ATEEZ is making K-Pop history once again! The eight-member boy group is set to become the first K-pop idol group to perform at Deoksugung Palace, with their special performance featured on KBS2’s popular music programme, Immortal Songs.
The performance will air on 31st October 2026, as part of the show’s 778th episode, marking the second instalment of its 2026 Royal Culture Festival special.
A Historic Performance For ATEEZ!
For their special stage, ATEEZ will perform their recent hit Bad alongside their new track Drip, bringing their powerful choreography and stage presence to a historic royal setting.
The special was filmed at Heungnyemun Plaza in Gyeongbokgung Palace, as part of the celebrations leading up to the autumn Royal Culture Festival.
The event welcomed approximately 3,000 audience members, including around 300 international visitors, making it a memorable celebration of Korean music and culture.
More K-Pop Stars Join The Celebration!
ATEEZ won’t be the only group bringing excitement to the stage!
The episode will also feature NMIXX, BOYNEXTDOOR, Lee Seung Gi, Lyn and Kim Chang Wan Band, offering performances across different music genres.
NMIXX will perform Blue Valentine and Heavy Serenade, with a fan-recorded video of their performance already gaining 3.9 million views before the broadcast.
Meanwhile, BOYNEXTDOOR will perform songs including Animal while Lee Seung Gi and Lyn will team up for a special ballad duet. Kim Chang Wan Band will also perform some of their classic hits.
The evening will feature a large media display of Heungnyemun Plaza, adding to the celebration’s visual experience.
The first part of the special, which aired on 24th October, recorded a 5.3% nationwide viewership rating, becoming the highest-rated Saturday entertainment programme that day. With K-pop meeting Korea’s royal heritage, this is certainly a special performance for fans.
Sources: All Kpop
