Jun.K from 2PM will not attend the GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026 festival due to organizer issues, but the event will continue as planned.
April/23/2026 11:44
2PM's Jun.K will not participate in the music festival held in Okinawa this weekend. 'GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026' announced via official X (formerly Twitter), 'We have been proceeding with the arrangements for Jun.K's appearance at 'GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026', but due to shortcomings on the part of the organizers, it has become impossible for him to perform.' They also apologized, saying, 'We sincerely apologize for the last-minute notice to everyone who was looking forward to his performance. We have been making every effort with the organizers and related parties to make his appearance possible, but unfortunately, we had to make this decision, and we ask for your understanding.' They stated that there will be no changes to the event itself. Regarding tickets, they mentioned, 'As this is a festival format event with multiple artists, refunds for tickets due to changes or cancellations of performers are generally not provided.' However, they added, 'In this case, we are currently considering relief measures for some customers who were planning to attend specifically for his performance. We will provide further details as soon as they are ready.' 'GIRLS GROOVE INNOVATION 2026' is a music groove festival originating from Okinawa, with the slogan 'Empowering Women!' It is scheduled to be held on the 25th and 26th of this month at Chura SUN Beach in Toyosaki Coastal Park, Toyomi City, featuring many artists including former TREASURE's Mashiho, aoen, Crystal Kay, CANDY TUNE, HOKUTO, BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE, aBUDDiiS, SUPER★DRAGON, and 7ORDER.
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