September 2026 Kpop Comebacks: Full Schedule, Releases and Latest Updates
The K-pop industry shows no signs of slowing down as we enter the final third of 2026. September is shaping up to be one of the most packed months of the year, with a diverse lineup of artists ranging from legendary boy groups and top-tier girl groups to highly anticipated solo debuts from BLACKPINK members.
What Is the September 2026 Kpop Comeback Schedule?
September 2026 features an extensive lineup of comebacks across the industry. Major highlights include LE SSERAFIM’s second single album “Made My Night” on September 11, MONSTA X’s mini-album “The Phase” on September 4, solo releases from BLACKPINK‘s Lisa (“SaWaDiKa”) and Jisoo (“Click”), and the debut of Girls’ Generation’s third subunit, Girls’ Generation-HRS.
From the “beast-dols” MONSTA X making their long-awaited return to LE SSERAFIM’s lightning-fast comeback just months after their last release, the month offers something for every fan. Here’s your complete guide to the September 2026 K-pop comeback schedule.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of Confirmed Releases | 25+ |
| Biggest Week | Week 1 (Sept 1–6) and Week 2 (Sept 7–13) |
| Major Agencies | SM Entertainment, SOURCE MUSIC, INNIT Entertainment, JYP Entertainment |
| Notable Debuts | Girls’ Generation-HRS |
| Notable Returns | MONSTA X, PENTAGON (10th Anniversary), Minzy |
September 2026 K-Pop Comeback Schedule at a Glance
| Date | Artist | Release | Format | Confirmed Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep. 1 | CHUNG HA | México | Digital single | 6 PM KST |
| Sep. 1 | 82MAJOR | HEAT | 2nd single album | Release scheduled |
| Sep. 2 | TUNEXX | BLUE MODE | 2nd mini album | 6 PM KST listed |
| Sep. 2 | izna | HANDLE WITH CARE | Japan mini album | Japanese release |
| Sep. 3 | Kwon Eunbi | DEJAVU | Digital single album | 6 PM KST listed |
| Sep. 3 | LISA | SaWaDiKa | Pre-release single | Ahead of Press Play |
| Sep. 4 | JISOO | CLICK | Single album | Official release |
| Sep. 4 | MONSTA X | The Phase | EP | Title track: “MAGIC” |
| Sep. 7 | VERIVERY | CONFETTI | 8th mini album | Release scheduled |
| Sep. 7 | Soyeon | What a Wonderful Life | 1st full album | Official release |
| Sep. 7 | MINHO | Make it hot | 2nd mini album | Release scheduled |
| Sep. 7 | EVAN | DEATH OF ME | 1st mini album | Release scheduled |
| Sep. 8 | &TEAM | Mark on Me | 2nd Korean mini album | Official release |
| Sep. 28 | BOYNEXTDOOR | HOME | Repackaged album | Listed as upcoming |
| Sep. 30 | XngHan&Xoul | HIGH BEAM | Japan single | Listed as upcoming |
The schedule above combines official artist/label information with established K-pop release calendars. Some later-month entries remain subject to confirmation or future schedule updates.
Table of Contents
September 2026 Kpop Comeback Lineup
Week 1: September 1–6
September 1
September 2
- izna – 1st Japanese Mini Album “HANDLE WITH CARE”
- TUNEXX – 2nd Mini Album “Blue Mode”
- EATSHINE – 2nd Digital Single
- UNCHILD – 2nd Digital Single “TiNG TiNG”
- ICHILLIN J – 1st Digital Single “Look At Me!”
