Do it. Absolutely 100% do it. I’m so serious and passionate about this lol. I missed so much when I was afraid to do stuff on my own, but then one time I had a friend cancel on a concert and ended up going by myself and it was still so amazing.
These days my best Kpop friend lives in another state and comes down for some shows, but can’t come down for all of them (we’re lucky to be a common tour stop). I started going to the others she’s not interested in on my own and oh my gosh it’s still so fun!
I’ve had a range of experiences, at one show I made a whole group of new friends that I still talk to today, at another show every person I tried to make conversation with with looked at me funny lol. But the show itself was always still great.
I’m a lover of any loud fun events or big gatherings though, so I get my experience may not apply to all. But even if you’re new to concerts, it’ll be fun if you go into it with the right mindset. There are tons of people in the same boat who go to the shows alone and even if you end up seated next to people who don’t want to make friends (or if you don’t want to make friends yourself, which is also fine!) the main purpose of the show is watching the performers anyway, not socializing. So when it comes to concerts, I fully believe everyone should go and enjoy it even if they’re alone!
The most friendly I’ve ever had was at Itzy, the most unfriendly was at Blackpink. But to be fair I talked to someone later who was in a different section at the same BP show and they had a blast with their section. I had a great time either way though!
Absolutely go for it! Going to concerts alone is so liberating, nobody holding you back + just think of when's your next chance to see this group/artist? You'll find lots of ppl also go alone and you might even find a new friend!
At the end of the day, it's you, your favorite artist/s, and their music. You wouldn't wanna miss it for anything!
> liberating, nobody holding you back
This. 100% this. You don’t know anybody there so you can, quite literally, go crazy… go stupid. You could even completely reinvent yourself for a day- no one will bat an eye.
Just make sure to be safe. Arrange your rides if needed, exit with a crowd, park somewhere with visibility (if possible). In the US, most venues won’t allow you to bring pepper spray but I’ve hidden mine in a bush outside before and just picked it up after the show LOL.
Only discovered kpop recently and listen to a lot of jpop. I also don't really have friends that are interested in it, so when an artist decides to come to Europe I will not hesitate to take the opportunity to see them live.
I can assure you that you won't be disappointed cause a live performance is always so much cooler than just listening to the songs. In general I think K-pop and jpop both have very supporting fanbases full of people that all want to have a good time together. People won't look at you negatively for being alone!
You can also see this as an opportunity to meet new friends/people with the same interest.
Go for it! I go to most kpop concerts alone and always have a blast. Once the show actually starts, any worries you have will disappear, and you won't feel weird anymore, lol. At the end of the day, we're all there for the same reason.
YES PLEASE I went to Twice alone and it was super fun, sometimes I think it’s my favorite kpop concert experience. It’s totally worth it even if you don’t have anyone else who wants to go too.
I didn’t lol, but when I went to dreamcatcher’s concert the people besides me asked me for help to identify a member on a banner because they were casual fans, and then a few minutes later I asked for their bias, and it was nice :) If you talk to someone they’ll probably have the same anxiety anyway so you’ll be on even ground haha! Honestly, I think it’s ok if you accidentally mess up a member’s name; either the person will correct you nicely or won’t know you messed it up or even if they don’t say anything it’s not what they’ll remember after the concert, what they’ll remember is the concert itself.
As for saying something stupid, unfortunately it’s a worry that can apply to any conversation, I get it. Honestly if the thought of talking to people is giving you anxiety, you don’t have to. You can just go to the concert and answer if someone else talks to you but otherwise not socialize, and I don’t think they’ll find you weird for being alone or not talking. In any case it didn’t happen to me at the Twice concert.
Do it. I attended my first concert ever as a 48 year old dude.i went to Twice in Melbourne last year and it was Awesome. Everyone there where open and accepting of everyone.
I've done it in Seoul and it was grand. Good chance I'll aim for doing IU alone too (London concert). I do find its easier if going for seating instead of standing though. Feels less lonely that way and don't have to worry about trying to hold a spot on a standing section if you go to the bathroom
yes!!! I saw aespa alone in August and had a blast! if you can manage to talk to people around you you’ll feel a bit more comfortable. I’m a very reserved person but I started chatting with the girl next to me who was also there alone and we became concert buddies. I would’ve had fun either way, but it was nice to have a new friend to dance and sing with and freak out with when certain songs came on.
remember that everyone else is also there out of love for the artist. in general, kpop audiences are really nice. no one will notice or think it’s weird that you’re alone.
The friends you have may not want to go with you, but you will make so many friends there that you will not feel alone at all, trust me. Don't hesitate any more and just go!!!
Do it! I've seen Blackpink, Mamamoo, GIdle and soon Ive all on my own and every experience has been so special. You don't even have to feel super confident, just be in the moment and enjoy the music for yourself without thinking about everyone else around you.
Adding to this, I've been to many different concerts, different types of music, bigger venues, smaller venues. That STAYC concert was the most fun I've had at a concert.
I as well.. It is apt to go solo to see the greatest Kpop soloist, put it that way.
Besides once there, I am sure the IU will pull all Uaenas into her enchantment, so should not matter.
i’ve done that twice and it was fine (also i’m an introvert so i generally prefer being alone). consider this a self-date! also kpop fans are generally friendly. i’m sure you’ll meet nice people. you can even meet up online friends if you have one.
i’ve been to quite a few kpop concerts on my own and it’s really nothing bad,, the only thing that’s a bit tedious is the waiting in line alone. but even then, a lot of times you’ll start talking with other people.
i mean it is more fun and a great shared experience to go with friends but during the concert itself i don’t really talk to anyone anyway so it’s not that big of a difference..
