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A K-Pop arena—dubbed Seoul Arena—is set to open in Seoul in 2025
K-pop fans will soon have a place of worship, as South Korean internet company Kakao and the Seoul Metropolitan Government have announced plans to construct a new arena dedicated to K-Pop, which is set to open in October 2025.
Named Seoul Arena, the K-Pop Mecca will reportedly house 19,000 seats, with a maximum capacity of 28,000 including standing room. The blueprint also features a medium-sized venue that seats 7,000, as well as a movie theatre and other commercial facilities.
The venue is also said to include augmented reality technology for digitally enhanced concert experiences—because what's a K-Pop concert if it isn't a flashy and over-the-top assault on the senses?
A ground breaking ceremony will take place this coming June at the site in the Chang-dong, Dobong-gu, after the final implementation plans are approved. How you like that?
Coco Marett is a writer and editor who grew up between Hong Kong and Melbourne. She currently heads the travel section for Tatler Asia, and manages the Tatler Travel account on Instagram. She is known for her features on unique, under-the-radar properties and destinations. She's also known for her in-depth interviews that paint a refreshingly candid portrait of influential figures across various industries —from artists to political figures, CEOs to celebrity chefs. Follow her on Instagram @cocomarett
