NCT WISH Announces Second Concert Tour ‘INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH’ Featuring Gocheok Sky Dome Milestone
In an extraordinary double declaration that has energized the K-pop community worldwide, NCT WISH has officially announced their highly anticipated second concert tour, titled INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH.
Revealed simultaneously with the release of their fourth mini-album, I SPY, on October 12, 2026, the announcement outlines an ambitious 13-city Asian run scheduled across the first four months of 2027.
Headlining the announcement is a monumental opening stint at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome on January 15 and 16, 2027.
For a group that debuted in early 2024 as the final sub-unit of SM Entertainment’s expansive NCT brand, entering South Korea’s premier dome venue within three years of activity represents an incredible commercial leap and underscores their rapid evolution into fifth-generation industry leaders.
Yes, all 6 full members of NCT WISH are participating. There are no member absences, missing lineup members, hiatuses, or temporary replacements for this tour.
Current Lineup Status
- Full 6-Member Roster: Sion (Leader), Riku, Yushi, Jaehee, Ryo, and Sakuya.
- No Hiatus or Health Exclusions: While Riku previously took a brief temporary health hiatus back in late 2024, he fully resumed activities prior to 2026. All six members are active in the current I SPY comeback promotions and are officially listed for the 2027 INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH tour schedule.
- No Replacements: K-pop units under SM Entertainment do not utilize temporary cover members; the group will perform in their full, official 6-member configuration across all 13 cities.
Full Tour Schedule: Dates, Cities, and Venues
The tour will span 13 distinct metropolitan hubs across Asia, featuring extended multi-night runs in key East Asian arenas alongside high-capacity stadium and exhibition center stops.
Below is the verified full schedule released by SM Entertainment and Weverse:
- Seoul, South Korea
- Dates: January 15 (Fri) – January 16 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Gocheok Sky Dome
- Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Date: January 23 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Kaohsiung Arena
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Date: February 6 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Impact Arena
- Manila, Philippines
- Date: February 13 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Smart Araneta Coliseum
- Tokyo, Japan
- Dates: February 26 (Fri) – February 28 (Sun), 2027 (3 Shows)
- Venue: Yoyogi National Stadium 1st Gymnasium
- Hyogo, Japan
- Dates: March 5 (Fri) – March 7 (Sun), 2027 (3 Shows)
- Venue: GLION Arena Kobe
- Fukuoka, Japan
- Dates: March 13 (Sat) – March 14 (Sun), 2027
- Venue: Kitakyushu Messe
- Aichi, Japan
- Dates: March 21 (Sun) – March 22 (Mon), 2027
- Venue: Port Messe Nagoya Exhibition Hall 1
- Macau
- Dates: March 27 (Sat) – March 28 (Sun), 2027
- Venue: Galaxy Arena
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Date: April 3 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Taipei Arena
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Date: April 10 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: ICE BSD Hall 5
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Date: April 24 (Sat), 2027
- Venue: Idea Live Arena
- Hong Kong
- Date: April 30 (Fri), 2027
- Venue: AsiaWorld-Arena
From Hall Shows to Dome Status: A Rapid Scale-Up
The transition to Gocheok Sky Dome—which comfortably accommodates over 18,000 to 20,000 spectators per show depending on stage configuration—marks a defining moment in NCT WISH’s trajectory. While their debut era was characterized by regional showcase tours and mid-sized hall venues tailored for close fan interaction, INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH shifts the group firmly into arena and dome territory across Asia.
Industry observers note that performing at Gocheok Sky Dome early in a group’s lifecycle is a rare mark of domestic ticket-selling power. For NCT WISH—comprising members Sion, Riku, Yushi, Jaehee, Ryo, and Sakuya—this move validates SM Entertainment’s long-term strategy of combining dual localized appeal in Korea and Japan with broader global momentum.
Furthermore, the Japanese leg of the tour showcases significant regional coverage. With three-night stops at Tokyo’s prestigious Yoyogi National Stadium 1st Gymnasium and Hyogo’s newly opened GLION Arena Kobe, alongside multi-day dates in Fukuoka and Aichi, NCT WISH continues the longstanding NCT tradition of building dominant live performance footprints in Japan.
Synergy with ‘I SPY’ Mini-Album Comeback
The timing of the tour announcement is intimately tied to NCT WISH’s brand-new musical era. On October 12, 2026, the unit released their fourth mini-album, I SPY, across global streaming platforms alongside physical album distribution.
The title track, “I SPY,” is described as a hybrid dance-pop anthem featuring dynamic production shifts and playful, energetic choreography. Lyrically, the song weaves the thematic concept of a game of “I Spy” into a expression of youthful curiosity and romantic attraction.
Album Structure & Promotional Universe
The six-track mini-album explores a diverse range of pop and urban textures. To build anticipation ahead of the drop, SM Entertainment deployed an interactive digital campaign featuring web-based fan experiences, name compatibility mini-games, and simulated voice messages from the members.
The artistic concepts introduced in I SPY are expected to serve as the core thematic foundation for the upcoming concert tour. The tour subtitle, Face Our WISH, suggests a narrative arc where the group transitions from youthful longing toward directly confronting and fulfilling their broader artistic ambitions alongside their fandom, NCTzen.
Pop-Up Stores & Global Fan Engagement
To bridge the gap between the October album release and the January tour kickoff, SM Entertainment is launching a series of global promotional activations:
- Seoul Pop-Up Store: Running from October 14 through October 24, 2026, offering exclusive merchandise, conceptual photo zones inspired by the I SPY music video, and interactive album listening stations.
- International Expansion: Additional official pop-up experiences are scheduled for Shanghai in November 2026 and Tokyo in December 2026, keeping engagement high throughout the fourth quarter of the year.
Ticketing and Industry Expectations
ticketing details—including fan club presale windows on Weverse, general public sale dates, and local promoter partnerships—will be released progressively by regional organizers in each destination market.
Given the surge in demand following their recent domestic chart performances, industry analysts anticipate swift sell-outs across the Seoul, Tokyo, and Southeast Asian dates.
In Conclusion
As NCT WISH prepares to close out 2026 with year-end award shows and promotional activities for I SPY, the announcement of INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH establishes a clear, high-impact roadmap for 2027, setting the stage for their biggest live performance year to date.