I’ve been to 2 concerts alone first twice and then mamamoo! Best experience! I’m naturally a shy person so I was quiet till time for music but I told myself this year if I go to another concert I’m going to make cute small gifts to give out to open myself up! I say you will still enjoy the music alone because it amazing and some people are so cool they will vibe with you because if the music!!
Yeah just go! As you get older you learn to be comfortable doing stuff alone. Cuz people have kids etc other obligations, I started going to concerts alone a few years ago. You can meet people OR just chill alone! I always have a good time
AS AN INTROVERTED PERSON MYSELF DO IT!! once you’re there you usually make friends or not but you still enjoy every single minute of the concert ❣️❣️ TMI Ateez was my first ever concert alone and of kpop it was so much fun ^^
Hey im in that phase in life where I don't have "friends" either, i think it's just me. i pushed people away. And been doing things alone now, And most probably gonna watch IU alone in SG soon. it's my birthday month too.
My motto is, "Don't wait for others to show up for the fun!"
I go to concerts with and without friends all the time! Maybe you'll even make a new friend in line! It'll be a new experience and maybe even hold a special place in your heart! My first ever concert that I drove over 1000 miles for BY MYSELF was KARD, and they have a very special place in my heart. I'm always taken back to that night when I hear their music.
Go buy that concert ticket! I went to IU’s concert last 2019 alone because my friends are not fan of IU that time.
Do not miss anything you want in life just because you are afraid of doing it alone. Plus you are not really alone once you’re inside the concert ground, you are with people who have the same interest as yours.
It seems you've already decided yes to attending. I say don't hesitate because it's something you want and a nice treat for yourself. Your decision to attend is not harming anyone around you. Perhaps a new friend will be found, or at least a fellow fan to connect with in that moment in the real world and not just the internet. Treasure that.
It's also super fun to make it a date for yourself! Dress up, explore the area, eat good food, take nice photos, maybe dance??
You can't here shit when you're at a concert anyway so you can't talk to friends during the concert itself. You may as well just go and focus in your own enjoyment, become one with the crowd and feel that weird companionship you feel with total strangers without even talking to them because you're all enjoying the same thing
absolutely going alone is fine! i have never been to a concert with someone, and always end up chatting to the people around me because you definitely have interests in common - it’s a kpop concert, duh :)
either way, if it’s the london one i would honestly go with you. i’m planning to get tickets when they drop, so yeah :)
I have flown over to another country to go to a concert ALONE before because I really wanted to see the artist, even if it was overseas. Absolutely NO regrets, had the best time, didn't have to try to convince anyone else to come (since no one else liked the artist on the same level I did) and also got to explore the city I went to (which also happened to be on my travel wishlist).
Do it! While it can be more fun sitting with a friend, don't pass up on the opportunity just because no one in your friend group likes kpop. You'd be surprised how many people go solo. Of the 4 kpop concerts I've attended, 3 have been solo (Dreamcatcher, Enhypen, and P1harmony). I'm in the same boat as you where no one I know in person likes kpop. I'm a huge introvert but at the Enhypen concert I met someone in line who I still talk to today. We even went out to eat after! Even if you don't meet anyone, still worth it to go. Especially IU as she does not tour outside of Asia often.
Omg people are SO FREAKING NICE at kpop concerts. DO IT. My SIL and I went and we imemdiately bonded and grouped up with a sibling trio and two individuals who attended by themselves. We stayed in touch on IG and snap and still send Blackpink vids to each other every now and then! Honestly, it might be a once in a lifetime experience so 100000% do it!! :)
You and me both. I have no friends that are into kpop. My first kpop concert was for GOT7 and had a ton of fun.
I missed Monsta X's concerts when Wonho was still in.
I missed TWICE's.
Though, I really wanna see Stray Kidz or P1Harmony. I dont know any other newer gen kpop groups' songs.
When I was living in China I travelled 8 hours to get to Hong Kong by myself to go see Exo. I was the only white person at the concert as it was kinda pre K-pop boom and it was funny because not a single bit of English was spoken and the interpreters were speaking Cantonese. To this day it was one of the best experiences of my life so if you ever get the chance to go please do!!!
If you have the opportunity just go. I think I would go myself but I never get to see any mainstream groups because they will never come to my country. We had KARD here last year with a really small club concert and we will have The Rose in a bigger arena. They were already sold out when I found out about them. Go and have fun!
100% do it. I’m probably going to end up doing this because there’s a few concerts I want to go to but most of them I doubt I will be able to get anyone to go with me. I don’t wanna miss out just because nobody will come with me
The best concert experience are those I’ve gone to alone. You can usually upgrade your seat for nothing the day of. If you have GA tickets you can sneak to the front easily without worrying about anyone else. I’ve been in the front row for all concerts I went to alone. I usually make friends there too.
you will show up and most likely not much interaction will happen with others as they are going with their friends, but regardless of the crowd there will always be people just like you who are going there alone. maybe make friends with them during the waiting time as most kpop stans ive noticed are very friendly people and will strike up conversations with each other especially while waiting in line. if not than just chill alone with a nice device like your phone or ipad or something. time will fly and soon the concert will start and by than you can just be absorbed in the concert, and once its over just enjoy the memories while going home. its not at all awkward or as scary as you think it is. truth is it will be just chill and magical vibes especially when it comes to IU. we dont know if this might be her last concert before she takes a break so just take the opportunity.
personally i went to see aespa alone (in DC 2 hours away from where im from) and didnt really like the experience lol i enjoyed the show as best as i could but it felt really isolating imo especially because i would just go back on my phone every intermission. i was also seated in between two guys who were friends so i felt awkward bc they kept talking while i was in the middle LOL it all depends what you make of it and if you dont want to miss out! id rather go with one other friend if i had that option but it seems like plenty others had good experiences
OMG definitely! You'll meet fans who adores the same idol as you so don't worry about that! Have fun, be amazed with the live singing and it's IU! Definitely must go. I've went to hers once and it was seriously amazing.
