IVE brings "SHOW WHAT I AM" to Seattle
IVE is coming to Climate Pledge Arena with a concert that combines the group's best-known singles, the new "REVIVE+" album era, and production designed for large arenas. The concert takes place on Friday, August 7, 2026. The performance is scheduled for 8:00 PM, while doors open at 6:30 PM, giving visitors enough time for security screening, finding their seats, and exploring the arena before the program begins.
Seattle is the penultimate stop on the North American leg of the "SHOW WHAT I AM" tour. After performances in Toronto, Montreal, Newark, Austin, Los Angeles, and Oakland, the group continues to Vancouver.
IVE consists of ANYUJIN, GAEUL, REI, JANGWONYOUNG, LIZ, and LEESEO. Since debuting with the single "ELEVEN" in 2021, the group has built a catalog recognizable for clear choruses, precise choreography, and pop production that combines an elegant visual identity with songs about self-confidence. "LOVE DIVE", "After LIKE", "I AM", "Kitsch", "Baddie", and "REBEL HEART" became key milestones in their rise, and the current concert program adds material from the latest phase of their career to those hits.
Tickets for this event are currently on sale.
The new "REVIVE+" album era
The second studio album, "REVIVE+", was released on February 23, 2026, and contains 12 songs. Its main tracks, "BANG BANG" and "BLACKHOLE", show two sides of the group's current sound. "BANG BANG" relies on a direct, rhythmic impact and a chorus designed for singing along, while "BLACKHOLE" uses more expansive, cinematic production and pronounced bass.
The album is not merely an addition to the existing repertoire. It is the tour's central material and an important step in the way IVE presents its six members. The group performs the first six songs, while the second half of the album includes one solo song for each member. This gives the concert a natural alternation between shared choreographic sections and individual performances.
- "BLACKHOLE" and "BANG BANG" represent the album's main sound.
- "Hush", "Stuck In Your Head", "Fireworks", and "HOT COFFEE" expand the range from dance-pop to softer melodic moments.
- "8", "Odd", "Super ICY", "Unreal", "In Your Heart", and "Force" give each member her own space on stage.
The tour concept continues an idea that has accompanied IVE from the beginning. Earlier songs often emphasized a self-confident "I", while "SHOW WHAT I AM" expands the story toward the relationship between the members, the audience, and the shared concert experience. This does not mean that the group's recognizable confidence has disappeared. It is now distributed across more musical colors and different performance roles.
What the audience can expect from the setlist
The exact setlist for Seattle may change, but recent performances on the same tour show a clear pattern. The concert is structured in several sections, with video segments between blocks, group songs, solo performances, and a final section featuring the biggest hits.
At North American concerts, the program has included songs such as "GOTCHA (Baddest Eros)", "XOXZ", "Baddie", "Ice Queen", "BLACKHOLE", "TKO", "Holy Moly", and "My Satisfaction". The middle of the performance makes room for solo songs from the album "REVIVE+", after which the concert returns to group performances such as "Off the Record", "FLU", and "ATTITUDE".
The final section is particularly appealing to audiences who have followed IVE since the early singles. "LOVE DIVE", "REBEL HEART", "I AM", "BANG BANG", "Kitsch", and "After LIKE" are among the songs that have appeared near the end of recent performances. This does not guarantee an identical order in Seattle, but it shows that the tour does not choose between the new album and older hits. The program is designed as an overview of the group's development.
For longtime fans, the most interesting element is the combination of familiar choreography and new arrangements. For audiences seeing IVE live for the first time, the concert offers a very clear introduction to their style: powerful choruses, precise group movement, alternating vocal and dance focuses, and short transitions that give each member a recognizable moment.
Who will find the concert especially appealing
The concert is a natural choice for DIVE, the fans who follow the group's releases, choreography, and the individual roles of its members. At the same time, the program is accessible enough for a broader pop audience. The best-known songs have choruses that work even without detailed knowledge of the discography, while the production and choreography give the entire evening a strong visual rhythm.
It will be especially appreciated by visitors interested in contemporary K-pop as a complete stage format. In such a concert, the songs are not separated from the costumes, videos, lighting, and precisely planned transitions. IVE uses these elements to connect different phases of the repertoire into a single story, from the self-confident early singles to the more mature sound of the album "REVIVE+".
It is worth securing tickets in good time.
Climate Pledge Arena as a concert venue
Climate Pledge Arena is located at 334 1st Ave N, on the Seattle Center campus in the Uptown neighborhood. The arena opened in 2021 after a complete reconstruction of the space beneath the historic roof built for the 1962 World's Fair. It can accommodate up to 17,200 visitors for concerts, although the actual capacity depends on the stage configuration and floor layout.
That size suits IVE's production. The arena is large enough for a wide stage, large screens, and choreographic formations, but the shape of the seating area retains a more compact feeling than a stadium. The venue has 16,000 square feet of acoustic panels, which is important for a concert in which loud electronic bass, vocals, and audience reactions continually alternate.
Most of the interior is built below ground level. It is useful to check the entrance listed on the ticket in advance, because not all approaches are equally close to every section.
Basic arena information
- Address: 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109.
