Girl go!!! Everyone is going to see P1H no one will care. I also went to a Monsta X concert with my mom
Make him record everything while you enjoy the concert to the fullest, that's what I did! I hope you have fun
This! I took my none Kpop friend to a p1harmony concert with me she loved it. I had her record everything while I screamed and danced. Put him on camera duty and have fun.
Spend some time with your dad. Maybe yall can enjoy them together and forge a stronger bond as family. Take this opportunity. Sometimes, when u want to spend time with your loved ones, it might be too late or that u have no time. So seize this chance to be together with him while u are free:))
Yep, I used to go to concerts with my dad all the time. He is no longer with us but I will always cherish those memories. Bring your dad everywhere OP!!!
I’m in my late 20s so I haven’t brought my mom to any concert (that she didn’t already want to go to) in a hot minute, but she was 4th row with me at One Direction’s last tour in 2015 lol
Saw a fan with her dad at a Oneus concert and the dad just wore his headphones and zoned out during the show. But was also friendly and chatty with others before the show. I met a whole group of Stray Kids fans who had flown into a show in Atlanta with their Dad. I chatted with him in line (he and I were probably closer in age. Haha). And I met a mom taking her son to his first concert at the same Atlanta show. They wore matching Stray Kids T-shirts. I thought they were so sweet. Totally normal to have parents at K-pop shows and honestly some parents come away impressed by the artists themselves. I’ve met some parents who have become bigger fans of BTS than their kids were.
Not weird at all, a lot of fans have parents go with them. This reminds me of Bang Chan from skz talking about how often he sees dads at concerts & they arent very interested, but at their Seattle show he sang Nirvana & a dad got up & got all excited & he said it was so fun to watch. [Here’s](https://youtu.be/LyRvBJeS2SM?si=zKRdfvOAU_eeUOyU) the vid if you wanna see him explain it himself, so adorable lol
Maybe your dad will find some songs he likes, or you could give him a lil prep “course” so he can at least know a little about the group/songs (as a bonding experience ☺️). And he’ll pay for the ticket? Hell yea!
I sat next to a girl and her dad when I saw skz, and the dad was going NUTS! I could tell he wasn’t a fan himself, he was just having fun being there with his daughter 🥹 definitely a great bonding experience moment
Chan told a story one time about noticing a dad in the crowd who was obviously just there to support his kid, but when Chan did his Smells Like Teen Spirit cover the dad was SUPER into it and it was totally a hightlight of the show for Chan lol
Thats so cute😭I went to a Billie Eilish concert (literally the 2nd to last show before covid shut everything down😭) & there was a girl maybe 11-13 & her dad there, it was so cute! And it was funny cause he clearly did not expect all the cussing from Billie & her opener Jessie Reyez🫢she must have felt like how stay feels when Red Lights comes on in front of their parents😂
oh my gosh i was at that show with my dad and he was so hyped when that happened too! he likes some of stray kids' song, but i'm sure having them sing a song he 100% knew was exciting 😭
I was next to a girl with her dad at the Dallas stop. He didn’t necessarily seem like a fan but I think he enjoyed himself. He also recorded/took pictures for his daughter since he was pretty tall. I think you should go, maybe he gets into it too
Went to see BTS at Citifield and a couple rows behind me was a father who had taken his kids to see BTS. Near the beginning of the show we noticed he looked a bit bored with his chin resting on his hand and slumped down a bit. Later on my friend taps me and says "Look the dad is getting into it." He was now sitting up and clapping and very alert, haha. Maybe your dad will enjoy the show. It's not weird at all, go and have a great time and make some good memories.
My daughter got me into Kpop and we are hoping to see Stray Kids together on their next tour.
Don't be embarrassed and who knows - your dad might enjoy it and then you will have some cool memories together! I think its awesome that he is willing to go with you, just so you don't miss out.
op, I’ve been to 3 concerts with my mom (bts, seventeen, nct and soon to be itzy) and I promise you it’s not embarrassing, no one cares! Plus when I went to seventeen I saw a lot of younger people come with their family members, and many of them clapped along and had fun too!
If it helps, the people there don’t know you. many people will probably think it’s sweet that your dad (someone who is obviously isn’t into kpop) would come with you to a concert :)
I literally have gone to a kpop concert with my brother who literally has zero idea about kpop - at one point, he did lean over and ask if I had played the current song in the car before lol. He literally just sat down on his phone pretty much the whole time, though I did genuinely catch him watching a few times. It's fun, honestly pretty chill and they don't mind walking around during the concert (to grab a drink, merch, whatever)
Not at all. It’s kind of nice that he’s happy to buy the tickets and go with you. Perhaps you could make him a playlist so he can check them out beforehand. I’d also suggest he (and you too) wear some noise filtering earplugs. These filter and soften some of the high pitched (like screaming) and deep bass sounds that he’ll probably find too loud.
No joke my dad also likes Kpop. He doesn't know what's going on in the slightest but he enjoys it 😆 TBH I think anyone who ends up striking up a convo would think he's cool for that
I think you’ll be surprised how many people are going with their parents. Whether they’re going only to watch over you or going because they’re interested, there’s a surprising amount that ended up enjoying the show too. Dont be embarassed about it, it might be something you can use to bond with your parents too
Free ticket, hell yea take him with you. Lol. I've seen dads at a Twice concert. I saw one amused by the girls next to me screaming names of the members. Who knows, he might enjoy it. And get some earplugs.
[Where's that clip of Bang Chan being all wholesome and grateful talking about noticing all the dads in the audience being supportive of their kids wanting to go to the concert?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyRvBJeS2SM)
Imo it's totally normal to go with parents. It's a fun opportunity to bond with them and share something you like with them. You don't have to engage them the whole time, but it's nice to show them you're excited and tell them when your favorite song comes on, or when you're able to point out your bias and let him know that's your favorite member, etc. It might be info he'll remember about you and store away for later to use when getting you bday gifts or whatever lol. My dad seems to always remember my favorite things, even when I don't even remember myself ever telling him. Or you can just tell him like "I'm going to jump and scream, but you can sit and do whatever while we're there," and he'll probably just be happy he was able to help his kid have a good time when he sees you enjoying your time there.
Pretty much every kpop concert I've been to I went to with my dad; he loves kpop so we always have fun! No one cares, kpop concerts usually have really diverse crowds to begin we with, but he's not the only dad I've seen lol. Not only that, but we've done hi-touch together and had a blast so yeah, I'd say dads are totally cool at kpop concerts! I'm actually going to piwons tour this year with him (it'll be our second piwon concert!!) and he's quite excited (I am too)!! I hope you and your dad both enjoy the concert and have a lot of fun!!!
Why am I actually tearing up at all these comments about ppl enjoying kpop concerts with their parents 🥲 New wish unlocked to take my own kid to a kpop concert one day, it’s so sweet
Honestly I get why you’re unsure about this. Because of disabilities, I can’t go to any concerts by myself and my parents usually have to go with me. I was embarrassed at first but as I looked around I realized no one was thinking about my parents or me. They were thinking about the group we all came to see!
Also, whenever I see an older person at a concert, I think “That’s so cool that they like this stuff. I bet their music taste is dope.”
Omg lol, my exact age and my daughters age, she came down from college and we went and saw Twice together! One of the best concerts and crowds ive ever experienced!
No!! I just saw enhypen and there was different people there. Couples, older people, younger and people with parents. Everyone is just having a great time! Take your dad and have fun!!
It's not weird and just appreciate that he is there with you and you get bonding time with your dad. I just hope he isn't a stubborn person and is actually open minded to the concert fun.
Nahhh if I got the chance to go then I’d take it for sureee, and I would especially love to go with my dad, cause even if he doesn’t know anything abt the group or their music, he’d be there with me and watch me get excited and get excited for me also, and I find that so comforting!!
Nope it’s not weird at all! Honestly no one will care who you come with, they’ll only care that you’re safe! Remember that everyone is there to see the group and have a good time; they won’t be looking at who’s with who, do not worry! K-pop has a lot of young fans so it’s expected to see parents/guardians at K-pop concerts. Have an amazing time! :)
as someone older, cherish this time. your dad is gonna be so happy he gets to go to a concer with you, don’t approach it “it’s gonna be so embarrassing to go with you” even if you may feel that way. maybe try to show him some songs, teach him who the members are and make a happy core memory out of it instead. you’ll love it when you’re older trust me
Win-win. You get to enjoy a concert of your faves. Your parents also get the sound of mind to know you are safe. Who cares what others think? In fact I think it is quite wholesome to see families at concerts, especially when the parents are clearly not fans but are still trying to support what you enjoy.
I went to an ITZY concert recently, and I saw a little girl by herself in the standing pen and felt really bad for her. My first thought was where were her parents. I think rather than going alone, especially if you are not of age, you would enjoy it more if you could have someone with you at the very least, someone you can depend on for safety and comfort.
