[KCON LA 2025: First Wave Lineup Revealed — HxW (SEVENTEEN), P1Harmony, IVE, JO1, and More!]
It’s happening, Mikan fam — KCON Los Angeles is officially coming back bigger and better than ever!
KCON LA 2025 just dropped its first wave of artists, and the lineup is already stacked. From K-pop legends to rising rookies, fans can expect another unforgettable summer as K-pop’s biggest fan-and-artist festival returns to Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center from August 1 to 3, 2025.
The first artist announcement includes (in alphabetical order):
CRAVITY, HxW (SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi and Woozi subunit), IS:SUE, IVE, izna, JO1, LEE YOUNGJI, NMIXX, P1Harmony, Roy Kim, and ZEROBASEONE.
And yes, organizers already teased that more names are coming soon, so get ready.
What’s New for 2025: "Klover’s Club Fair" Theme 🍀
This year’s KCON theme is the Klover’s Club Fair, drawing inspiration from the good-luck symbol of a four-leaf clover. The festival will branch out into different "leaves" celebrating music, TV, movies, beauty, food, literature, and more. It’s not just about the stages anymore — it’s about living the full K-culture experience inside and outside the arena.
Expect the return of fan favorites like the Artist Stage, Meet & Greet sessions, the X Stage (for emerging artists), and M COUNTDOWN Live, with even bigger ways to interact, grab exclusive merch, and maybe even snap that dream photo with your bias.
If last year’s KCON LA was any hint — with M COUNTDOWN being broadcast live on national TV for the first time — this year’s upgrades are about to set a new bar.
Who’s Coming: First Wave Highlights 🌟
HxW (SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi and Woozi) are making their unit debut at KCON and will no doubt bring that explosive SEVENTEEN energy fans love.
P1Harmony is back after tearing up last year’s stage, ready to bring even more heat.
IVE and NMIXX, two of the biggest girl group powerhouses, are returning to charm and dominate.
ZEROBASEONE is set to light up the stage with their post-debut fire.
JO1 and IS:SUE, both from Japan, are making sure the J-pop wave is front and center too.
Rising stars like izna and soloists LEE YOUNGJI and Roy Kim are making sure fans get a full mix of vibes — from viral rap stages to heartfelt ballads.
KCON is also continuing to open the door to global pop evolution, showcasing how K-pop, J-pop, and beyond are blending and reshaping music scenes worldwide.
Final Thoughts 🍊
If this is just the first wave, we can only imagine what the full KCON LA 2025 lineup is going to look like. Whether you’re there for the heavy hitters, the rookies, the fan zones, or the pure chaotic energy of screaming your lungs out with thousands of other fans — this year’s KCON is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet.
More artist announcements, ticket details, and official programming are coming soon. Stay locked in with The Mikan Box for updates, tips, and full coverage all the way to August!
🧡 See you at Crypto.com Arena — we’re making K-pop history together.
[The Mikan Box] Quick Recap: KCON LA 2025 (So Far)
🗓️ Dates: August 1–3, 2025
📍 Location: Crypto.com Arena + Los Angeles Convention Center
🎤 First Wave Artists: CRAVITY, HxW (SEVENTEEN), IS:SUE, IVE, izna, JO1, LEE YOUNGJI, NMIXX, P1Harmony, Roy Kim, ZEROBASEONE
🍀 Theme: Klover’s Club Fair
🎟️ Ticket Info: Coming Soon
