US EditionBTS ARIRANG World Tour: What To Expect For New Fans And Old
- On Thursday, April 9, 2026, BTS launched their 'ARIRANG' World Tour at Goyang Stadium in South Korea, performing a 23-song set for thousands of fans despite heavy rain.
- Marking their first major tour since completing mandatory military service, the seven-member group launched what is billed as the biggest K-pop tour to date, spanning 34 cities and 82 concerts through March 2027.
- HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk said the group prioritized vocal delivery over physically demanding routines, though some fans expressed disappointment online regarding reduced choreography and fewer dance-heavy sequences.
- Following the 'ARIRANG' album's success topping the Billboard 200 chart for two weeks, analysts project revenues of up to 2.7 trillion won for the tour, rivaling record-breaking global acts.
- With two additional Goyang shows scheduled for tomorrow and Sunday, BTS will perform at Tokyo Dome in Japan on April 17 and 18 before expanding to North America, Asia, and Australia.
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BTS fans flood Goyang ahead of 2nd night of 'ARIRANG' tour
Hours before showtime, the area around Goyang Stadium was already heaving with fans Saturday, as K-pop juggernaut BTS prepared to launch its new world tour, transforming the venue's outer grounds into a sea of purple, flashes of red and black tied to the group's latest album, "ARIRANG." Fans crowded around the stadium's exterior, taking photos, filming videos and adjusting outfits in the band's signature colors. Some held banners and light stick…
Kapuso stars and personalities watch BTS's concert in Goyang, South Korea
Korean supergroup BTS officially kicked off their "Arirang World Tour" on April 9 in Goyang, South Korea. Among the Pinoy celebrities who attended the first day of the much-awaited concert were Sparkle stars Shaira Diaz and her husband, EA Guzman, actress Megan Young, and Kapuso reporters Mariz Umali and Raffy Tima. These personalities shared their wonderful experience at the event on their respective social media accounts. Check out these celeb…
What You Missed at BTS’ ‘Arirang’ Concert at Goyang Stadium in South Korea
BTS kicked off their ‘Arirang’ tour at Goyang Stadium in South Korea, and we’re showing you what you missed on opening night! Tetris Kelly: BTS just took over Goyang Stadium in Seoul, and everything was fire, even in the rain. Fans flew from all over the world to catch a glimpse of the reunion. Fan 1: I’m from Melbourne, Australia. Fan 2: I’m from China. Fan 3: You know, we connect with each other. Fan 1: And I’m an old A…
Watch BTS debut 'ARIRANG' songs as they kick off 2026 world stadium tour at Goyang Stadium
BTS kicked off their huge 2026 and 2027 world tour at Goyang Stadium in South Korea, and broke out tracks from ‘ARIRANG’ for the first time. Check out the footage and setlist below. READ MORE: The dream BTS setlist: what the K-pop kings should play on their new world tour These shows are the first tour dates from the K-Pop giants in three years and will see them cover 34 regions with 79 live shows, marking their biggest tour yet. Before kicking…
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