Written By: Eram Shaikh
Published: April 15, 2026

BTS is back on tour. After completing mandatory military service, all seven members reunited for the ARIRANG World Tour, which kicked off on April 9, 2026, at Goyang Stadium in South Korea.

The tour spans 79 shows across 34 cities in 23 countries, running through March 14, 2027

This article covers the latest confirmed setlist, rotating surprise songs, key tour dates, and what you can expect at a live show. 

BTS World Tour 2026 Setlist

Here is the confirmed setlist from the ARIRANG World Tour opening night at Goyang Stadium, April 9, 2026.

OrderSongAlbumSegment
1HooliganARIRANG (2026)Act 1
2AliensARIRANG (2026)Act 1
3Run BTS (Remix)Proof (2022)Act 1
4they don’t know ’bout us (live debut)ARIRANG (2026)Act 1
5Like AnimalsARIRANG (2026)Act 1
6FAKE LOVE (Remix)LOVE YOURSELF: Tear (2018)Act 1
7SWIMARIRANG (2026)Act 1
8Merry Go Round (live debut)ARIRANG (2026)Act 1
92.0ARIRANG (2026)Act 2
10NORMALARIRANG (2026)Act 2
11Not Today (Remix)You Never Walk Alone (2017)Act 2
12MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)Love Yourself: Her – Single (2017)Act 2
13FYAARIRANG (2026)Act 2
14Fire (Remix)The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever (2016)Act 2
15Body to BodyARIRANG (2026)Act 2
16IDOL (Remix)LOVE YOURSELF: Answer (2018)Act 2
17Come Over (live debut)ARIRANG (2026)Encore
18ButterButter (2021)Encore
19DynamiteDynamite (2020)Encore
20MikrokosmosMap of the Soul: Persona (2019)Encore
21I Need UThe Most Beautiful Moment, Pt. 1 (2015)Encore
22Please (live debut)ARIRANG (2026)Encore
23Into the Sun (live debut)ARIRANG (2026)Encore

Note: This setlist is based on the confirmed opening concert. It does not represent all shows throughout the tour, as song selections may change across cities. Check Weverse for updates after each show.

BTS World Tour 2026 Setlist
Image Source: South China Morning Post

The setlist spans over a decade of BTS’s discography, blending ARIRANG cuts with iconic hits fans have waited years to hear live again.

BTS 2026 Surprise Songs & Rotating Tracks

BTS swaps two songs each night, meaning every show holds something different from the night before.

CityShow DateRotating / Surprise Tracks
Goyang, Night 1April 9, 2026Mikrokosmos, I Need U
Goyang, Night 2April 11, 2026Take Two, DNA
TokyoApril 17, 18TBC (check Weverse post-show)
TampaApril 25, 26, 28TBC (check Weverse post-show)

At the second Goyang show, Take Two and DNA replaced Mikrokosmos, and I Need U, confirming two encore slots rotate nightly. 

BTS 2026 Surprise Songs & Rotating Tracks
Image Source: CNN

Fan-favorite throwbacks from across BTS’s catalog are in play each night. BTS posts the confirmed rotating tracks on official channels after every performance.

BTS World Tour 2026 Dates and Countries List

The ARIRANG World Tour covers major stops across Asia, Europe, North America, and South America, running from April 2026 through March 14, 2027.

