BLACKPINK Makes History as First K-pop Girl Group to Headline Wembley Stadium, Dazzling 110,000 Fans

BLACKPINK has once again made K-pop history, becoming the first-ever K-pop girl group to hold a solo concert at Wembley Stadium.

On the 15th and 16th (local time), BLACKPINK successfully wrapped up their 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR IN LONDON' at Wembley Stadium in London, UK.

Wembley Stadium is a legendary venue, known as the "holy ground of pop," where global icons like Queen (with their historic 1985 Live Aid performance), Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift have all left their mark. With this tour, BLACKPINK became the first K-pop girl group to headline the iconic stadium, attracting 110,000 fans and setting a new milestone in music history.

The moment the opening notes of "Kill This Love" rang out, the stadium erupted with deafening cheers. The members took the stage with commanding charisma, kicking off the show and fueling the excitement with global hits like "Pink Venom," "How You Like That," "Playing with Fire," and "Shut Down," all beloved by fans worldwide.

Each member's unique solo stage added even more color and excitement to the night. The group’s brand-new song "JUMP" ("Ttwieo") electrified the crowd with dynamic energy, sending fans’ adrenaline soaring. Performing alongside a vibrant live band, BLACKPINK delivered powerful choreography, flawless vocals, and seasoned stage presence, keeping the audience captivated at every moment.

The production matched the stadium’s grand scale, elevating the concert’s overall impact. Dazzling special effects, stylish graphics, and a breathtaking fireworks display lit up the London night sky, creating unforgettable memories. Fans were treated to special surprises, including a cameo by FKA twigs in Rosé’s opening VCR and a playful encore performance of the Spice Girls’ “Wannabe” — a heartfelt tribute to their UK fans.

The audience responded with thunderous singalongs, standing ovations, and a sea of glowing pink light sticks. Reflecting on their journey, BLACKPINK shared, “The energy in London is incredible. This feels like a dream. We’re only here because of you. Everything is thanks to BLINKs (our fandom).”

Major international media quickly spotlighted BLACKPINK’s achievements following the London shows. The BBC praised them for “cementing their status as the world’s top girl group,” while Billboard lauded, “BLACKPINK reminds us how they became the world’s premier girl group.”

With the triumphant finale of their European tour in London, BLACKPINK has now reached the halfway point of their 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR ,' which spans 16 cities and 31 shows. Starting in October, the group will continue their stadium-scale performances across Asia, with stops in Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Jakarta, Bulacan, Singapore, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and more.

Notably, this London concert marked the first time YG Entertainment implemented an environmentally and socially responsible approach for an overseas show. The event measured carbon emissions, set up booths for audience carbon footprint tracking, and showcased resource circulation and recycling efforts through displays of the paper-packaged "BLACKPINK Water," all in pursuit of a more sustainable concert experience.

Photo Credit: YG Entertainment

This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Jo Hyejin. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.