Former Inkigayo MCs to host 30th anniversary SBS Gayo Daejeon
The 30th anniversary SBS Gayo Daejeon will feature a special lineup of former SBS Inkigayo MCs, known as the "Inkigayo MC All-Stars," to host the two-day event. The festival is scheduled to take place on December 24 and 25 at KINTEX in Ilsan.
The 30th anniversary SBS Gayo Daejeon will be held over two days on December 24 and 25 at KINTEX in Ilsan, featuring a special lineup of former SBS Inkigayo MCs and 44 performing teams.
The 30th anniversary SBS Gayo Daejeon will feature the "Inkigayo MC All-Stars," a special lineup of former hosts from SBS Inkigayo.
For the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon, which marks its 30th anniversary, the MC lineup will bring together former hosts of SBS Inkigayo who have shared in the history of K-pop. For the first time in the event's history, the festival is confirmed to be held over two days on December 24 and 25.
The DAY 1 MC lineup features An Yu-jin of IVE, who has served as the "main host" for the SBS Gayo Daejeon for five years; YEONJUN of TOMORROW X TOGETHER, who maintains a unique presence on global stages; and SUNGCHAN of RIIZE, noted for his visuals and diverse charm.
The DAY 2 lineup will include JISOO of BLACKPINK, who is accelerating her global activities following a recent contract with a major US agency; WOONHAK of BOYNEXTDOOR, known for his wit and energy; and SHINYU of TWS, who continues a trend of success with recent new song promotions and award sweeps.
Global K-pop fans are focusing intense interest on the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon, as these former SBS Inkigayo MCs, who continue to lead trends and global activities in their respective fields, will all appear together.
Celebrating its 30-year history, the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon will feature a massive lineup of 44 teams to conclude the Christmas season. On DAY 1, Thursday, December 24, performers include BoA, U-KNOW, NAYEON (TWICE), NCT 127, MIYEON & MINNI (G-IDLE), TOMORROW X TOGETHER, YEONJUN, ENHYPEN, IVE, NMIXX, &TEAM, RIIZE, NCT WISH, RESCENE, and Hearts2Hearts. On DAY 2, Friday, December 25, the stage will be graced by SHINee, CL, T-ARA, JISOO, Stray Kids, Soyeon (G-IDLE), ATEEZ, TREASURE, BOYNEXTDOOR, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, BABYMONSTER, MEOVV, CORTIS, AND2BLE, EVAN, and A2O LITE.
The 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon, expected to be an unprecedented Christmas festival for its 30th anniversary, will be held on Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25, at KINTEX in Ilsan.
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