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Please remember, we don’t have any cloakrooms in our venue and for security reasons all adult backpacks or rucksacks of any size and any other bags larger than 40 x 35 x 19 cm aren’t allowed.
HallyuPopFest
HallyuPopFest
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There are NO Jubilee or Metropolitan line services through Wembley Park station this weekend. Click HERE for more info on planned closures.
This does not affect the Bakerloo line and London Overground services to/from Wembley Central which are still operating as normal however we recommend you reguarly check for status updates HERE.
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● K-Pop festival HallyuPopFest taking place at OVO Arena Wembley on 9-10 July
● Headliners CHEN and KAI of renowned K-Pop idol group EXO announced
● Second wave of artists includes Kep1er, CIX, P1Harmony, Weeekly Paul Kim and Sam Kim
● First wave of artists announced includes ASTRO, Hwa Sa, SF9 EVERGLOW, CRAVITY and ONEUS
● 2 Day Weekend Ticket Package announced
● 20% discount announced for NHS staff and students
● First HallyuPopFest event in the UK following huge success as one of South East Asia’s largest Korean music festivals
The hugely successful K-Pop music festival, HallyuPopFest, will be making its first impression on a London audience this July, following its runaway success as one of South East Asia’s largest Korean music festivals. An expansive and diverse highlight reel of Korean music and lifestyle will be on display at the animated K-Pop extravaganza on 9-10 July at OVO Arena Wembley.
Inimitable K-Pop superstars CHEN and KAI will serve as the Saturday and Sunday headliners. With 1.5 million and 1.3 million unique Spotify listeners respectively, their impact on the K-Pop scene both as soloists and as members of revered male idol group EXO is unparalleled. Bringing their expansive global reach and charming stage presence to the OVO Arena Wembley, both headliners promise an unforgettable performance. They are joined by Kep1er, CIX, Weeekly, P1Harmony, Sam Kim and Paul Kim to round out a dazzling spectrum of K-Pop over the festival’s two days. With the first wave of artists already announced, the second wave will be joining ASTRO, EVERGLOW, Hwa Sa, SF9, CRAVITY and ONEUS already on the line-up.
With both headliners CHEN and KAI serving as members of one of Korea’s hottest male idol groups EXO, their solo presence brings an electrifying energy to the build-up of the festival. Notably, this is CHEN’s first-ever London performance. Bolstered by CIX, Paul Kim, the hip-hop veering P1Harmony, viral OST singer Sam Kim and the finesse of dynamic girl groups Kep1er and Weeekly, HallyuPopFest promises to showcase a broad spectrum of South Korea’s top talent, both new and well-established.
The days themselves promise attendees an all-encompassing journey throughout Korean culture, promising showcase performances from fledgling K-Pop and indie artists, a Red Carpet event, artist engagement opportunities and finally, the breathtaking evening programme that highlights some of K-Pop’s most talked-about stars.
There is a 20% discount available on tickets for students and NHS staff attending the festival. To access the discount, tickets can be purchased from the Ticketek link, with options available to select the discounted ticket from each site.
Also announced today is a 2 Day Weekend Pass, allowing fans to catch both CHEN and KAI alongside their impressive contemporaries on the line-up. With each artist spearheading the Korean Wave Movement with their unique performance and style, the 2 Day Weekend Pass is a guaranteed way to enjoy HallyuPopFest at its best.
In collaboration with the festival, K-Pop event app HallyuPyo will be the go-to platform for all the latest information for HallyuPopFest London 2022. The app is an all-in-one information hub on K-Pop events worldwide, keeping users notified of their favourite artists’ activities, and providing features that support the concert experience, such as the personal digital Fan Board. Check out more exciting features for HallyuPopFest London 2022 including the official event page (with event & ticketing information, exclusive fan support event bulletin, FAQ etc.) and a live blog for all the latest festival updates in real time! Fans can also look forward to exclusive giveaways & an official festival guide to navigate all the activities on the day of the event. HallyuPyo is available for download worldwide on both the App Store and Google Play Store.
As one of South East Asia’s first and largest K-Pop festivals, #HallyuPopFest was the most tweeted hashtag in Singapore in 2018, and together with the 2019 festival, saw a cumulative 40,000 attendees spanning Asia. Previously, HallyuPopFest has seen household name K-Pop artists such as NCT 127, MONSTA X, Super Junior, Wanna One and TAEYEON feature on their line-up. The term Hallyu is used to describe the new ‘Korean Wave Movement’, synonymous with a huge influx of Korean cinema, music and culture that has transfixed global audiences. The festival promises to be a truly unmissable event, with troves of entertainment for K-Pop fans.
Every ticket gives festival-goers access to two concert events per day - the Showcase and the Evening Concert where headliners will perform individual sets. The shows have previously been described as a concert within a concert. Each artist has promised to deliver their greatest hits alongside newer material. There will also be a Hi-Wave Meet and Greet session for fans and artists to meet within close proximity, but adhering strictly to Covid guidelines.
