BTS are back together and on the road. After all seven members completed their military service, the group released their fifth studio album, ARIRANG, on 20 March 2026, and began their ARIRANG World Tour on 9 April 2026 in Goyang, South Korea.
It is one of the biggest tours in the world this year, with more than 80 shows across five continents. Here are the remaining dates, the Asia leg, and what it means for ARMY in India.
BTS ARIRANG at a glance
Album: ARIRANG, released 20 March 2026
Comeback event: BTS The Comeback Live | ARIRANG, Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul, 21 March 2026
Tour start: 9 April 2026, Goyang, South Korea
Size: more than 80 shows in over 30 cities
Hot 100 No. 1: Swim reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in April 2026
Remaining BTS tour dates: October to December 2026
South America
1. 16 and 17 October: Santiago, Chile
2. 23 and 24 October: Buenos Aires, Argentina
3. 28, 30 and 31 October: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Asia
1. 19, 21 and 22 November: Kaohsiung, Taiwan
2. 3, 5 and 6 December: Bangkok, Thailand
3. 12 and 13 December: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
4. 17, 19, 20 and 22 December: Singapore
5. 26 and 27 December: Jakarta, Indonesia
BTS tour dates in 2027
1. 12 and 13 February: Melbourne, Australia
2. 20 and 21 February: Sydney, Australia
3. 4, 6 and 7 March: Hong Kong
4. 13 and 14 March: Manila, Philippines
More Japan and Middle East dates have been reported as being planned. Follow BTS's official channels and Weverse for announcements.
Is BTS coming to India?
Not on the current schedule. India is not one of the announced cities on the ARIRANG World Tour.
For Indian ARMY, the closest shows are in Southeast Asia. Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Jakarta are all short, direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata, and the December dates line up with the winter holidays.
How to watch BTS live in India
1. Cinema live viewings. BTS concerts from this tour have been screened in Indian cinemas, including PVR INOX, with tickets on BookMyShow. Watch for announcements of further screenings.
2. Weverse. Official livestreams and concert films are usually sold through Weverse.
Tips for buying BTS tickets abroad
1. Register for ARMY membership presales, which usually open before general sale.
2. Buy only from the official ticketing partner for each country. Fake tickets are common for BTS shows.
3. Check visa rules. Thailand and Malaysia have offered easy entry for Indian travellers, but rules change, so check before you book.
4. Book flights and stays early, especially for Singapore over Christmas.
The setlist: what to expect
Expect songs from ARIRANG, including Swim, alongside fan favourites from across BTS's career, such as Dynamite, Butter and Boy With Luv. Exact setlists vary by city.
See the most streamed songs and artists in Spotify history, where BTS are the most streamed group, at https://mediamarvels.in/blog/most-streamed-songs-on-spotify-all-time, and follow K-pop on our global trends page at https://mediamarvels.in/trends/global.
BTS world tour: FAQs
When did the BTS ARIRANG World Tour start?
9 April 2026, in Goyang, South Korea.
Is BTS performing in India in 2026?
No. India is not on the announced tour schedule.
What are the nearest BTS concerts to India?
Bangkok (December), Kuala Lumpur (December), Singapore (December) and Jakarta (December 2026).
When was BTS's album ARIRANG released?
20 March 2026.
When does the BTS tour end?
The last announced dates are in Manila on 13 and 14 March 2027.
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