Arirang World Tour Launch
Key Questions
What is the projected economic impact of the Arirang World Tour in Singapore?
The December Singapore concerts are projected to generate $200M–$300M in economic impact. The full tour, expanded to 88 shows in 23 cities, is expected to reach $900M overall.
How many fans attended the European leg of the tour?
The European leg concluded with a total attendance of 717,000. The Paris Stade de France shows alone drew 184,000 fans, marking the largest audience since the tour's debut.
What citywide activations are planned for BTS THE CITY ARIRANG in New York?
New York will feature Rockefeller Center lit in red with the ARIRANG logo, a Top of the Rock takeover with full red decor, Big Bus Tours collaboration, and a Bank of Hope charity stamp rally. A welcome party is scheduled at Marquee on July 31, with fan hub locations announced.
Which brands are partnering for BTS THE CITY ARIRANG New York?
TIRTIR is the official K-beauty partner offering a limited edition 'Perfect Setting Duo' with preorders from July 27-31. Black Tap is also collaborating on activations.
What is the BTS Arte Museum exhibition in New York?
The exhibition at Chelsea Piers runs July 24–Aug 14 and includes immersive digital waterfalls, an ARIRANG CAFE, and larger-than-life installations. It highlights the sentiments of the Korean folk song Arirang.
What updates are there on the Arirang shows in Chile?
Chile approved the trio of sold-out shows after fan protests and revised production plans. October dates are confirmed with pitch protection measures in place.
Who attended the Paris Stade de France concerts?
French President Macron and Brigitte attended the shows. Jimin's custom Dior outfits received presidential attention during the performances.
What is BTS THE CITY ARIRANG London?
BTS announced a citywide celebration in London via official tweet, expanding the event to a new location. It follows the format of other city takeovers tied to the tour.
Tour continues with upcoming December Singapore concerts projected $200M–$300M economic impact. Expanded to 88 shows in 23 cities, $900M impact. European leg concluded with 717,000 total attendance. Paris Stade de France drew 184,000 fans – largest audience since debut; French President Macron and Brigitte attended. Jimin's Dior custom outfits got presidential attention. Jungkook sang traditional 'Arirang' emotionally. BTS THE CITY ARIRANG New York July 24–Aug 3 with MetLife concerts Aug 1-2. New details: Rockefeller Center lit up red with ARIRANG logo, Top of the Rock takeover with full red decor, Big Bus Tours collaboration, Bank of Hope charity stamp rally (formalized partnership, official Weverse notice with event details), documentary screening, and Wembley outfits displayed at Grand Central. Welcome party on July 31 at Marquee. New brand activations: TIRTIR (official K-beauty partner with limited edition 'Perfect Setting Duo', preorder July 27-31, pickup Aug 1-3) and Black Tap partnerships. Fan hub locations announced. New BTS Arte Museum exhibition at Chelsea Piers July 24–Aug 14 features immersive digital waterfalls, ARIRANG CAFE, and larger-than-life installations. New economic impact data: 430% sales spike at Shinsegae, 32.7% tourist surge in host cities. Additionally, BTS announced THE CITY ARIRANG LONDON citywide celebration via official tweet, expanding the event to a new location. Chile finally approved the Arirang shows after fan protests and revised production plans, confirming October dates with pitch protection measures. A fashion breakdown of Jimin's Dior, V's custom Celine, and j-hope's custom Louis Vuitton stage looks from the Paris shows was also highlighted.