SM Entertainment is kicking off the first quarter of 2026 with a stacked lineup that feels like a festival calendar. The label confirmed new music releases from EXO, Irene, NCT U, Ten, NCT WISH, Hearts2Hearts, HYO, and RIIZE. These names will be setting the tone for the new year, with a mix of legends and breakthrough acts. These comebacks arrive through Q1 2026 and spotlight the variety in the roster, from established groups, rookie names, and soloists showing their individual colors.
Tour plans are just as big. The company mapped an extensive run from 2025 to 2026. RIIZE keeps the momentum with the 2025 RIIZE CONCERT TOUR RIIZING LOUD, hitting major stops across Asia, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Macao, and Japan. NCT WISH launches its first full show cycle titled INTO THE WISH Our WISH, with dates set for Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Macao, and Indonesia.
Anniversary energy lands with Super Junior as they celebrate 20 years through SUPER SHOW 10, traveling to Singapore, Macao, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Japan. Then aespa levels up with 2025 aespa LIVE TOUR SYNK aeXIS LINE, while NCT DREAM steps into THE DREAM SHOW 4 DREAM THE FUTURE. Putting the cherry on top, SMTOWN LIVE 2025 to 2026 brings the family together for a multi-act spectacle, putting all the K-pop artists we love for an iconic concert.