Ticketmaster Releases Additional BTS Tickets at Face Value

Move aims to curb scalping and give more fans fair access to highly sought-after concert tickets.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:10pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of glittering, reflective BTS concert tickets under dramatic studio lighting, capturing the luxurious, high-fashion glamour of the K-pop sensation.The release of additional face-value BTS tickets aims to curb the scalping and inflated resale prices that have plagued the group's highly anticipated 'ARIRANG' World Tour.El Paso Today

Ticketmaster has announced the release of additional face-value tickets for BTS's 'ARIRANG' World Tour, which had previously sold out rapidly. The new tickets will be allocated through a request-based system, designed to provide more fans with fair access and reduce reliance on the resale market where prices can surge.

Why it matters

BTS commands an enormous global fanbase, and their tours routinely sell out in minutes, leading to widespread issues with ticket scalping and inflated resale prices. Ticketmaster's move to release more face-value tickets aims to address these problems and give more fans the opportunity to attend the concerts at the original prices.

The details

The additional BTS tickets will be available for request starting on Monday, April 13 at 1 p.m. MT (2 p.m. CT). Unlike a traditional first-come, first-served sale, the request-based system will give all fans an equal chance of being selected, regardless of when they submit their request during the designated window. Ticketmaster says this initiative is part of a broader effort to curb scalping and prevent exploitation of the ticketing system.

  • The additional BTS tickets will be available for request starting on Monday, April 13 at 1 p.m. MT (2 p.m. CT).
  • BTS's 'ARIRANG' World Tour includes two shows in El Paso, Texas on May 2 and May 3 at the Sun Bowl Stadium.

The players

Ticketmaster

A major ticket sales and distribution company that is releasing additional face-value tickets for BTS's 'ARIRANG' World Tour.

BTS

A globally popular K-pop group whose 'ARIRANG' World Tour has generated unprecedented demand for tickets.

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What’s next

Fans can begin submitting requests for the newly released BTS tickets starting on Monday, April 13 at 1 p.m. MT (2 p.m. CT).

The takeaway

Ticketmaster's initiative to release additional face-value BTS tickets is a proactive step to address the widespread issues of ticket scalping and inflated resale prices that have plagued major tours. This move aims to give more fans fair access to see the highly sought-after K-pop group perform live.