Permission to dance once again — BTS Unveils Schedule for Their Massive Global Tour, officially confirming the long-awaited return of the K-pop phenomenon. On Tuesday, January 13, the global supergroup BTS announced plans for a sprawling world tour set to run throughout 2026 and 2027, igniting excitement among fans worldwide.
A Global Journey Begins in South Korea
The upcoming tour will launch on April 9 in Goyang, South Korea, marking BTS’s triumphant return to the stage after an extended hiatus. From there, the group will head to Tokyo before crossing the Pacific for their first U.S. shows later in April. American fans can catch the opening North American concerts on April 25 and 26 in Tampa, Florida, while the U.S. leg will wrap up with a major four-night stand in Los Angeles this September.
79 Shows Across 34 Regions Worldwide
According to the official announcement, the tour will span an impressive 34 global regions and feature 79 total concerts. Beyond stops in South Korea, Japan, and North America, the seven-member group will perform in countries including Mexico, Spain, the United Kingdom, Colombia, Brazil, and Malaysia. Looking ahead to 2027, additional shows are already scheduled for Australia, Hong Kong, and the Philippines — signaling just how massive this global trek will be.
New Album Arriving Ahead of the Tour
The tour news follows closely behind another major announcement. On January 4, BTS revealed that their fifth studio album — currently untitled — will be released on March 20 and will include 14 tracks. The group described the project as deeply personal, shaped by each member’s reflections and creative input as they reunited following individual journeys.
A Long-Awaited Reunion After Hiatus
Fans have been eagerly counting down to BTS’s return after the group paused activities to complete mandatory military service and focus on solo projects. Jung Kook previously hinted that this comeback would be meaningful, sharing his thoughts in a December interview with Elle Korea. “I think this spring will be more important than ever,” he said, encouraging fans to look forward to what lies ahead.
With a new album on the horizon and a globe-spanning tour officially confirmed, BTS’s next chapter is shaping up to be one of the biggest moments in pop music — and ARMYs around the world are ready.
