[3][4] On June 13, 2024, SM Entertainment announced to Korean media that NCT 127 were preparing to release their sixth studio album in July.

[5] On June 24, NCT 127 officially announced the title and release date of their album Walk and its lead single of the same name.

[6] On June 25, a trailer video titled "Walking Club 127" was released,[7] followed by teaser photos showcasing the concept of the album.

[8] On June 27, the group released a video series called On The Beat: Podcast where the members discussed the album.

[13] On July 15, NCT 127 held the "Walk Daily Magazine Launch Party", a live event to commemorate and discuss album's release.