※Image is from 2020

This year's "KBS Gayo Daechukje" is expected to be enjoyed offline.

According to a report by Sportybee News on the 2nd, the "2021 KBS Gayo Daechukje" will be held at the KBS Hall in Yeouido, Yeongdeungpo, Seoul on December 17th.

Unlike last year, when it was held online due to the impact of the novel coronavirus infection (Corona 19), audience admission is allowed this year. However, the audience will be admitted in accordance with quarantine guidelines. KBS television's position is that thorough preparations will be made for safe viewing.

"Gayo Daechukje" is an end-of-year special music program held by KBS every December. From its inaugural year in 1981 to 2011, it was held every December 30th, from 2012 to 2018 it was held on the last Friday of December, and in 2019 it was held on December 27th.

Since Corona 19 broke out last year, it has been held relatively early. Last year it was broadcast on December 18th, and this year it has been confirmed to be on December 17th. On December 17th, the most loved popular singers of the year are expected to make a full appearance.

Last year, due to the impact of Corona 19, some performers did not participate, and there were problems with the pre-recording schedule. It was held as an in-person event without an audience.

In line with the implementation of phased recovery of daily life this year, some audience members will be able to attend and enjoy the "Gayo Daechukje." The empty audience seats will be filled again. While cheers may be difficult, fans waving応援棒 (cheering sticks) are likely to be seen.

KBS, which made efforts to dispel "Corona 19 anxiety" last year by conducting Corona 19 tests for performers and staff and even pre-recording, is expected to be even more thorough in safety this time as it welcomes the audience.

These are English translations of articles from our GTTOUR Japanese website.