The wait is finally over! After 3 years and 9 months, BTS is returning as a full group for a historic comeback stage at Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul. This event is drawing massive global attention, especially because it’s a completely free concert and will be streamed exclusively on Netflix to over 190 countries.
Here is everything you need to know to join the purple wave, whether you’re in Seoul or watching from your couch.
1. Event & Streaming Schedule
- Event Name: BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG
- Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM (KST)
- Location: Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul
- Streaming Platform: Exclusive Live Broadcast on Netflix
2. It’s Free! Ticket & Attendance Info
This Gwanghwamun performance is a free concert organized by HYBE in collaboration with the Seoul Metropolitan Government.
- Ticket Price: 0 KRW (FREE) (Excluding booking fees)
- How to Attend: Tickets were distributed through a first-come, first-served online reservation on ‘NOL Ticket’.
- Expanded Capacity: Due to overwhelming demand, the standing area has been expanded toward City Hall, accommodating a total of 22,000 lucky fans.
- Note: Strict ID checks will be performed at the entrance to prevent “no-shows” and illegal reselling. Don’t forget your passport or ID!
3. Why Watch on Netflix?
If you couldn’t grab a ticket, don’t worry. Netflix is hosting its first-ever large-scale live event in Korea.
- Global Access: Streaming live to 190+ countries simultaneously.
- No Extra Cost: If you are a Netflix subscriber, you can watch it for free on any subscription plan.
- Exclusive Documentary: Shortly after the live show, the documentary ‘BTS: THE RETURN’, which captures the making of the new album, will premiere on March 27.
4. Key Highlights: The Premiere of ‘ARIRANG’
- A Symbolic Stage: The opening sequence will feature the “King’s Road” connecting Gyeongbokgung Palace to Gwanghwamun Square, showcasing the essence of K-Culture.
- First Live Performance: BTS will perform tracks from their 5th studio album, <ARIRANG>, live for the first time globally.
[Closing] With over 260,000 people expected to gather near Gwanghwamun, the energy will be electric. If you can’t make it to the venue, grab your ARMY Bomb and join the global celebration from the best seat in the house—your living room!
