"The first edition of KBK Fest will now take place on September 27, 2026, at Arenele Romane.
For the past 13 years, we have been organizing events for our fans in Romania, and KBK Fest was built with this community at its heart. Following the initial announcement, we received numerous requests to change the festival date so that fans could enjoy as many K-pop events as possible, and we acted accordingly. We were subsequently taken by surprise by the tremendous interest shown by the international audience for this inaugural edition.
For both our Romanian fans and those traveling from abroad, we made every effort to keep the original date. However, unforeseen external factors ultimately compelled us to reschedule the festival to September 27, 2026, in order to ensure the continuity of the project and to deliver an event filled with energy, high-quality production, and memorable experiences.
While searching for the most suitable option for holding the festival, ARTMS’s schedule became incompatible with the new date, and they will therefore no longer be able to perform at this year’s edition. We will certainly keep in mind the tremendous support and enthusiasm fans have shown for the group in our near future projects.
To maintain a strong lineup, we are delighted to confirm that YVES will be joining us, and we hope she is among the favorites of ARTMS fans. We are also using this additional time to fully upgrade the festival concept, transforming it into an even more premium and entertaining experience.
We understand that many international fans have already booked their flights and accommodations. To provide additional assistance, we have opened a dedicated support hotline via Whatsapp, available at +40 754 234 555, alongside our social media accounts, to help with travel changes and any other needs. Although our accounts remain open to everyone, we kindly ask for your support in keeping them available primarily for those who require assistance during this period.
More details and updates are also available on our Instagram page, @kpopbykompas.
All current tickets and benefits will remain valid. If the change of date prevents you from attending the festival, ticket refunds will be available. Refund requests may be submitted by email to Eventim within 14 days, up to and including July 23. All benefits related to ARTMS will be refunded.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to welcoming as many of you as possible to this edition and still have many exciting surprises in store for you." - The KpopbyKompas Team
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KBK FEST – East European K-Pop Festival
A new chapter for K-Pop begins in Eastern Europe.
On September 27, 2026, KBK FEST brings to Arenele Romane in Bucharest a festival dedicated to fans of the global phenomenon that has redefined the international music industry. For one day, the stage will be taken over by the energy, performances, and unmistakable aesthetics of the K-Pop universe.
Created as a meeting point for the K-Pop community in Romania and across the region, the festival will bring together artists from the Korean music industry in a live production designed to meet the standards of major international events.
The audience will experience the atmosphere of a true K-Pop festival: spectacular live shows, impressive choreography, and the energy that has made K-Pop one of the most powerful cultural phenomena of the past decade.
KBK FEST is more than just a concert – it is an experience dedicated to fans who live music, dance, and Asian pop culture at full intensity.
IMPORTANT: According to the Terms and Conditions agreed upon at the time of ticket purchase, tickets are refundable only in the event of the postponement or cancellation of the event.
