The BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR will kick off on July 5, 2025, at the Goyang Stadium in Korea. The tour will include multiple performances across regions such as Asia, North America, and Europe.

The BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR will kick off on July 5, 2025, at the Goyang Stadium in Korea. The tour will include multiple performances across regions such as Asia, North America, and Europe.

The 2025 Asia's Top Artists Festival (ATA Festival) will be held on September 27-28 at the Youth Square at Nanji Park on the Han River in Mapo-gu, Seoul. This is the first time that the music festival will be hosted by Hankyung Media Group, South Korea's leading economic and entertainment media group. In addition to K-Pop performances, the festival will offer a full range of Korean cultural experiences. Attendees can try a variety of Korean cuisine in the "Korean Food Zone," which brings together international F&B brands and food trucks serving traditional Korean cuisine. The "Korean Beauty Zone" will provide opportunities to learn makeup techniques from professional makeup artists and try out beauty products. Fashion activities in the "Korean Fashion Zone" will include activities such as dressing up as characters from popular TV dramas. In addition, there will be an event area that showcases the traditional cultures of various Asian countries.

World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025 is the flagship event bringing together the six aquatic sports of swimming, water polo, diving, artistic swimming, open water swimming and high diving. The premier event, to be held from July to August 2025 at the Singapore Sports Hub and Sentosa, is expected to attract over 2,000 competitors from over 190 countries and will host the best athletes from the top aquatic countries.

From July to November 2025, YOASOBI will start its first domestic tour with 40 performances in 14 counties across the country. This is the first Hall tour in the country for YOASOBI.

Madonna Las Vegas promises to be an unforgettable night of music and entertainment, taking place at the iconic MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV, US. On January 18, 2026, at 8:30 PM, fans will gather to witness the Queen of Pop deliver a spectacular performance that spans her illustrious career. Known for her electrifying stage presence and boundary-pushing artistry, Madonna's concerts are legendary, and this event is expected to be no different. The MGM Grand Garden Arena, renowned for hosting world-class events, provides the perfect backdrop for this highly anticipated show. With ticket prices yet to be announced, anticipation is building for what is sure to be a sold-out event. Attendees can expect a night filled with iconic hits, stunning visuals, and unforgettable moments. Madonna Las Vegas is set to be a highlight of the entertainment calendar, drawing fans from around the globe to experience the magic of one of the most influential artists of all time.

Experience the unforgettable TWICE《THIS IS FOR》WORLD TOUR in Bangkok at the prestigious Impact Arena. Witness the global phenomenon as they take the stage on December 13th and 14th, 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a truly spectacular event.

With the expansion of the launch area, you can enjoy a fireworks display that is even larger in scale than last year. In addition to the diverse displays that unfold at close range, the spectacular fireworks that shoot straight up into the air will create a spectacular sense of realism. This year, the number of fireworks will be increased even further, allowing you to experience a sense of dynamism that feels as if the climax is never ending. The colorful and flashy displays that are unique to the Kansai region will brightly color the summer night sky.

What if the whole world was a canvas and we were the protagonists walking on it? With 1.1 million fans, Werner Bronckhorst, a representative contemporary artist, brings you the experience of making everyday life into art. You can enjoy it at the first exhibition in Asia at Ground Seesaw West Village. This exhibition has a new collection of original paintings specially made for Korean audiences and exhibits more than 100 of his representative works. Feel the small special things in everyday life in the vast world. From the dynamic city scenery unfolding on the gray asphalt road, to the leisurely afternoon sunshine strolling on the green grass, to the moment of immersion in the blue waves. When you gaze at the daily slices transferred on the canvas, the days you face every day will become particularly precious. We invite you to join this journey and make this moment as special as the scene in the work.

