BLACKPINK's Jennie and LE SSERAFIM confirmed for Summer Sonic 2026, alongside major acts like THE STROKES and L'Arc-en-Ciel.
February/2/2026 16:15
It has been decided that BLACKPINK's Jennie and LE SSERAFIM will perform at "SUMMER SONIC 2026." The first lineup for the memorable 25th anniversary of Summer Sonic has been announced. First, the shocking debut that defined 21st-century rock, THE STROKES, and the Japanese rock band L'Arc-en-Ciel, celebrating their 35th anniversary, will make their first appearance as headliners. Additionally, the charismatic JAMIROQUAI, known for numerous hit songs and a unique groove, BLACKPINK member Jennie, and the music master DAVID BYRNE, who innovated the art form of music with "Stop Making Sense" and "American Utopia," will finally perform at Summer Sonic. Rising singer-songwriter ALEX WARREN, multi-creator FKA TWIGS, UK rock powerhouse KASABIAN, Vietnamese-American producer and multi-instrumentalist KESHI, dynamic live performers LE SSERAFIM, and the global a cappella group PENTATONIX will also appear. The unique band Sakanaction, representing the neo-soul scene, young genius STEVE LACY, Suchmos (Tokyo) who is gaining presence after restarting, and Britpop stalwarts SUEDE will grace the stage. AUDREY NUNA, who gained attention from "KPOP Girls! Demon Hunters," Australian R&B singer BOY SODA, Irish rising star CARDINALS, and next-generation pop artist CHLOE QISHA from Malaysia will also perform. Creative artist Cornelius, rising R&B artist DESTIN CONRAD from Florida, the promising rock band FLORENCE ROAD from Ireland, and the new generation indie pop duo GOOD NEIGHBOURS will join. The alternative rock band Hitsuzan, who have expanded their activities with successful overseas tours, the unique lyricist and singer Kitani Tatsuya, and KODALINE, who announced their disbandment and will have their last live in Japan, will also perform. PENDULUM, reigning over the UK rock/club scene with overwhelming sound and energy, indie rock band PRETTY BLEAK from Melbourne, and rising star SEKOU in the R&B scene will also appear. ZEBRAHEAD, who will surely liven up the venue, will update their record for the most appearances at Summer Sonic as an overseas artist. Summer Sonic 2026 will be delivered on an unprecedented scale. Attention is focused on future announcements. Tickets will go on sale tomorrow, February 3 (Tuesday) at 12:00 for Creative Man members, and from 10 (Tuesday) at 12:00 for official pre-sale. Additionally, the highly requested platinum tickets for all days have been added. ■Event Overview "SUMMER SONIC 2026" Dates: August 14 (Friday), 15 (Saturday), 16 (Sunday), 2026 Tokyo Venue: ZOZO Marine Stadium & Makuhari Messe Osaka Venue: Expo Memorial Park 【Performers】 THE STROKES, L'Arc-en-Ciel, JAMIROQUAI, JENNIE, ALEX WARREN, FKA TWIGS, KASABIAN, KESHI, LE SSERAFIM, PENTATONIX, Sakanaction, STEVE LACY, Suchmos (Tokyo), SUEDE, AUDREY NUNA, BOY SODA, CARDINALS, CHLOE QISHA, Cornelius, DESTIN CONRAD, FLORENCE ROAD, GOOD NEIGHBOURS, Hitsuzan, Kitani Tatsuya, KODALINE, PENDULUM, PRETTY BLEAK, SEKOU, ZEBRAHEAD special guest DAVID BYRNE…and more! 【Tokyo Performance】 Doors open at 9:00 AM / Starts at 11:00 AM <Tickets> ・1 DAY Ticket ¥21,000 (tax included) ・3 DAY Ticket ¥59,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ・Platinum Ticket ¥35,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Summer Sonic 1 DAY + Platinum benefits ・Platinum 3 DAY Ticket ¥100,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Summer Sonic 3 DAY + Platinum benefits <Platinum benefits> Dedicated viewing area / dedicated lounge / dedicated restroom / dedicated cloakroom / fast lane at merchandise sales / welcome drink / dedicated shuttle bus between venues ◎ The following admission tickets are required separately Option Ticket ・Early Morning Priority Ticket ¥3,500 (tax included) A numbered ticket that allows priority entry to the stage area at opening time (cannot be used after opening time). ※ Applications will be accepted after the timetable announcement ・Picnic Box ¥35,000 (tax included) Box seats within ZOZO Marine Stadium (capacity of 1 box: 1 to 5 people) <Ticket Validity Period> 1 DAY Ticket for August 14 (Friday): From 9:00 AM on August 14 (Friday) until the end of the performance on August 14 (Friday) 1 DAY Ticket for August 15 (Saturday): From 9:00 AM on August 15 (Saturday) until the end of the performance on August 15 (Saturday) 1 DAY Ticket for August 16 (Sunday): From 9:00 AM on August 16 (Sunday) until the end of the performance on August 16 (Sunday) 3 DAY Ticket: From 9:00 AM on August 14 (Friday) until the end of the performance on August 16 (Sunday) ※ Platinum tickets are the same as each 1 DAY and 3 DAY. <Pre-sale for