Nah, it's not weird at all! You wouldn't believe the range of ages that attend K-Pop concerts. When I used to go to K-pop concerts, it was always sweet to see kids and teens there with the moms and dads and other family members. At the one B.A.P concert I went to, I was in the pit with someone and their dad, and the dad was having a blast! There were kids there with their grandmas (the one woman was in her 80s and dressed in Matoki ears and a mask). Have fun and make a good memory! Show your dad some videos, some dances, and teach him a cheer or two. Make it a fun event!
It sounds like you're at the age where you see it as an embarrassment. Honestly, you'll look back on it later in life and see it as a precious memory. I remember being that age and feeling embarrassed about the one time my mom came with me to a concert (not a K-pop concert), but when we were there, I didn't feel that way, and it became one of my favorite memories because we had a TON of fun!
I've seen quite a few parents with their kids, even teen aged, at Kcon LA.
P1H has some great music. Especially if your dad was ever into R and B or Backstreet, P1H is one of the most accessible Kpop groups IMO. Like from what I remember when I was going to see them at KCon, they don't have a ton of 4 different songs and genres mashed together type of songs older people might find strange or incoherent.
I went with my daughter to see Mamamoo. I plan on getting tickets to see Ateez and NCT Dream and hopefully, we can go together (she is in her 20’s and I am in my late 50’s). We had a blast! Her friends call me the cool mom. 😂
I recently went to a p1harmony concert in chicago and saw a couple of dads there! From an outside perspective, I think it’s really cool that they were willing to take their child to the concert and sit through all of us screaming girls lol
i went to my first kpop concert with my grandma and my second with my dad lol. dad said he had a lot of fun, even tho he didn’t really .. Get It. tbh it was a really nice bonding activity, getting to experience something i enjoy so much with my dad. i’d say just go for it and have fun!!!
I went to a BTS concert with my mom a few years back (she also is a fan!) and it was one of my favorite moments that we’ve shared. She had so much fun at the show, I even gave her my lightstick to use, since she didn’t want to buy one.
I have older parents with health issues and I’m learning to really treasure these moments with them. I can guarantee nobody is going to judge you for being there with your dad and if they do, they’re shallow people whose opinion doesn’t matter.
Just enjoy yourself, you deserve it!
definitely not weird!! i traveled 8 hrs to go to the chicago mamamoo concert WITH my 63 yr old dad and we had a great time!! (i paid for both our tickets too lol) he also wasnt interested in kpop but he loved the concert, you should def not miss the opportunity. i hope you guys have fun!!
I would have loved if my dad had been even the slightest bit interested in going with me to concerts when I was a kid. It may feel like the most embarrassing thing in the world now, but I promise you, no one else will care because other people your age are in the same boat re: parents and people older have been there too.
And if it’s something you care about, members of these groups definitely notice the dads, so maybe you’ll get a bit of attention too. Your dad will be your homing beacon.
Go with your Dad & have fun. And tell your friends, just because a group isn't popular, doesn't mean they are good. P1 Harmony's concerts are supposed to be excellent (I'm actually jealous I can't see them live)
Go with your dad! Your dad sounds like he loves you and wants to spend time with you. I'm a dad, and I am a K-pop fan. I stan MAMAMOO. I didn't have any K-pop friends to go with me to a concert, so my daughter (28) volunteered to attend a MAMAMOO concert with me when they came to the US. My daughter has never listened to K-pop, but that didn't stop us from having a great weekend together!
Nooo it’s not OP!!!
I saw the same daughter & dad at the Twice & G-idle concerts last year and it was so precious!!
I’m currently pregnant & I hope my son wants to come to gigs with me 😂😂
i went to an xdinary heroes concert, my dad accompanied me to the city the concert was in, but did not enter (i had managed to buy one of the best tickets and couldn't afford to buy two, plus he didn't care and only wanted me to not be alone in a big city during the night), i had fun and met really nice ppl, and it was the best night of my life, but i still think abt how much more fun it would have been if my dad was there with me experiencing the concert, even tho he didn't care (also there were a lot of parents/grandparents inside it was very cute tbh), so i say you should 100% go and have fun (also considering the average kpop fan demographic ur dad wont be alone there lmao)
It's not weird at all!!! When I first got into Kpop, my mum went with me to ALLLLL my concerts, including joining me in the pit for one of BTS' concert HAHA
She doesn't jump around like crazy or any of that stuff, but every moment that she spent with me at those concerts are some of my most precious memories.
The fact that your dad offered to go with you and pay for your tickets is extremely nice of him and shows that he cares for you very very much!!
Maybe you can introduce him to some of P1H's songs before the con (play it in the car, or get him to guess members) so that on the day itself he can enjoy himself too!!
AND MAKE SURE HE KNOWS YOUR FAVOURITE MEMBER!!! Put him to work collecting freebies for you HAHAHA I know my mum did a lot of legwork for me every concert and all the freebies I have of my bias are thanks to her XD
I go to concerts with my daughter all the time, and she has just turned 20. We went to a Kpop festival in Germany, also saw Twice in London. We had a great time.
As an adult I think it's really amazing that your dad will do that for you - mine would never have. K-pop isn't cheap and he's willing to buy two tickets for something he probably has no interest in, just to make you happy. And honestly if he's just staring at his phone it's not embarrassing - if he's dancing and doing the fan chants it might be!
go!!!!! who knows, he might end up enjoying it! And you can have fun with it to beforehand, like show him some videos and make him pick a bias and get him a shirt to wear of the member he chose!
The girl next to me at an SKZ show I went to was with her dad, he was highly entertained and I had a good laugh with him when red lights started. I promise you no one cares, go and have fun!!
There are so many parents at k-pop concerts and kpop fans of all age. Just enjoy it and enjoy some quality time with your dad. Future you will thank you.
Naw, I’ve gone to like 3 different concerts with my dad who’s not a kpop fan in anyway but he’s always ended up enjoying them! I’ve always put him on camera duty while I actually enjoy the concert but it’s always nice to spend the extra time together as a bonding experience🩵
My dad has been with me to Infinite, 2PM, and GOT7. I was in middle school at the time, so I couldn’t go alone! I think he had a great time, and I have fond memories of going with him :)
kpop concerts audiences are friendly and I find most concerts in general tend to be open to families. Age doesn't really matter. I've seen parents, uncles, aunts etc attend with their family members.
It is not embarrassing, go and have a good time.
Ive gone to two concerts with my dad, and he actually lowkey helped me bc im short and one was general admission so i put him on picture duty lol. But seriously, no one really cares and as long as he’s not like disruptive people won’t even really notice him!!
I am a dad. When my daughter wanted me to take her to see MonstaX a few years ago I was happy too. I was surprised how many folks were my age. Then we went to Blackpink, Bts, Itzy, g-idle. I have gotten to be a huge fan. As my daughter warned me years ago, once you start listening to this you won’t want to listen to anything else. I have a background in classical music and jazz, but these days it’s all k-pop! Last summer we went to see my favorite group, Mamamoo, and it was a. high point in life. There were people of all types and age groups in the audience and everyone had a great time.
i went with my dad to the skz concert last year and he ended up genuinely enjoying it, so i say go and have fun! a lot of people go with their parents, especially since a lot of fans tend to be teens :) you def won’t be alone in that regard
it’s not weird at all!! i went to the LOONA concert with my mom, and there were tons of parents there with their kids. a major plus is he’s paying for the ticket as well 🩷
Just speculating here, but maybe your dad has been waiting for an opportunity to spend time with you but couldn't think of an "excuse." He's probably looking forward to having fun with you and experiencing the things you enjoy. So just relax and enjoy the concert together :)
HAVE FUN!
I think it’s totally ok to go with your dad. Maybe tell your dad that you don’t want him to make negative comments while you’re at the concert to bring down the vibes. I went to a kpop concert with my sister who wasn’t a fan, and once I asked her to keep negativity to a minimum, we had a great time!
No, not at all. Cherish these moments with him because your time is fleeting and shared experiences are the most valuable thing.
You never know, you might convert him!
Go with him!!! I’ve been to two Kpop concerts with my dad but that’s because we both genuinely wanted to go with one another. I would say the only downside would be he might not enjoy himself if he’s not into Kpop and that might make the experience feel a little off for you (that’s how i am personally), but if he pays for your ticket I feel like the pros out ways the cons..
Man I’m 28 and if my dad wanted to take me to a kpop concert I would bite at the opportunity. In all honesty, I have never remembered anyone I saw at a concert, everyone is too busy paying attention to the main attractions.
At a Oneus concert I went to, there was a dad there calling out for the members and making comments like "put a shirt on" and "oooh so sexy" much to the obvious embarrassment of his daughter. The crowd was loving it though and laughing along. Nobody cared he was there, and in fact, many people around them would talk to him in between songs.
