The Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in Gwanghwamun is introducing a new program that offers foreign visitors a rare opportunity to take backstage tours.

Foreign card spending in the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul surged 74 percent from a year earlier during a BTS concert weekend on March 21, indicating a reshuffling of spending rather than a broad retail boost for local merchants.

A significant portion, approximately one-quarter, of the attendees at a recent BTS concert held in Gwanghwamun were reported to be foreigners, highlighting the group's global appeal.

South Korean megastars BTS reunited for their first concert in nearly four years in Seoul, drawing over 100,000 fans to their highly anticipated performance at Gwanghwamun Square and livestreaming the K-pop extravaganza globally, following the release of their new album 'Arirang'.

K-pop sensation BTS ended a four-year hiatus with a massive, free comeback concert in central Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square, drawing tens of thousands of fans and requiring extensive security measures. The hour-long outdoor event marked their official return to activity.

K-POP superzvijezde BTS vratile su se u subotu dugo očekivanim nastupom na povijesnom trgu Gwanghwamun u Seulu, koji se uživo prenosio diljem svijeta na Netflixu.

South Korea shut down the heart of Seoul on Saturday for a comeback concert by K-pop supergroup BTS, as authorities prepare for an estimated 260,000 fans to flood the city’s streets and millions more…

Though a day remained before BTS’ live comeback show at Gwanghwamun Square, the area was already buzzing, with fans dressed in purple and BTS merchandise gathering to take photos near the stage and…

The show is expected to draw more than a quarter-million fans to Gwanghwamun Square.

South Korea is gearing up for a surge of BTS fans at Incheon Airport and preparing Gwanghwamun Square for the group's outdoor comeback concert on March 21, celebrating their fifth album release.

BTS is set to hold an outdoor concert on March 21 to celebrate the release of its fifth album “Arirang,” transforming Gwanghwamun Square into festival grounds.

K-pop superstars BTS, who call themselves “just country kids from South Korea,” are about to blow fans away with their first concert in almost four years this Saturday at Seoul’s iconic Gwanghwamun…

From subway shutdowns to building closures, the March 21 Gwanghwamun Plaza show is reshaping an entire city.

South Korea's three major mobile carriers are racing to fortify their networks ahead of what is shaping up to be one of the country's largest live events in recent memory: the long-awaited BTS comeback concert in the heart of Seoul. The show, titled "BTS The Comeback Live: Arirang," is scheduled for 8 p.m. on March 21 at Gwanghwamun Square. Police estimate that upwards of 260,000 people will flood the area, with fans expected to begin gathering a full day in advance. The concert marks the group'

Starbucks Korea said Thursday it will introduce Seoul-themed beverages — Seoul Makgeolli Cold Brew and Seoul Sunset Omija Fizzio — at 100 stores across Seoul starting Monday. The drinks reinterpret traditional Korean elements, including the aroma of makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice wine, and the sunset over palace ponds. The rollout will begin at stores in major tourist districts such as Myeong-dong, Gwanghwamun and Gangnam, as the number of foreign visitors to Korea reached a record 18.7 mi

Police have launched an investigation into suspected ticket scams and misuse of automated programs related to BTS’ upcoming comeback show at Gwanghwamun Square.

Netflix on Thursday released a trailer and poster for its upcoming comeback event, “BTS The Comeback Live Arirang,” offering fans a first glimpse of the group’s long-awaited return ahead of the release of its fifth full-length album. The teaser video opened with the roaring sound of fans cheering — echoing the atmosphere of past concerts. Reacting to the sound, the members can be heard expressing their longing for their supporters, with remarks such as “I really miss them,” conveying their antic

진행자: 홍유, Chelsea Proctor BTS' big comeback show puts some wedding plans on edge 기사요약: 3월 광화문광장에서 열릴 BTS 무료 컴백 공연에 최대 26만 명이 몰릴 것으로 예상되면서, 당일 인근에서 결혼식을 앞둔 예비부부들의 볼멘소리가 커지고 있다. [1] Fans around the world are counting down to March 21, when K-pop supergroup BTS is set to take over Gwanghwamun Square for its long-awaited comeback show. For some couples planning to marry in central Seoul that same day, however, the global event is a source of anxiety. With little over a month left, some said they even

Nearly 900 public and temporary toilets will be installed near Gwanghwamun Square, as more than 260,000 visitors are expected to be in the area for the March 21 comeback concert of BTS, the Seoul…

Fans around the world are counting down to March 21, when K-pop supergroup BTS is set to take over Gwanghwamun Square for its long-awaited comeback sh.

A debate is ongoing in Seoul regarding whether the sign for the iconic Gwanghwamun gate should bear a Korean or Chinese inscription, or both.

The BTS concert 'BTS The Comeback Live Arirang' garnered 18.4 million viewers worldwide on Netflix and drew over 100,000 fans to central Seoul. Data now shows approximately 1 in 4 attendees at the Gwanghwamun Square concert on March 21 were foreign nationals, with Thailand having the largest share.

