Kaohsiung, Taiwan (October 19, 2025)— The world-renowned K-pop sensation BLACKPINK set Kaohsiung ablaze on October 18 with their highly anticipated concert at the World Games Main Stadium, drawing a massive crowd of 63,000 fans inside and outside the venue. The Kaohsiung City Government reported that public transportation ridership hit a record 330,000 passengers for the day, highlighting the concert’s overwhelming impact on local transit.
To manage the surge of concertgoers, approximately 50 shuttle buses operated between Zuoying High-Speed Rail Station and New Zuoying Station, transporting more than 10,000 passengers and effectively easing congestion at MRT stations. Organizers also arranged dedicated return buses to help fans get home quickly after the show.
The Kaohsiung MRT Corporation recorded around 320,000 passengers using the system on the same day, with the R17 World Games Station experiencing the highest foot traffic. The company monitored crowd movements in real-time and deployed additional trains to ensure a safe and efficient post-concert evacuation.
According to the Transportation Bureau, this event marks BLACKPINK’s second concert in Kaohsiung, with noticeable demographic changes among attendees. The number of fans aged 19 to 30 rose by 7% compared to the previous show, while motorcycle use dropped by 14%. Traffic volume near the venue also increased by 16%, mainly due to temporary pick-up and drop-off vehicles.
Authorities reminded the public that stopping on Junxiao Road for passenger drop-offs or pick-ups is strictly prohibited, and violators may face penalties. For the second concert on October 19, fans are urged to use public transit—particularly the MRT, or nearby stations such as Ecological Park Station and Metropolitan Park Station—to avoid traffic jams and enjoy a more convenient travel experience.
As BLACKPINK continues to dominate the global stage, their Kaohsiung concerts not only showcase their star power but also demonstrate how large-scale events can successfully integrate with efficient city planning and transportation systems.