2026 Waterbomb Fancam Guide — KISS OF LIFE, Sunmi, and Lee Young-ji: Female Artists' Water Stage Highlights

When summer arrives, there is a stage that K-pop fans eagerly wait for. It is WATERBOMB. The live performances unfolding amidst a barrage of water generate so much buzz every year that it is called a 'fancam holy land'. The 2026 WATERBOMB returns, starting in Seoul in July. Here is a roundup of which female artists will be taking the water stage this time, and how best to enjoy their fancams. Why WATERBOMB Fancams Are Special Unlike regular music show fancams, WATERBOMB stages are live performances infused with water, sweat, and the summer sun, revealing the raw energy of the performance. From unwavering choreography while getting hit with water, to the interaction with the audience, and expressive facial acting — an artist's 'true skills' are compressed into a short stage. That is why, after WATERBOMB ends, fancams of specific stages repeatedly become hot topics for days. 2026 WATERBOMB Seoul, Female Artists to Watch 2026 WATERBOMB Seoul will be held outdoors at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang for three days from July 24 to 26. Among the revealed lineup, the female artists to watch for their stages and performances are as follows. KISS OF LIFE — A group that will add refreshing energy to the water stage with their solid live vocals and dynamic performances. Sunmi — An artist so strong on this stage that she is called a 'WATERBOMB Legend'. She has been revealed for the Sunday (July 26) stage. Lee Young Ji — Revealed for the July 24 stage. Her unique stage presence is a key point to watch. WATERBOMB Seoul has a different lineup for each date, and the lineups are revealed sequentially. The lineups for Busan (August 8) and Sokcho (August 22) will be announced separately, so be sure to check the official channels for the appearance dates of the artists you want to see. How to Enjoy the Fancams Even if you can't go to the venue, you can fully enjoy WATERBOMB fancams. This is because right after the festival, various media outlets and fancam channels upload full-cam videos of each stage. There are three key points to watch. First, choreography maintenance during the water barrage — whether their movements remain steady despite getting hit with water. Second, facial expressions and eye contact with the camera — this dictates the immersion level of the fancam. Third, harmony with the audience's sing-alongs — the moment the stage and the audience become one remains a legendary scene. If you are planning to visit the venue, transportation and essentials for each host city (Goyang KINTEX, Busan, Sokcho) have been organized in the 'WATERBOMB' outing guide. As long as you pack a water gun and a waterproof pack well, you can experience the stage you've only seen through fancams right before your eyes. ※ Schedules and lineups are based on information released for 2026 and are subject to change according to official announcements.