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BTS Announce 'The City ARIRANG' Festivals in Las Vegas and Busan
The K-pop superstars will host citywide celebrations as part of their ongoing 'ARIRANG' world tour.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 11:34am
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BTS's upcoming 'The City ARIRANG' festivals will transform Las Vegas and Busan into immersive celebrations of the K-pop group's music and global influence.Las Vegas TodayBTS are set to host large-scale, citywide festivals in Las Vegas and Busan as part of their ongoing 'ARIRANG' world tour. The 'The City Las Vegas' event will run from May 20 to May 31 in Nevada, while 'The City Busan' is planned for a later date in the South Korean port city.
Why it matters
As one of the world's biggest musical acts, BTS's decision to host these immersive, city-spanning festivals marks a new level of ambition and scale for their live events. The festivals will allow the group to further connect with their global fanbase through unique local experiences.
The details
The 'The City Las Vegas' festival in Nevada will feature a wide range of music performances, cultural exhibits, fan events, and other activities spread across the city. Similarly, the 'The City Busan' event in South Korea will bring the BTS experience to the group's home country with a similar multi-faceted celebration.
- The 'The City Las Vegas' festival will run from May 20 to May 31, 2026.
- The 'The City Busan' festival is planned for a later date in 2026, though the specific timing has not yet been announced.
The players
BTS
A popular South Korean boy band and one of the world's biggest musical acts, known for their massive global fanbase and innovative live performances.
What they’re saying
“We're thrilled to bring the BTS experience directly to our fans in Las Vegas and Busan through these citywide festivals. It's a chance for us to connect with our ARMY in new and immersive ways.”
— RM, BTS Member
What’s next
BTS will continue promoting their 'ARIRANG' world tour, with the 'The City Las Vegas' festival serving as a major highlight in May 2026. Details on the 'The City Busan' event in their home country are expected to be announced in the coming months.
The takeaway
BTS's ambitious plans to host large-scale, city-spanning festivals in major global markets like Las Vegas and Busan demonstrate the group's ability to create innovative live experiences that deepen their connection with their passionate worldwide fanbase.