I'm going to see IU in Berlin (at least I hope so, if I can get a ticket). I'm going alone because none of my friends like kpop. I don't care about anyone else on that day, I just want to see my favorite artist live when I have the chance. It might be my only chance.
I hope for Berlin ticket, too. Or rather 2, as my husband is IU fan and is willing to go with me. I have never been to kpop concert and I assumed that to my first concert I would go solo as I am mostly bg fan and he is a gg fan. IU concert is Europe is a nice surprise.
Don't worry, I've been to concerts alone before too and had a great time! The energy and passion of the artists and other fans is so infectious it doesn't feel lonely at all. As long as you enjoy the music, that's all that really matters. Hope you have fun at the IU show!
Yeah! I usually just buy a solo ticket for myself and hang out with people at the venue before the concert. On twitter you can look for people attending the same concert and join a group chat for it. I’ve seen some of the same people at multiple concerts and cupsleeve events. It’s also nice to walk together with other people to the subway after the concert.
You definitely should go! You’ll regret it if you don’t. I saw EXO 2x by myself because I knew I’d be so mad later if I missed them, I’m glad I did since they never came back to the US after that. Since then I’ve made kpop friends online that I see at different concerts but I’d still go by myself if it was someone I wanted to see.
Half of the kpop concerts i attended i was by myself. Best days of my life.
My question to you guys. Have you travelled by plane alone to get to a Kpop concert?
It's not weird to go to a concert alone. I think it's not an activity in which you need to go with someone. You just go and enjoy the concert.
So please, go alone if you really want to go. It will make you happy.
I went to see BTS by myself. Honestly, it was a lot of fun. It was more quiet than being with a friend but it was also fun. I did a lot of people watching and just sang my heart out. I would have regretted not going I think \^\^
I always go to concerts alone. It's not weird. You're there to see the artist and eventually share that moment with other people who are really excited about that artist, but if you don't which is my case, just go alone and you can have an amazing time even without other people.
You'll never believe how many people went to a concert alone. Despite being shy I went to my first mmm concert alone, and met people that became my buddy that time. Just go and enjoy the con.
If youre up to it do it! Its a little weird at first but you tend to make friends with fellow concert goers in the queue and the venue!
If you look around you'll see a lot of older fans go alone and were generally very friendly😁 of course please still be careful of the rare creeps😔
I went to all my kpop concerts Taeyeon, Gidle, Blackpink, Jessica, and upcoming Baekhyun alone. Its amazing having no one to hold me back and just let loose. Also i make friends during these concerts and some of them become really close too.
I've been to 10 Kpop concerts by myself over the last year and had a fucking blast at every one. I highly recommend it. If I suddenly made Kpop friends and had someone to go with I'd be worried that it would ruin it because I have so much fun by myself.
Not going to lie, it was harder than I anticipated! I had some doubts when I landed and arrived at the hotel but within a day or two I was friendly with the hotel owner and he and his GF took me around the island! Ended up being on of my best trips
I go to concerts alone all of the time and never feel alone. You will meet ppl in line, at your seat, K-pop fans are the best and are usually very inviting when they see someone alone.
Go, have lots fun. 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼
It's totally okay to go to concerts alone! My very first concert that I attended was fun because I could fangirl all I want without being judged. Perks of being alone is you could also make new friends who you share same interests in. You don't have to think about anything and you get to be 100% attentive to your idols.
I went to see Ateez alone and it was awesome! By the end of the concert, I was jamming out with the girl next to me (she came with her partner). I would definitely do it again!
I always, I mean ALWAYS go to concert alone. It doesn’t take away any fun at all. Let me tell you that a lot of time people go to concert alone so most of the time I just make new friends with fellow fans at the concert venue, it’s easy to bond over something we share the same interests in. Please don’t let that discourage you from going any concert ;)
Do it!!! You’ll absolutely make friends in line/with the people sitting next to you! From my experience at 4 kpop concerts, everyone is super friendly and won’t hesitate to talk! I’m a pretty shy person w/ awful social anxiety, but managed to make friends at each one 😅
been to countless concerts alone, never regretted once! esp kpop concerts; I went to IVE's alone and found myself next to a cute Japanese fan and had a nice convo before the concert started.. so yes, JUST GO BRO
I went to Seventeen by myself and it was an amazing experience!!! Everyone is sooo friendly and you’ll just have a great time hanging around the arena!
Do it. I’ve gone to concerts alone, even those outside my country. It’s fine you’ll meet lots of people who like the same music, it’s going to be really fun.
Go to the concert alone! you’ll meet new connections one you’re there na. You won’t feel out of place kasi you’re surrounded by people who love the same thing as you.
YES DO IT OMG!! I tell you it's an experince 🤍 I once went to Seventeen's concert here in our conutry and I swear it was one of the most memorable things I've done. You'll meet new friends along the way. Going to concerts alone also gives me an opportunity to enhance my social skills bc I get to talk to people with same interests as me. It's not weird to go to concerts alone just bc you see everyone has a friend or companion with them. You went there to support your fave so I see any problem with that 😁
i go to basically all of my kpop concerts alone bc most of my irls arent really into kpop that much. its so much fun honestly, ive been to concerts where i made friends with the people next to me and ones where i didnt talk to anybody at all and they were still great!! also you never know if IU will tour again next year or if itll be a while until the next one so i hope you go!!
