BTS confirm free ARIRANG comeback concert in Seoul. Here's how to attend
Global superstars BTS announce a free concert in Seoul to celebrate their ARIRANG album comeback. The event highlights BTS's unique approach to fan engagement with no ticket cost and a global live stream.
Global superstars BTS are officially back in live-action mode, and they’re doing it the BTS way: big, bold, and free. BigHit Music has announced BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG, a large-scale, no-cost concert in Seoul to celebrate the release of the group’s fifth studio album, ARIRANG. The event will take place at the iconic Gwanghwamun Square, with BTS set to perform tracks from the new album, including the title song, live for the very first time.
One must remember that instead of choosing a music show to mark their return, they chose to give fans an experience which is purely BTS-coded. It’s also symbolic because the last concert BTS hosted as a group was also a free concert with over 50000 fans attending in-person and millions online.
How Is BTS turning a public space Into a global stage?
Scheduled for March 21, 2026, at 8 pm KST [5 PM IST], the outdoor concert blends spectacle with accessibility. No paid tickets, no hidden fees, just timing, speed, and a bit of ARMY luck. The venue choice itself signals intent: Gwanghwamun Square isn’t just another concert ground, but a historic public space, placing the comeback firmly at the intersection of pop culture and national moment.
How can you attend BTS's free concert?
Fans have two routes to attend the concert in person. The first is through Weverse Global, reserved for ARMY Membership holders. Fans who purchase eligible products during the application period can apply for tickets. Applications open on February 10 at 11 am KST [8:30 AM IST] and close on February 13 at 11:59 pm KST, with results announced the same day applications begin.
The second option is a general onsale, open to everyone via NOL Ticket. Ticket details will be announced on February 20 at 12 pm KST [9:30 AM IST], with tickets going live on February 23 at 8 pm KST [4:30 PM IST]. All seats are free. The concert is open to attendees aged 14 and above and will feature a mix of assigned seating and standing zones, depending on the viewing area.
How can fans outside Seoul watch the concert live?
For fans unable to make it to Seoul, the comeback still goes global. BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG will be held simultaneously online and offline, with a live global stream on Netflix on March 21.
This isn’t the first time BTS have turned a major career milestone into a public, open-access event. From large-scale free FESTA concerts in Seoul to the 2022 Busan concert staged in support of the city’s World Expo bid, BTS have repeatedly hosted full-length, high-production shows without ticket revenue when the moment felt symbolic.
What sets BTS apart is scale and intent. Free concerts do exist globally, but they’re typically linked to brand activations, festivals, or short promotional appearances. Even top Western artists rarely anchor a major album comeback around a free public concert. In K-pop, free showcases are more common, but they’re usually limited to indoor venues or broadcast stages. BTS, by contrast, transform entire city spaces into temporary global concert arenas.
A very few artists can afford to do this, logistically, financially, or in terms of demand. BTS can, because their ecosystem extends far beyond ticket sales. For them, a free concert doesn’t dilute value; it amplifies it. With ARIRANG, a landmark location, and zero ticket cost, BTS are once again making a statement: this comeback isn’t just about music, it’s about showing up, together.
Global superstars BTS are officially back in live-action mode, and they’re doing it the BTS way: big, bold, and free. BigHit Music has announced BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG, a large-scale, no-cost concert in Seoul to celebrate the release of the group’s fifth studio album, ARIRANG. The event will take place at the iconic Gwanghwamun Square, with BTS set to perform tracks from the new album, including the title song, live for the very first time.
One must remember that instead of choosing a music show to mark their return, they chose to give fans an experience which is purely BTS-coded. It’s also symbolic because the last concert BTS hosted as a group was also a free concert with over 50000 fans attending in-person and millions online.
How Is BTS turning a public space Into a global stage?
Scheduled for March 21, 2026, at 8 pm KST [5 PM IST], the outdoor concert blends spectacle with accessibility. No paid tickets, no hidden fees, just timing, speed, and a bit of ARMY luck. The venue choice itself signals intent: Gwanghwamun Square isn’t just another concert ground, but a historic public space, placing the comeback firmly at the intersection of pop culture and national moment.
How can you attend BTS's free concert?
Fans have two routes to attend the concert in person. The first is through Weverse Global, reserved for ARMY Membership holders. Fans who purchase eligible products during the application period can apply for tickets. Applications open on February 10 at 11 am KST [8:30 AM IST] and close on February 13 at 11:59 pm KST, with results announced the same day applications begin.
The second option is a general onsale, open to everyone via NOL Ticket. Ticket details will be announced on February 20 at 12 pm KST [9:30 AM IST], with tickets going live on February 23 at 8 pm KST [4:30 PM IST]. All seats are free. The concert is open to attendees aged 14 and above and will feature a mix of assigned seating and standing zones, depending on the viewing area.
How can fans outside Seoul watch the concert live?
For fans unable to make it to Seoul, the comeback still goes global. BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG will be held simultaneously online and offline, with a live global stream on Netflix on March 21.
This isn’t the first time BTS have turned a major career milestone into a public, open-access event. From large-scale free FESTA concerts in Seoul to the 2022 Busan concert staged in support of the city’s World Expo bid, BTS have repeatedly hosted full-length, high-production shows without ticket revenue when the moment felt symbolic.
What sets BTS apart is scale and intent. Free concerts do exist globally, but they’re typically linked to brand activations, festivals, or short promotional appearances. Even top Western artists rarely anchor a major album comeback around a free public concert. In K-pop, free showcases are more common, but they’re usually limited to indoor venues or broadcast stages. BTS, by contrast, transform entire city spaces into temporary global concert arenas.
A very few artists can afford to do this, logistically, financially, or in terms of demand. BTS can, because their ecosystem extends far beyond ticket sales. For them, a free concert doesn’t dilute value; it amplifies it. With ARIRANG, a landmark location, and zero ticket cost, BTS are once again making a statement: this comeback isn’t just about music, it’s about showing up, together.