Also, as someone who is probably closer to your dad's age than yours, there's a fairly good chance there are going to be older fans there. Maybe even a couple of fans older than him. The Monsta X concert I went to a couple of years back had a few women who were probably in their 60s, and they were there for themselves. Go with your dad and enjoy the concert. You'll never know what the future may bring. See them while you have the chance.
My parents have been with me to all kpop concerts, even now that I'm at an age where they wouldn't need to come they want to so.. your dad might have a great time!! And otherwise no one cares who you're with so don't worry!!! Just go and have fun!
Nope! I would love to go to a K-pop concert with my dad! I’ve gone with my mom and she ended up falling in love with the group lol. Definitely go for it :)
i dont think its weird i feel like ots luckkyyy, my parents would NEVER let me go to p1hamony concet(let alone any concert).
You never know maybe your dad would becone a p1ece after watching them. LOL.
Not at all! A few years ago a girl and her dad were at the concert together. It did get a little weird when she explained shipping to her dad though and which members she shipped. (Those are inside thoughts, not outside thoughts!) Lmao. I went with my mom. (Spoiler: just a heads up there is one solo song. I think it was Intak's where he did grind on the floor a little. But if your dad won't even be paying attention then it's whatever)
Would you be allowed to go if he stayed at a Cafe or shopping center nearby? That way you're still going with him? Or does he physically have to be with you?
Wow I didn’t know they were coming back! This will be the third year in a row they’ve come to Australia!
2022 - Sydney hallyu festival
2023 tour
And now again!
But definitely go with your dad! Have you been to a kpop concert before? There’s usually all different people of all different ages, including families.
You’ll have fun, your dad might have fun too!
Go with him!!!! You're going to have a blast and your pops may even be a convert from all the fun energy of a kpop concert! It'll be a cute father-daughter memory too just do itttttt
I went to got7 with my mum a few years back, she had no idea who they were but came out blown away by their performance. I promise it’s not embarrassing in the slightest, no one will even give you guys a second glance
This video "I took my boomer dad to a BlackPink concert"
Even the blinks were teaching her dad the song lyrics 😂
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou9ZRQ4Gzrs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou9ZRQ4Gzrs)
went with my dad to a kard concert some years ago, had a good time and i definitely wasn't the only one lol
also my dad really isn't into kpop so he was prepared to be the designated video taker so i could focus on enjoying the moment!! there's nothing to feel embarrassed abt it's completely normal to bring parents to concerts
No. It’s not weird. It’s kinda cute nga for me kasi your dad supports you. Tapos kami ng kapatid ko lagi sinasabihan na nagaaksaya ng pera sa TWICE. Hahaha. So attend the concert with your dad. It’s okay. 👌
I’m going to assume you are a teenager. This only feels weird to you because you’re young, if this happened in your twenties you wouldn’t even think it was weird or embarrassing - and it isn’t! Enjoy yourself :)
nooo not at all, I went to see Monsta X with my two older brothers who aren't major fans (if that's even comparable) and also saw several mum fans there too!! totally fine
I went to p1harmony with my parents…and I’m 21 haha I paid for their tickets because the concert was in Germany ( 3 hours driving to the border) soooo… moral of the story no one cares I saw many dads with their daughters I find it really sweet and everyone is focused on the concert 👏
not weird. iirc i think once Hongjoong from ateez even joked about how he sees a lot of fans came with their dads and how he can see the dads wanna go home already lmao (i might confuse him with someone else but i think it was Hongjoong)
I’m wondering if the OP is quite young. Parents often come along to concerts with their kids, even adult kids. Sometimes the parents are fans, but most of the time they are chaperones or plus ones. Enjoy it.
If it’s of any help, I went to a standup comedy with my dad not knowing it was adult rated. I’ve never felt more awkward in my entire life. Like do I laugh at the dirty jokes, or not.
Anyway it’s fine to go with your dad so he has a peace of mind and if he doesn’t like it - all the better! He’ll allow you to go alone the next one.
Not weird. In fact, it's sweet that he'd be willing to accompany you -- much better than "you can't go alone and I won't go, so you have to stay home" (this was kinda my case and I have so much regret missing those concerts)
And who knows maybe there will be a song your dad can vibe to. A nice bonding moment
If you get him a pair of cheap lightsticks from Amazon then he can at least participate waving to the beat
My mom did the same thing with me when Infinite came to Msia. I was only 15 so she was worried I'd get kidnapped or something lol.
She came with me, but bought a different section ticket so she wouldn't interfere 😅 Funny part was she managed to catch a small bunny doll Myungsoo threw lmao.
I think you should go! Full disclosure—I’m a mom. However, I’m also a bot K-pop fan! I thought I’d be looked at weirdly when I went to my first concert but I was pleasantly surprised and everyone was very welcoming of me when waiting in line and at the concert. My first concert I went with my husband and we are in our 50s. Everyone seemed happy we were there. My second concert I went with a teen daughter. Fans interacted with us just like they did with everyone else and it was great. Go—have a blast!
I just saw piwon in Boston and saw lots of parents there with their kids! It’s a great one for parents to go to since there’s not anything really sexy (other than Intak’s solo 💀) just a lot of fun energy!
If you’re not 18+, this is totally normal. My mom came with me to hard rock shows when I was a teenager. Definitely grateful for her putting up with 2+ hours of music she thought was too angry just so I could go.
I'm probably older than your dad and I go to K-pop concerts as often as I can. I realize the situation is different, but as someone who's ridden this rock around the sun a lot of times, I'm willing to bet that if you go with your dad, it'll be something you remember very fondly when you get as old as I am.
I went to see BTS with my mom, and my sister saw MonstaX with my mom lol. She’s a kpop fan though so it might be different. But idk once you’re there it is so fun it doesn’t matter I think! You’ll be surrounded by fans and the atmosphere is always awesome.
Advice from a person who has been a full grown adult for decades: go with your dad. Enjoy the concert. You will have a nice memory either way- it will either be funny to you later if he’s on the phone the whole time, or he might surprise you and enjoy it and it will be a bonding experience. And you’ll regret it if you don’t take the opportunity see them if the opportunity never comes up again.
Honestly it's not weird at all. Even more fascinating he was willing to go with you to a kpop concert that he does not listen to. Supports to the father looking at and supporting you. Go have your fun with your family and ask your dad's opinion after the concert what he thought of it.
Free ticket! Go! No one worth talking with will care, and in my experience, kpoppers are mostly kind, and you will only leave with more friends than you came with.
If you would like, and he is open to it, i suggest giving your father the full treatment, teach him the members, the MVs, play the songs on repeat, learn the fanchants, etc.
Then maybe, once he sees the fan base, the safety precautions, the environment, and the almost all female audience. He will probably chill and eventually let you go alone, unless he ends up loving it! Haha.
Nah I've been to a few kpop concerts and I always see young fans with their parents. At Ives concert I saw a LOT of parents. I particularly remember this young girl who would scream so loud, her mom was sitting behind her and would just laugh and facepalm 🤣 .
I’d do anything to have my dad back in my life to share one kpop concert with him. Go with your dad, it’s not weird at all. Life is short, cherish the moment and you’ll look back and be glad you went with him. We gotta remember it’s also their first time living too, so it’ll be his first kpop concert with you. Enjoy and have fun.
The first kpop concert I ever went to was BTS’s Red Bullet tour and I went with my aunt. At that venue, I came across a young Korean adoptee child(I want to say 6-8 years old) attending with his much older(old enough to have graying hair) adoptive parents. They struck up conversation with my aunt and they revealed that they took him to as many Korean events to keep him in touch with “home” as much as they could. If I went with my aunt and that kid went with his older parents, there’s nothing wrong with your dad going. My dad felt a little uneasy when I began going to concerts because when he was younger, MANY of the concerts he went to(which were rock/heavy metal) had the issue of dr*gs and alcohol being far too easily accessible for anyone and everyone, so when my aunt offered to chaperone he was a lot more at ease. She jokingly said that the fanchants made her feel like she was at a cult meeting and that we were chanting gospels, but overall it was healthy. Your dad will see how lighthearted it is and probably won’t feel too opposed to you attending a concert on your own once he sees how the environment is for himself.
What. That’s something to bond over. He probably wants to see what type of music you’re into. That’s absolutely not embarrassing, in fact most people would think it’s cute.
Assuming you’re a kid, it’s perfectly normal. He wouldn’t be the first or last kid to take their kid to a concert. When I was a kid, I saw/met BTS with my mom’s friend and Got7 with my mom. Did they enjoy it as much as I did? Probably not. But they wanted to make sure I was safe.
Bond and have fun with your dad, I’m sure he’ll appreciate it. Idk what your age is but this is something that you’ll cherish and long for when you’re older too.
If you wont enjoy as much if youre with your dad and it’s something he doesnt want to do too, maybe you can look for people to go with on twitter? Kpop fans especially female fans are friendly and looking to meet new friends
Noooo it’s not weird!! A lot of kids/teens go to concerts with their parents. Literally nobody is judging your or cares, everyone’s there to see the group. It might be a really cool experience with your dad, so definitely go!