Overview Theme: Designing Future Society for Our Lives Subthemes: Saving Lives Empowering Lives Connecting Lives Concept: People's Living Lab 1. A space where 8 billion people from around the world will not only view exhibits but will co-create our future society. 2.Even before the Expo begins, an online platform for sharing challenges and solutions from around the world will be launched. 3.A place where the world’s knowledge such as cutting-edge technology will be brought together, used to create new ideas, and shared, all to help resolve global issues facing mankind. Purpose World Expo has both cohesive and communication capabilities. We will use these capabilities as a trigger to sustain growth and development of Osaka, Kansai as well as Japan following on from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. What is a World Expo? A World Expo is an event that brings together people and innovations from around the world in an effort to address issues facing humankind on a global scale. The Osaka Expo 1970, Japan’s, and Asia’s, first ever, became a symbol of Japan’s rapid economic growth and one of the country’s most lauded events. Twenty years after the Aichi Expo 2005, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai will bring the international community back to Japan. A World Exposition is a place, where new technologies and products are born, triggering greater convenience in our daily lives. Elevator (New York Exhibition, 1853), telephone (Philadelphia Centennial Exposition, 1876) Family restaurants, wireless telephones, electric cars, moving sidewalks (Expo 1970 Osaka) Entry tickets embedded with IC chips, AED, dry mist (Aichi Exposition, 2005) Goals of Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai To contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Achievement of Japan’s national strategy Society 5.0EXPO for SDGs In 2025, the world will be a mere five years away from 2030, the year the United Nations has set as the target for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making it a crucial one for ramping up efforts to achieve these goals. Therefore, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai will become a key platform for reaching the SDGs by 2030. The key is “Society 5.0” “Society 5.0” is Japan’s national strategy to develop a human-centered society that progresses economically and resolves social issues through a system that combines both cyber and physical spaces in a sophisticated manner. It refers to a new form of society chronologically following hunting, farming, industry, and information societies. A society that is able to resolve a variety of issues on a global scale with technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, big data, and biotechnology is a society that will have achieved the SDGs. What we will realise at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Bringing together the wisdom of the world, including breakthrough technologies, to create and communicate new ideasExpansion of domestic and overseas investmentCreation of innovation through activation of human interactionActivation of regional economies and small and medium enterprisesA chance to communicate the wealth of Japan’s cultureThe multiple merits of a world expo held in Osaka, Kansai, Japan Activation of Japan’s economy and the Osaka, Kansai regional economy, and strengthened management of small and medium enterprises resulting from expanded business opportunities are expected to have an economic ripple effect of about JPY 2 trillion.Further development of Osaka, Kansai’s world-class life sciences and biomedical achievements through new innovation in line with Expo’s theme.Further enrichment of Osaka, Kansai’s proud, long history and culture through interaction with foreign cultures, and elevation of its global recognition.Enabling Japan’s young, next-generation creators in a variety of fields to communicate their talents to the world.Japan possesses one of the safest environments and most advanced transport infrastructure in the world, and Osaka, Kansai can be easily accessed from major cities in the world.

Singapore’s 60th National Day on 9 August 2025 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Singapore’s heritage, progress and unity. As the nation marks this important milestone, locals and visitors alike can look forward to a spectacular extravaganza, including fireworks, parades, air shows and spectacular performances lighting up the Marina Bay skyline.

The exhibition showcases more than 170 works created through a variety of techniques and media, including seven unpublished original paintings that are being made public for the first time in the world. The exhibition specifically reinterprets the ceiling paintings of the Opera Garnier in Paris and the stained glass of the Hadassah Medical Center through media art, providing an immersive art experience that allows light and color to softly surround the space. The exhibition was carefully planned by experts, curators and architects who have conducted in-depth research on European art history. From planning to spatial interpretation, it has been carefully designed to make the works resonate with the exhibition space, allowing the audience to fully experience the color experiments and spatial perception of the objects.

The Darling Harbour fireworks are the ultimate experience Sydneysiders and visitors alike cannot miss. These free dazzling displays paint the harbour sky with vibrant colours, creating an atmosphere of pure Sydney magic. Whether you're taking an evening stroll, enjoying an alfresco drink or tucking into a delicious dinner, there's no better way to cap your Darling Harbour experience than with an unforgettable fireworks display set against the backdrop of Sydney's most iconic waterfront. Here's the Darling Harbour fireworks schedule (shows are weather dependent): June Saturday 21 June, 8:30pm Saturday 28 June, 8:30pm The fireworks are on hold for the first two weeks of June to coincide with Vivid Sydney, 23 nights of light, music, creativity and food. July 5 July (Saturday) 8:30 pm 12 July (Saturday) 8:30 pm 19 July (Saturday) 8:30 pm 26 July (Saturday) 8:30 pm August 2 August (Saturday) 8:30 pm 9 August (Saturday) 8:30 pm 16 August (Saturday) ) 8:30 pm August 23 (Saturday) 8:30 pm August 30 (Saturday) 8:30 pm September September 6 (Saturday) 8:30 pm September 13 (Saturday) 8:30 pm September 20 (Saturday) 8:30 pm September 27 (Saturday) 8:30 pm

