What will BTS's return be like? This is a question asked more than any other for followers of the group in the U.S. and all over the world. After having been away from each other while doing South Korea's required military service, BTS has officially announced they will be back together in 2026 as a complete and involved group of seven men and will tour worldwide with new music.
The BTS reunion in 2026 will be one of the largest concerts in the history of modern music and will be a momentous occasion, as it will be the first concert of all seven members back together in several years. Below you will find information about BTS's 2026 comeback including; announcements, rumors surrounding the album, dates of concerts on tour, ticket information, U.S. concerts, and much more!
Why Did BTS Take a Break? (Mandatory Military Service)
BTS has not "disbanded", nor did they take time out for creative burning out or having conflicts between one another. The main drive for BTS to go on hiatus was due to the military service obligations in South Korea; this applies to every able-bodied male citizen of South Korea.
From 2022 until 2025, each of the individual members of BTS signed up and finished their service at different times during that time period. Both HYBE and BTS made a strategic choice to halt both full group promotions until all seven members could return as one; therefore, there was no need to rush on only doing partial group activities.
Important reasons why they chose to take a break:
Meeting military service obligations
Maintaining BTS's identity as a seven-member group
Enabling members to work on solo careers free of any outside influence or pressure
Offering a strong, released comeback, not released in a piecemeal fashion.
This choice helped build the foundation for BTS to have a legacy that will stay strong for many years, and create a Return that is purposeful and lasting.
When Did BTS Announce Their Comeback?
Although BTS did not go "off the grid," the confirmation of their reunion as a group started to appear in the media beginning late 2025 through early 2026 via interviews, HYBE press releases, and major news coverage.
Through various media outlets such as Rolling Stone, Forbes, and The Guardian, BTS received confirmation regarding:
- All members will have completed military by mid-2025
- Group activities will start up again in 2026
- There will be a new album and world tour soon
Although we haven't received any firm dates from BTS, they have made it clear that 2026 will be the year of their return.
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When Will BTS Begin Their 2026 Tour?
According to several industry insiders and ticketing platforms, BTS's upcoming comeback tour is estimated to start in mid- to late 2026 due to the group's new album to be released soon.
The tour is anticipated to be:
• A truly global world tour
• The first official full-type tour by BTS since the last concerts prior to their hiatus (before the hiatus)
• One of the largest live concert tours in history.
For U.S. fans, the anticipated concert tours would include several large cities, stadiums with a lot of capacity, and a high demand for tickets.
BTS 2026 World Tour Dates
The first leg of the BTS World Tour 2026 include:
April 2026
- 9 April and 11-12 April – Goyang, South Korea
- 17-18 April – Tokyo
- 25-26 April – Tampa, Florida
May 2026
- 2-3 May – El Paso, Texas
- 7 May and 9-10 May – Mexico City
- 16-17 May – Stanford, California
- 23-24 and 27 May – Las Vegas
June 2026
- 12-13 June – Busan, South Korea
- 26-27 June – Madrid
July 2026
- 1-2 July – Brussels
- 6-7 July – London
- 11-12 July – Munich
- 17-18 July – Paris
August 2026
- 1-2 Aug – East Rutherford, New Jersey
- 5-6 Aug – Foxborough, Massachusetts
- 10-11 Aug – Baltimore
- 15-16 Aug – Arlington, Texas
- 22-23 Aug – Toronto
- 27-28 Aug – Chicago
September 2026
- 1-2 Sept and 5-6 Sept – Los Angeles
- 2-3 Oct – Bogotá, Colombia
- 9-10 Oct – Lima, Peru
- 16-17 Oct – Santiago, Chile
- 23-24 Oct – Buenos Aires, Argentina
- 28 Oct and 30-31 Oct – São Paulo
November 2026
- 19 Nov and 21-22 Nov – Kaohsiung, Taiwan
December 2026
- 3 Dec and 5-6 Dec – Bangkok
- 12-13 Dec – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 17 Dec, 19-20 Dec, and 22 Dec – Singapore
- 26-27 Dec – Jakarta
As with BTS's prior tours, fans should anticipate a small number of dates and incredibly quick sell-outs.
BTS 2027 World Tour Dates
- 12-13 Feb – Melbourne, Australia
- 20-21 Feb – Sydney
- 4 March and 6-7 March – Hong Kong
- 13-14 March – Manila, Philippines
What Makes This Comeback Different
The 2026 reunion will again mark the beginning of the next phase of BTS's legacy; however, it’s more than just another BTS return:
Reasons this return will be different:
All seven members will be back together for the first time since they broke up
All members have grown creatively while working on solo projects
BTS will return to a global music industry they helped develop mainstream success for there, too
This return will represent unity, maturity and longevity.
Each member of BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook) has had the chance to grow as individual artists and those many years will provide a new perspective in terms of creating an album that feels much more personal, unique, and global.
For fans of BTS, this return will provide closure as well as celebration and a fresh start.
When Is the Presale for BTS’s World Tour?
Currently, one of the most popular queries in the United States is:
When will the presale for BTS tickets happen?
At the moment, official presale dates have not yet been announced, but their tours generally follow the same schedule:
1. ARMY Member Presale (the earliest access)
2. Verified Fan Presale
3. General Public Sale
Usually, presales take place between 1-2 weeks before the general ticket go on sale, and you will often need to register in advance through the official platforms to participate.
The following are recommendations for fans to follow:
- Register as soon as possible
- Don’t buy from third-party vendors
- Keep an eye on BTS's social media and ticket news
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FAQ: BTS 2026 Comeback & Tour
Is BTS coming to the United States?
BTS is likely to hit many U.S. venues when they tour in 2026, including stadiums in several major metropolitan areas.
What can I expect to pay for my tickets to a BTS Concert in 2026?
As ticket prices are driven by concert demand, the resale market tells a different story. The average price for basic seats is approximately $200–400; however, the prices fluctuate between $200–400. Most ticket prices average around $2400; plus, the more premium-priced tickets the more likely those tickets have been purchased through the primary or secondary markets.
Are BTS 2026 tickets sold out?
BTS will not be offering tickets until they are released for sale, so there are currently no concerts available for purchase. Due to the anticipated popularity of their concert series, many concert dates will likely sell out.
Are all seven BTS members returning together?
Yes! BTS has previously stated that when they return in 2026, all seven of the group's members will perform at this concert, preserving the identity of the original group.