Global K-pop icons BTS are officially back — and they’re celebrating in the biggest way possible.
To mark their first full-group comeback after military service in 3 years and 9 months, BTS will hold a massive free concert at Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul. Here’s everything international ARMYs need to know
When Is the BTS Comeback Concert?
The special event, titled “BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE｜ARIRANG”, will take place:
March 21 8:00 PM (KST)
Gwanghwamun Plaza, Seoul
The concert celebrates the release of BTS’s 5th full-length album ARIRANG.
How to Get Free Tickets
According to Big Hit Music, ticket reservations begin:
February 23 at 8:00 PM (KST)
There are two ways to attend:
General Free Tickets (Open to Everyone)
- Available via NOL Ticket
- No special conditions required
- First-come, first-served system
- Full instructions released Feb 20 via Weverse & NOL Ticket
ARMY Membership Lottery (Weverse Global)
- For official ARMY membership holders
- Must purchase the album during the entry period
- Winners selected via lottery
- Detailed announcement posted on Weverse
Massive 34,000-Seat Setup in the Heart of Seoul
The stage is currently being discussed for installation at the northern entrance of Gwanghwamun Plaza, across from the historic Woldae area.
Planned seating capacity:
- 17,000 main seats
- 17,000 side-view seats
Total: 34,000 seats
This will be one of the largest free K-pop comeback showcases ever held in central Seoul.
Netflix to Livestream in 190+ Countries
In a groundbreaking move, Netflix will exclusively livestream the concert across 190+ countries.
This marks:
The first time Netflix has ever livestreamed a single artist’s concert
For global ARMYs who can’t fly to Seoul — this is your front-row ticket.
BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SEOUL (March 20 – April 12)
Starting one day before the concert, BTS will also launch:
“BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SEOUL”
From March 20 to April 12, fans can experience:
- Interactive music & media installations
- City-wide ARIRANG-themed visuals
- Immersive pop-up experiences across Seoul
The event transforms Seoul into a full BTS cultural festival.
Why This Comeback Matters
This isn’t just another concert.
It’s:
- BTS’s first complete-group performance after military service
- The launch of their new era with ARIRANG
- A historic free public concert in Korea’s symbolic heart
- Netflix’s first-ever live concert partnership
The emotional weight + cultural scale = global moment.
KOREA FBI Editor’s Comment
BTS returning as seven in Gwanghwamun — the political and historical center of Korea — is more than symbolic. It represents reunion, resilience, and a new chapter not only for the group but for K-pop’s global narrative.
Expect record-breaking traffic, emotional speeches, and one of 2026’s most talked-about live music events.
ARMY, February 23 is your date. Set your alarms.
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