The UK is ever-growing when it comes to the Kpop market, of course, this isn't something new however the increase in events across the country isn't to be missed. Here are just a few must-do’s happening in September. From club nights to exhibitions let's dive into some fun Kpop experiences.
Stray Kids Club Night
1on1 events have been putting on some of the best events for UK fans of Korean music and culture. After the success of their first Stray Kids event round two is to kick off on Friday 2nd of September from 11 pm- 3 am. Final release tickets are still available so be quick, 1on1 club nights are incredibly popular!
When 📆: Friday September 2nd
Where📍:The Grace
🕐: 11pm - 3am
Book: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/mp653ihe/stray-kids-nightWonho @ The 02
A man that needs no introduction, To date, his music as a solo artist has racked up well over 80 million views across multiple streaming platforms. Wonho is appearing on his first ever tour as a soloist, he’s hitting the iconic 02 Arena on Sunday 4th September. Tickets are still available below.
When 📆: Sunday September 3rd
Where📍:London 02
🕐: 5:30pm - 22:00pm
Book: https://www.axs.com/uk/events/440818/wonho-tickets?skin=indigo
My love beloved (Jungkook cupsleeve)
September is full to the brim with Namjoon and Jungkook cup sleeves but let’s start with ‘My love, beloved.’ A Cupsleeve dedicated to celebrating our golden BTS maknae. Jungkooks's 25th birthday is to be hosted by @m0on.chi1d and @archiveyou_/ and held at Fuwa, Fuwa (a personal favorite venue.) The most gorgeous cup sleeve event I’ve attended and their themed drinks and pancakes are to die for! Gifts are available for preorder including banners, hand fans, and griptoks which are on sale now.
Below is a sneak peek… aren’t they beautiful? On the day you’ll be guaranteed 1x Jungkook pc, 1x temporary tattoo sheet, and 1x photobooth print by @tae_tae_boo_studio
When📆: 3rd and 4th September
Where📍: NUTTEA Nut Mylk Tea - Soho, 5 Noel St, London W1F 8GD
Day 1🕐: 12:00 - 9:00pm
Day2🕐: 12:00- 7:00pm
Book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/my-love-beloved-tickets-408244419047
Seventeen X Ateez Cupsleeve
Karats and Atinys gather round as idols UK are putting on their first Seventeen x Ateez cup sleeve even at the Alley. Alongside the meeting up there will be a big Kahoot match with other Kpop fans. Grab a drink to gain your curated cup sleeves and freebies (1 pc of Scoups and 1 group pc) and (2 pcs of Mingi and 1 group print) and also merch available to be brought from various vendors.
Where📍: The Alley Mayfair, 10 Maddox Street, London, W1S 1PF @thealleyuk
🕣: 12:30pm- 5:00pm
Book: https://linktr.ee/idolstationuk
Namkook - I Know you'll always stay Cupsleeve
The second BTS birthday event is for our dear leader Kim Namjoon and maknae Jungkook. Book your ticket and on the day receive a slogan & photocard set! 1 ticket guarantees a slogan & pc set designed especially for the event (inc 1 slogan, 2 pcs.) Tickets are £1.25 each - each person planning to attend must have their own ticket to collect their slogan & pc set. You will also be required to purchase a drink from @twistcafeuk while spending time at the event/at the venue.
When📆: 10th September
Where📍: Twist Cafe, 3 Ethel St, Birmingham B2 4BG
🕐: 11am - 5pmWongyoung x Yujin Cupsleeve
To celebrate IVE's After Like comeback @kraftyevent and @royalteashop are announcing a cup sleeve event for Wonyoung and Yujin's birthdays coming soon! The cup sleeve event will have freebies as well as merch for sale. There are also chances to win the raffle for an IVE or IZ*ONE album of your choice by purchasing merch bags and keychains (Wonyoung, Yujin, and IVE OT6 vers. with limited IZ*ONE keychains too.) Each pound you spend counts as a ticket. Even though walk-ins are allowed, it’s encouraged to book timeslots on Eventbrite.
Where📍: The Alley, 272 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EY
🕐: 12:30 - 17:30pm
Still with Moonchild Cupsleeve
A NamKook Cupsleeve event, celebrating our September boys! Hosted by @tabzspace at the wonderful Nuttea UK, a themed drink will be available for the event. Purchase the themed drink to guarantee your specially curated freebie pack. The freebie pack includes 1 of 2 cup sleeves, stickers, art prints, a random polaroid, and a memo pad sample. The event will also have two vendors attending @gyuspocket @mytimeonthemoon, be sure to check out their products and Etsy!
Where📍: NUTTEA Nut Mylk Tea - Soho, 5 Noel St, London W1F 8GD
Day 1🕐: 12:00 - 9:00pm
Day2🕐: 12:00- 7:00pm
Book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/still-with-moonchild-tickets-398581256267
BTS Club Night
It’s back again, one of the most popular and fun nights out for UK army is BTS club night in partnership with @btsukarmyunite. After the success of the last London, night landed on proof's album release and led to that viral video of army knowing RUN BTS after only 8 hours of release. Grab a ticket for the final set of release tickets left.
Where📌: The Garage, London
⏰️ 11PM - 3AM (last entry: 1AM)
Book: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/q1rbcu94/bts-club-night
Golden Moon Cupsleeve
The golden moon cup sleeve is another chance to celebrate the beloved Virgo duos and their birthdays. Held at Nuttea, and hosted by @honeykpopcreations the event will have a limited special gift each day of the event, which will be given on a first come first serve basis! On the day you’ll receive 1 cup sleeve/filmstrip/photocard and polaroids. Although four-tiered donation forms are open for those who wish to get more items, ranging from £5 to £20, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
When📆: 24th- 25th September
Where📍: NUTTEA Nut Mylk Tea - Soho, 5 Noel St, London W1F 8GD
Day 1🕐: 12:00 - 9:00pm
Day2🕐: 12:00- 7:00pm
Book:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/golden-moon-a-namkook-cupsleeve-event-tickets-407128370917
Tier form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee9G2zHbm_3fNpax6uoUlQzbSPRLam884ccU-s4PY4WNKShA/viewform
Hallyu! The Korean wave Exhibition
The ultimate Kpop and culture exhibit is to arrive in London at the historic V&A museum, curated to showcase the rise in the Hallyu's popularity over the last few years. The exhibit aims to show the colorful and dynamic popular culture of South Korea through cinema, drama, music, fandom, beauty, and fashion.
When📆: 24th September- 23rd June 2023
Where📍: Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL, Gallery 39 and The North Court
Be sure to stick around @KpopWise for more updates on all of your favorite Kpop artists and idols!