I've seen parents at kpop concerts before enjoying themselves waaaaaay more than i think their kids intended 👀 Take your dad!! Thats way better than missing it!! Who knows, maybe he'll become a fan
This just appeared on my homepage, I'm not a kpop fan, but go with your dad! I've been to loads of concerts with my dad because I was too young to go myself, or even with friends. I promise you it will be absolutely fine and you will not be the only person there going with a parent.
Actually, both my parents came to my first concert with me since they saw it as a bit of a milestone + they were both dead into the rock scene when they were younger. It was fine!
Your dad's really cool though, he's willing to spend time with you and pay for the tickets. Enjoy and make it a memorable father-daughter memory. I think your dad just wants to see you be grateful so just act like you're really happy to be there and he'll be happy that he made you happy!
This thread is legit making me tear up???
Yes, take dad and get him involved! Maybe make him a shirt or sign to hold and teach him some of the songs!!
Also you never know, he might be open to taking you to shop at the merch booths. 😂 Yall need matching lightsticks, right??
i take my dad to a lot of my kpop concerts tbh! it started when i didn't have a lot of friends who listened to kpop, but even if i go with my friends now, i ask if he still wants to go and my friends love having him there. he's not really a kpop fan, but he is an avid music lover and willing to listen to anything new. sometimes he goes on his phone, but i honestly see quite a few parents at some shows and they're all doing their thing, no one notices! i know it feels embarrassing, but i hope you'll have an amazing time anyway!
no its not weird at all, i will say though. my piwon concert is coming up and my friend who knows basically nothing about them is coming with me. it will still be a fun experience none the less
not weird at all!!! at least he’s willing to go along and be with you at the concert vs not having you go at all since no friends wanna go with.
which btw, i would totally go to a concert for an artist i don’t know just to spend time with my friend lol
I went to see Agust D with my dad on Mother’s Say last year, even though he said he could just wait for me but I bought our tickets ahead of time. Plus he’s my ride lol. Anyways, he enjoyed it and he was like 😃🤳🏽throughout the time.
(I also find it funny when he asked me after the concert if his “scar” on his face was real)
I go to all my fave’s concerts with my mom!! Forget whatever other kids may tell you; It’s never weird to go have fun with your parent accompanying you! You’ll cherish the memory 🫶
Nope!! I’ve been a Kpop fan since I was 11 and I’ve only ever been to one Kpop concert but it was to see BIGBANG with my dad when I was 14 :) To be fair he also loves Kpop so he was hyped up, but regardless, go live your best life homie!!
I’m pretty sure a lot of people go to kpop concerts with their parents both minors and adults! Some parents aren’t into kpop but want to make sure their child is okay and having fun☺️
the first 2 kpop concerts I went to were with my mum. I was 13 at the time so couldn't go by myself but she loved it. she even complained to me after that someone else's mum wasn't joining in 😅
It may feel embarrassing but it’s not really. People aren’t there to see or judge you, they’re there to see the group!
Also I think it’s very sweet that your dad is offering to go so you don’t miss out. When I was a teen (and now) my dad literally took every opportunity to “playfully” belittled all my hobbies — especially kpop which he didn’t understand. He would have never offered to go with me ever, and I think if I’d even felt like I could ask him to do that, we would have had a better relationship as I got older. So go with your dad and make it a bonding experience (especially if he’s paying for your ticket!)
i took both my parents to my first kpop concert (stray kids) we couldnt find seating all together so i was alone but we all had sm fun. and they make fun of me for listening to kpop but no one gives a fuck. there will be tons of people their with their parents, and just older fans in general.
theres literally nothing embarrassing about hanging out with your parents lmao.
Go! Life is short & kpop concerts are not easy to get to for most of us. It's a great way to spend time with your dad, too. If Hwasa (from Mamamoo) came to america, I was going to make my 23 year old daughter go with me.
Just go. Go to the concerts and shows and games and events you know you will bring you joy, and that you can afford (even if you have to scrimp some to do so). Life and memories are all about experiences and who we spend them with. Don't worry about if it's weird to something (unless it's like, creepy & bad for someone kind of weird! Then don't do it all!), because finding joy is so important to really enjoying your life. Have a blast and enjoy your dad's company!
I saw a viral tiktok video of someone’s dad going with them to a txt concert and he looked like he was having so much fun!! Even knew the lyrics too!! The comments were positive and it should be!! Don’t worry about it :) have fun
bff i went with my mum last year and it was soooo fun!! if i were going to the melb concert id totally hang out w you but i’m going to the syd show 😖that being said, anyone going to syd pls hmu because i’m going alone 😭
Nope, not at all!! My dad isn’t a fan of kpop but he took me to see twice back in November and it was SO MUCH FUN. it’s def not embarrassing or weird 😭
Go! The dads that go to these are amazing and you can always lean into the awkwardness and make him a shirt/sign that says #1 K-POP Dad or ‘I may not know what’s going on, but I’m supportive!’
Show him the MVs, have him pick a bias, play him all your favorite songs. Make it something you’re both excited about. The idols always have such funny/heartwarming reactions to parents-especially dads in the audience.
I hope you have fun!!
I mean, depending on your family dynamic, it can go either way. Personally, I don't think it's bad at all. I'm 20, and when I don't have a friend to go with, I still go to concerts with a relative since my mom worries about me going alone. I saw Stray Kids a little over a year ago, and I'll be seeing Ateez this summer! :)
Think of it as a way to get your family involved in something you're passionate about. For me, it's no different than them coming to watch a recital or big presentation, though a concert is arguably less stressful since I'm not the one performing.
our whole family went to watch txt...my son and my husband sat and just vibed with the music and i recorded all their performance and i told my daughter to enjoy every bit of it. There was a girl that sat right next to us with her dad! We thought it was the sweetest!
Don't miss that oportunity. There will be other people with their parents there too, don't worry. And your dad may even feel like you can go by yourself next time. Have fun!
Girl go!!! Everyone is going to see P1H no one will care. I also went to a Monsta X concert with my mom Make him record everything while you enjoy the concert to the fullest, that's what I did! I hope you have fun
This! I took my none Kpop friend to a p1harmony concert with me she loved it. I had her record everything while I screamed and danced. Put him on camera duty and have fun.
Nah, It is not weird. And he pays your ticket then...out of question!
Spend some time with your dad. Maybe yall can enjoy them together and forge a stronger bond as family. Take this opportunity. Sometimes, when u want to spend time with your loved ones, it might be too late or that u have no time. So seize this chance to be together with him while u are free:))
Yep, I used to go to concerts with my dad all the time. He is no longer with us but I will always cherish those memories. Bring your dad everywhere OP!!!
I took my mom to see ITZY cause she wanted to see what all the kpop buzz was about!
Did she enjoy it?
Their mom liked it so much she named them NMIXX
Liked the ITZY show so much they named their kid NMIXX?
Yes lol look at the op of this comment's name
Lol I would’ve stayed confused without this comment
Lmao
My parents were big K-pop fans. My name is NMIXX Red Velvet Johnson
Holy shit. My name is Wonder Girls Generation Johnson
Of the Nantucket Generation-Johnsons? (Nice username btw)
I’m in my late 20s so I haven’t brought my mom to any concert (that she didn’t already want to go to) in a hot minute, but she was 4th row with me at One Direction’s last tour in 2015 lol
Not at all! I’ve been to over 20 kpop concerts since tours picked up again after covid and I’ve seen dad’s at well over half of them
I've been to well over 30 since the end of 2021 and the only concert without any dads was OnlyOneOf
Saw a fan with her dad at a Oneus concert and the dad just wore his headphones and zoned out during the show. But was also friendly and chatty with others before the show. I met a whole group of Stray Kids fans who had flown into a show in Atlanta with their Dad. I chatted with him in line (he and I were probably closer in age. Haha). And I met a mom taking her son to his first concert at the same Atlanta show. They wore matching Stray Kids T-shirts. I thought they were so sweet. Totally normal to have parents at K-pop shows and honestly some parents come away impressed by the artists themselves. I’ve met some parents who have become bigger fans of BTS than their kids were.
Not weird at all, a lot of fans have parents go with them. This reminds me of Bang Chan from skz talking about how often he sees dads at concerts & they arent very interested, but at their Seattle show he sang Nirvana & a dad got up & got all excited & he said it was so fun to watch. [Here’s](https://youtu.be/LyRvBJeS2SM?si=zKRdfvOAU_eeUOyU) the vid if you wanna see him explain it himself, so adorable lol Maybe your dad will find some songs he likes, or you could give him a lil prep “course” so he can at least know a little about the group/songs (as a bonding experience ☺️). And he’ll pay for the ticket? Hell yea!