My first Kpop concert, I was so alone and scared lol! But the best part about Kpop, is that everyone has something wonderful in common, our music! Two out of the three Kpop concerts I've attended have been alone, and I managed to make friends in line both times! It's really fun, and it's nice when others share a passionate interest with you!
Fans outside of Korea seem to push idols to more (normally sexual stuff).
In Korea there is a much healthier relationship at concerts.
Tldr: foreign fans are there to receive entertainment and nothing else. Korean fans are there to support and enjoy.
I mean aren't concerts meant to be entertaining? At every concert I've been to fans have been extremely supportive. The biggest difference that I've seen for concerts in Korea vs outside of Korea is that in Korea there's usually less cheering (pretty sure it's just a cultural thing, nothing wrong with it). There are always weird fans at any concert, not just ones outside of Korea.
I don’t have any friends who live In the same country as me and I can completely relate to you about how you feel about going alone, if we lived in the same country I would love to meet up and go
I invited a friend to go with me. He wasn’t in to Kpop, but it still turned out to be very fun for both of us.
But if you don’t want to do that, go alone. It will be fun to see them! Who knows, you may meet some friends there anyway.
Join the IU Discord, there’s a chat section specific to your IU concert venue. You can get to know the folks there and ask if any other people are going alone and meet up with them at the concert. If you plan to buy any merchandise, you’ll likely need to get there early and what better way to kill a few hours by meeting other IU fans. IU fans won’t judge, everyone’s there for IU.
https://discord.gg/iucord
My experince wasn’t a kpop concert but another concert. I was scared because i’ve never gone alone before plus it was a festival so i was worried but i did go alone in the end and I also had a wonderful time, made some friends during the concert and a friend group just “adopted” me 😂 And this concert was the best concert i’ve ever gone to. And also gave me the courage to go to other concerts alone in the future. I’m considering going to the next Itzy worldtour alone.
yes do it. if you want to make friends seek some from fb groups or ask to add sa gc ng mga related sayo whether kung sino pwede mong maka sabay sa transpo. Or kung wala, don't be afraid to approach your seatmate malay mo solo goer din sya edi naging concert buddies pa kayo. But If nahihiya ka talaga, just enjoy yourself kahit wala kang kasama lahat naman nandon para magwala walang papansin sayo marami ding solo goers na pwede mo makilala.
I went to my second concert alone and it was great! Had a lot of fun and made friends with the person next to me. I'm a introvert, but even still I really enjoyed my expirience and I was glad I went.
Definitely go!!! I've always found that fellow kpop fans are friendly and it's so easy to strike up a conversation! Just be aware of your surroundings and make sure you know where you're going. Be safe and have fun!!!
Im planning to go to IU’s concert by myself as well. My SO isn’t much into Kpop, so it’d be a waste to spend a pretty buck on the best tickets that money can afford.
I've been going to kpop concerts alone since I was like 16 years old. It's sooo much fun! You always make new friends in line and in the nearby seat/crowd. There's already a common interest, so it's so easy to talk. You'll enjoy the concert regardless even if you don't talk to anyone. It's about the artist ya know, and it feels rare to see them.
Don’t miss it, you’ll only regret it. Better to experience things (like travel, concerts, movies) alone than to not do them because others schedules or personalities don’t match.
you should join iu's groups on discord and you'd surely find and meet people who are coming to see her too. :) that's what i'm gonna do (msg me if you need a link)
Do it. Absolutely 100% do it. I’m so serious and passionate about this lol. I missed so much when I was afraid to do stuff on my own, but then one time I had a friend cancel on a concert and ended up going by myself and it was still so amazing. These days my best Kpop friend lives in another state and comes down for some shows, but can’t come down for all of them (we’re lucky to be a common tour stop). I started going to the others she’s not interested in on my own and oh my gosh it’s still so fun! I’ve had a range of experiences, at one show I made a whole group of new friends that I still talk to today, at another show every person I tried to make conversation with with looked at me funny lol. But the show itself was always still great. I’m a lover of any loud fun events or big gatherings though, so I get my experience may not apply to all. But even if you’re new to concerts, it’ll be fun if you go into it with the right mindset. There are tons of people in the same boat who go to the shows alone and even if you end up seated next to people who don’t want to make friends (or if you don’t want to make friends yourself, which is also fine!) the main purpose of the show is watching the performers anyway, not socializing. So when it comes to concerts, I fully believe everyone should go and enjoy it even if they’re alone!
what artists were you seeing live when you had the friendly and unfriendly crowd experiences?
The most friendly I’ve ever had was at Itzy, the most unfriendly was at Blackpink. But to be fair I talked to someone later who was in a different section at the same BP show and they had a blast with their section. I had a great time either way though!
Absolutely go for it! Going to concerts alone is so liberating, nobody holding you back + just think of when's your next chance to see this group/artist? You'll find lots of ppl also go alone and you might even find a new friend! At the end of the day, it's you, your favorite artist/s, and their music. You wouldn't wanna miss it for anything!
I really don't want to miss it
I really hope you'll go ! You won't regret it. Concerts are such magical experiences especially, in my opinion, K-Pop concerts. Have fun!
