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Wango Tango 2025 Brings Star Power to Huntington Beach

Concertgoers at Wango Tango 2025 enjoying an unforgettable beach experience.

News Summary

KISS-FM’s Wango Tango returned on May 10, 2025, at Huntington City Beach, featuring an impressive lineup and a vibrant atmosphere. The event faced challenges with crowd management and logistics but was highlighted by memorable performances from Gwen Stefani, Doja Cat, and K-pop groups. Despite the location change from Dignity Health Sports Park, the excitement for future events remained strong among attendees, who appreciated the festive beach experience.

Huntington Beach Hosts KISS-FM’s Wango Tango 2025

KISS-FM’s Wango Tango returned on Saturday, May 10, 2025, bringing a star-studded lineup and vibrant beach vibes to Huntington City Beach. This year’s event marked a significant venue change from the previously utilized Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, which hosted the concert back in 2019.

The shift in location influenced both the atmosphere and crowd size, given the past concert was held prior to the pandemic. Attendees at Huntington City Beach were advised to bring their own beach towels for seating, contributing to the distinctive beach experience.

Weather Conditions and Crowd Management

Temperatures during the event soared between 90 to over 100 degrees across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, making it a hot day for concertgoers. However, confusion around the event logistics arose due to a lack of signage indicating stage and entrance locations on the beach. Compounding these issues, limited parking was also a challenge, worsened by concurrent events in the area, including a surf competition and volleyball tournament.

Concerns regarding security and safety were highlighted after several concertgoers jumped over barricades, eager to get closer to their favorite performers. Despite these challenges, enthusiasm among the audience remained high, particularly when local superstar Gwen Stefani took the stage.

Star-Studded Performances

Sparking excitement as a hometown hero, Stefani performed an energetic set that included her classic hits like “The Sweet Escape,” “Just a Girl,” and “Hollaback Girl.” Throughout her performance, she expressed her fondness for her Orange County roots, further energizing the crowd.

Other major acts included Doja Cat, Meghan Trainor, and acclaimed DJ David Guetta. Doja Cat enthralled the audience with popular tracks such as “Kiss Me More,” “Say So,” and “Paint The Town Red.” Meanwhile, Meghan Trainor showcased a variety of her songs, closing her performance with the hit “Made You Look.”

K-Pop Takes the Stage

A notable feature of Wango Tango 2025 was the significant presence of K-pop acts, with five out of nine performing groups hailing from the genre. One of the highlights was the performance by Hearts2Hearts, who debuted in the U.S. live. Katseye, a girl group from Los Angeles, encountered a minor technical difficulty at the start of their set but managed to deliver an engaging performance of their song “Gnarly.”

Fashion and Audience Experience

The red carpet at Wango Tango displayed a diverse array of fashion, with Gwen Stefani donning a silk green crop jacket, Meghan Trainor in a ruched miniskirt, and Doja Cat showcasing an icy blue mesh dress.

Overall, the new beach location for Wango Tango 2025 yielded mixed reviews, particularly concerning crowd management and accessibility. While the atmosphere was festive, logistical challenges prompted several attendees to express their disappointment regarding organization.

As the event concluded, the excitement for future Wango Tango festivals remains, as music lovers look forward to another day filled with star performances and beach fun.