The highly anticipated return of BTS is nearly here, with their fifth album, ARIRANG, set to drop on March 20, 2026. As excitement builds, securing tickets for the 2026 World Tour is the immediate priority for ARMY worldwide. Following the first round of presales, a second opportunity is now available. This guide details everything you need to know to maximize your chances of obtaining tickets, from presale access to potential resale options.
Presale Access: The Key to Success
The primary route to early access is through official ARMY fan club membership. Presale tickets for select shows went on sale January 22nd and 23rd. If you’re already a member, you must register on Weverse and verify your membership by January 18th at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT. Only pre-registered members will gain access to presale tickets.
Members will use a 9-digit ARMY membership number (starting with “BA”) to unlock access. For shows in the US, Canada, and Mexico, use your US or GLOBAL Membership number; the US Membership takes precedence if you have both. In the UK and Europe, use your GLOBAL Membership.
General Sale & Timing
If you’re not a fan club member, general sale begins on Saturday, January 24th via Ticketmaster. Presale and general sale times vary by location, so confirm the exact time for your city’s show. The second day of presales (January 23rd) focused on select cities, including Mexico City, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. Tickets go live in local time, so log in at least 30 minutes early.
Here’s a breakdown of key presale times:
- TAMPA: 9 a.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- MEXICO CITY (Days 1 & 2): 9 a.m. (Local Time) – January 23
- MEXICO CITY (Day 3): 12 p.m. (Local Time) – January 23
- STANFORD: 11 a.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- EAST RUTHERFORD: 11 a.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- CHICAGO: 11 a.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- LAS VEGAS (Days 1 & 2): 1 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- BALTIMORE: 1 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- TORONTO: 1 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- LAS VEGAS (Day 3): 1 p.m. (Local Time) – January 23
- EL PASO: 3 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- FOXBOROUGH: 3 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- ARLINGTON: 3 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- LOS ANGELES (Days 1 & 2): 3 p.m. (Local Time) – January 22
- LOS ANGELES (Days 3 & 4): 3 p.m. (Local Time) – January 23
Ticket Prices and Resale Markets
BTS tour tickets vary in price, with some options starting around $200 and others exceeding thousands of dollars. If you miss the initial sales, resale platforms like StubHub, Vivid Seats, and SeatGeek may offer alternatives. However, prices on these sites are often inflated.
Waiting closer to the event date, even the day of, can sometimes yield last-minute deals as fans unable to attend offload their tickets. This is a risky strategy but may result in lower prices, especially for multi-day events in cities like Los Angeles.
Tour Dates and Global Reach
The BTS 2026-2027 World Tour begins on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea, and concludes in Manila on March 14, 2027. The tour includes 79 shows across 34 cities spanning five continents, making it the group’s most extensive tour to date. The setlist will likely feature hits and new music from ARIRANG.
The tour schedule includes stops in:
- South Korea (Goyang)
- Japan (Tokyo)
- United States (Tampa, El Paso, Mexico City, Stanford, Las Vegas, etc.)
- Europe (Madrid, Brussels, London, Munich, Paris)
- Canada (Toronto)
- Asia (Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Manila)
- Australia (Melbourne, Sydney)
Securing tickets requires preparation and speed. The demand is exceptionally high, and opportunities are limited. Stay informed, act quickly, and consider all available options to experience BTS live in 2026-2027.