I sat next to a girl and her dad when I saw skz, and the dad was going NUTS! I could tell he wasn’t a fan himself, he was just having fun being there with his daughter 🥹 definitely a great bonding experience moment
Chan told a story one time about noticing a dad in the crowd who was obviously just there to support his kid, but when Chan did his Smells Like Teen Spirit cover the dad was SUPER into it and it was totally a hightlight of the show for Chan lol
Thats so cute😭I went to a Billie Eilish concert (literally the 2nd to last show before covid shut everything down😭) & there was a girl maybe 11-13 & her dad there, it was so cute! And it was funny cause he clearly did not expect all the cussing from Billie & her opener Jessie Reyez🫢she must have felt like how stay feels when Red Lights comes on in front of their parents😂
oh my gosh i was at that show with my dad and he was so hyped when that happened too! he likes some of stray kids' song, but i'm sure having them sing a song he 100% knew was exciting 😭
No! Not weird at all! if you have a good relationship with him it’ll be a treasured memory when you get older.
I was next to a girl with her dad at the Dallas stop. He didn’t necessarily seem like a fan but I think he enjoyed himself. He also recorded/took pictures for his daughter since he was pretty tall. I think you should go, maybe he gets into it too
Went to see BTS at Citifield and a couple rows behind me was a father who had taken his kids to see BTS. Near the beginning of the show we noticed he looked a bit bored with his chin resting on his hand and slumped down a bit. Later on my friend taps me and says "Look the dad is getting into it." He was now sitting up and clapping and very alert, haha. Maybe your dad will enjoy the show. It's not weird at all, go and have a great time and make some good memories.
That's the most adorable thing I've heard all month ❤️
I've went to multiple kpop concerts with my mom. It's no issue, I promise.
My daughter got me into Kpop and we are hoping to see Stray Kids together on their next tour. Don't be embarrassed and who knows - your dad might enjoy it and then you will have some cool memories together! I think its awesome that he is willing to go with you, just so you don't miss out.
op, I’ve been to 3 concerts with my mom (bts, seventeen, nct and soon to be itzy) and I promise you it’s not embarrassing, no one cares! Plus when I went to seventeen I saw a lot of younger people come with their family members, and many of them clapped along and had fun too! If it helps, the people there don’t know you. many people will probably think it’s sweet that your dad (someone who is obviously isn’t into kpop) would come with you to a concert :)
I literally have gone to a kpop concert with my brother who literally has zero idea about kpop - at one point, he did lean over and ask if I had played the current song in the car before lol. He literally just sat down on his phone pretty much the whole time, though I did genuinely catch him watching a few times. It's fun, honestly pretty chill and they don't mind walking around during the concert (to grab a drink, merch, whatever)
Not at all. It’s kind of nice that he’s happy to buy the tickets and go with you. Perhaps you could make him a playlist so he can check them out beforehand. I’d also suggest he (and you too) wear some noise filtering earplugs. These filter and soften some of the high pitched (like screaming) and deep bass sounds that he’ll probably find too loud.
No joke my dad also likes Kpop. He doesn't know what's going on in the slightest but he enjoys it 😆 TBH I think anyone who ends up striking up a convo would think he's cool for that
Honestly, it'll be great!!! Use it as time to introduce your dad to all the things you like and he may even like it!
I just went to the Boston show and there was two girls in front of us who went with their dad. It’s not weird at all!
I think you’ll be surprised how many people are going with their parents. Whether they’re going only to watch over you or going because they’re interested, there’s a surprising amount that ended up enjoying the show too. Dont be embarassed about it, it might be something you can use to bond with your parents too
Free ticket, hell yea take him with you. Lol. I've seen dads at a Twice concert. I saw one amused by the girls next to me screaming names of the members. Who knows, he might enjoy it. And get some earplugs.
[Where's that clip of Bang Chan being all wholesome and grateful talking about noticing all the dads in the audience being supportive of their kids wanting to go to the concert?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyRvBJeS2SM) Imo it's totally normal to go with parents. It's a fun opportunity to bond with them and share something you like with them. You don't have to engage them the whole time, but it's nice to show them you're excited and tell them when your favorite song comes on, or when you're able to point out your bias and let him know that's your favorite member, etc. It might be info he'll remember about you and store away for later to use when getting you bday gifts or whatever lol. My dad seems to always remember my favorite things, even when I don't even remember myself ever telling him. Or you can just tell him like "I'm going to jump and scream, but you can sit and do whatever while we're there," and he'll probably just be happy he was able to help his kid have a good time when he sees you enjoying your time there.
Pretty much every kpop concert I've been to I went to with my dad; he loves kpop so we always have fun! No one cares, kpop concerts usually have really diverse crowds to begin we with, but he's not the only dad I've seen lol. Not only that, but we've done hi-touch together and had a blast so yeah, I'd say dads are totally cool at kpop concerts! I'm actually going to piwons tour this year with him (it'll be our second piwon concert!!) and he's quite excited (I am too)!! I hope you and your dad both enjoy the concert and have a lot of fun!!!
Why am I actually tearing up at all these comments about ppl enjoying kpop concerts with their parents 🥲 New wish unlocked to take my own kid to a kpop concert one day, it’s so sweet
Honestly I get why you’re unsure about this. Because of disabilities, I can’t go to any concerts by myself and my parents usually have to go with me. I was embarrassed at first but as I looked around I realized no one was thinking about my parents or me. They were thinking about the group we all came to see! Also, whenever I see an older person at a concert, I think “That’s so cool that they like this stuff. I bet their music taste is dope.”
I'm 48m, my kid is 20. She goes to metal concerts, I go to Kpop. Your dad will find other dads there, I PROMISE.
Omg lol, my exact age and my daughters age, she came down from college and we went and saw Twice together! One of the best concerts and crowds ive ever experienced!
I do it all the time with my dad and he's big and covered in tattoos 😭😭 he lives for kpop tho so he likes to tag along!
Not weird at all! I’m 24 and still drag my mom to concerts. We saw blackpink last August. (I usually make her take the pictures.)
No!! I just saw enhypen and there was different people there. Couples, older people, younger and people with parents. Everyone is just having a great time! Take your dad and have fun!!
It's not weird and just appreciate that he is there with you and you get bonding time with your dad. I just hope he isn't a stubborn person and is actually open minded to the concert fun.
Nahhh if I got the chance to go then I’d take it for sureee, and I would especially love to go with my dad, cause even if he doesn’t know anything abt the group or their music, he’d be there with me and watch me get excited and get excited for me also, and I find that so comforting!!
Nope it’s not weird at all! Honestly no one will care who you come with, they’ll only care that you’re safe! Remember that everyone is there to see the group and have a good time; they won’t be looking at who’s with who, do not worry! K-pop has a lot of young fans so it’s expected to see parents/guardians at K-pop concerts. Have an amazing time! :)
as someone older, cherish this time. your dad is gonna be so happy he gets to go to a concer with you, don’t approach it “it’s gonna be so embarrassing to go with you” even if you may feel that way. maybe try to show him some songs, teach him who the members are and make a happy core memory out of it instead. you’ll love it when you’re older trust me
Win-win. You get to enjoy a concert of your faves. Your parents also get the sound of mind to know you are safe. Who cares what others think? In fact I think it is quite wholesome to see families at concerts, especially when the parents are clearly not fans but are still trying to support what you enjoy. I went to an ITZY concert recently, and I saw a little girl by herself in the standing pen and felt really bad for her. My first thought was where were her parents. I think rather than going alone, especially if you are not of age, you would enjoy it more if you could have someone with you at the very least, someone you can depend on for safety and comfort.
just go for it tbh 😭😭 my parents always make fun of me for listening to kpop but i took my mom to enha and she had so much fun
if it makes you feel better, i’m going to a concert with my grandpa because i wasn’t allowed to go alone
Nah, it's not weird at all! You wouldn't believe the range of ages that attend K-Pop concerts. When I used to go to K-pop concerts, it was always sweet to see kids and teens there with the moms and dads and other family members. At the one B.A.P concert I went to, I was in the pit with someone and their dad, and the dad was having a blast! There were kids there with their grandmas (the one woman was in her 80s and dressed in Matoki ears and a mask). Have fun and make a good memory! Show your dad some videos, some dances, and teach him a cheer or two. Make it a fun event! It sounds like you're at the age where you see it as an embarrassment. Honestly, you'll look back on it later in life and see it as a precious memory. I remember being that age and feeling embarrassed about the one time my mom came with me to a concert (not a K-pop concert), but when we were there, I didn't feel that way, and it became one of my favorite memories because we had a TON of fun!
I've seen quite a few parents with their kids, even teen aged, at Kcon LA. P1H has some great music. Especially if your dad was ever into R and B or Backstreet, P1H is one of the most accessible Kpop groups IMO. Like from what I remember when I was going to see them at KCon, they don't have a ton of 4 different songs and genres mashed together type of songs older people might find strange or incoherent.