September 3
September 4
- MONSTA X – Mini Album “The Phase”
- Jisoo (BLACKPINK) – Single “Click”
- TEN (NCT) – Single “OUTWEST”
- ASC2NT – 2nd Mini Album “Still With You”
Week 2: September 7–13
September 7
- VERIVERY – 8th Mini Album “CONFETTI”
- Minho (SHINee) – 2nd Mini Album “Make it Hot”
- EVAN – 1st Mini Album “DEATH OF ME”
September 8
September 9
- IN A MINUTE – 1st Album “When The Sun Goes Down : Midnight”
- hrtz.wav – 2nd Mini Album “The Second Wave : MOMENTUM”
- BIG OCEAN – Single “Love Sign”
September 10
September 11
Week 3: September 14–20
September 14
Week 4: September 21–27
September 21
September 26
Week 5: September 28–30
September 28
September 30
Date Unconfirmed
Major Comeback Highlights
LE SSERAFIM – “Made My Night”
LE SSERAFIM will release their second single album, “Made My Night,” on September 11, 2026 at 1 PM KST. The announcement came on August 28 via Weverse, just four months after their second studio album, marking a notably fast comeback.
Key Details:
- Album: 2nd Single Album “Made My Night”
- Release Date: September 11, 2026 (1 PM KST)
- Pre-order: Opened August 28, 2026
- International Release: October 9, 2026
Promotion Schedule:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September 7 | Highlight Medley |
| September 8 | Music Video Teaser |
| September 10 | Music Video Premiere |
| September 11 | Single & Physical Album Release |
The single captures “a night made special by shared chemistry,” with Source Music describing it as an album about how chemistry between individuals can make an ordinary night unforgettable. A teaser titled “YOU JUST MADE MY NIGHT” was released alongside a logo motion featuring two silhouettes forming symmetry, reflecting the theme of togetherness.
MONSTA X – “The Phase”
MONSTA X returns on September 4 with their new mini-album “The Phase.” This marks the group’s first Korean comeback in approximately one year. The new release continues the storyline established during their world tour, revealing what lies beyond the portal seen in the concert VCRs. Following the comeback, MONSTA X will embark on a North American tour starting in October.
BLACKPINK Solo Releases: Lisa & Jisoo
BLACKPINK members continue their solo activities with two major releases in the first week of September.
Lisa releases her single “SaWaDiKa” on September 3 as a prelude to her full album “PRESS PLAY,” scheduled for October 23.
Jisoo follows with her solo single “Click” on September 4 The back-to-back releases from BLACKPINK members add significant star power to an already packed month.
BOYNEXTDOOR – Repackage Album
BOYNEXTDOOR will release a repackage of their first full album on September 28 The group announced the release during their concert, and they are currently performing in Japan as part of a busy second-half schedule.
&TEAM – “Mark on Me”
The HYBE boy group &TEAM returns on September 8 with their second Korean mini-album, “Mark on Me.” This release marks a new chapter for the group, moving away from their previous “wounded lone wolf” image to a more mature concept about opening up to someone and letting down one’s guard.
Girls’ Generation-HRS – Debut
Girls’ Generation-HRS (HyoRiSoo), the third official subunit of Girls’ Generation consisting of Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung, will debut in the third quarter of 2026. The unit originated from content on Hyoyeon’s personal YouTube channel, “Hyoyeon’s Level Up,” and has been officially confirmed by SM Entertainment.
