BTS opened its world tour in Goyang, South Korea, with thousands of fans gathering for the comeback launch.

BTS has launched its world tour in South Korea, opening the first shows of its comeback run in Goyang.

AP reported on April 9, 2026, that thousands of fans gathered for the launch, while an official Weverse notice from BIGHIT MUSIC confirmed the Goyang dates. Reuters- and AFP-syndicated coverage also described the concerts as the start of the group’s new global tour.

The opening shows are part of BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ IN GOYANG, with additional performances scheduled for April 11 and April 12. The launch marks a major return for the group after its hiatus and sets up the broader 2026-2027 tour rollout.

The concert start gives BTS a fresh live-platform moment after its comeback release drew global attention earlier in the year. For now, the confirmed development is the South Korea launch itself and the early dates in Goyang.

Attendance and revenue figures for the opening shows were not included in the material reviewed for this story.

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