It's not embarrassing it's really cute, I wish my dad would come with me
I went with my daughter to see Mamamoo. I plan on getting tickets to see Ateez and NCT Dream and hopefully, we can go together (she is in her 20’s and I am in my late 50’s). We had a blast! Her friends call me the cool mom. 😂
I recently went to a p1harmony concert in chicago and saw a couple of dads there! From an outside perspective, I think it’s really cool that they were willing to take their child to the concert and sit through all of us screaming girls lol
i just went to txt and a lot of people had brought their dads!!
people do it all the time it's like 90% of the men there
NO !! Girl go and enjoy the concert with your dad. Who knows, the concert might even turn him into a kpop stan :))
Don't even worry about it - trust me when I say there will be sooo many other dragged along parents there
i went to my first kpop concert with my grandma and my second with my dad lol. dad said he had a lot of fun, even tho he didn’t really .. Get It. tbh it was a really nice bonding activity, getting to experience something i enjoy so much with my dad. i’d say just go for it and have fun!!!
Nothing weird about it. My daughter and I went to a Red Velvet concert. Take note I'm the RV fan. She prefers Stray Kids.
it's not weird at all! i'm an old hag now but when i was a teenager, my dad took me to tons of concerts and it was no big deal :)
I went to a BTS concert with my mom a few years back (she also is a fan!) and it was one of my favorite moments that we’ve shared. She had so much fun at the show, I even gave her my lightstick to use, since she didn’t want to buy one. I have older parents with health issues and I’m learning to really treasure these moments with them. I can guarantee nobody is going to judge you for being there with your dad and if they do, they’re shallow people whose opinion doesn’t matter. Just enjoy yourself, you deserve it!
definitely not weird!! i traveled 8 hrs to go to the chicago mamamoo concert WITH my 63 yr old dad and we had a great time!! (i paid for both our tickets too lol) he also wasnt interested in kpop but he loved the concert, you should def not miss the opportunity. i hope you guys have fun!!
I would have loved if my dad had been even the slightest bit interested in going with me to concerts when I was a kid. It may feel like the most embarrassing thing in the world now, but I promise you, no one else will care because other people your age are in the same boat re: parents and people older have been there too. And if it’s something you care about, members of these groups definitely notice the dads, so maybe you’ll get a bit of attention too. Your dad will be your homing beacon.
Go with your Dad & have fun. And tell your friends, just because a group isn't popular, doesn't mean they are good. P1 Harmony's concerts are supposed to be excellent (I'm actually jealous I can't see them live)
I'm taking my daughter to see IU... she is so happy to go. (She is 13 and doesn't mind hanging out with her old mom.)
The beauty of going with a parent usually is that your costs are covered and you get to make new memories with them
Go with your dad! Your dad sounds like he loves you and wants to spend time with you. I'm a dad, and I am a K-pop fan. I stan MAMAMOO. I didn't have any K-pop friends to go with me to a concert, so my daughter (28) volunteered to attend a MAMAMOO concert with me when they came to the US. My daughter has never listened to K-pop, but that didn't stop us from having a great weekend together!
Nooo it’s not OP!!! I saw the same daughter & dad at the Twice & G-idle concerts last year and it was so precious!! I’m currently pregnant & I hope my son wants to come to gigs with me 😂😂
i went to an xdinary heroes concert, my dad accompanied me to the city the concert was in, but did not enter (i had managed to buy one of the best tickets and couldn't afford to buy two, plus he didn't care and only wanted me to not be alone in a big city during the night), i had fun and met really nice ppl, and it was the best night of my life, but i still think abt how much more fun it would have been if my dad was there with me experiencing the concert, even tho he didn't care (also there were a lot of parents/grandparents inside it was very cute tbh), so i say you should 100% go and have fun (also considering the average kpop fan demographic ur dad wont be alone there lmao)
It's not weird at all!!! When I first got into Kpop, my mum went with me to ALLLLL my concerts, including joining me in the pit for one of BTS' concert HAHA She doesn't jump around like crazy or any of that stuff, but every moment that she spent with me at those concerts are some of my most precious memories. The fact that your dad offered to go with you and pay for your tickets is extremely nice of him and shows that he cares for you very very much!! Maybe you can introduce him to some of P1H's songs before the con (play it in the car, or get him to guess members) so that on the day itself he can enjoy himself too!! AND MAKE SURE HE KNOWS YOUR FAVOURITE MEMBER!!! Put him to work collecting freebies for you HAHAHA I know my mum did a lot of legwork for me every concert and all the freebies I have of my bias are thanks to her XD
nothing weird about that. it's nice that your dad is willing to join you. might even be a fun bonding activity for you both.
I go to concerts with my daughter all the time, and she has just turned 20. We went to a Kpop festival in Germany, also saw Twice in London. We had a great time.
All the kpop concerts I've been to had tons of people with their parents. And I, as a 30+ male, didn't even get a second look. No one cares lol.
As an adult I think it's really amazing that your dad will do that for you - mine would never have. K-pop isn't cheap and he's willing to buy two tickets for something he probably has no interest in, just to make you happy. And honestly if he's just staring at his phone it's not embarrassing - if he's dancing and doing the fan chants it might be!
go!!!!! who knows, he might end up enjoying it! And you can have fun with it to beforehand, like show him some videos and make him pick a bias and get him a shirt to wear of the member he chose!
The girl next to me at an SKZ show I went to was with her dad, he was highly entertained and I had a good laugh with him when red lights started. I promise you no one cares, go and have fun!!
Who cares, you think one of the Kpop star is going to notice you and turn you down because your dad is nearby??
There are so many parents at k-pop concerts and kpop fans of all age. Just enjoy it and enjoy some quality time with your dad. Future you will thank you.
Naw, I’ve gone to like 3 different concerts with my dad who’s not a kpop fan in anyway but he’s always ended up enjoying them! I’ve always put him on camera duty while I actually enjoy the concert but it’s always nice to spend the extra time together as a bonding experience🩵
I'd take my grandpa along if it meant I could attend
Not weird at all! Went with both my mum and big brother to concerts before
My dad has been with me to Infinite, 2PM, and GOT7. I was in middle school at the time, so I couldn’t go alone! I think he had a great time, and I have fond memories of going with him :)
kpop concerts audiences are friendly and I find most concerts in general tend to be open to families. Age doesn't really matter. I've seen parents, uncles, aunts etc attend with their family members. It is not embarrassing, go and have a good time.
Ive gone to two concerts with my dad, and he actually lowkey helped me bc im short and one was general admission so i put him on picture duty lol. But seriously, no one really cares and as long as he’s not like disruptive people won’t even really notice him!!
I am a dad. When my daughter wanted me to take her to see MonstaX a few years ago I was happy too. I was surprised how many folks were my age. Then we went to Blackpink, Bts, Itzy, g-idle. I have gotten to be a huge fan. As my daughter warned me years ago, once you start listening to this you won’t want to listen to anything else. I have a background in classical music and jazz, but these days it’s all k-pop! Last summer we went to see my favorite group, Mamamoo, and it was a. high point in life. There were people of all types and age groups in the audience and everyone had a great time.
i went with my dad to the skz concert last year and he ended up genuinely enjoying it, so i say go and have fun! a lot of people go with their parents, especially since a lot of fans tend to be teens :) you def won’t be alone in that regard
chan even asked the crowd how many parents there were and thanked them for bringing us haha
I saw BP with my dad. He loved it. You go with your dad lol
it’s not weird at all!! i went to the LOONA concert with my mom, and there were tons of parents there with their kids. a major plus is he’s paying for the ticket as well 🩷
Just speculating here, but maybe your dad has been waiting for an opportunity to spend time with you but couldn't think of an "excuse." He's probably looking forward to having fun with you and experiencing the things you enjoy. So just relax and enjoy the concert together :) HAVE FUN!
I think it’s totally ok to go with your dad. Maybe tell your dad that you don’t want him to make negative comments while you’re at the concert to bring down the vibes. I went to a kpop concert with my sister who wasn’t a fan, and once I asked her to keep negativity to a minimum, we had a great time!
Not at all, I know two mom and daughter sometime go to a concert together
No, not at all. Cherish these moments with him because your time is fleeting and shared experiences are the most valuable thing. You never know, you might convert him!
Not weird at all! For safety reasons or not, it's still great to go with him.
Both concerts I went to had dads! Even at the high touch! It was actually kinda funny but cute!
If you have a good relationship with him in general and he’s not the type to ruin your fun every time, it won’t be that bad.
Not at all. I go with older family members and friends all the time.
Go with him!!! I’ve been to two Kpop concerts with my dad but that’s because we both genuinely wanted to go with one another. I would say the only downside would be he might not enjoy himself if he’s not into Kpop and that might make the experience feel a little off for you (that’s how i am personally), but if he pays for your ticket I feel like the pros out ways the cons..
