Ashnikko’s “Smoochies” Tour Is a Maximalist Pop Wonderland
Ashnikko brought her electric “Smoochies” tour to The Van Buren on March 18, 2026, turning the sold-out show into an eclectic trinket and fashion wonderland. The show’s set included hits such as “Slumber Party,” performed live with Princess Nokia, and “Daisy,” while also highlighting songs from the touring album Smoochies. From the moment she took the stage, Ashnikko brought a captivating, magnetic presence that never allowed the energy to dip from start to finish.
Rather than a typical show with some good music, Ashnikko and her fans, affectionately called “Smoochies,” turned the concert into a fully immersive event. Fans arrived dressed to the nines, covered in vibrant colors and elaborate accessories. Between the custom hat contest and a trinket trade box at the merch stand, this tour was an experience from doors open to close that extended beyond the show itself.
The stage production added another layer of magic for the audience. A small door positioned at center stage served as Ashnikko’s dramatic entrance point, which she crawled through before launching right into the set. Throughout the night, her two captivating dancers moved props on and offstage, while multiple costume changes kept the visual aspect of the show engaging. Every detail within the show contributed to the feeling of stepping into an entirely new world, one carefully crafted to match Ashnikko’s bold artistic vision.
The audience matched the performer’s intense energy, creating an atmosphere that felt surprisingly intimate despite the venue’s roughly 1,800-person capacity. Exiting the show left me thinking about why we, as fans, love to attend concerts so much. Shows are not only about hearing your favorite songs live, but also about creating community, celebrating creativity, and having the time of our lives at these once-in-a-lifetime events. Ashnikko definitely brings a show that everyone should experience at least once in their lives. It is easy to imagine that an artist with such passion for her art is destined to perform on bigger stages, and we can’t wait to see where Ashnikko’s career takes her next.
