
What we’re about
From BIGBANG to BTS, Taeyang to Taemin, Girls Generation (GG days!) to Twice, you will find two decades of K-pop hysteria embraced by the first Manchester based K-pop Fans Meetup!
As someone who developed a familiarity with K-pop as a teen in the 2000's and then delved back into the present day of contemporary K-pop, I want to explore and discover this fascinating musical sub-genre within an even more mesmerising pop culture, to encompass K-drama and Korean food and beyond.
I am always learning something new about this expansive sub-genre of music and the Korean culture, so if anyone has any social ideas or event suggestions for the group please let a committee member know and we can hopefully accommodate!
If anyone would like to be involved as an events organiser drop me a message and that can be arranged ✌️😁✌️
Please be aware, photography will be taken at our events. If you wish to not be part of this, please let an organiser know.
Upcoming events
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Manchester REPLAY 2010s KPOP Party with DJ EMKAY (Saturday 31st January 2026)
Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5WW, Whitworth Street West, Manchester, GBSchedule
- 9pm we will meet at Turtle Bay (Oxford Road) for pre drinks - Happy hour on cocktails all day every day.
- 11pm walk over to MN1 ( 5 mins walk) for Manchester REPLAY 2010s KPOP Party
Tickets
- Start at £8.50 + £1 booking fee
- Pay on the door is £16.50
- PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE
## Manchester REPLAY 2010s Kpop Party with DJ EMKAY | Saturday 31st January
KPOP PARTY is back in Manchester!!!
We welcome all new and returning students and K-pop fans to a special 2nd–3rd Gen K-Pop Theme Night with DJ EMKAY!! This time, we’re bringing the nostalgia and legendary hits to Manchester’s finest venue, MN1!
Get ready to dance the night away to the iconic sounds of 2nd and 3rd generation K-pop, celebrating the eras that shaped the fandom - BIGBANG, SNSD, Shinee, 2NE1, BTS, EXO, Red Velvet, TWICE, and so many more! Expect a crazy night of clubbing to K-pop throwbacks and classics, mixed with unforgettable favourites you still remember to sing to this day.
K-Pop Party UK presents the ultimate 2nd–3rd Gen K-Pop Party in Manchester - REPLAY 2010 - a night dedicated to the best eras and timeless bops!
Saturday 31st January
Start Time: 11:00pm
End Time: 3:15am
Venue: MN1, Manchester, 58 Whitworth St W, Manchester M1 5WW
Theme: 2nd-3rd generation Kpop. 2010s, Y2K, Retro
☆ PLEASE NOTE OVER 18s ONLY ☆
☆ Proof of age is always required. Bring Valid PHOTO ID: Passport/Driving License/BRP Card . eVisa is not accepted.☆3 attendees
K-POP Live - Concert @ Freight Island, Manchester (Sunday 8th February 2026)
Freight Island, 11 Baring Street, Manchester, GBJust in case some peeps may have bought the ticket before it got sold out, we can meet up for this LIVE gig!
Alternatively, if you are still wanting to bust your moves that badly, you can join the waiting list by clicking here, fingers crossed you'll yoink a ticket nearer the time.
# "K-POP Live | Freight Island, Manchester | SOLD OUT!!!
## Join us at for an insane celebration of K-Pop culture! Inspired by the popular film K-Pop Demon Hunters, through live acts & high energy choreography."1 attendee
The Ultimate K-Pop Friendship Maker Always K-Pop (Sunday 15th March 2026)
The Hall, Aviva Studios The Hall, Aviva Studios, The Hall, Aviva Studios,, Manchester, GBFREE KPOP EVENT - LINK FOR TICKETS HERE (BOOKING REQUIRED):
https://factoryinternational.org/whats-on/always-kpop/
MEET UP AT LOCATION ON DAY. FINAL DETAILS ADDED ON EVENT DAY
Schedule
10.30am: Doors Open
11–11.15am: Registration
11.15–11.55am: K-Pop Choreography Dance Workshop
12–12.45pm: Random Play Dance part 1
1.15–1.35pm: Dance Showcase
1.40–2.25pm: Random Play Dance part 2
2.30–3.10pm: K-Pop Quiz
3.10–4pm: K-Pop Party with DJ Emkay
4.30pm: Event ends
Celebrate the vibrant world of K-Pop through music, dance, food – and new friendships!
Always K-Pop UK returns for its third edition, bringing a full-day celebration of K-Pop and Korean culture to Aviva Studios. Whether you're a seasoned stan or new to the genre, there's something for everyone!
Get moving with a K-Pop dance workshop and showcase featuring talented teams from across the UK. Test your knowledge in the group K-Pop Quiz where you can make friends, join Random Play Dance sessions, and end the day with a high-energy K-Pop Party soundtracked by DJ Emkay from Seoul.
This time, we’re making it even easier to connect with fellow fans. When you arrive, you’ll receive a name tag to write your favourite K-Pop groups on – perfect for sparking conversations and finding your bias buddies!
Explore cultural booths offering traditional hanbok try-ons and photocard decorating. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win quiz prizes like K-Pop albums, Korean snacks and more!
Venue - The Social, Aviva Studios, Water Street, Manchester M3 4LG
** ANY QUESTIONS FEEL FREE TO DROP ME A MESSAGE & I WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP **6 attendees
Twice - "This Is For" Concert @ The O2 London (Thursday 4th June 2026)
The 02, The O2 Peninsula Square London SE10 0DX, London, GBThis is going to be absolutely major so let's get down to Landan for Twice's "This Is For" World Tour 2026!
Meeting place TBC (most likely K-pop related cafe/restaurant/shop) at 4pm before we head off to the gig!
I have a seated ticket so will be available prior to the gig only, and will be in London for most of the day if people want to meet up earlier.
Many many tickets still remain on the site (click here to nab your ticket!) - I bought mine for £89 on resale so look out for this if this is the price you can afford.
"TWICE (트와이스) is a 9-member South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. The group consists of Jihyo, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu. The group was formed through the survival show SIXTEEN and debuted on October 20, 2015, with their first mini album, The Story Begins.
Group Name Meaning: As stated by J. Y. Park, “The group will touch people’s hearts twice, once through the ears, and once again through the eyes.”
Official Greeting: “One in a million! Hello, we are TWICE!”
TWICE Official Fandom Name: ONCE (원스)
Fandom Name Meaning: When the name was revealed in an Instagram post, it was described in the caption, “Once then TWICE. They seem to go together. If you love us even once, we’ll repay you with TWICE our love. It’s difficult to connect with people, and getting people to love is the most difficult of all. We’ll work hard so that you can look at us once, and fall in love with us TWICE.”
(https://kprofiles.com/twice-members-profile/)1 attendee
Past events
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