While BTS is gearing up for a mega comeback show, authorities in Seoul, South Korea, have started to prepare for it. It has now been reported that the Seoul Metropolitan Government has intensified preparations
for the highly anticipated comeback concert, scheduled to take place at Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, 2026. As reported by Chosun Biz, City officials have confirmed that a third deputy mayoral inspection meeting was held to review readiness for the large-scale event expected to draw thousands of fans from around the world.
According to the city administration, the latest inspection meeting focused on reviewing overall preparations and strengthening response plans across key departments. Several key points were discussed in the meeting, including traffic control measures, crowd safety management, visitor convenience services, price regulation in nearby commercial areas and hospitality programs designed to welcome ARMYs to the South Korean capital from all over the world.
It has also been reported that on March 10, Oh Se-hoon, Mayor of Seoul, chaired a preparation status inspection meeting to assess the city’s readiness. Since then, weekly coordination meetings have been held with senior officials from relevant municipal departments.
Speaking about the preparations, Acting First Vice Mayor for Administration Jeong Sang-hun emphasised that ensuring public safety remains the administration’s top priority. “As this BTS comeback concert is a large-scale downtown event that will attract fans from around the world, we have prepared meticulously with citizen safety as our highest priority,” Jeong said and then added, “We will present a safe and dignified Seoul to visitors and fans alike.”
BTS Comeback After Nearly Four Years
The ARIRANG world tour marks a historic reunion for BTS, as the members return as a full group after nearly four years. During this period, each member fulfilled South Korea’s mandatory military service, making the upcoming concerts a deeply emotional moment for fans worldwide.
The tour will span 34 cities with a total of 82 shows, beginning with opening performances in Goyang and Tokyo. For millions of fans, popularly known as ARMY, the tour symbolises the band’s powerful return to the global stage.
The title ARIRANG carries cultural significance as well. The name draws inspiration from a traditional Korean folk song that represents longing, separation and reunion — themes that resonate strongly with the band’s journey and their bond with fans.