K-pop megastars BTS returned with a show at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square, blending Korean heritage with powerful performances and emotional moments – ending with a surprise reveal of their upcoming…

Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul (via Netflix) In front of 100,000 screaming fans, it barely feels like the eyes of the world are upon them, as the group showcase new album with cool confidence “Annyeong…

‘BTS 2.0’ kicks off in Gwanghwamun as septet returns in triumphant fashion  Korea JoongAng Daily

Sometime Saturday, you may find yourself watching a livestream of seven singers performing on a massive outdoor stage in central Seoul, framed by a towering wooden gate and the sweeping tiled…

BTS will stage its long-awaited comeback concert on Saturday night at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square, one of South Korea's most famous landmarks that represents its royal heritage and political and…

Why was Gwanghwamun chosen for BTS's 'Arirang' comeback?  Korea JoongAng Daily

Members of BTS have expressed their appreciation for public safety workers in anticipation of their landmark Gwanghwamun concert.

“It’s incredible. I can’t believe that I’m here.” Sodikjonova Shakhrizoda paused in the middle of Gwanghwamun Square, her "Army Bomb," BTS' official light stick, in hand, taking in the city she had…

Ahead of BTS’ long-awaited comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square this weekend, as well as their April concert in Goyang, demand for the group’s official light sticks is surging across online resale…

With BTS’ highly anticipated comeback performance scheduled to take place at Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, nearby areas in central Seoul are gearing up to welcome fans visiting the city.

Buildings near Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul under tight control ahead of BTS comeback show  The Straits Times

With less than a week left before BTS’ comeback performance at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square, authorities plan to tighten security around 31 buildings surrounding the plaza, according to news reports…

Environmental activist shout slogans and hold placards reading: ‘Enucleation’ during a rally commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake, on Gwanghwamun sqare in Seoul,…

“On March 21, the world’s biggest band is back!” Netflix’s teaser announces BTS’ upcoming live event at Gwanghwamun Square. The concert will follow the release of the group’s first studio album in more than three years, which drops a day earlier. The 14-track album — as well as the comeback show — is titled “Arirang.” The concert is expected to be viewed worldwide through Netflix’s exclusive live streaming to more than 190 countries. Hundreds of thousands of Armys, as BTS fans are known, from ar

'The Homecoming': BTS releases trailer for March 21 Gwanghwamun show  Korea JoongAng Daily

A free concert by K-pop group BTS at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square scheduled for next month will run for around an hour due to safety and operational considerations, its organizer said Saturday.

Booking system freezes and screens crash amid rush of fans trying to secure tickets to 21 March free concert Tickets for BTS’s comeback concert in central Seoul were snapped up almost immediately on Monday night, with authorities expecting an estimated 260,000 fans to descend for the K-pop group’s first full performance in nearly four years. At one point, more than 100,000 people flooded the booking website when sales opened at 8pm for the free concert at Gwanghwamun square on 21 March, causi...

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced phased traffic controls around the Gwanghwamun area for 24 hours starting midnight Saturday to accommodate the 2026 Easter Parade.

Commuters near Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul faced disruptions as approximately 20 wheelchair activists from Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination staged a boarding protest at bus stops, advocating for disability rights.

BTS performed their new album 'Arirang' in front of Gwanghwamun, one of Seoul’s most historically significant sites, with their concert looks shaped by South Korean fashion brand Songzio’s 'Lyrical Armor' collection.

One day after “BTS Comeback Live: Arirang,” the group's first full-group performance in three years, BTS is on its way to the “Spotify x BTS: Swimside” event in New York, departing via Incheon…

K-pop superzvijezde BTS vratile su se u subotu dugo očekivanim nastupom na povijesnom trgu Gwanghwamun u Seulu, koji se uživo prenosio diljem svijeta na Netflixu.

The K-pop supergroup returned to the global stage with a dynamic and engaging showcase of their new album ‘Arirang’ during a Netflix live event, broadcast from Seoul's landmark Gwanghwamun.

(LEAD) BTS leader RM injures ankle ahead of Gwanghwamun concert

Seoul is tightening security and crowd-control measures across central landmarks, as global fans descend on the capital for BTS’ long-awaited comeback at Gwanghwamun Square this Saturday.

Seoul hasn't seen anything quite like this in a long time. By the time BTS takes the stage at Gwanghwamun Square on Saturday, with the storied Gyeongbokgung as a backdrop and an estimated 260,000…

Seoul rolls out tourism campaign to welcome BTS fans at Gwanghwamun  The Straits Times

The Seoul plaza where protest, celebration and national identity collide becomes the stage for the group's first performance in nearly four years.

Authorities in Seoul are preparing extensive security and traffic measures ahead of the BTS comeback concert set for March 21 at Gwanghwamun Square. Here’s what visitors should know. Entry Access to the viewing area will be limited to 31 designated gates around the square and nearby Sejong-daero. