KARD’s 2026 European tour continues with stops in Sofia and Athens, with the Bulgarian capital scheduled for September 15 and the Greek capital for September 17. DSP Media’s official European itinerary places both concerts after the September 13 London date, giving HIDDEN KARD two more opportunities to see the quartet on the European leg of the tour.
For fans planning to attend, the most useful details go beyond the date on the poster. Sofia has separate arrival times for fan experiences, soundcheck and general admission, while the Athens organizer distinguishes its event listing from the main show time. This guide brings the confirmed information together with a listening introduction and practical preparation tips.
KARD Europe tour 2026: London, Sofia and Athens
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| September 13, Sunday | London, United Kingdom | Shepherd’s Bush Empire |
| September 15, Tuesday | Sofia, Bulgaria | Park Centre Yunak |
| September 17, Thursday | Athens, Greece | Universe Multivenue |
These dates and venues appear in the agency’s announcement. The same notice includes earlier European stops in Berlin, Frankfurt, Brussels, Lisbon, Barcelona, Madrid and Paris. Its updated entries should be read together: the repeated London and Sofia lines do not represent extra performances.
The immediate focus is the move from London to southeastern Europe. For local supporters, a nearby date can make the difference between attending a concert and following it remotely. If you are traveling to a show, use the itinerary to plan your trip, then check the venue’s ticket and entry details before attending.
Sofia: general admission opens before the main performance
The Eventim Bulgaria listing describes the Sofia appearance as KARD’s first concert in Bulgaria. Its detailed schedule places general admission at 7 p.m. and KARD’s performance at 8 p.m., with the event due to finish at 10 p.m. All times refer to Sofia local time.
General admission opens at 7 p.m.; KARD is scheduled to take the stage at 8 p.m.
That distinction is especially useful if you are coordinating with friends. Agree whether your meeting time means arriving near the venue, joining the entry line or being inside. Those are different moments, and a shared plan prevents someone from mistaking the artist’s start time for the time to leave home.
Sofia fan-experience timetable
Bilet BG’s detailed program gives earlier times for ticket holders with specific benefits. Check the exact package on your confirmation before using this schedule.
| Local time | Scheduled activity |
|---|---|
| 3:30 p.m. | Platinum and Gold entry |
| 4 p.m. | Hi-touch |
| 4:30 p.m. | Group photo; Selfie Experience and FANSIGN entry |
| 5 p.m. | One-to-one Selfie Experience |
| 5:20 p.m. | FANSIGN |
| 6 p.m. | Soundcheck entry |
| 6:30 p.m. | Soundcheck |
Keep your purchase confirmation accessible, including any separate benefit purchase. Do not assume that arriving early creates access to an activity outside your ticket category. If the wording on your booking is unclear, ask the seller about that specific order before traveling.
Athens: venue details and the published show time
DSP Media lists Universe Multivenue for September 17. The Envol Production ticket page on Weezevent gives the address as Par. Leoforou Kifisou 87, Egaleo, and identifies the main show time as 9:30 p.m. Its general event header begins at 9 p.m.; these two entries should not be treated as interchangeable.
The same page leaves Diamond, Platinum and Silver package door times to be announced. Anyone holding those packages should check the organizer’s latest message for their own arrival instructions. The Sofia timetable should not be applied to Athens.
For an unfamiliar venue, save the full address rather than relying only on the city name. Open your intended route before leaving, decide where your group will meet afterward and keep a charged phone available for the return journey. These small preparations let you focus on the show once you arrive.
Buying tickets: read the category before the headline price
The agency’s Sofia ticket link leads to Bilet BG. For Athens, local promoter TMR Entertainment directs buyers to More.com, while Envol Production also maintains the event listing linked above. Use the listing relevant to your purchase and keep the seller’s confirmation.
A ticket category’s name can sound self-explanatory while still leaving important details in the description. Read whether it includes entry to the main concert, a benefit, or both. Check whether a fan experience requires another ticket, and whether the purchaser’s details need to match the person attending.
Availability and fees can change, so this guide does not promise that a specific package remains on sale. Before payment, review the total price, city, date and included benefits on the actual checkout page. If a category is unavailable, another category with a similar name may offer a different experience.
Who are KARD?