Hosted to the Japanese Grand Prix™ since 1987, Suzuka is one of the most legendary circuits in F1, and has been the site of countless season-changing epic races. The fans at Suzuka are passionate – you’ll see many of them wearing F1-themed clothing and letting their creativity run wild. With great food and a vibrant atmosphere, the fusion of motorsport and Japanese culture makes the Japanese Grand Prix one of the most popular races on the F1 calendar every year! Track Introduction Track layout: Suzuka Circuit is famous for its unique figure-8 layout and is one of the most challenging tracks in the F1 schedule. It includes high-speed straights, technical corners, S-bends, Degner bends and the legendary 130R bend. Track length: 5.807 km per lap Number of laps: 53 laps, total race distance 307.471 km

ENHYPEN is a global boy group formed through Mnet's large-scale project "I-LAND," which aired from June 2020 for approximately three months. The group consists of seven members: Jungwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-ki. They debuted in November 2020 with "BORDER: DAY ONE" and made their Japanese debut in July 2021 with the single "BORDER: Hakanai." In January 2023, as a "4th generation" K-POP act, they held a solo dome concert at Kyocera Dome Osaka as part of their "MANIFESTO" world tour, setting the fastest record for a dome concert within approximately two years of debut. Later, during their September 2023 "FATE" world tour, they became the fastest K-POP boy group to hold a solo concert at Tokyo Dome. Their fifth mini-album "ORANGE BLOOD," released in November 2023, achieved double million sales, and their latest album "ROMANCE: UNTOLD" also reached double million sales in initial shipments, continually breaking their own records. ENHYPEN will hold their first stadium concert in Japan this summer, titled "ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR 'WALK THE LINE' IN JAPAN -SUMMER EDITION-." The concerts will take place on July 5-6 at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo and August 2-3 at Yanmar Stadium Nagai (Nagai Stadium) in Osaka. This marks the first time a "4th generation" K-POP group has held stadium concerts in two cities—an unprecedented feat. Additionally, ENHYPEN achieved this milestone in approximately 4 years and 7 months since debut, the fastest among non-Japanese artists.

TWICE's first concert in Hong Kong! The concert will be held at Kai Tak Stadium on December 6! TWICE officially announced their latest world tour "< THIS IS FOR > WORLD TOUR". Surprisingly, this tour also includes stops in Hong Kong, Macau, and Kaohsiung. The Hong Kong station will be held at the Kai Tak Stadium on December 6! This concert is TWICE's first Hong Kong concert in ten years since their debut. TWICE Hong Kong Concert 2025 Details TWICE < THIS IS FOR > WORLD TOUR IN HONG KONG Date: December 6, 2025 Venue: Kai Tak Stadium Address: 38 Shing Kai Road, Kowloon City, Hong Kong

Featuring more than 150 works in drawing, printmaking, painting, sculpture, installation and ceramics, this comprehensive exhibition offers audiences the opportunity to immerse themselves in Nara’s personal and creative worlds. Celebrated across the globe for his powerful portraits with eyes that gaze back at the viewer, and his drawings that engage with daily experiences, Nara is also known for his wood, fibreglass and ceramic sculptures as well as his installations of little houses. Nara’s work explores themes of resistance, rebellion, isolation, freedom and spirituality. This thematic exhibition reveals enduring influences on the artist’s work, particularly nature and its mythology, the peace movement, the significance of home, and his interest in punk and rock music and popular culture. Born in 1959 in Japan’s Aomori prefecture, Yoshitomo Nara completed the Master of Fine Arts programme at the Aichi University of the Arts in 1987. Nara subsequently moved to Germany in 1988 and began his enrolment at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. After residing in Cologne, he returned to Japan in 2000. He has exhibited in numerous museums and galleries in Europe, the United States, Japan, and Asia since the late 1990s.This is an expanded version of the touring exhibition from the Guggenheim, Bilbao, and Museum Frieder Burda, Baden-Baden, featuring additional work, including early sculptures and new paintings.