CREATIVEMAN 3A members / CREATIVEMAN mobile GOLD members> 〇 CREATIVEMAN 3A members / CREATIVEMAN mobile GOLD members ・Discounted 3 DAY Ticket ¥57,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached ・Discounted Platinum 3 DAY Ticket ¥98,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached Application period: February 3 (Tuesday) 12:00 to February 9 (Monday) 18:00 (first-come, first-served) ・Discounted 1 DAY Ticket ¥20,500 (tax included, limited quantity) ・Discounted Platinum Ticket ¥34,000 (tax included, limited quantity) Application period: To be announced later 〇 CREATIVEMAN mobile members (below GOLD) Those who are less than one year of continuous membership or new members can purchase at the regular price during the above application period. (Limited quantity, first-come, first-served) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached. <Pre-sale for official pre-sale> 〇 3 DAY Ticket lottery benefits February 10 (Tuesday) 12:00～ (Ends when the planned number is reached) ・Full cash back on ticket price ・Invitation to Summer Sonic Tokyo 2027 〇 1 DAY Ticket / Platinum Ticket lottery benefits ・To be determined ・Full cash back on ticket price ・Platinum upgrade (for 1 DAY) ・Box seat ticket (for Platinum) ・Sonic coupon worth ¥3,000 (¥500 x 6 tickets) <Ticket Sites> ・e-plus ・Lawson Ticket Inbound reception February 10 (Tuesday) 12:00～ ※ No benefits Organizer: Summer Sonic Office OFFICIAL MEDIA: J-WAVE MEDIA PARTNERS: interfm SUPPORT: Chiba Prefecture / Chiba City Planning, production, and recruitment: Creative Man 【Osaka Performance】 Doors open at 10:00 AM / Starts at 11:00 AM ・Tickets ・1 DAY Ticket ¥19,000 (tax included) ・3 DAY Ticket ¥54,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ・Platinum Ticket ¥31,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Summer Sonic 1 DAY + Platinum benefits ・Platinum 3 DAY Ticket ¥90,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Summer Sonic 3 DAY + Platinum benefits <Platinum benefits> Dedicated viewing area / dedicated lounge / dedicated cloakroom / fast lane at merchandise sales / welcome drink ※ Ticket price includes admission fee to Expo Memorial Park. ◎ The following admission tickets are required separately Option Ticket ・Early Morning Priority Ticket ¥3,500 (tax included) A numbered ticket that allows priority entry to the stage area at opening time (cannot be used after opening time). ※ Applications will be accepted after the timetable announcement <Ticket Validity Period> 1 DAY Ticket for August 14 (Friday): From 10:00 AM on August 14 (Friday) until the end of the performance on August 14 (Friday) 1 DAY Ticket for August 15 (Saturday): From 10:00 AM on August 15 (Saturday) until the end of the performance on August 15 (Saturday) 1 DAY Ticket for August 16 (Sunday): From 10:00 AM on August 16 (Sunday) until the end of the performance on August 16 (Sunday) 3 DAY Ticket: From 10:00 AM on August 14 (Friday) until the end of the performance on August 16 (Sunday) ※ Platinum tickets are the same as each 1 DAY and 3 DAY. <Pre-sale for CREATIVEMAN 3A members / CREATIVEMAN mobile GOLD members> 〇 CREATIVEMAN 3A members / CREATIVEMAN mobile GOLD members ・Discounted 3 DAY Ticket ¥52,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached ・Discounted Platinum 3 DAY Ticket ¥88,000 (tax included, limited quantity) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached Application period: February 3 (Tuesday) 12:00 to February 9 (Monday) 18:00 (first-come, first-served) ・Discounted 1 DAY Ticket ¥18,500 (tax included, limited quantity) ・Discounted Platinum Ticket ¥30,000 (tax included, limited quantity) Application period: To be announced later 〇 CREATIVEMAN mobile members (below GOLD) Those who are less than one year of continuous membership or new members can purchase at the regular price during the above application period. (Limited quantity, first-come, first-served) ※ Ends when the planned number is reached. <Pre-sale for official pre-sale> 〇 3 DAY Ticket lottery benefits February 10 (Tuesday) 12:00～ (Ends when the planned number is reached) ・Full cash back on ticket price ・Invitation to Summer Sonic Osaka 2027 【1 DAY Ticket / Platinum Ticket lottery benefits】 To be determined ・Full cash back on ticket price ・Platinum upgrade (for 1 DAY) ・Sonic coupon worth ¥3,000 (¥500 x 6 tickets) <Ticket Sites> ・e-plus ・Lawson Ticket Inbound reception February 10 (Tuesday) 12:00～ ※ No benefits Organizer: Summer Sonic Office OFFICIAL MEDIA: FM802/FM COCOLO Co-sponsored by Expo Memorial Park Management Partners Planning, production, and recruitment: Creative Man / Kyodo Kansai ■Related Links "SUMMER SONIC 2026" Official Site "SUMMER SONIC" Official X
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