So, here we are. It’s 2026, and if you haven’t heard the deafening roar of a stadium full of Candy Bongs lately, you’re probably living under a very quiet rock. TWICE is currently mid-swing on their massive "THIS IS FOR" World Tour, and honestly, it’s not just another K-pop lap around the globe. It’s a total shift in how they’re doing things.
You’ve probably seen the TikTok clips. The ones where the girls aren’t just standing on a distant stage at one end of the arena, but are literally surrounded by fans. That’s because the Twice world tour 2026 is their first ever "in-the-round" experience. Every single North American and European stop is using a 360-degree stage configuration. If you’ve ever been to a concert where you ended up behind a giant speaker stack, you know why this matters. There’s no "back" of the house this time.
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A lot of people were skeptical when JYP Entertainment first announced this. I mean, how do you choreograph "Fancy" or "I Can’t Stop Me" when there isn't a front? Usually, K-pop is all about that perfect, forward-facing symmetry.
But seeing it live? It’s different.
The stage is positioned dead center in the arenas. During the Vancouver kickoff at Rogers Arena back on January 9, the energy was just... weirdly intimate for a place that holds nearly 20,000 people. Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu aren't just performing at you; they’re performing with you. They’ve had to completely rework their movement. You'll see them constantly rotating, swapping corners, and making sure the "nosebleed" sections behind the usual stage area get just as much face time as the floor.
Where They’ve Been and Where They’re Going
The 2026 leg is basically Part 2 of a journey that started back in July 2025 in Seoul. They spent the end of last year tearing through Asia and Australia—shoutout to the fans in Bulacan and Melbourne who saw the earlier stadium version. But the 2026 dates are the "Intimate Arena Run," even though "intimate" is a funny word for places like the Kia Forum in LA or The O2 in London.
If you’re trying to track them down, here’s a look at how the 2026 schedule has been shaking out:
- January: They started in Vancouver and hit the West Coast hard. Seattle, Oakland, and a massive four-night residency at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles (originally it was only two, but demand went through the roof).
- February: This is the East Coast and South push. They’ve got stops in Phoenix, Dallas, DC, and a three-night stand at UBS Arena in Belmont Park.
- March: They’re heading north to Montreal and Hamilton before a quick flight over to Taipei for a show at the Taipei Dome on March 21. Then it’s back to the US for Orlando and Charlotte.
- April: The final North American stretch includes Boston, Chicago, Detroit, and St. Paul, ending at the Moody Center in Austin on April 17 and 18.
- May/June: Europe, you’re up next. They’re hitting Lisbon, Barcelona, Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam, finally wrapping the whole thing up at London’s The O2 on June 3 and 4.
The Setlist: It’s Not Just the Hits
Honestly, the setlist for the Twice world tour 2026 is a bit of a marathon. They’re supporting their fourth studio album, THIS IS FOR, so you’re getting a heavy dose of new tracks like "Strategy" and "Options."
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But the real talk of the tour? The solo stages.
Unlike previous tours where they did covers or unit songs, the 2026 show gives every single member a shortened solo spotlight. We’re talking Tzuyu’s "Dive In," Mina’s "Stone Cold," and even Chaeyoung doing a "Firecracker" cover. It’s a huge nod to how much they’ve grown as individual artists since those early "Cheer Up" days. They even have a band—the "RIGHT HAND GIRL" extended outro with the live band is probably the most "rock star" TWICE has ever sounded.
What Happened with the Contract Renewal?
You can’t talk about TWICE in 2026 without mentioning the contract "elephant in the room." Around December 2025, the news finally broke that all nine members officially renewed with JYP Entertainment again.
This was a huge relief for ONCEs. There were so many rumors flying around on Twitter (or X, whatever we're calling it this week) about members wanting to focus on acting or solo careers. And while that’s still happening—Dahyun has been picking up more acting gigs and Nayeon/Jihyo/Tzuyu have their solo albums—they’ve committed to keeping the group alive. The "THIS IS FOR" tour feels like a celebration of that renewal. It’s a "we’re not going anywhere" victory lap.
Practical Advice for Ticket Hunters
If you haven't grabbed seats yet, I'll be real: it’s tough. Most shows sold out during the October 2025 presale. Because of the 360-degree stage, the seating capacity is actually higher than usual since they can sell tickets behind where the stage would normally be.
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If you're looking at the secondary market:
- Check the sightlines. Since it's in-the-round, some seats that usually look "bad" on a map (like the sections behind the stage) are actually some of the best for this tour.
- Wait for the production release. Sometimes venues release a few extra tickets a few days before the show once the equipment is actually set up and they see they have extra room.
- The "Work 3, Rest 1" Schedule. The girls are following a "work three weeks, rest one week" schedule to stay healthy. This is why you see those big gaps in the schedule between late February and late March. If you're planning a trip to see them, keep that in mind—they aren't just grinding 50 shows in a row without a break this time.
Why This Tour Matters
TWICE has nothing left to prove. They’ve headlined stadiums, they’ve hit #1 on Billboard, and they’ve survived the "seven-year curse" twice over.
This tour feels like they’re doing it because they actually want to be there. The interaction during the encore—where they usually play "Scientist" or "Feel Special" while wandering the edge of the 360-stage—is the most relaxed I’ve seen them. It’s less about the perfect pop machine and more about the 10-year bond they have with the fans.
If you’re heading to one of the upcoming dates in Chicago, Boston, or over in Europe, get there early for the soundcheck if you can. The "THIS IS FOR" era is definitely a peak for them, and seeing how they handle an arena with nowhere to hide is something any K-pop fan should witness.
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Actionable Next Steps for Fans:
- Verify your venue's bag policy: Most 2026 arena dates (like the United Center or The O2) have strict clear-bag or size-limit rules that differ from previous years.
- Update your Candy Bong software: Ensure your lightstick is synced via the official app before you enter the 360-degree Bluetooth zone to avoid pairing issues mid-show.
- Monitor Ticketmaster "Face Value Exchange": For sold-out stops like London or Paris, this is the only way to get legitimate tickets without paying the "scalper tax."