POP-UP EVENT

Leeds Kpop Market 2026

Event Overview

The popular K-pop pop-up event is returning for 2026, and it is set to be bigger and better than ever before. This year’s edition features a brand-new venue, offering significantly more space for vendors, activities, and live performers. Organised by studio khal and StayTinySeoul, the market provides a dedicated space for the community to celebrate their favourite music and artists through shopping and entertainment.

Vendor Information

The organisers are looking for small businesses that specialise in both fanmade and official K-pop goods. With an increased number of tables available this year, the event aims to showcase a wide variety of creators and sellers. Merchandise typically found at the market includes phone grips, lanyards, keychains (including acrylic and NFC styles), badges, acrylic pins, wrist straps, and photocards.

Vendor applications are open from March 1st until April 30th, 2026. Applicants should apply via the link in the organisers' social media bio. Please note that if you have already completed the interest form, you do not need to fill out the application again.

Ticket Tiers and Key Dates

To help you plan your visit, the organisers have released a full schedule of important dates leading up to the event:

  • Early Bird Tickets: Available from February 14th to May 31st.
  • Vendor Applications: Open from March 1st to April 30th.
  • Performer Search and Applications: Open from May 1st to June 30th.
  • General Tickets: Available from June 1st to August 21st.

Early bird tickets can be booked through the link provided above.

Get Involved

Beyond attending as a guest or vendor, there are several ways to participate in this year's event. The organisers are actively seeking performers to take part in the day's entertainment, with applications opening in May.

Additionally, volunteers are needed to ensure the event runs safely and smoothly. If you are interested in helping out, you can reach out to the team via direct message or by emailing studiokhal00@gmail.com.

POP-UP EVENT

Leeds Kpop Market 2026

Event Overview

The popular K-pop pop-up event is returning for 2026, and it is set to be bigger and better than ever before. This year’s edition features a brand-new venue, offering significantly more space for vendors, activities, and live performers. Organised by studio khal and StayTinySeoul, the market provides a dedicated space for the community to celebrate their favourite music and artists through shopping and entertainment.

Vendor Information

The organisers are looking for small businesses that specialise in both fanmade and official K-pop goods. With an increased number of tables available this year, the event aims to showcase a wide variety of creators and sellers. Merchandise typically found at the market includes phone grips, lanyards, keychains (including acrylic and NFC styles), badges, acrylic pins, wrist straps, and photocards.

Vendor applications are open from March 1st until April 30th, 2026. Applicants should apply via the link in the organisers' social media bio. Please note that if you have already completed the interest form, you do not need to fill out the application again.

Ticket Tiers and Key Dates

To help you plan your visit, the organisers have released a full schedule of important dates leading up to the event:

  • Early Bird Tickets: Available from February 14th to May 31st.
  • Vendor Applications: Open from March 1st to April 30th.
  • Performer Search and Applications: Open from May 1st to June 30th.
  • General Tickets: Available from June 1st to August 21st.

Early bird tickets can be booked through the link provided above.

Get Involved

Beyond attending as a guest or vendor, there are several ways to participate in this year's event. The organisers are actively seeking performers to take part in the day's entertainment, with applications opening in May.

Additionally, volunteers are needed to ensure the event runs safely and smoothly. If you are interested in helping out, you can reach out to the team via direct message or by emailing studiokhal00@gmail.com.