NCT Launches 10th Anniversary Project ‘NCT 2026,’ Unveiling Global Roadmap of Albums, Tours, and Fan Experiences
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SM Entertainment’s boundary-pushing global boy group NCT marks a major milestone as it officially kicks off its 10th anniversary project, NCT 2026.
Originally debuting on April 9, 2016 with “The 7th Sense,” NCT introduced its groundbreaking, ever-expanding group concept to the industry. Exactly ten years later, the group officially launches NCT 10TH ANNIVERSARY [NCT 2026] – a large-scale, year-long project celebrating its legacy while setting the stage for what’s next.
Centered around the slogan “EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO,” the project reflects on NCT’s decade-long journey while redefining its present identity. It also signals the group’s continued evolution, driven by its signature “NEO” energy as it moves toward a new chapter.
To mark the occasion, NCT revealed a new 10th anniversary logo on its official social channels at midnight KST on April 9. This was immediately followed by the launch of the NCT 2026 promotional website (2026NCT.com) at noon KST, which outlines the group’s year-long plans for the year and upcoming anniversary events, drawing strong interest from fans worldwide.
According to the roadmap, each NCT unit will roll out new music and activities throughout the year. NCT 127 will release an album and embark on a tour in Q3. NCT DREAM will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a fan meeting in Q3 and a new album in Q4. WayV is also set to return with a new album and tour in Q3. Further expanding the lineup, NCT WISH will kick off its activities with its first full-length album on April 20, followed by a Japanese single in Q3 and another album release in Q4
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NCT will further connect with fans through a range of in-person events, including the 10th anniversary pop-up store, ‘POP UP : NEO GROUND’ (May 15 - 23), and the ‘EXHIBITION : NEO DIMENSION’ exhibition, scheduled for Q3. These experiences are designed to celebrate the milestone with fans worldwide.
Beyond these events, the NCT 2026 project will unveil diverse content and activities to commemorate the 10th anniversary. The dedicated promotional website is expected to serve as an archival platform, connecting and documenting NCT’s history while providing continuous project updates.
About NCT
NCT, short for “Neo Culture Technology,” is a pioneering K-pop group and global brand developed by SM Entertainment. Built on a unique, scalable concept, NCT encompasses multiple teams—including NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, and WayV—each with its own distinct identity and sound, collectively expanding the NCT Universe across the world.
At its core, NCT represents a new model of artist and fan engagement, fostering a highly connected global fandom through music and shared experiences. Known for pushing creative boundaries, NCT has delivered a string of internationally acclaimed hits such as “Baggy Jeans,” “Golden Age,” “Make A Wish (Birthday Song),” “BOSS,” and “Universe (Let’s Play Ball),” solidifying its position at the forefront of K-pop’s global evolution. Since inception, NCT has won multiple prestigious music awards and delivered two epic concerts. The 2020 “NCT: Resonance Global Wave” live stream concert amassed 200,000 viewers across 124 countries, and 2023’s “NCT NATION: TO THE WORLD” stadium tour spanned five sold-out dates across Seoul, Osaka and Tokyo.
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