NCT 127 Returns to Manila for ‘NEO CITY: THE REDLINE’

The Philippines is officially on the map again as NCT 127 has announced NCT 127 5TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY : MANILA – THE REDLINE’ happening on December 12, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, brought to you by PULP Live World.

The long-awaited announcement comes after months of Filipino NCTzen making their desire for an NCT 127 Manila show known online. From fan-made posts to constant conversations across social media, Filo NCTzen have continuously called for the group to bring their NEO CITY experience back to the Philippines.

Now, their persistence has finally paid off, as Manila has officially been added to the tour!

NCT 127 has built a reputation as one of K-Pop’s most distinctive and powerful performance groups, known for their experimental sound, explosive stages, and unmistakably NEO identity. The group has delivered some of the genre’s most iconic tracks, including “Cherry Bomb,” “Kick It,” “Sticker,” “2 Baddies,” and “Fact Check,” songs that have helped establish their signature sound.

The group’s latest era continues that legacy with their seventh full-length album, BLINGY, released on August 24, 2026. True to NCT 127’s identity, the album embraces the group’s penchant for bold experimentation, genre-blending production, and unconventional musicality. Featuring tracks such as “Blingy,” “Legacy,” “Piñata,” “Step Up,” “IKR,” “Getaway,” “Day After Day,” “127 Million Miles,” and “I mean, It’s about time,” BLINGY showcases a group that continues to push its sound forward while remaining unapologetically NEO-coded.

Over the years, NCT 127 have also earned numerous prestigious accolades, including major awards from the Mnet Asian Music Awards, Golden Disc Awards, Seoul Music Awards, and Asia Artist Awards. Their achievements have extended beyond Korea as well, with the group consistently making their mark on international charts and stages and building a dedicated global fandom.

For Filipino NCTzen, however, NCT 127’s return to Manila is more than just another concert announcement. It is the result of years of anticipation and a fandom that never stopped making its voice heard.

The calls for a Manila stop have remained a constant presence online, with Filipino fans creating buzz and expressing their hopes for the group’s return. With the announcement of NCT 127 5TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY : MANILA – THE REDLINE’, that long-awaited wish is finally becoming a reality! The Manila show will feature Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Jaehyun, and Haechan, while members Doyoung and Jungwoo, who are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service, will not be participating in the tour.

Now, the countdown begins for NCT 127 to once again bring their signature NEO sound, powerful performances, and larger-than-life production to Filipino fans! NCT 127 5TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY : MANILA – THE REDLINE’ will take place on December 12, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

“NCTzen 127” Membership (GL) Presale Registration will run from September 8, 2026, at 6PM until September 11, 2026, at 11:59PM PHT via Weverse. The “NCTzen 127” Membership (GL) Presale will open on October 17, 2026, from 10AM to 10PM PHT via smtickets.com, while the General Onsale begins on October 18, 2026, at 12PM PHT onwards via SM Tickets outlets and smtickets.com.

After years of waiting and one very determined fandom, the message is finally official: NCT 127 is coming back to Manila. Filipino NCTzen, get ready to cross the REDLINE!

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