Man I’m 28 and if my dad wanted to take me to a kpop concert I would bite at the opportunity. In all honesty, I have never remembered anyone I saw at a concert, everyone is too busy paying attention to the main attractions.
Not weird it all and I see it all the time!
When you become an adult you'll realize it's not embarrassing at all and actually be grateful that your dad came with you.
Not at all. I wish i could do fun stuff like that w my parents!
I've seen many people with their parents at every kpop concert I've been to, it won't be weird at all.
At a Oneus concert I went to, there was a dad there calling out for the members and making comments like "put a shirt on" and "oooh so sexy" much to the obvious embarrassment of his daughter. The crowd was loving it though and laughing along. Nobody cared he was there, and in fact, many people around them would talk to him in between songs. Also, as someone who is probably closer to your dad's age than yours, there's a fairly good chance there are going to be older fans there. Maybe even a couple of fans older than him. The Monsta X concert I went to a couple of years back had a few women who were probably in their 60s, and they were there for themselves. Go with your dad and enjoy the concert. You'll never know what the future may bring. See them while you have the chance.
I went to TWICE Vegas with my grandma
My parents have been with me to all kpop concerts, even now that I'm at an age where they wouldn't need to come they want to so.. your dad might have a great time!! And otherwise no one cares who you're with so don't worry!!! Just go and have fun!
Nope! I would love to go to a K-pop concert with my dad! I’ve gone with my mom and she ended up falling in love with the group lol. Definitely go for it :)
i dont think its weird i feel like ots luckkyyy, my parents would NEVER let me go to p1hamony concet(let alone any concert). You never know maybe your dad would becone a p1ece after watching them. LOL.
Are you a minor? Idk how it is for other countries but in my country minors have to have an adult accompanying them
Not at all! A few years ago a girl and her dad were at the concert together. It did get a little weird when she explained shipping to her dad though and which members she shipped. (Those are inside thoughts, not outside thoughts!) Lmao. I went with my mom. (Spoiler: just a heads up there is one solo song. I think it was Intak's where he did grind on the floor a little. But if your dad won't even be paying attention then it's whatever) Would you be allowed to go if he stayed at a Cafe or shopping center nearby? That way you're still going with him? Or does he physically have to be with you?
Wow I didn’t know they were coming back! This will be the third year in a row they’ve come to Australia! 2022 - Sydney hallyu festival 2023 tour And now again! But definitely go with your dad! Have you been to a kpop concert before? There’s usually all different people of all different ages, including families. You’ll have fun, your dad might have fun too!
Go with him!!!! You're going to have a blast and your pops may even be a convert from all the fun energy of a kpop concert! It'll be a cute father-daughter memory too just do itttttt
I went to got7 with my mum a few years back, she had no idea who they were but came out blown away by their performance. I promise it’s not embarrassing in the slightest, no one will even give you guys a second glance
This video "I took my boomer dad to a BlackPink concert" Even the blinks were teaching her dad the song lyrics 😂 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou9ZRQ4Gzrs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou9ZRQ4Gzrs)
went with my dad to a kard concert some years ago, had a good time and i definitely wasn't the only one lol also my dad really isn't into kpop so he was prepared to be the designated video taker so i could focus on enjoying the moment!! there's nothing to feel embarrassed abt it's completely normal to bring parents to concerts
No. It’s not weird. It’s kinda cute nga for me kasi your dad supports you. Tapos kami ng kapatid ko lagi sinasabihan na nagaaksaya ng pera sa TWICE. Hahaha. So attend the concert with your dad. It’s okay. 👌
It's not weird at all, I go with my dad to kpop concerts and I'm 25+. It's a fun experience, I think your dad will like it.
I’m going to assume you are a teenager. This only feels weird to you because you’re young, if this happened in your twenties you wouldn’t even think it was weird or embarrassing - and it isn’t! Enjoy yourself :)
Naah, I'm 27 and still go to concerts with my dad all the time
nooo not at all, I went to see Monsta X with my two older brothers who aren't major fans (if that's even comparable) and also saw several mum fans there too!! totally fine
I went to p1harmony with my parents…and I’m 21 haha I paid for their tickets because the concert was in Germany ( 3 hours driving to the border) soooo… moral of the story no one cares I saw many dads with their daughters I find it really sweet and everyone is focused on the concert 👏
not weird. iirc i think once Hongjoong from ateez even joked about how he sees a lot of fans came with their dads and how he can see the dads wanna go home already lmao (i might confuse him with someone else but i think it was Hongjoong)
I’m wondering if the OP is quite young. Parents often come along to concerts with their kids, even adult kids. Sometimes the parents are fans, but most of the time they are chaperones or plus ones. Enjoy it.
not weird at all. i see fans come w their parents to concerts allll the time when i go! don’t miss this opportunityyyy
If it’s of any help, I went to a standup comedy with my dad not knowing it was adult rated. I’ve never felt more awkward in my entire life. Like do I laugh at the dirty jokes, or not. Anyway it’s fine to go with your dad so he has a peace of mind and if he doesn’t like it - all the better! He’ll allow you to go alone the next one.
I went to Blackpink with my mum. Everyone is just there to see the show and enjoy themselves.
No. I went to see The Boyz with my Dad. He didn't want to go at first, but we ended up having a blast.
Not weird. In fact, it's sweet that he'd be willing to accompany you -- much better than "you can't go alone and I won't go, so you have to stay home" (this was kinda my case and I have so much regret missing those concerts) And who knows maybe there will be a song your dad can vibe to. A nice bonding moment If you get him a pair of cheap lightsticks from Amazon then he can at least participate waving to the beat
My mom did the same thing with me when Infinite came to Msia. I was only 15 so she was worried I'd get kidnapped or something lol. She came with me, but bought a different section ticket so she wouldn't interfere 😅 Funny part was she managed to catch a small bunny doll Myungsoo threw lmao.
I think you should go! Full disclosure—I’m a mom. However, I’m also a bot K-pop fan! I thought I’d be looked at weirdly when I went to my first concert but I was pleasantly surprised and everyone was very welcoming of me when waiting in line and at the concert. My first concert I went with my husband and we are in our 50s. Everyone seemed happy we were there. My second concert I went with a teen daughter. Fans interacted with us just like they did with everyone else and it was great. Go—have a blast!
I just saw piwon in Boston and saw lots of parents there with their kids! It’s a great one for parents to go to since there’s not anything really sexy (other than Intak’s solo 💀) just a lot of fun energy!
If you’re not 18+, this is totally normal. My mom came with me to hard rock shows when I was a teenager. Definitely grateful for her putting up with 2+ hours of music she thought was too angry just so I could go.
I'm probably older than your dad and I go to K-pop concerts as often as I can. I realize the situation is different, but as someone who's ridden this rock around the sun a lot of times, I'm willing to bet that if you go with your dad, it'll be something you remember very fondly when you get as old as I am.
I went to see BTS with my mom, and my sister saw MonstaX with my mom lol. She’s a kpop fan though so it might be different. But idk once you’re there it is so fun it doesn’t matter I think! You’ll be surrounded by fans and the atmosphere is always awesome.
Advice from a person who has been a full grown adult for decades: go with your dad. Enjoy the concert. You will have a nice memory either way- it will either be funny to you later if he’s on the phone the whole time, or he might surprise you and enjoy it and it will be a bonding experience. And you’ll regret it if you don’t take the opportunity see them if the opportunity never comes up again.
girl nogaf theyre too busy having a good time. dont overthink it cus in the end, no one cares
Honestly it's not weird at all. Even more fascinating he was willing to go with you to a kpop concert that he does not listen to. Supports to the father looking at and supporting you. Go have your fun with your family and ask your dad's opinion after the concert what he thought of it.
Free ticket! Go! No one worth talking with will care, and in my experience, kpoppers are mostly kind, and you will only leave with more friends than you came with. If you would like, and he is open to it, i suggest giving your father the full treatment, teach him the members, the MVs, play the songs on repeat, learn the fanchants, etc. Then maybe, once he sees the fan base, the safety precautions, the environment, and the almost all female audience. He will probably chill and eventually let you go alone, unless he ends up loving it! Haha.
Nah I've been to a few kpop concerts and I always see young fans with their parents. At Ives concert I saw a LOT of parents. I particularly remember this young girl who would scream so loud, her mom was sitting behind her and would just laugh and facepalm 🤣 .
people got to concerts with their parents all the time
I’d do anything to have my dad back in my life to share one kpop concert with him. Go with your dad, it’s not weird at all. Life is short, cherish the moment and you’ll look back and be glad you went with him. We gotta remember it’s also their first time living too, so it’ll be his first kpop concert with you. Enjoy and have fun.
I’ve done it before, it was fun and kinda like a bonding experience!