The first HallyuPopFest in the UK is going to be an unforgettable weekend. With some of the biggest names in Kpop performing their greatest hits, it will be a chance for UK fans to fully immerse themselves in Korean music and embrace the Korean Wave lifestyle.
Additionally, Munhwa Broadcasting Company (MBC) will be hosting HallyuTown over the duration of HallyuPopFest. HallyuTown aims to support Korean businesses finding their way into the on/offline global market, hosted by MBC, Korea Foundation for Cooperation of Large & Small Business, Rural Affairs (KOFCA) and Korea International Trade Association (KITA).
A select group of excellent products from small and medium-sized Korean enterprises will be featured. These stalls have been chosen because of their innovation and quality, with each looking to target the global market in upcoming years. HallyuTown welcomes attendees to discover K-themed products through its unique, immersive curation.
EVENT FAQ'S - PLEASE READ
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Bag Policy |
No bags larger than A3 will be allowed into the venue, and we do not allow any backpacks. We have no Cloakrooms. |
Camping |
No overnight camping allowed official queues open from 0900 hours. |
Gifts |
The artists are not accepting any gifts so please do not bring them. |
Banners/Sign |
1 A4 sign is allowed in, respect people around you. No LED or Battery-operated signs. |
Merchandise |
Official merchandise is on sale, do not buy from outside train stations or on the streets.
Unofficial merchandise will not be allowed entry. |
Bottle/Food |
No Food or Drink is allowed to be brought in. |
Camera/Filming |
No Large Cameras and detachable lenses are allowed in or selfie sticks. |
Mobile Tickets |
Tickets for entry are only allowed through the venue app. |
No Re-admission |
There is no Re-admission or Smoking Area. Once you are in, you are in. |
HALLYU POPFEST WEBSITE FAQS – Wembley
Show Date: Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th July 2022
VIP Ticketholder Door Time: 12pm
Main Doors Time: 4:15pm
Queuing
Queuing will be allowed from 9am onwards for standing ticketholders, there are no provisions for overnight camping outside the Arena.
There is no external seating outside and our queues are open to the elements so please ensure you are prepared for whatever weather conditions are on the day if you decide to arrive early.
Please treat your fellow fans and our team with respect.
Please don’t push forward as this will make it more difficult for us to undertake our entry searches - we will be working hard to keep you safe and as such our entrance times may vary, we would ask that you allow plenty of time for us to undertake our admission process.
Our security team will be on hand to answer any questions you have but please listen to them to ensure a smooth and quick entry.
Bags and Luggage
For security reasons all adult backpacks of any size plus any other bags larger than 40 x 35 x 19 cm aren’t allowed. Luggage can’t go into the auditorium or be stored anywhere in the venue. We do not have cloakrooms.
If you are staying overnight at a hotel, we would advise you check in first or use your hotel luggage store. If you are coming by car keep your large bags and luggage in your car until the end of the concert
We would advise guests not to bring any bags at all to help speed up entry into the venue.
Gifts/Fan Signs/Merchandise
The OVO Arena Wembley will allow you to bring in 1 A4 Sign in to the venue, this sign must be able to be only shown within your seat or space to respect the other guests around you are viewing the concert.
We also do not allow flags to be hung over the railings or doorways, flags should be no larger than a A3 size.
If you sign is deemed to be distracting other guests or offence, we will confiscate this.
No LED or Battery-operated signs will be allowed into the venue.
Please do not throw gifts or items onto the stage or into the front area of the stage, this may result in removal from the venue.
Any projects or requests to make fan gifts are not the responsibility of the venue and need to be approved by the promoter, its not the venues decision and most will likely be refused.
Merchandise will be available from inside the venue. Please do not buy any unofficial merchandise from outside sellers or near the train stations as these items may not be allowed into the venue.
You can bring you own light sticks in however please be mindful of other merchandise such as headbands which may obstruct other people’s view and as such we may ask you to remove if its obstructing others.
Dress Code
Please note that any clothing with studs is prohibited as this could injure other guests on the floor. Fashion chains are allowed as long as they are not of excessive length.
If you are wearing chains or clothing with chains, this will slow down your entry process as this will be pick up by our security checks.
Show Times
All show times are subject to change but are planned as follows:
VIP Ticketholder Door Time: 12pm
Main Door Time: 4:15pm
Curfew: 11pm
Please check the event page for up-to-date information on show times as they may change before the show starts.
Food and drink
The venue operates a no drinks policy and food isn’t allowed into the venue. There are plenty of concessions inside to purchase refreshments and drinking water is available from the drink’s fountains and bars on the concourses.
There are no cash machines in the venue, the arena is cashless. Pay by card or via OVO Arena Wembley app (app collection point orders only).