EXO Announces Year-End Fan Meet, Teases 8th Album For 2026

EXO is set to make a powerful comeback with a fan meeting scheduled for the end of the year, followed by the release of their long-awaited 8th studio album in early 2026. The group’s reunion has already

sparked immense excitement among fans worldwide.

Year-End Fan Meeting ‘EXO’verse

According to SM Entertainment on October 27, EXO will host their fan meeting titled ‘EXO’verse’ on December 13–14 at Inspire Arena in Incheon. The event marks the group’s official return as a unit, offering fans an opportunity to reconnect with the members after a long gap. Fan meeting tickets will be available via Melon Ticket, with fan club pre-sales beginning at 8 p.m. on October 30 and general sales opening at 8 p.m. on October 31. Details for the online livestream set to be hosted on Beyond LIVE and Weverse will be announced through EXO’s official platforms soon.

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In September, EXO caught fans’ attention with a mysterious teaser image depicting a lunar eclipse, accompanied by the text “DECEMBER 2025.” As suggested, the group plans to gradually unveil promotional materials related to the new album starting this December.ALSO READ: Korean Director Shin Sung-Hoon Dies At 40; Funeral Held Without Family, Relatives

8th Full-Length Album Coming in Early 2026

Following the fan meeting, EXO will release their 8th full-length album in the first quarter of 2026 and engage in various promotional activities. Members Suho, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun, and Lay will participate in both the fan event and the upcoming album. Fans are particularly thrilled to see the group reunite, as each member has been actively pursuing successful solo projects.

Lay’s Return and CBX’s Absence

Lay, who departed from SM Entertainment in April 2022 after a decade with EXO, will be taking part in this upcoming activity, marking his first group appearance in years. However, EXO-CBX members, Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin will not join this round of promotions due to their ongoing legal disputes with the agency.