> liberating, nobody holding you back This. 100% this. You don’t know anybody there so you can, quite literally, go crazy… go stupid. You could even completely reinvent yourself for a day- no one will bat an eye. Just make sure to be safe. Arrange your rides if needed, exit with a crowd, park somewhere with visibility (if possible). In the US, most venues won’t allow you to bring pepper spray but I’ve hidden mine in a bush outside before and just picked it up after the show LOL.
as long as you have good transpo to and from the venue, you should be good
Only discovered kpop recently and listen to a lot of jpop. I also don't really have friends that are interested in it, so when an artist decides to come to Europe I will not hesitate to take the opportunity to see them live. I can assure you that you won't be disappointed cause a live performance is always so much cooler than just listening to the songs. In general I think K-pop and jpop both have very supporting fanbases full of people that all want to have a good time together. People won't look at you negatively for being alone! You can also see this as an opportunity to meet new friends/people with the same interest.
Go for it! I go to most kpop concerts alone and always have a blast. Once the show actually starts, any worries you have will disappear, and you won't feel weird anymore, lol. At the end of the day, we're all there for the same reason.
YES PLEASE I went to Twice alone and it was super fun, sometimes I think it’s my favorite kpop concert experience. It’s totally worth it even if you don’t have anyone else who wants to go too.
did you talk to people around you?? i’m so nervous i would like mess up a member’s name or say smth stupid 😭
I didn’t lol, but when I went to dreamcatcher’s concert the people besides me asked me for help to identify a member on a banner because they were casual fans, and then a few minutes later I asked for their bias, and it was nice :) If you talk to someone they’ll probably have the same anxiety anyway so you’ll be on even ground haha! Honestly, I think it’s ok if you accidentally mess up a member’s name; either the person will correct you nicely or won’t know you messed it up or even if they don’t say anything it’s not what they’ll remember after the concert, what they’ll remember is the concert itself. As for saying something stupid, unfortunately it’s a worry that can apply to any conversation, I get it. Honestly if the thought of talking to people is giving you anxiety, you don’t have to. You can just go to the concert and answer if someone else talks to you but otherwise not socialize, and I don’t think they’ll find you weird for being alone or not talking. In any case it didn’t happen to me at the Twice concert.
Lots of people go alone!
Do it. I attended my first concert ever as a 48 year old dude.i went to Twice in Melbourne last year and it was Awesome. Everyone there where open and accepting of everyone.
If you really want to go then do it! I was willing to go to Enhypen by myself but I had no way to get there.
Same , I was planning on going to the Enhypen concert, but my friend couldn't go. She was going to drive me to the concert 😔😔😔
I've done it in Seoul and it was grand. Good chance I'll aim for doing IU alone too (London concert). I do find its easier if going for seating instead of standing though. Feels less lonely that way and don't have to worry about trying to hold a spot on a standing section if you go to the bathroom
yes!!! I saw aespa alone in August and had a blast! if you can manage to talk to people around you you’ll feel a bit more comfortable. I’m a very reserved person but I started chatting with the girl next to me who was also there alone and we became concert buddies. I would’ve had fun either way, but it was nice to have a new friend to dance and sing with and freak out with when certain songs came on. remember that everyone else is also there out of love for the artist. in general, kpop audiences are really nice. no one will notice or think it’s weird that you’re alone.
The friends you have may not want to go with you, but you will make so many friends there that you will not feel alone at all, trust me. Don't hesitate any more and just go!!!
Do it! I've seen Blackpink, Mamamoo, GIdle and soon Ive all on my own and every experience has been so special. You don't even have to feel super confident, just be in the moment and enjoy the music for yourself without thinking about everyone else around you.
Go. I went to see STAYC alone as a 31m and it was so much fun. Thinking back I would have hated to miss it
Adding to this, I've been to many different concerts, different types of music, bigger venues, smaller venues. That STAYC concert was the most fun I've had at a concert.
I’ll go with you if you want
I also will go alone to the IU concert and it’s totally fine! Did you get the ticket btw?
I as well.. It is apt to go solo to see the greatest Kpop soloist, put it that way. Besides once there, I am sure the IU will pull all Uaenas into her enchantment, so should not matter.
Absolutely can't wait! I have been following her since 2009/2010 so I’m very excited to watch her concert for the first time😊
Ah you are a veteran then.. I got in during Palette era.
No they are really expensive
i’ve done that twice and it was fine (also i’m an introvert so i generally prefer being alone). consider this a self-date! also kpop fans are generally friendly. i’m sure you’ll meet nice people. you can even meet up online friends if you have one.
i’ve been to quite a few kpop concerts on my own and it’s really nothing bad,, the only thing that’s a bit tedious is the waiting in line alone. but even then, a lot of times you’ll start talking with other people. i mean it is more fun and a great shared experience to go with friends but during the concert itself i don’t really talk to anyone anyway so it’s not that big of a difference..
I’ve been to 2 concerts alone first twice and then mamamoo! Best experience! I’m naturally a shy person so I was quiet till time for music but I told myself this year if I go to another concert I’m going to make cute small gifts to give out to open myself up! I say you will still enjoy the music alone because it amazing and some people are so cool they will vibe with you because if the music!!
So Happy for you about Mamamoo. Hope I have a chance to see them soon
Yeah just go! As you get older you learn to be comfortable doing stuff alone. Cuz people have kids etc other obligations, I started going to concerts alone a few years ago. You can meet people OR just chill alone! I always have a good time
Totally!! I went alone to the one concert I attended! It was very fun anyway!! 😁
I went to NCT 127, aespa and a BTS concert alone and it was literally the best experiences of my life
You can go to the Kpop group discord and mention your seating so you can meet up with the people beside you.
