NCT has officially launched a large-scale project to mark its 10th anniversary.
NCT first began on April 9, 2016, with NCT U's "The 7th Sense." On its 10th debut anniversary, the group has entered the "NCT 2026" project.
Redefining the Present, 10 Years in the Making
Under the slogan "EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO," the project starts from reinterpreting the present through NCT's 10-year narrative, signaling a transition into its next chapter.
SM Entertainment stated that the project will serve as a new milestone, showcasing NCT's ambition to move forward powered by its ever-evolving "Neo" energy.
Full-Scale Rollout Across All Units
The group also unveiled its activity roadmap through the "NCT 2026" promotional website, which opened at noon on April 9, revealing a year-long plan of anniversary events.
Each unit will take on diverse activities:
- NCT 127 plans to release an album and hold a tour in the third quarter.
- NCT DREAM will host a fan meeting in Q3 and release an album in Q4.
- WayV is preparing an album and tour in Q3.
- NCT WISH will release its first full-length album on April 20, followed by a Japan single in Q3 and another album in Q4.
Beyond Music: Pop-Up and Exhibition
To celebrate the anniversary, NCT will also host a pop-up store titled "POPUP: NEO GROUND" and an exhibition "EXHIBITION: NEO DIMENSION" in the third quarter.
Additional content and events are planned throughout the "NCT 2026" project, offering fans multiple ways to celebrate the group's 10-year milestone.
