Kaohsiung mayor says TWICE concerts brought in over NT$500 million

Kaohsiung, Nov. 24 (CNA) Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai (陳其邁) on Monday claimed that weekend performances by K-pop group TWICE generated more than NT$500 million (US$15.89 million) in tourism revenue.

The concerts, held over two days on Saturday and Sunday, drew a total of 180,000 fans at the Kaohsiung National Stadium, Chen told reporters at the Kaohsiung City Council.

The city's shopping districts, night markets, and hotels were packed with visitors, with some night market vendors staying open until 3 or 4 a.m. on both days, he added.

Chen said concert-driven tourism has given a boost to the city's visibility, noting that in December, the Asia Artist Awards (AAA), a major South Korean entertainment awards show, will also be held in Kaohsiung.

The Kaohsiung National Stadium is "already fully booked" for 2026, Chen said, adding that any other groups wishing to perform there may have to wait until 2027.

At Sunday's concert finale, TWICE teased fans about their upcoming Taipei shows, with on-stage screens revealing that in addition to the previously announced March 21 date, an extra performance has been scheduled for March 22.