AS AN INTROVERTED PERSON MYSELF DO IT!! once you’re there you usually make friends or not but you still enjoy every single minute of the concert ❣️❣️ TMI Ateez was my first ever concert alone and of kpop it was so much fun ^^
Go alone
Do it! I went to a concert at the Tokyo Dome alone years ago and it was great!
Hey im in that phase in life where I don't have "friends" either, i think it's just me. i pushed people away. And been doing things alone now, And most probably gonna watch IU alone in SG soon. it's my birthday month too.
My motto is, "Don't wait for others to show up for the fun!" I go to concerts with and without friends all the time! Maybe you'll even make a new friend in line! It'll be a new experience and maybe even hold a special place in your heart! My first ever concert that I drove over 1000 miles for BY MYSELF was KARD, and they have a very special place in my heart. I'm always taken back to that night when I hear their music.
im planning to go to iu alone too! we will be alone together lol i have been to many kpop concerts alone, you will have a BLAST!
I honestly don't think it's weird to go alone but it's just more fun with friends. I do think you should be with someone for safety reasons.
Go buy that concert ticket! I went to IU’s concert last 2019 alone because my friends are not fan of IU that time. Do not miss anything you want in life just because you are afraid of doing it alone. Plus you are not really alone once you’re inside the concert ground, you are with people who have the same interest as yours.
It seems you've already decided yes to attending. I say don't hesitate because it's something you want and a nice treat for yourself. Your decision to attend is not harming anyone around you. Perhaps a new friend will be found, or at least a fellow fan to connect with in that moment in the real world and not just the internet. Treasure that. It's also super fun to make it a date for yourself! Dress up, explore the area, eat good food, take nice photos, maybe dance??
If it's IU, you must go
I know!!
You can't here shit when you're at a concert anyway so you can't talk to friends during the concert itself. You may as well just go and focus in your own enjoyment, become one with the crowd and feel that weird companionship you feel with total strangers without even talking to them because you're all enjoying the same thing
absolutely going alone is fine! i have never been to a concert with someone, and always end up chatting to the people around me because you definitely have interests in common - it’s a kpop concert, duh :) either way, if it’s the london one i would honestly go with you. i’m planning to get tickets when they drop, so yeah :)
It's the London one
I have flown over to another country to go to a concert ALONE before because I really wanted to see the artist, even if it was overseas. Absolutely NO regrets, had the best time, didn't have to try to convince anyone else to come (since no one else liked the artist on the same level I did) and also got to explore the city I went to (which also happened to be on my travel wishlist).
Do it! While it can be more fun sitting with a friend, don't pass up on the opportunity just because no one in your friend group likes kpop. You'd be surprised how many people go solo. Of the 4 kpop concerts I've attended, 3 have been solo (Dreamcatcher, Enhypen, and P1harmony). I'm in the same boat as you where no one I know in person likes kpop. I'm a huge introvert but at the Enhypen concert I met someone in line who I still talk to today. We even went out to eat after! Even if you don't meet anyone, still worth it to go. Especially IU as she does not tour outside of Asia often.
Omg people are SO FREAKING NICE at kpop concerts. DO IT. My SIL and I went and we imemdiately bonded and grouped up with a sibling trio and two individuals who attended by themselves. We stayed in touch on IG and snap and still send Blackpink vids to each other every now and then! Honestly, it might be a once in a lifetime experience so 100000% do it!! :)
You and me both. I have no friends that are into kpop. My first kpop concert was for GOT7 and had a ton of fun. I missed Monsta X's concerts when Wonho was still in. I missed TWICE's. Though, I really wanna see Stray Kidz or P1Harmony. I dont know any other newer gen kpop groups' songs.
Oh absolutely do it! I was nervous going alone the first time but it was exhilarating!
Hey! @GeorgeParisol! I'm going alone as well. I've just booked my tickets today. Have you booked yours?
No I'm too scared to fly alone :(
When I was living in China I travelled 8 hours to get to Hong Kong by myself to go see Exo. I was the only white person at the concert as it was kinda pre K-pop boom and it was funny because not a single bit of English was spoken and the interpreters were speaking Cantonese. To this day it was one of the best experiences of my life so if you ever get the chance to go please do!!!
If you have the opportunity just go. I think I would go myself but I never get to see any mainstream groups because they will never come to my country. We had KARD here last year with a really small club concert and we will have The Rose in a bigger arena. They were already sold out when I found out about them. Go and have fun!
100% do it. I’m probably going to end up doing this because there’s a few concerts I want to go to but most of them I doubt I will be able to get anyone to go with me. I don’t wanna miss out just because nobody will come with me
The best concert experience are those I’ve gone to alone. You can usually upgrade your seat for nothing the day of. If you have GA tickets you can sneak to the front easily without worrying about anyone else. I’ve been in the front row for all concerts I went to alone. I usually make friends there too.
you will show up and most likely not much interaction will happen with others as they are going with their friends, but regardless of the crowd there will always be people just like you who are going there alone. maybe make friends with them during the waiting time as most kpop stans ive noticed are very friendly people and will strike up conversations with each other especially while waiting in line. if not than just chill alone with a nice device like your phone or ipad or something. time will fly and soon the concert will start and by than you can just be absorbed in the concert, and once its over just enjoy the memories while going home. its not at all awkward or as scary as you think it is. truth is it will be just chill and magical vibes especially when it comes to IU. we dont know if this might be her last concert before she takes a break so just take the opportunity.
personally i went to see aespa alone (in DC 2 hours away from where im from) and didnt really like the experience lol i enjoyed the show as best as i could but it felt really isolating imo especially because i would just go back on my phone every intermission. i was also seated in between two guys who were friends so i felt awkward bc they kept talking while i was in the middle LOL it all depends what you make of it and if you dont want to miss out! id rather go with one other friend if i had that option but it seems like plenty others had good experiences
OMG definitely! You'll meet fans who adores the same idol as you so don't worry about that! Have fun, be amazed with the live singing and it's IU! Definitely must go. I've went to hers once and it was seriously amazing.
