Inside TWICE’s ‘THIS IS FOR’ World Tour Stop in Los Angeles

On January 21, 2026, TWICE opened a four-night residency at Kia Forum in Los Angeles as part of their THIS IS FOR World Tour.

The Inglewood dates marked one of the tour’s most ambitious stops yet, introducing a 360-degree stage and a fully integrated live band.
It was a show designed not just to be seen, but to be shared from every angle.

Pre-show atmosphere

Hours before showtime, the Forum concourse buzzed with activity. Fans—known collectively as ONCE—lined up at merchandise booths, traded handmade freebies, and compared outfits inspired by TWICE’s decade-long visual history.

Inside the arena, a massive four-panel LED installation wrapped the stage, displaying THIS IS FOR against a live feed of the crowd. The setup immediately signaled that this would not be a conventional end-stage concert. Every seat felt deliberately considered.

Opening sequence

The show opened with a cinematic introduction video, placing Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu in a neon-lit cityscape before the first notes of “FOUR” rang out live.

As the towering LED panels lifted, the group emerged to deafening screams. Dahyun, seated due to an ankle injury, was positioned thoughtfully at the corner of the stage—present, visible, and fully part of the performance. From the outset, the message was clear: this tour prioritizes connection over spectacle for spectacle’s sake.

Main set highlights

“Strategy” and “Make Me Go” followed in rapid succession, immediately showcasing how meticulously the 360-degree layout had been choreographed. Rather than turning their backs on portions of the crowd, TWICE rotated formations constantly, ensuring no section felt secondary.

This approach paid off. The Forum felt unified, with fans singing and dancing in every direction. It was a subtle but meaningful evolution from earlier large-scale K-pop productions, emphasizing inclusivity over fixed sightlines.

Vocal and emotional moments

The tone deepened with “SET ME FREE” and “I CAN’T STOP ME,” punctuated by bursts of red streamer confetti. These songs, once defined by tight choreography, now carried a heavier emotional weight, reflecting the group’s growth.

A brief ment allowed the members to greet the crowd. Jihyo led a call-and-response chant—“This is for ONCE! This is for TWICE!”—as thousands of Candybongs lit the arena in pink. It was less a scripted moment than a genuine exchange of energy.

Vocal and emotional moments

Slowing the pace, “Options” and “Moonlight Sunrise” gave space for vocal nuance. Jeongyeon’s upper register drew audible reactions, while Mina’s delicate tone anchored the harmonies.

The visuals shifted to a star-filled night sky, and the crowd swayed in unison. These moments underscored one of the night’s key strengths: TWICE’s confidence in letting stillness and sound carry the room.

Solo stages

Midway through the set, the focus shifted inward. While the members prepared backstage, dancers and the live band took over the rotating stages, building anticipation for the solo section drawn largely from Ten: The Story Goes On.

Tzuyu’s “DIVE IN” highlighted her growing performance confidence, followed by Mina’s hauntingly restrained “STONE COLD.” Nayeon brought playful authority to “MEEEEEE,” while Jeongyeon leaned fully into character with the country-tinged “FIX A DRINK.”

Dahyun blended classical and hip-hop sensibilities with “CHESS,” opening on a brief piano motif from Beethoven before pivoting into sharp rap delivery. Chaeyoung’s “SHOOT (Firecracker)” balanced vulnerability and edge, while Jihyo’s “ATM” radiated swagger. Sana’s “DECAFFINATED” and Momo’s bass-heavy “MOVE LIKE THAT” closed the segment on a high, reaffirming the group’s individual versatility.

Main set highlights

Reuniting as nine, TWICE surged back into group mode with “The Feels,” reimagined with a live band arrangement. Performing from the corners of the stage, they turned the Forum into a full-circle dance floor.

Later highlights included “Fancy,” “What Is Love,” “Yes or Yes,” and “Dance the Night Away,” each met with thunderous sing-alongs. Moments of fan service—confetti tosses, water splashes, playful interactions—felt spontaneous rather than obligatory.

Encore and fan service

After teasing the end of the night with “ONE SPARK,” the members exited, leaving the crowd buzzing. During the encore wait, cameras spotlighted fans performing TWICE choreography, transforming the intermission into a communal celebration.

The group returned in tour merchandise for “Talk That Talk,” posing for group photos with every section of the arena. The final song, “Feel Special,” was chosen by the crowd—a surprise inclusion that made the encore feel genuinely earned.

TWICE’s January 21 show at the Kia Forum was more than the start of a residency. It was a statement about where the group stands in 2026: confident, expansive, and deeply attuned to their audience.

With a 360-degree stage, live instrumentation, and performances that balanced precision with warmth, TWICE demonstrated how far they’ve come since debut. As ONCEs filtered out into the Los Angeles night, one thing felt certain—this tour isn’t just about scale. It’s about connection, and TWICE have mastered it.