Fans of the iconic five-member K-pop powerhouse Red Velvet have received the ultimate summer surprise.
On July 15, 2026, the group officially announced the highly anticipated return of their signature variety program, “Level Up Project.”
Marking the show’s sixth season, the upcoming broadcast is set to showcase the members’ enduring sisterhood, sharp variety skills, and natural, unscripted chemistry.
The announcement was paired with an eye-catching group poster for “Level Up Project 6,” instantly sending waves of excitement through the global music community and the group’s dedicated fandom, ReVeluv.
First launched back in 2017, the reality series has served as a beloved staple of Red Velvet’s promotional history.
Throughout its run, the program has consistently captured the hearts of viewers by stripping away the polished, high-production shine of stage performances to reveal the members’ authentic personalities.
Whether traveling abroad, trying local delicacies, or bickering over silly games, Irene, Seulgi, Wendy, Joy, and Yeri have established a reputation for top-tier entertainment.
Now, returning after a prolonged hiatus of approximately four years, the brand-new season aims to celebrate a massive milestone: the group’s 12th anniversary since their game-changing debut in 2014.
Team-Building, Special Vacations, and the Celebration of a 12-Year Bond
According to the official production details, “Level Up Project 6” will shift its focus toward celebrating the incredible journey the quintet has shared over the past twelve years.
In this upcoming installment, viewers will watch the members enjoy a specialized, action-packed one-day vacation.
Rather than a standard, slow-paced holiday, the itinerary is packed with unique team-building missions designed to test their legendary group dynamic.
The production team has teased that the upcoming episodes will highlight the contrast between the members’ seasoned professionalism as 12-year industry veterans and their chaotic, charmingly competitive real-life personalities.
Through these physical and mental challenges, the show is expected to offer a precious, rare look at the group’s current teamwork, matured variety show instincts, and deeply honest personal reflections.
It is this balance of comedic chaos and heartfelt, candid conversations that has defined the series’ legacy, and Season 6 promises to deliver those elements in abundance.
Synergizing a Massive Summer Comeback with Global Broadcast Schedules
The timing of the variety show’s release could not be more perfect for fans.
Red Velvet is currently in the middle of preparing for a major musical return.
The group is scheduled to drop their highly anticipated summer mini-album, titled “Velvet Summer,” on August 3, 2026.
Historically, Red Velvet has reigned as the undisputed “Queens of Summer” with legendary seasonal anthems, making the double-header of a brand-new album and a accompanying reality show an incredibly lucrative treat for fans.
The content rollout is designed to build immense momentum, allowing the music promotions to seamlessly transition into the broadcast schedule of the show.
For fans eager to tune in, “Level Up Project 6” will feature a total of three episodes.
The series is scheduled to premiere on August 14, 2026, with brand-new episodes releasing every Friday evening at 8 p.m. KST.
The show will be broadcast through the television network Mnet as well as the popular Korean streaming platform Wavve.
Recognizing their massive international audience, the organizers have also made accessible viewing plans for global supporters.
Each episode of “Level Up Project 6” will be uploaded directly to Red Velvet’s official, verified YouTube channel exactly one week after its initial broadcast on Mnet and Wavve.
This strategic delay ensures that fans from all corners of the globe can experience the group’s summer adventures with ease, completely free of charge.