The Macau Badminton Association and Sands China Ltd. will jointly host the "2025 Sands China Macau Badminton Open HSBC BWF World Tour Super 300" at the Macau East Asian Games Stadium from July 29 to August 3 this year. The Macau Badminton Association has been hosting this annual grand sports event in Macau since 2006. This year, this event, which is one of the World Ranking Tournaments of the BWF, continues to be co-organized with the local integrated resort company "Sands China Ltd." to fully support the cross-border integration development of "tourism + sports" and further enrich Macau's connotation as a world tourism and leisure center. The total prize money of this world-class international badminton tournament has increased to US$370,000 (approximately 3 million Macau patacas) this year. It is believed that the event will once again lead a badminton craze. This year's event attracted 442 athletes from 29 countries and regions to register for the competition, which is the highest number of registrations in the past year after the cross-border cooperation of "tourism + sports" last year. Among them, there are 269 athletes who are confirmed to be eligible to come to Macao to compete, including: National team Olympic gold medalists Chen Yufei and Chen Qingchen; Hong Kong, China men's singles player Ng Ka Long is back to defend his title; Indonesian pair Katama and Isfahani ranked 8th in the world in men's doubles; Ren Xiangyu, a national team player who has won many Super Series titles in recent years; Danish mixed doubles pair Jesper Toft and Emily McGrand ranked 8th in the world for the first time, and Malaysian mixed doubles pair Tan Tong Kit and Toh Ee Wei, who won the runner-up in the BWF World Tour Finals last year and are currently ranked 4th in the world. In addition, six athletes from Macao, China will compete in the event: Pei Pengfeng, Liang Yucong, Huang Jueyong, Wu Yingsi, Pei Zihua and Chen Qiaohui, who will participate in the men's and women's singles, doubles and mixed doubles events respectively. Don't miss it, let's cheer for the players. Tournament Schedule: 2025/07/29 10:00 – Preliminary and Round of 32 2025/07/30 10:00 – Top 32 2025/07/31 10:00 – Top 16 2025/08/01 12:00 – Semi-finals 2025/08/02 12:00 – Semi-finals 2025/08/03 12:00 – Finals

POP TOY SHOW Singapore is POP MART’s flagship celebration of pop-culture toys and collectibles, uniting global and Southeast Asian artists, brands and fans in an immersive experience of the latest trends, hands-on interactions and activities. Landing 22–24 August 2025 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1 (Halls A–C), dive into exclusive product drops, fan-favourite activations and unforgettable experiences—all under one roof. Brought to you by POP MART, the global champion of character-driven entertainment.Seeyouthere!

The Ghibli 3D Modeling Exhibition, which explores the appeal of Studio Ghibli works, will be held at Warehouse Terada B&C HALL/E HALL in Tennoz, Tokyo from Tuesday, May 27th. Studio Ghibli works, including the movie "How Do You Live?", which has been released in over 80 countries and regions, are now being watched all over the world. Behind the scenes, there were people in each country and region who loved the works and tried to spread them over a long period of time. This exhibition will introduce famous scenes from the movies through 3D models, tracing how overseas partners distributed the works. The 3D Modeling Exhibition is the origin of the full-scale Studio Ghibli exhibition that began in 2003, and will return to Tokyo after 22 years of evolution. Of particular interest is the Savoia S-21 flying boat that appears in the movie "Porco Rosso". The impressive flying boat, created based on the assumption that it "really existed," will look like it is about to take off from Warehouse Terada at any moment. The event will run from May 27th (Tuesday) to September 23rd (Tuesday, national holiday). The "Ham Ramen" that was on sale at the "Friday Road Show and Ghibli Exhibition" two years ago and became a hot topic will be back at the water facility "T-LOTUS M" next to the venue. In addition, tickets will be sold in combination with the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka and tickets linked to hotel accommodation plans.

TWICE Concert 2025 (트와이스) Taiwan, one of the last stops on the South Korean K-pop girl group’s <THIS IS FOR> World Tour (Part 1), will take place on 22 November 2025 at the Kaohsiung National Stadium. Fans in Taiwan will be among the first to experience the live debut of tracks from TWICE’s much-awaited fourth full album, <THIS IS FOR>, set for release in July 2025. The concert will also feature a lineup of timeless fan favorites, including “What is Love?”, “TT”, “Fancy”, and more! ONCEs in Taiwan, don’t miss this one-night-only celebration with TWICE! TWICE Kaohsiung Concert 2025 Details TWICE《THIS IS FOR》WORLD TOUR - KAOHSIUNG Date: December 22, 2025 Venue: Kaohsiung National Stadium Address: Kaohsiung National Stadium, No. 100, Shiyun Blvd, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

During the "full moon" period when the moon is full, backpackers and electronic music fans from all over the world come to Koh Phangan, which is famous for the full moon party, to hold a party. This party is called the Full Moon Party. The tradition is to paint your body with fluorescent paint and dance under the full moon. You can paint your body like an artist to attract others.

The newly formed Korean group TWS is preparing for their first concert, and the atmosphere is growing increasingly tense. The concert titled "2025 TWS TOUR '24/7: WITH:US'" will tour cities across Japan from July to August. Recently, Weverse shared a vibrant concert poster with social media platforms, delighting fans immensely. On the poster, the members are smiling under a clear blue sky. Their radiant smiles were filled with joy and anticipation for the concert. TWS aims to become a shining new generation of stage artists. Their performances will feature vibrant choreography and stable live singing, leaving a lasting impression. Pledis Entertainment is dedicated to presenting a genuine show that showcases TWS's growth and commitment to its fans.

