BE:FIRST has been announced as part of the lineup for FM802's outdoor music festival "MEET THE WORLD BEAT 2026," set to take place on May 23rd at Osaka's Expo Commemoration Park.

The seven-member boy group will share the stage with a diverse mix of Japanese artists, including rock band Remioromen, singer-songwriter aimyon, pop-rock group DISH//, comedy duo Maka-aron (γƒžγ‚«γˆγ‚“), and other performers at the natural cultural garden's Momiji River lawn area.

FM802's MEET THE WORLD BEAT has become a significant platform for both established and emerging Japanese artists. For BE:FIRST, this represents another major festival appearance as they continue building their presence in Japan's music scene. The group, formed through the survival audition show "The First" in 2021, has been steadily gaining recognition with their blend of pop, hip-hop, and R&B influences.

The festival's outdoor setting at Expo Commemoration Park provides a unique atmosphere for live performances, with the natural surroundings of the cultural garden creating an intimate yet expansive venue for thousands of attendees. The event typically draws music fans from across the Kansai region and beyond.

Ticket information and additional lineup details are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as the May event date approaches.