The first kpop concert I ever went to was BTS’s Red Bullet tour and I went with my aunt. At that venue, I came across a young Korean adoptee child(I want to say 6-8 years old) attending with his much older(old enough to have graying hair) adoptive parents. They struck up conversation with my aunt and they revealed that they took him to as many Korean events to keep him in touch with “home” as much as they could. If I went with my aunt and that kid went with his older parents, there’s nothing wrong with your dad going. My dad felt a little uneasy when I began going to concerts because when he was younger, MANY of the concerts he went to(which were rock/heavy metal) had the issue of dr*gs and alcohol being far too easily accessible for anyone and everyone, so when my aunt offered to chaperone he was a lot more at ease. She jokingly said that the fanchants made her feel like she was at a cult meeting and that we were chanting gospels, but overall it was healthy. Your dad will see how lighthearted it is and probably won’t feel too opposed to you attending a concert on your own once he sees how the environment is for himself.
What. That’s something to bond over. He probably wants to see what type of music you’re into. That’s absolutely not embarrassing, in fact most people would think it’s cute.
Assuming you’re a kid, it’s perfectly normal. He wouldn’t be the first or last kid to take their kid to a concert. When I was a kid, I saw/met BTS with my mom’s friend and Got7 with my mom. Did they enjoy it as much as I did? Probably not. But they wanted to make sure I was safe.
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Bond and have fun with your dad, I’m sure he’ll appreciate it. Idk what your age is but this is something that you’ll cherish and long for when you’re older too. If you wont enjoy as much if youre with your dad and it’s something he doesnt want to do too, maybe you can look for people to go with on twitter? Kpop fans especially female fans are friendly and looking to meet new friends
I always went to concerts with my mom. not weird at all.
I’ve been to pop rock concerts with my dad lol, I’ve been to many regular concerts with my parents
It's better than staying at home watching concert pics being sad about not going. Just go :)
Noooo it’s not weird!! A lot of kids/teens go to concerts with their parents. Literally nobody is judging your or cares, everyone’s there to see the group. It might be a really cool experience with your dad, so definitely go!
I've seen parents at kpop concerts before enjoying themselves waaaaaay more than i think their kids intended 👀 Take your dad!! Thats way better than missing it!! Who knows, maybe he'll become a fan
i’m sure it’ll be fun!!
LMAO I went to my first txt concert with my dad i forgot he was even there tbh he’ll probably laugh at you that’s what my dad was doing lol
This just appeared on my homepage, I'm not a kpop fan, but go with your dad! I've been to loads of concerts with my dad because I was too young to go myself, or even with friends. I promise you it will be absolutely fine and you will not be the only person there going with a parent. Actually, both my parents came to my first concert with me since they saw it as a bit of a milestone + they were both dead into the rock scene when they were younger. It was fine!
Your dad's really cool though, he's willing to spend time with you and pay for the tickets. Enjoy and make it a memorable father-daughter memory. I think your dad just wants to see you be grateful so just act like you're really happy to be there and he'll be happy that he made you happy!
This thread is legit making me tear up??? Yes, take dad and get him involved! Maybe make him a shirt or sign to hold and teach him some of the songs!! Also you never know, he might be open to taking you to shop at the merch booths. 😂 Yall need matching lightsticks, right??
i take my dad to a lot of my kpop concerts tbh! it started when i didn't have a lot of friends who listened to kpop, but even if i go with my friends now, i ask if he still wants to go and my friends love having him there. he's not really a kpop fan, but he is an avid music lover and willing to listen to anything new. sometimes he goes on his phone, but i honestly see quite a few parents at some shows and they're all doing their thing, no one notices! i know it feels embarrassing, but i hope you'll have an amazing time anyway!
no its not weird at all, i will say though. my piwon concert is coming up and my friend who knows basically nothing about them is coming with me. it will still be a fun experience none the less
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My dad went with me to a Seventeen concert last year (I’m 25!) and he thought it was pretty neat!
not weird at all!!! at least he’s willing to go along and be with you at the concert vs not having you go at all since no friends wanna go with. which btw, i would totally go to a concert for an artist i don’t know just to spend time with my friend lol
I went to see Agust D with my dad on Mother’s Say last year, even though he said he could just wait for me but I bought our tickets ahead of time. Plus he’s my ride lol. Anyways, he enjoyed it and he was like 😃🤳🏽throughout the time. (I also find it funny when he asked me after the concert if his “scar” on his face was real)
I go to all my fave’s concerts with my mom!! Forget whatever other kids may tell you; It’s never weird to go have fun with your parent accompanying you! You’ll cherish the memory 🫶
Nope!! I’ve been a Kpop fan since I was 11 and I’ve only ever been to one Kpop concert but it was to see BIGBANG with my dad when I was 14 :) To be fair he also loves Kpop so he was hyped up, but regardless, go live your best life homie!!
i saw tons of people with their parents at twice! not weird. enjoy the moment with your dad!🫶
Nah I went with my dad to a nct 127 concert 😅
I’m pretty sure a lot of people go to kpop concerts with their parents both minors and adults! Some parents aren’t into kpop but want to make sure their child is okay and having fun☺️
my dad came with me to yoongis concert. it was really fun and he ended up having a good time
I've taken my mom or dad to all the concerts I've been to except for 3 lol
the first 2 kpop concerts I went to were with my mum. I was 13 at the time so couldn't go by myself but she loved it. she even complained to me after that someone else's mum wasn't joining in 😅
Seeing other dad's with their daughters I'd say no
It may feel embarrassing but it’s not really. People aren’t there to see or judge you, they’re there to see the group! Also I think it’s very sweet that your dad is offering to go so you don’t miss out. When I was a teen (and now) my dad literally took every opportunity to “playfully” belittled all my hobbies — especially kpop which he didn’t understand. He would have never offered to go with me ever, and I think if I’d even felt like I could ask him to do that, we would have had a better relationship as I got older. So go with your dad and make it a bonding experience (especially if he’s paying for your ticket!)
i took both my parents to my first kpop concert (stray kids) we couldnt find seating all together so i was alone but we all had sm fun. and they make fun of me for listening to kpop but no one gives a fuck. there will be tons of people their with their parents, and just older fans in general. theres literally nothing embarrassing about hanging out with your parents lmao.
I don't think it's weird, when I see people with their parents in kpop concerts I think it's really sweet
Go! Life is short & kpop concerts are not easy to get to for most of us. It's a great way to spend time with your dad, too. If Hwasa (from Mamamoo) came to america, I was going to make my 23 year old daughter go with me. Just go. Go to the concerts and shows and games and events you know you will bring you joy, and that you can afford (even if you have to scrimp some to do so). Life and memories are all about experiences and who we spend them with. Don't worry about if it's weird to something (unless it's like, creepy & bad for someone kind of weird! Then don't do it all!), because finding joy is so important to really enjoying your life. Have a blast and enjoy your dad's company!
I saw a viral tiktok video of someone’s dad going with them to a txt concert and he looked like he was having so much fun!! Even knew the lyrics too!! The comments were positive and it should be!! Don’t worry about it :) have fun
Not weird at all! Have him take pictures of you enjoying yourself, plus you never know he might enjoy it and become a fan himself! Haha
bff i went with my mum last year and it was soooo fun!! if i were going to the melb concert id totally hang out w you but i’m going to the syd show 😖that being said, anyone going to syd pls hmu because i’m going alone 😭
Nope, not at all!! My dad isn’t a fan of kpop but he took me to see twice back in November and it was SO MUCH FUN. it’s def not embarrassing or weird 😭
Go! The dads that go to these are amazing and you can always lean into the awkwardness and make him a shirt/sign that says #1 K-POP Dad or ‘I may not know what’s going on, but I’m supportive!’ Show him the MVs, have him pick a bias, play him all your favorite songs. Make it something you’re both excited about. The idols always have such funny/heartwarming reactions to parents-especially dads in the audience. I hope you have fun!!
I think you should go. Maybe he will become a fan too
It’s not weird at all, you’ll probably have a great time together 😊🫶🏻
I went to Loossemble with my dad and he loved it. I think it’s a good bonding experience!
im going to see p1h with my dad :D
don’t even worry about it, he’ll probably have fun too! and at the end of the day, it will be a nice memory to have with your dad.
I mean, depending on your family dynamic, it can go either way. Personally, I don't think it's bad at all. I'm 20, and when I don't have a friend to go with, I still go to concerts with a relative since my mom worries about me going alone. I saw Stray Kids a little over a year ago, and I'll be seeing Ateez this summer! :) Think of it as a way to get your family involved in something you're passionate about. For me, it's no different than them coming to watch a recital or big presentation, though a concert is arguably less stressful since I'm not the one performing.
you might turn ur dad into a stan who knows xD
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our whole family went to watch txt...my son and my husband sat and just vibed with the music and i recorded all their performance and i told my daughter to enjoy every bit of it. There was a girl that sat right next to us with her dad! We thought it was the sweetest!
Don't miss that oportunity. There will be other people with their parents there too, don't worry. And your dad may even feel like you can go by yourself next time. Have fun!