After a nearly three-year group hiatus, K-pop superstars BLACKPINK have announced an explosive return in 2025, complete with a new album release in June and a world stadium tour spanning Asia, North America, and Europe. The announcement marks the group's comeback after a three-year hiatus from group activities, generating tremendous excitement among fans worldwide.
The upcoming tour will kick off in Seoul, South Korea, at Goyang Stadium with two shows scheduled for July 5 and 6, 2025. Following these initial performances, BLACKPINK will embark on their North American leg, beginning with two highly anticipated concerts at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on July 12 and 13. The group will then move to Soldier Field in Chicago for a performance on July 18. Canadian fans will be treated to two shows at Rogers Stadium in Toronto on July 22 and 23, followed by two performances at Citi Field in New York City on July 26 and 27.
Continuing their global journey, BLACKPINK will head to Europe, starting with performances at the Stade de France in Paris on August 2 and 3. On August 6, they will perform at the Ippodromo SNAI La Maura in Milan, followed by a concert at Estadi Olímpic in Barcelona on August 9. A significant highlight of the European tour will be two nights at London's iconic Wembley Stadium on August 15 and 16, marking a historic achievement as BLACKPINK becomes the first K-pop girl group to headline the prestigious venue.
The tour will culminate with a series of three concerts at Tokyo Dome in Japan from January 16 to 18, 2026. Tokyo Dome is renowned for hosting major international artists, and BLACKPINK’s scheduled performances there highlight the group's extraordinary popularity in Asia.
In parallel with the tour announcement, BLACKPINK confirmed the upcoming release of their highly awaited album in June 2025. This new album will be their first full-group project since "Born Pink," released in September 2022. "Born Pink" achieved remarkable success, debuting at number one on major global charts and reinforcing BLACKPINK's status as an influential global music force. The forthcoming album has sparked significant anticipation, as fans and critics eagerly await new music after a considerable break.
The group's hiatus, beginning in late 2022, saw individual members focus on personal projects, collaborations, and solo ventures, keeping their global presence strong despite the lack of collective activities. During this period, members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa pursued various solo projects in music, fashion, acting, and brand endorsements, maintaining high visibility and global popularity. These solo endeavors and appearances at major international events, such as fashion weeks and brand ambassador roles, further heightened anticipation for their eventual reunion.
The announcement of BLACKPINK's comeback has generated significant buzz on social media and among global media outlets, reflecting the group's extensive international influence. Fans, collectively known as "BLINKs," have expressed immense excitement, making BLACKPINK’s return one of the most discussed topics in entertainment news. The upcoming tour and album release underscore the group's continued cultural significance and powerful presence in the global music industry.
As the dates of BLACKPINK's album release and world tour approach, global anticipation continues to build. This tour is expected to reinforce BLACKPINK's legacy as trendsetters and boundary-breakers in popular music, further cementing their role as leading figures in global pop culture.
