By Irshad Khan 
BTS is preparing for their most spectacular return yet, reportedly planning a massive 65-show world tour in 2026 to mark their long-awaited comeback. This tour, anticipated to coincide with the group’s first full-album release in six years, will see RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook reunited on the global stage as a full lineup for the first time since their military service—a milestone that is set to excite millions of ARMY fans worldwide.
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BTS’s 2026 World Tour: What We Know
According to reports based on Bloomberg and Korean news sources, BTS’s comeback world tour in 2026 is expected to feature approximately 65 concerts in major cities worldwide—making it the largest tour ever by a K-pop act. More than 30 of these shows are projected for North America, with the rest covering Asia, Europe, and other global music markets. This will mark the group’s return to full-scale live performances after a four-year break, following the completion of mandatory military service by all seven members.
The scale of the tour is record-breaking even by BTS standards, with industry analysts forecasting up to 4 million attendees globally and a potential run from May through December 2026. Bloomberg and multiple outlets report the band is currently in the U.S. working on their new album, which is expected to drop in March 2026, just before the tour kicks off. Pop-up events, global movie screenings, and special merchandise collections are also planned in the lead-up to the group’s comeback, setting the stage for a massive ARMY gathering.
Comeback Album and Group Reunion
BTS’s next group album, scheduled for release in March 2026, marks their first full-member record since 2020’s BE. The group has spent significant time in Los Angeles recording, collaborating with top producers, and reuniting after solo projects and enlistments. RM, the group’s leader, stated during a Weverse livestream: “Since this is a full-group album, it will reflect everyone’s thoughts. We’re approaching it with the mindset of going back to our roots.” The last group performance took place in Busan in October 2022, drawing nearly 50 million global viewers, while their last concert tour dates back to 2019 and early 2020.
HYBE’s label BigHit Music has yet to officially confirm the exact tour dates or locations, noting that final decisions about the specific schedule and cities are still pending. They acknowledged speculations about the scope but emphasized “final details are not yet decided.” Fans worldwide are highly anticipating the official announcement, and industry experts predict the final schedule will be confirmed closer to the album’s release.
Tour Legacy and Expected Impact
BTS’s last world tour, the Love Yourself: Speak Yourself Tour (2018–19), was one of the highest-grossing concert tours ever by a non-English-language act. The upcoming 2026 tour, if it proceeds as planned, could set new sales records and solidify BTS’s legacy as the world’s leading pop group. Analysts forecast that the tour could push HYBE Corp’s profits well into the nine-figure range, with each concert drawing stadium-sized crowds of 60,000+ fans.
For ARMY, BTS’s 2026 “comeback tour” isn’t just a musical event—it’s a cultural phenomenon, symbolizing the group’s enduring impact and the global solidarity of their fandom. Expect tickets to become some of the most sought-after in recent history, and for global attention on K-pop to reach unprecedented heights.
BTS 2026 World Tour Teaser Video
Fans can get hyped for the tour by checking out a popular fanmade teaser and news coverage on YouTube: BTS WORLD TOUR 2026: 65 Shows, Full Group Comeback & Global Domination!