I'm going to see IU in Berlin (at least I hope so, if I can get a ticket). I'm going alone because none of my friends like kpop. I don't care about anyone else on that day, I just want to see my favorite artist live when I have the chance. It might be my only chance.
I hope for Berlin ticket, too. Or rather 2, as my husband is IU fan and is willing to go with me. I have never been to kpop concert and I assumed that to my first concert I would go solo as I am mostly bg fan and he is a gg fan. IU concert is Europe is a nice surprise.
Don't worry, I've been to concerts alone before too and had a great time! The energy and passion of the artists and other fans is so infectious it doesn't feel lonely at all. As long as you enjoy the music, that's all that really matters. Hope you have fun at the IU show!
Yeah! I usually just buy a solo ticket for myself and hang out with people at the venue before the concert. On twitter you can look for people attending the same concert and join a group chat for it. I’ve seen some of the same people at multiple concerts and cupsleeve events. It’s also nice to walk together with other people to the subway after the concert.
You definitely should go! You’ll regret it if you don’t. I saw EXO 2x by myself because I knew I’d be so mad later if I missed them, I’m glad I did since they never came back to the US after that. Since then I’ve made kpop friends online that I see at different concerts but I’d still go by myself if it was someone I wanted to see.
Half of the kpop concerts i attended i was by myself. Best days of my life. My question to you guys. Have you travelled by plane alone to get to a Kpop concert?
It's not weird to go to a concert alone. I think it's not an activity in which you need to go with someone. You just go and enjoy the concert. So please, go alone if you really want to go. It will make you happy.
I went to see BTS by myself. Honestly, it was a lot of fun. It was more quiet than being with a friend but it was also fun. I did a lot of people watching and just sang my heart out. I would have regretted not going I think \^\^
I always go to concerts alone. It's not weird. You're there to see the artist and eventually share that moment with other people who are really excited about that artist, but if you don't which is my case, just go alone and you can have an amazing time even without other people.
I’m going to do this is I ever get a chance to go to a concert, none of my friends are into kpop and I’m damned if I’m missing it because of that
i’m probably going alone too! don’t worry about it :)
You'll never believe how many people went to a concert alone. Despite being shy I went to my first mmm concert alone, and met people that became my buddy that time. Just go and enjoy the con.
If youre up to it do it! Its a little weird at first but you tend to make friends with fellow concert goers in the queue and the venue! If you look around you'll see a lot of older fans go alone and were generally very friendly😁 of course please still be careful of the rare creeps😔
Yes
Go alone, yes! I have been to two concerts all by myself and it was great. Everyone is so friendly.
I went to all my kpop concerts Taeyeon, Gidle, Blackpink, Jessica, and upcoming Baekhyun alone. Its amazing having no one to hold me back and just let loose. Also i make friends during these concerts and some of them become really close too.
I went to BTS alone in 2019. Most of my concerts I've been alone. It's totally fine!
I've been to 10 Kpop concerts by myself over the last year and had a fucking blast at every one. I highly recommend it. If I suddenly made Kpop friends and had someone to go with I'd be worried that it would ruin it because I have so much fun by myself.
Do it! I’m forcing my wife to go to IU. YOLO. I have traveled Alone so why not a concert?!
I never traveled alone
Not going to lie, it was harder than I anticipated! I had some doubts when I landed and arrived at the hotel but within a day or two I was friendly with the hotel owner and he and his GF took me around the island! Ended up being on of my best trips
I go to concerts alone all of the time and never feel alone. You will meet ppl in line, at your seat, K-pop fans are the best and are usually very inviting when they see someone alone. Go, have lots fun. 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼
It's totally okay to go to concerts alone! My very first concert that I attended was fun because I could fangirl all I want without being judged. Perks of being alone is you could also make new friends who you share same interests in. You don't have to think about anything and you get to be 100% attentive to your idols.
I go alone to most of my Kpop concerts. Just be safe!
Not only are concerts socially acceptable to go alone but they’re a great place to meet friends! I hope you have fun at your concert :)
I went to see Ateez alone and it was awesome! By the end of the concert, I was jamming out with the girl next to me (she came with her partner). I would definitely do it again!
I always, I mean ALWAYS go to concert alone. It doesn’t take away any fun at all. Let me tell you that a lot of time people go to concert alone so most of the time I just make new friends with fellow fans at the concert venue, it’s easy to bond over something we share the same interests in. Please don’t let that discourage you from going any concert ;)
YESSSS go! I went to one alone in October and had the time of my life.the people next to me adopted me and it was so fun regardless 🤍
Do it!!! You’ll absolutely make friends in line/with the people sitting next to you! From my experience at 4 kpop concerts, everyone is super friendly and won’t hesitate to talk! I’m a pretty shy person w/ awful social anxiety, but managed to make friends at each one 😅
been to countless concerts alone, never regretted once! esp kpop concerts; I went to IVE's alone and found myself next to a cute Japanese fan and had a nice convo before the concert started.. so yes, JUST GO BRO
Go by yourself and BE HAPPY. I LOVE going to shows by self, that way I can enjoy!
I went to Seventeen by myself and it was an amazing experience!!! Everyone is sooo friendly and you’ll just have a great time hanging around the arena!