- Opening of the renovated arena: 2021.
- Concert capacity: up to 17,200 visitors.
- Location: Seattle Center, near the Space Needle and the Museum of Pop Culture.
- Doors for the IVE concert open at 6:30 PM, and the performance begins at 8:00 PM.
Arriving by public transportation
Public transportation is the simplest way to arrive, especially on evenings with major events. A transit pass for local public transportation is included with a ticket for a publicly sold event at Climate Pledge Arena. Visitors should activate it according to the instructions linked to their digital ticket before departure.
The Seattle Center Monorail connects Westlake Center in downtown Seattle with Seattle Center. The ride takes about 90 seconds, followed by a short walk through the campus from the terminal station to the arena. For travelers arriving by light rail, Westlake is a convenient place to transfer to the Monorail.
From SEA Airport, it is possible to take light rail to Westlake and then transfer to the Monorail. The airport is located approximately 15 miles south of the arena. Traveling by car without major congestion can take about 40 minutes, but traffic before the concert and after it ends may significantly extend the journey.
Arriving by car and parking
Arena Garage, 1st Ave N Garage, and 5th Ave Garage are located nearby. The first two garages are connected to the arena complex, while the third is on the eastern side of Seattle Center. The number of spaces is limited, and traffic in Uptown becomes heavy before the program begins.
The most practical option is to choose a garage in advance and allow enough time to enter. Street parking in the surrounding zones may be subject to special rules and higher evening rates during major events. After the concert, leaving the garages often takes longer than the drive itself to a hotel or another destination, so public transportation may be the faster choice.
Entry, bags, and preparing for the concert
Doors open 90 minutes before the performance begins. This is a reasonable time to arrive because security screening may take a while, especially when a large number of visitors arrive within a short period. The digital ticket should be opened before reaching the entrance, and the phone battery should have enough charge for the entire evening.
Climate Pledge Arena encourages visitors to arrive without a bag. One clear or non-clear bag measuring up to 14 x 14 x 6 inches, or a small clutch measuring up to 4 x 6 x 1.5 inches, is permitted. All bags larger than a small clutch undergo X-ray screening at designated entrances. The rules may be further adjusted for an individual event, so they should be checked again on the day of the concert.
Professional cameras, interchangeable lenses, selfie sticks, tripods, and devices intended for recording are not permitted under the arena's general rules. Small cameras without interchangeable lenses are usually acceptable, but the concert may have stricter restrictions. Leaving and re-entering the arena is not permitted, so everything needed should be prepared before passing through security.
- Arrive early because of bag checks and possible lines.
- Open your digital ticket before approaching security.
- Check the dimensions of your bag at home, not only when you reach the entrance.
- Bring a portable phone battery if you plan to use the transit pass and digital ticket.
- Arrange a meeting point after the concert because the mobile network may be congested.
Seattle Center before and after the concert
The arena is located within the Seattle Center campus, so visitors can combine the concert with a brief tour of one of Seattle's most recognizable areas. The Space Needle, Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Pacific Science Center, and International Fountain are all within walking distance.
Seattle Center Armory has several food and drink options and serves as a practical meeting point during the day and before major events. The opening hours of individual venues may vary, so it is better to have a backup option in Uptown, Belltown, or downtown Seattle for a late meal after the concert.
August in Seattle usually brings long days, but an evening near Puget Sound may be cooler than expected. A light layer of clothing is useful while waiting before entry and for the return journey after the concert. An umbrella, if carried, must be collapsible and small enough to fit beneath the seat.
How to get the most out of the evening
The best way to prepare is not to try to predict every song, but to become familiar with several key parts of the repertoire. "BLACKHOLE" and "BANG BANG" provide context for the current era, while "LOVE DIVE", "After LIKE", "I AM", and "REBEL HEART" explain why IVE has grown into an arena act. The solo songs from the album "REVIVE+" help listeners recognize the members' different performance styles.
The audience can expect plenty of fan chants, coordinated light sticks, and reactions to the opening notes of familiar singles. However, the concert is not intended only for those who know every choreography. The structure of the performance is clear enough to guide new visitors through the different phases of the group's career.
For visitors on the floor, the most important things are comfortable footwear, enough water before entering, and a plan for the return journey. For seats on the upper levels, it is useful to expect stairs and to find the correct section early. Thanks to the large screens, the view of the choreography remains an important part of the experience even from more distant parts of the arena.
Seattle is one of only eight stops on the North American leg of this tour. In a city with a large international audience and a strong concert calendar, IVE receives a venue capable of presenting the full scope of the production, from group formations to individual scenes. Tickets for this event are in demand.
Sources:
- Climate Pledge Arena - concert date, door-opening time, arena information, capacity, transportation, parking, and entry rules.
- STARSHIP Entertainment - group profile and discography.
- IVE Japan Official Site and Sony Music Japan - release date, track listing, and context for the album "REVIVE+".
- JamBase and Setlist.fm - setlists from recent tour performances, used exclusively as an indication of the possible concert pattern.
- The Straits Times - description of the concert experience at the Singapore stop of the tour.
- Seattle Center - campus facilities, attractions, and practical information for visitors.