Stray Kids Members & STAY Guide: Songs, RUN IT Tour and 2026 Updates
Stray Kids are an eight-member K-pop group under JYP Entertainment, and their fans are called STAY. Their music mixes forceful rap, big choruses and restless changes of pace. For a first listen, try “God’s Menu,” “Back Door” and “MANIAC”; for current activity, the remaining RUN IT JAPAN dates and their September 2026 releases are the places to start.
By Kpop From Seoul · Updated October 3, 2026 (KST). Japanese event dates use the local calendar. The four photographs below are real archival video stills, with dates and credits.
Stray Kids at a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| How many members? | Eight: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, HAN, Felix, Seungmin and I.N |
| When did they debut? | March 26, 2018, with I am NOT and “District 9” |
| Agency | JYP Entertainment |
| Fandom | STAY |
| What does SKZ mean? | The shortened form of Stray Kids |
| What is 3RACHA? | The production team of Bang Chan, Changbin and HAN |
The debut date matters when reading older profiles: a pre-debut album and the 2017 television show came before their official March 2018 debut. JYP’s current profile lists eight members.
Meet the members through their solo songs
Eight names are easier to learn when each one has a song attached. The solo tracks included on 合 (HOP) give you that route. Play a few, then return to a group song and listen for the voices you recognize.
| Member / Korean name | Birthday | Solo track on HOP |
|---|---|---|
| Bang Chan / 방찬 | October 3, 1997 | “Railway” |
| Lee Know / 리노 | October 25, 1998 | “Youth” |
| Changbin / 창빈 | August 11, 1999 | “ULTRA” |
| Hyunjin / 현진 | March 20, 2000 | “So Good” |
| HAN / 한 | September 14, 2000 | “Hold my hand” |
| Felix / 필릭스 | September 15, 2000 | “Unfair” |
| Seungmin / 승민 | September 22, 2000 | “As we are” |
| I.N / 아이엔 | February 8, 2001 | “HALLUCINATION” |
Bang Chan, Changbin and HAN also form 3RACHA. Their work is one reason to read the credits as well as the track list: the connection between performers and songwriters is visible across the catalog.
Five songs for your first Stray Kids playlist
This is a listening route, rather than a chart ranking. All five videos are collected on the official JYP video page.
- “God’s Menu” — Begin here for the group’s brisk rap exchanges and sharp changes in delivery. Watch the performance as well as the music video.
- “Back Door” — A good second stop when you want a groove you can follow immediately. Pay attention to the way the chorus and choreography work together.
- “MANIAC” — Try this if the first two tracks feel overwhelming. Its central hook gives you something familiar to return to between sections.
- “Chk Chk Boom” — A compact introduction to their 2024 material. Compare its pace with the earlier singles.
- “This & That” — Move to their August 2026 release after the classics, so the guide brings you up to the current catalog.
Recent releases: the group, Felix and 3RACHA
“11월 11일” — literally “November 11” — was released on September 10, 2026 as a Pepero collaboration digital single. JYP credits HAN with lyrics and co-composition and describes a band-based sound. The title refers to Pepero Day; it is not the release date.
Two other official notices give useful branches from the group’s music: Felix’s “Slow It Down” was announced as released online on September 1, and EPIK HIGH’s “EPIKISM (feat. Crush)” was announced on September 17 with co-writing and composition by 3RACHA. The latter is an EPIK HIGH release, so look for their artist name when searching.
Upcoming tour dates and fan activities
As of October 3, the official RUN IT JAPAN site lists the following remaining date blocks. Its Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka dates in August and September are already in the past.
| Date / window | Activity | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2026 | RUN IT JAPAN — Fukuoka | Official tour site: schedule and ticket sections |
| November 6–8, 2026 | RUN IT JAPAN — Tokyo | Official tour site: schedule and ticket sections |
| October 6, 3 p.m.–October 14, 11:59 p.m. KST | 2027 Season’s Greetings Paper Tale preorder | JYP announcement; merchandise, not a concert |
| Through October 13, 2026 | SKZ AREA CONNECT — SUNTORY collaboration | Official project page for locations and details |
| Through November 8, 2026 | SKZ AREA CONNECT — LaLaport / LAZONA collaboration | Official project page for the participating venues |
For tickets, check the official page for the current application stage, eligibility and availability. A listed concert date does not mean seats are still on sale. SKZ AREA CONNECT is a tour-linked collaboration project; its activities should not be read as appearances by the members.
Where STAY can follow official updates
Start with the JYP notice board, then use the Stray Kids community on FANS for fan-club notices. Japanese fan-club and tour information is linked from the official Japanese website, including STAY JAPAN and STAY JAPAN MOBILE.
For video content, the group’s official YouTube channel and JYP’s video catalog are useful starting points. Paid membership and ticket access have their own rules. STAY’s fandom name alone does not establish eligibility for a specific event.
Three quick questions
Is SKZ a different group?
No. SKZ is the shortened name for Stray Kids.
Is 3RACHA the full group?
No. It is Bang Chan, Changbin and HAN’s production team within the eight-member group.
Does “11월 11일” come out in November?
The song was released September 10, 2026. November 11 is the date named in the title and the Pepero Day collaboration theme.
Sources and related guides
Checked October 3, 2026: official member profiles; I am NOT debut details; HOP and solo tracks; 11월 11일; Felix release notice; 3RACHA collaboration notice; STAY fan-club notice. Tour, merchandise and collaboration pages are linked beside their dates. Organizers may update schedules.
Read next: our TWICE and ONCE beginner guide or BTS and ARMY introduction.
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