BTS Arirang World Tour: A Monumental Live Trek with BTS
BTS is gearing up for their highly anticipated Arirang World Tour, which promises to be a monumental live trek for the global pop sensation. The tour, initially announced with 79 shows across 34 regions in five continents, has already expanded with additional U.S. dates in Tampa, Florida, and Stanford, California. The tour will kick off in Goyang, South Korea, on April 9, 2026, and will continue throughout 2027, with more cities to be announced soon in Japan, the Middle East, and beyond.
The Arirang World Tour marks BTS' first live concert series since the Permission to Dance on Stage tour, which featured mini-residencies in Seoul, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas in 2021 and 2022. To make this tour special, a dream setlist has been crafted with 23 songs in the main set and four in the encore, showcasing the group's career arc, solo performances, and stadium-sized singalongs.
The setlist includes a mix of BTS' iconic hits and solo performances by members who embarked on their own solo tours during the group's hiatus. Songs like "Not Today," "IDOL," and "Blood, Sweat & Tears" set the stage for a high-energy performance, while solo sections for Jimin, V, and Jung Kook add a personal touch to the concert experience. The setlist also features fan-favorite tracks like "Dope," "I Need U," and "Run BTS," creating a nostalgic and celebratory atmosphere for both the band and their fans.
RM's multi-genre solo performances, including songs like "LOST!" and "Wildflower," add depth and variety to the setlist, while collaborative tracks like "My Universe" with Coldplay and Jin's "The Astronaut" bring a celestial vibe to the concert. The setlist culminates with crowd-pleasers like "Dynamite," "Butter," and "Boy With Luv," ensuring a lively and joyous finale for both the band and the audience.
In addition to the main setlist, BTS plans to surprise fans with live medleys of B-sides and deep cuts, offering a unique concert experience for each show. With a mix of old favorites and new surprises, the Arirang World Tour promises to be the biggest and greatest BTS show to date, showcasing the group's evolution and musical prowess. Get ready for an unforgettable live experience with BTS on their historic world tour.