The SBS Gayo Daejeon 2024 happened on December 25, 5:10 PM KST, because this year’s festival is bringing us some serious holiday magic at Inspire Arena in Incheon. And the theme? “Merry Music”, a perfect vibe for the season.
Here’s the scoop on what’s going down:
What to Expect
The show kicks off with a red carpet (because we love the glam), hosted by comedian Yoo Jae-pil. Then, the main event will be led by an iconic trio of MCs: NCT’s Doyoung, TXT’s Yeonjun, and IVE’s Yunjin. Seriously, can it get any better?
How to Watch
- If you’re in Korea, catch it live on SBS.
- In Japan? Stream it on Lemino!
- For red carpet drama, check out SBS’s YouTube channel, it’s free!
- And fingers crossed for recorded versions on Viki for some regions.
The Lineup
Now for the big question: who’s performing? Everyone, basically. We’re talking 29 acts, including:
- NCT Dream, Stray Kids, TXT, NewJeans, and IVE.
- ITZY, aespa, LE SSERAFIM, and ZEROBASEONE.
- Legends like G-Dragon (!!!) and 2NE1 (they’re back!).
- Plus faves like SHINee’s Key, ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, and more.
Special Stages
Okay, get ready for goosebumps. There’s going to be a Karina (aespa) and Yujin (IVE) collab. And we’re also getting a 5th-generation “Maknae” stage featuring some of the cutest rising stars in K-pop.
Big Highlights
Did I mention G-Dragon is making his first appearance at Gayo Daejeon since 2016? Iconic. And 2NE1 will grace us with their first stage here in TEN YEARS. I’m not crying; you are.
This year’s Gayo Daejeon isn’t just a festival; it’s a full-on holiday celebration with our fave idols. Whether you’re tuning in live or catching clips later, it’s going to be unforgettable. So grab your snacks, your fandom light stick, and get ready to fangirl/boy like there’s no tomorrow!
Who are you most excited to see?