KARD consists of BM, J.seph, SOMIN and JIWOO. The quartet’s mixed-gender lineup is a distinctive part of its identity. In its European tour preview, AS describes a sound drawing on EDM, hip-hop, tropical house and Latin influences, and notes the group’s 2017 debut.
For a first-time listener, the appeal is in hearing how the four performers share a song. Rather than approaching the concert as a test of how much of the catalog you already know, listen for changes in vocal tone, the handoff between sections and how the rhythm supports the performance.
A familiar chorus can be an easy entry point, but discovering an unfamiliar song live can be just as rewarding. Give yourself room to enjoy the arrangement and stage presentation without trying to identify every track immediately.
Start with the official “Back To Life” video
The agency’s July 28 album notice confirms the release of KARD’s first full-length album, Where To Now? (Part.2) : NOWHERE, led by “Back To Life.” The title track is a starting point for exploring KARD’s latest music before the concerts.
The official music video below comes from KARD’s YouTube channel. It introduces the release rather than documenting either upcoming concert.
Watch “Back To Life” on KARD’s official YouTube channel.
Build a short listening selection
AS also highlights earlier songs including “Oh NaNa,” “Don’t Recall,” “Rumor,” “Bomb Bomb,” “Dumb Litty,” “Gunshot” and “ICKY.” Choose a few alongside the current single to get a sense of the catalog. This is a listening suggestion, not a confirmed Sofia or Athens setlist.
Pair “Back To Life” with a few of the earlier tracks listed above to explore KARD’s catalog before the show. The selection gives newcomers somewhere to begin and returning listeners a chance to revisit familiar material. Official videos also bring the quartet’s choreography and individual performances into focus.
Why this tour carries additional meaning
The dates also sit within a larger transition. Reporting on DSP Media’s July announcement says the members and agency agreed to conclude group activities following the album and tour. Yalla KPOP’s report also reported DSP Media’s announcement and its message of thanks to HIDDEN KARD.
The announcement gives these European dates added significance for long-time fans. However, it does not identify Athens as KARD’s final concert worldwide. The September itinerary confirms where these performances fall within the European schedule; it does not establish an end date for every group activity.
For fans, a tour at a moment of transition can be a chance to reconnect with songs associated with different periods of their own lives. The experience need not depend on a dramatic label: hearing a familiar track with other listeners can be meaningful in itself.
A practical checklist before concert day
- Identify your entry category. Put the concert ticket and any benefit confirmation together so you can find both quickly.
- Save the latest timetable. Use the city’s own schedule and check messages from your seller before departure.
- Review venue policies. Look for current bag, camera, accessibility and admission guidance rather than borrowing rules from another stop.
- Plan the return journey. Decide on a meeting point with your group and leave flexibility for the exit crowd.
- Keep the music central. If recording is permitted, be considerate of people behind you and leave time to enjoy the performance directly.
If you need accessibility assistance, contact the venue or organizer with the specific support you require. A general event listing may not explain the arrangements in enough detail for your circumstances. Asking a concrete question about entry, seating or accompaniment is more useful than relying on assumptions.
For more European K-pop coverage, see our K-POP section. Each artist’s event has its own ticket structure, so use those articles as separate guides rather than applying one tour’s instructions to another.
The key difference between the two stops is the amount of arrival information already published. Sofia’s schedule sets out the afternoon fan activities and evening performance, while Athens package holders still need to watch for their door times. Keep the relevant event page with your booking so you can check for updates before concert day.
Frequently asked questions
Are both cities on DSP Media’s schedule?
Yes. The official European announcement names the Sofia and Athens concerts. The schedule table above follows those listings, with local ticket pages providing additional operational details.
Should I arrive at the main show time?
Plan around the entry instructions attached to your ticket. Allow time to find the entrance and complete admission before the performance. A benefit package may require a much earlier arrival than a standard concert ticket.
Is every song mentioned here guaranteed to be performed?
No. The listening section is designed to introduce KARD’s music. Artists can change their selections, and a published preview is not a promise about the order or contents of a future show.
Can I use the music video as a concert preview?
It is a helpful introduction to the current release and the performers’ visual presentation. The staging, sound and pacing of a concert are a separate experience, so enjoy the video as a starting point rather than a blueprint for the live production.
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