IVE Makes History as First K-Pop Girl Group to Headline Lollapalooza Berlin Two Years Running

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South Korean girl group IVE is set to make music festival history this September as they become the first K-pop girl group to headline Lollapalooza Berlin for two consecutive years. The six-member ensemble will take the main stage on September 13th for an extended 55-minute solo performance at Berlin's iconic Olympiastadion.

The milestone performance comes as IVE continues to expand their international presence, with the group scheduled to perform as headliners at the prestigious German music festival. The Olympiastadion Berlin venue, which can accommodate approximately 74,000 attendees, will host the two-day festival on September 13th and 14th.

IVE's Expanding European Festival Circuit

Following their Berlin appearance, IVE will continue their European festival tour at Lollapalooza Paris on September 21st. The group will share the stage with internationally acclaimed artists including pop superstar Justin Timberlake and other major acts, further cementing their status as global performers.

Reflecting on their upcoming performances, IVE expressed their excitement about returning to the Lollapalooza stage. "Last year's stage was so overwhelming and happy that I remember it," the group shared in a recent statement. "I want to enjoy it with music fans from all over the world this time too."

Building on Previous Lollapalooza Success

IVE's journey with Lollapalooza began in August 2024 when they performed at Lollapalooza Chicago. During that breakthrough performance, the group delivered an explosive 45-minute set featuring 11 songs with full band accompaniment, earning widespread critical acclaim from music industry publications.

The American music press took particular notice of IVE's Chicago debut, with Billboard praising the performance as "one of the most memorable performances" and noting how the group "captured the hearts of the audience." This positive reception has clearly paved the way for their expanded role at the European festivals.

Lollapalooza's Global Music Festival Legacy

Lollapalooza has established itself as one of the world's premier music festivals since its inception in Chicago in 1991. The festival has since expanded globally, with editions now held across the United States, France, Chile, Brazil, and other international locations, consistently featuring top-tier artists from various genres.

IVE's inclusion as headliners represents the continued globalization of K-pop and the genre's growing acceptance in mainstream Western music festivals. Their extended performance slots demonstrate the festival organizers' confidence in the group's ability to captivate diverse international audiences.

Additional Performance Commitments

Beyond their European festival appearances, IVE has additional high-profile commitments scheduled for September. The group is set to perform at the halftime show of the first game of the 2025 Coupang Play Series on September 30th, showcasing their versatility across different entertainment platforms.

As IVE prepares for their historic second consecutive Lollapalooza Berlin headlining performance, they continue to break barriers for K-pop girl groups on the international stage. Their success at these prestigious festivals signals the growing global appetite for Korean pop music and the increasing recognition of K-pop artists as legitimate headliners at major Western music events.