BE:FIRST Announces Additional New York Performance for 2026 World Showcase

BE:FIRST Adds Extra New York Show in 2026

Japanese dance and vocal group BE:FIRST has announced an additional performance in New York City as part of their highly anticipated "BE:FIRST WORLD SHOWCASE 2026." The new concert is set to take place on October 22, 2026, following the instant sell-out of their October 23 performance. The group’s rapid rise in popularity is underscored by the demand for their shows, reflecting strong international interest.

Originally, BE:FIRST planned a spectacular tour across four major cities: Bangkok, Taipei, Manila, and New York from September to October 2026. This showcase marks a pivotal moment as the group aims to solidify their global presence. They are also slated to perform at one of Indonesia’s largest music festivals, LaLaLa Festival 2026, this August, making this a busy year for the group.

In addition to their tour, BE:FIRST made waves in the music industry with their surprising collaboration with global superstar Janet Jackson. The remix of her hit song, "Doesn’t Really Matter," was released on June 12, 2026, and included a dazzling live performance at Jackson’s exclusive Japan concert on June 14, 2026, where BE:FIRST featured as special guests.

The announcement of the additional New York concert highlights the group’s strategy to embrace global opportunities while catering to their increasing fanbase abroad. Tickets for the extra show will be available for American Express cardholders from June 16 at 10 AM to June 17 at 11:59 PM, followed by general sales starting June 18 at 10 AM. Fans are encouraged to check the official BE:FIRST WORLD SHOWCASE 2026 website for further details.

Showcase Schedule:

- Bangkok: Samyan Mitrtown Hall — September 25, 2026
- Taipei: Legacy TERA — September 27, 2026
- Manila: New Frontier Theater — October 3, 2026
- New York:

- October 22, 2026 — Racket NYC (Additional Show)
- October 23, 2026 — Gramercy Theatre

New Music Releases

Apart from their live performances, BE:FIRST is gearing up to release their highly anticipated 10th single, "Missing," on July 1, 2026 under the label B-ME. This single will include three tracks:
1. Missing
2. Why, Why
3. Want it — One of the BE:ST-06 SHUNTO

Profile of BE:FIRST

Formed by members SOTA, SHUNTO, MANATO, RYUHEI, JUNON, and LEO, BE:FIRST is a six-member dance and vocal group known for their exceptional talents in singing, dancing, and rapping. Each member contributes to high-quality musical creations, with skills in songwriting, composition, and choreography that resonate strongly with their vibrant personalities. Since their pre-debut, they have topped various Japanese music charts, marking the start of their lofty aspirations towards the Asian and global music scenes.

Having successfully completed their first domestic tour across four major venues, which attracted an audience of approximately 300,000 fans, BE:FIRST is set to take their performance on the road globally with the "BE:FIRST World Tour 2025 - Who is BE:FIRST?" covering 12 cities across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.

In May 2026, they held their first solo stadium live performance, which drew about 100,000 attendees over two days, showcasing their immense popularity.

For the latest updates and further information about BE:FIRST’s projects and activities, please visit their official website and social media channels: