special for KCON with the\u00a0 City of Los Angeles officially designating August 1, 2025, as \u201cKCON Day,\u201d in recognition of the world\u2019s largest K-POP Fan and Artist festival for its cultural, social, and economic contributions since its debut in 2012. This marks the first official city-level recognition of KCON LA. City Councilmembers John Lee, Katy Yaroslavsky, Curren Price, and Heather Hutt co-sponsored the resolution, citing KCON\u2019s decade-long impact on Los Angeles\u2019 culture, landscape, tourism, and economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cHaving KCON officially designated as \u2018KCON Day\u2019 in Los Angeles \u2014 where KCON first established its roots \u2014 gives us an even greater sense of purpose,\u201d said Harry H.K.Shin, Head of Music Entertainment at CJ ENM. \u201cWe’re incredibly grateful for the participation and support from so many K-pop and Korean culture fans and we want to express our heartfelt thanks to all the artists who brought such exceptional talent and passion to the stage.'”<\/span><\/p>\n

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KCON-LA-2025_X-STAGE_HITGS<\/p><\/div>\n

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Roy-Kim & KIM-TAE-RAE<\/p><\/div>\n

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RIIZE<\/p><\/div>\n

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DREAM-STAGE<\/p><\/div>\n

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KCON-LA-2025_FESTIVAL-GROUNDS<\/p><\/div>\n

***All photos provided by: KCON LA 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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