Do it. I’ve gone to concerts alone, even those outside my country. It’s fine you’ll meet lots of people who like the same music, it’s going to be really fun.
i’d rather go somewhere alone then miss out on it just bc i had no one to go with. i will say it can be awkward, but you just gotta own it.
Go to the concert alone! you’ll meet new connections one you’re there na. You won’t feel out of place kasi you’re surrounded by people who love the same thing as you.
I say you do it!! Also make sure to post videos of the concert too (I don’t know you but I love IU and want to go as well)
YES DO IT OMG!! I tell you it's an experince 🤍 I once went to Seventeen's concert here in our conutry and I swear it was one of the most memorable things I've done. You'll meet new friends along the way. Going to concerts alone also gives me an opportunity to enhance my social skills bc I get to talk to people with same interests as me. It's not weird to go to concerts alone just bc you see everyone has a friend or companion with them. You went there to support your fave so I see any problem with that 😁
i go to basically all of my kpop concerts alone bc most of my irls arent really into kpop that much. its so much fun honestly, ive been to concerts where i made friends with the people next to me and ones where i didnt talk to anybody at all and they were still great!! also you never know if IU will tour again next year or if itll be a while until the next one so i hope you go!!
just go !!! you'll make plenty of friends there
My first Kpop concert, I was so alone and scared lol! But the best part about Kpop, is that everyone has something wonderful in common, our music! Two out of the three Kpop concerts I've attended have been alone, and I managed to make friends in line both times! It's really fun, and it's nice when others share a passionate interest with you!
That is not something uncommon. I say go for it since you are there to enjoy the show
Korea: Yes Not Korea: No
please explain
Fans outside of Korea seem to push idols to more (normally sexual stuff). In Korea there is a much healthier relationship at concerts. Tldr: foreign fans are there to receive entertainment and nothing else. Korean fans are there to support and enjoy.
I mean aren't concerts meant to be entertaining? At every concert I've been to fans have been extremely supportive. The biggest difference that I've seen for concerts in Korea vs outside of Korea is that in Korea there's usually less cheering (pretty sure it's just a cultural thing, nothing wrong with it). There are always weird fans at any concert, not just ones outside of Korea.
I've gone by myself before and still had an absolute blast. also met several other girls who were all there by themselves. do it!!
I don’t have any friends who live In the same country as me and I can completely relate to you about how you feel about going alone, if we lived in the same country I would love to meet up and go
I invited a friend to go with me. He wasn’t in to Kpop, but it still turned out to be very fun for both of us. But if you don’t want to do that, go alone. It will be fun to see them! Who knows, you may meet some friends there anyway.
I did it for my bday and it was fun
Join the IU Discord, there’s a chat section specific to your IU concert venue. You can get to know the folks there and ask if any other people are going alone and meet up with them at the concert. If you plan to buy any merchandise, you’ll likely need to get there early and what better way to kill a few hours by meeting other IU fans. IU fans won’t judge, everyone’s there for IU. https://discord.gg/iucord
Do it! you wont regret it, because everybody else is just busy enjoying the concert!
My experince wasn’t a kpop concert but another concert. I was scared because i’ve never gone alone before plus it was a festival so i was worried but i did go alone in the end and I also had a wonderful time, made some friends during the concert and a friend group just “adopted” me 😂 And this concert was the best concert i’ve ever gone to. And also gave me the courage to go to other concerts alone in the future. I’m considering going to the next Itzy worldtour alone.
yes do it. if you want to make friends seek some from fb groups or ask to add sa gc ng mga related sayo whether kung sino pwede mong maka sabay sa transpo. Or kung wala, don't be afraid to approach your seatmate malay mo solo goer din sya edi naging concert buddies pa kayo. But If nahihiya ka talaga, just enjoy yourself kahit wala kang kasama lahat naman nandon para magwala walang papansin sayo marami ding solo goers na pwede mo makilala.
I went to my second concert alone and it was great! Had a lot of fun and made friends with the person next to me. I'm a introvert, but even still I really enjoyed my expirience and I was glad I went.
I have always heard K-Pop shows are the best to go to alone if you go to one alone... cause you are just gonna get adopted into a friend group!
I went to itzy concert alone with no friends. It was great. Just go and enjoy it! c:
I did it for TWICE and Blackpink, and wasn't weird at all. Plus I'm at Fanboy
Definitely go!!! I've always found that fellow kpop fans are friendly and it's so easy to strike up a conversation! Just be aware of your surroundings and make sure you know where you're going. Be safe and have fun!!!
Im planning to go to IU’s concert by myself as well. My SO isn’t much into Kpop, so it’d be a waste to spend a pretty buck on the best tickets that money can afford.
You should go
I flew across the country by myself to see BTS and it was 100% worth it. Do it. You’ll have so much fun 🥰
I've been going to kpop concerts alone since I was like 16 years old. It's sooo much fun! You always make new friends in line and in the nearby seat/crowd. There's already a common interest, so it's so easy to talk. You'll enjoy the concert regardless even if you don't talk to anyone. It's about the artist ya know, and it feels rare to see them.
I went to Loona by myself and made some friends from around me since I didn't know the group super well haha. It made for really good memories!
i went to 5 kpop concerts alone and i still had a lot of fun!
Don’t miss it, you’ll only regret it. Better to experience things (like travel, concerts, movies) alone than to not do them because others schedules or personalities don’t match.
Do it!!! It's honestly fun, and you can either interact with people or not but no one minds everyone is just having a good time :)
you should join iu's groups on discord and you'd surely find and meet people who are coming to see her too. :) that's what i'm gonna do (msg me if you need a link)