As part of the Moomin 80 programme in Gloucester, we invite you and your family into a magical world inspired by Moomins this Spring and Summer. Settle down for an hour to explore a whole world of emotions with your family and immerse yourself in the adventures of Moominmamma, Sniff, Stinky, Little My, Hodgkins, Snufkin and Snorkmaiden!

A "Detective Conan" mystery-solving event will be held at Osaka Castle! Take on the challenge of solving mysteries with Edogawa Conan and Hattori Heiji! A strange code was discovered in the city overlooking Osaka Castle. The identity of the culprit and his motives are unknown. Heiji, who received a top-secret request, begins an investigation with Conan. Before long, the two realize that the code is not just a play on words, but a device that also involves the surrounding "scenery." Can you solve all the codes using the clues scattered around the city?

The 2025 BBC Proms season brings together many of the world’s finest international artists and orchestras, featuring more than 40 outstanding ensembles from across the UK: a series of concerts that can only be experienced at the world’s greatest classical music festival. The BBC’s own orchestras and choirs form the backbone of the Proms, making nearly 50 appearances throughout the season. The BBC Singersperform at 11 Proms, including the First and Last Nights, showcasing their broad range of repertoire. Sakari Oramo conducts the First Night of the Proms, with tenor Caspar Singh, baritone Gerald Finley, violinist Lisa Batiashvili – including the world premiere of The Elements by Master of the King’s Music Errollyn Wallen, commissioned by the BBC. The Last Night of the Proms is conducted by Elim Chan and features trumpeter Alison Balsom and soprano Louise Alder, with two world premieres, by Camille Pépin and Rachel Portman: the latter being the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Original Score. The BBC Proms makes its debut in both Bradford, as part of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, and Sunderland, bringing the festival to new audiences. The Proms also returns to Bristol and Gateshead for two three-day weekend residencies, and a special Prom in Belfast marks the centenary of Radio 4’s popular Shipping Forecast. The season features a compelling line-up of international orchestras, including the Vienna Philharmonic, the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Major soloists include pianists Yunchan Lim and Sir András Schiff, violinists Hilary Hahn and Janine Jansen and soprano Golda Schultz. Nineteen world, European or UK premieres will be performed, including 10 works commissioned by the BBC, showcasing an extraordinary range of contemporary composition. Sir Simon Rattle conducts the Chineke! Orchestra for the first time, in their tenth-anniversary year. Anna Lapwood co-curates the first overnight Prom since 1983, featuring pianist and YouTube sensation Hayato Sumino, cellist Anastasia Kobekina, the Chapel Choir of Pembroke College, Cambridge and the boundary-crossing Norwegian ensemble Barokksolistene. The Proms marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Shostakovich with eight of his works performed during the season, including Aurora Orchestra playing Symphony No. 5 entirely from memory. Other composer anniversaries include Luciano Berio, Pierre Boulez, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and Arvo Pärt. Legendary Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi makes his Proms debut, conducting the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in his symphony inspired by the tragic events of Hiroshima: The End of the World. Across the season there is a wealth of opera, including a collaboration between the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the English National Opera for The Lady Macbeth of the Mtensk District by Shostakovich – only performed in its entirety once before at the Proms. Glyndebourne brings their new production of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro to the festival, and Puccini’s Suor Angelica is performed by the London Symphony Orchestra with Chief Conductor, Sir Antonio Pappano. Large-scale choral repertoire features throughout the season, from Ralph Vaughan Williams’s rarely performed oratorio Sancta Civitas on the First Night, to Striggio’s Mass in 40 Parts from Le Concert Spirituel. There is also a Proms debut from Peter Whelan and the Irish Baroque Orchestra and Chorus, with Handel’s Alexander’s Feast. The Proms continues its tradition of collaborating with other BBC brands. In addition to the 100 Years of the Shipping Forecast Prom in Belfast with the Ulster Orchestra and Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, Claudia Winkleman hosts The Traitors Prom at the Royal Albert Hall, exploring themes of treachery and betrayal in classical music. Concerts for children include a new CBeebies Prom: A Magical Bedtime Story as well as the CBeebies Prom: Wildlife Jamboree in Gateshead. The Proms continues to welcome non-classical artists, presenting their music in new orchestral settings – this year hosting the multi-Grammy winning musicians St. Vincent and Samara Joy. Trevor Nelson presents the Soul Revolution Prom and Anoushka Shankar makes a welcome return to the Proms with the world-premiere performance of her new album.