In a monumental announcement that has ignited the global music industry, BTS have officially unveiled their 2026 World Tour. Confirmed via the fan-engagement platform Weverse on Tuesday night, the tour marks a historic return to the stage for the septet. This announcement concludes a four-year touring hiatus, during which the members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—fulfilled their national military obligations and pursued successful solo ventures.
A Landmark Achievement in K-pop History
The scale of the upcoming tour is unprecedented. Spanning 34 cities across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, the itinerary includes 79 confirmed performances. This ambitious schedule sets a new record for the most extensive solo tour ever undertaken by a K-pop group, reflecting the astronomical demand for the group’s live reunion.
The global odyssey is set to commence on 9 April 2026 at the Goyang Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. This domestic launch will serve as a high-octane prelude to their international dates, which begin later that month.
Strategic Tour Schedule and Regional Legs
The tour has been meticulously structured into regional phases, with North America receiving the most significant concentration of dates. Following the South Korean opener, the group will travel to Florida to initiate the North American leg on 25 April.
| Region | Total Cities | Total Shows | Notable Stops |
| South Korea | 1 | (Opening) | Goyang Sports Complex |
| North America | 12 | 28 | Florida, Los Angeles, New York |
| Europe | 5 | 10 | London, Paris |
| South America | 5 | TBA | São Paulo, Buenos Aires |
| Asia (Regional) | 11 | TBA | Tokyo, Bangkok, Singapore |
The New Album: A Creative Resurgence
The world tour is designed to support the group’s first full-length collective album in nearly four years, scheduled for release on 20 March 2026. This musical project is expected to be a watershed moment for the group, blending their signature pop-heavy sound with the individual artistic growth the members achieved during their hiatus.
The last time BTS performed a full-scale residency was the 2022 “Permission to Dance on Stage” in Las Vegas. Given the four-year gap and the global expansion of their fanbase since then, ticket demand is anticipated to break previous industry records. For millions of fans, the 2026 tour represents the definitive homecoming of the “Kings of K-pop.”