SM Entertainment Third Quarter Releases
SM Entertainment has announced a busy third quarter lineup, including:
- Minho (SHINee) – Mini Album
- Chanyeol (EXO) – Japanese Mini Album
- Irene & Seulgi (Red Velvet) – Japanese Mini Album
- Girls’ Generation-HRS – Single
- XngHan & Xoul (Seunghan) – Japanese Single
- NCT 127 – 7th Full Album “BLINGY”
Confirmed vs. Not Yet Confirmed
| Information | Status |
|---|---|
| September 2026 has multiple K-pop releases | Confirmed |
| CHUNG HA – “México” | Confirmed in current release data |
| 82MAJOR – HEAT | Officially scheduled |
| 82MAJOR title track “Like Fire” | Not yet confirmed by the cited official Weverse product page |
| MONSTA X – The Phase | Officially scheduled |
| MONSTA X – MAGIC track | Confirmed |
| JISOO – CLICK | Officially scheduled |
| Soyeon – What a Wonderful Life | Officially scheduled |
| &TEAM – Mark on Me | Officially scheduled |
| Complete September lineup | Not final; subject to updates |
Comeback Timeline
| Date | Artist | Release | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 1 | N.Flying | TBA | 9th Mini Album |
| Sept 1 | 82MAJOR | HEAT | Single |
| Sept 2 | izna | HANDLE WITH CARE | 1st Japanese Mini Album |
| Sept 2 | TUNEXX | Blue Mode | 2nd Mini Album |
| Sept 3 | Lisa | SaWaDiKa | Single |
| Sept 4 | MONSTA X | The Phase | Mini Album |
| Sept 4 | Jisoo | Click | Single |
| Sept 4 | TEN | OUTWEST | Single |
| Sept 7 | VERIVERY | CONFETTI | 8th Mini Album |
| Sept 7 | Minho | Make it Hot | 2nd Mini Album |
| Sept 8 | &TEAM | Mark on Me | 2nd Korean Mini Album |
| Sept 9 | BIG OCEAN | Love Sign | Single |
| Sept 10 | ALL(H)OURS | UNBOUND | 6th Mini Album |
| Sept 11 | LE SSERAFIM | Made My Night | 2nd Single Album |
| Sept 11 | PENTAGON | TBA | 10th Anniversary Single |
| Sept 28 | BOYNEXTDOOR | TBA | 1st Album Repackage |
| Sept 28 | Minzy | TBA | Single |
| Sept 30 | XngHan & Xoul | High Beam | 1st Japanese Single |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is LE SSERAFIM’s September 2026 comeback?
A: LE SSERAFIM releases their second single album “Made My Night” on September 11, 2026, at 1 PM KST.
Q: What is LE SSERAFIM’s new single album called?
A: The album is titled “Made My Night.”
Q: What is MONSTA X’s September 2026 comeback?
A: MONSTA X releases their mini-album “The Phase” on September 4, 2026.
Q: When does Lisa’s solo single “SaWaDiKa” release?
A: Lisa’s single “SaWaDiKa” releases on September 3, 2026.
Q: When does Jisoo’s solo single “Click” release?
A: Jisoo’s single “Click” releases on September 4, 2026.
Q: What is BOYNEXTDOOR’s September 2026 release?
A: BOYNEXTDOOR releases a repackage of their first full album on September 28, 2026.
Q: When does &TEAM’s “Mark on Me” release?
A: &TEAM’s second Korean mini-album “Mark on Me” releases on September 8, 2026.
Q: What is Girls’ Generation-HRS?
A: Girls’ Generation-HRS is the third official subunit of Girls’ Generation, consisting of Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung. They debut in the third quarter of 2026.
Q: When does NCT 127 release “BLINGY”?
A: NCT 127’s 7th full album “BLINGY” is scheduled for the third quarter of 2026.
Q: What is SHINee Minho’s September release?
A: Minho releases his 2nd mini album “Make it Hot” on September 7, 2026.
Q: When does VERIVERY’s “CONFETTI” release?
A: VERIVERY’s 8th mini album “CONFETTI” releases on September 7, 2026.
Q: Does NiziU have a September comeback?
A: Yes, NiziU is scheduled to release their first Korean mini album in September, though the exact date has not been confirmed.
Q: What is the concept of LE SSERAFIM’s “Made My Night”?
A: The single captures “a night made special by shared chemistry,” focusing on how connections between people can transform an ordinary evening.
Q: When does PENTAGON release their 10th anniversary single?
A: PENTAGON releases their 10th anniversary single on September 11, 2026.
References
Primary and reputable public sources used for verification include official Weverse/Weverse Shop notices for 82MAJOR, JISOO, Soyeon and &TEAM, the official MONSTA X store and Spotify metadata for The Phase, plus reputable entertainment coverage from ELLE for LISA’s Press Play project. Third-party K-pop release calendars were used as cross-checking sources rather than as substitutes for primary announcements.
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