CityCountryVenueDates
GoyangSouth KoreaGoyang StadiumApr 9, 11, 12
TokyoJapanTokyo DomeApr 17, 18
TampaUSARaymond James StadiumApr 25, 26, 28
El PasoUSASun Bowl StadiumMay 2, 3
Mexico CityMexicoEstadio GNP SegurosMay 7, 9, 10
StanfordUSAStanford StadiumMay 16, 17, 19
Las VegasUSAAllegiant StadiumMay 23, 24, 27
BusanSouth KoreaBusan Asiad Main StadiumJun 12, 13
MadridSpainRiyadh Air MetropolitanoJun 26, 27
BrusselsBelgiumKing Baudouin StadiumJul 1, 2
LondonUKTottenham Hotspur StadiumJul 6, 7
MunichGermanyAllianz ArenaJul 11, 12
ParisFranceStade de FranceJul 17, 18
East RutherfordUSAMetLife StadiumAug 1, 2
FoxboroughUSAGillette StadiumAug 5, 6
BaltimoreUSAM&T Bank StadiumAug 10, 11
ArlingtonUSAAT&T StadiumAug 15, 16
TorontoCanadaRogers StadiumAug 22, 23
ChicagoUSASoldier FieldAug 27, 28
Los AngelesUSASoFi StadiumSep 1, 2, 5, 6
BogotáColombiaEstadio El CampínOct 2, 3
LimaPeruEstadio San MarcosOct 7, 9, 10
SantiagoChileEstadio NacionalOct 14, 16, 17
Buenos AiresArgentinaEstadio Único de La PlataOct 21, 23, 24
São PauloBrazilEstádio do MorumBISOct 28, 30, 31
KaohsiungTaiwanTBANov 19, 21, 22
BangkokThailandTBADec 3, 5, 6
Kuala LumpurMalaysiaTBADec 12, 13
SingaporeSingaporeTBADec 17, 19, 20, 22
JakartaIndonesiaTBADec 26, 27

Tickets to concerts in South Korea, North America, and Europe sold out within hours of the pre-sale and general sale. 

BTS World Tour 2026 Dates
Image Source: IBIGHIT

All confirmed dates and venues come directly from the official BTS World Tour page at btsworldtourofficial.com

BTS Tour Experience: Stage, Solo Performances, and Concepts

The ARIRANG World Tour uses a 360-degree stage setup, placing the entire crowd inside the performance. Each show runs approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, split across two acts and an encore. 

BTS Tour Experience
Image Source: The Firstpost

Solo and unit stages are woven into both acts, with standout production moments including the Steve Aoki remix of MIC Drop and the high-energy shift from FYA directly into Fire

The full production features pyrotechnics, stadium-scale LED screens, and a live band. The energy is unrelenting from the first note of “Hooligan” to the closing fireworks behind “Into the Sun.”

Conclusion: The BTS World Tour 2026 Setlist Delivers 23 Songs Across 34 Cities, Worth Every Ticket

The ARIRANG World Tour has confirmed BTS’s return as one of the biggest live acts in the world. 

It spans 79 shows across 23 countries, with a 23-song setlist mixing new ARIRANG tracks with fan favorites like Butter, Dynamite, and FAKE LOVE

For the latest setlist updates, check Weverse and official BTS social media after each show. This is the return ARMY has waited seven years for.

FAQs

What songs will BTS perform in 2026? 

BTS perform a 23-song set including ARIRANG tracks like “Hooligan,” “SWIM,” and “Into the Sun,” plus classics such as “Butter,” “Dynamite,” “FAKE LOVE,” and “Fire.” Note that “Mikrokosmos” and “I Need U” are rotating tracks and may not appear at every show.

Is India on the list of BTS’s 2026 World Tour? 

India does not appear on the current ARIRANG World Tour schedule. Asian stops confirmed so far include Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Monitor Weverse for any new date announcements.

Is BTS going on a world tour in 2026? 

BTS’s ARIRANG World Tour began on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea, and runs through March 14, 2027, across 34 cities in 23 countries, totaling 79 shows.

Is the BTS World Tour 2026 sold out? 

All shows in South Korea, North America, and Europe sold out within hours of going on sale. Select South American and Southeast Asian dates still have tickets available as of April 15, 2026.

About the Author

A lifelong music enthusiast turned stan, Eram started KpopBeen to create a space where the global fandom can stay updated on comebacks, chart rankings, fandom buzz, and everything happening in the K-Pop world. Eram combines deep love for K-Pop with a passion for storytelling that connects fans across the globe. Through KpopBeen, her goal is simple: to celebrate idols, amplify fandom voices, and bring the energy of K-Pop to every fan’s screen. When not writing or curating the latest updates, you’ll find Eram streaming new releases or reliving legendary stages that made K-Pop the global movement it is today.

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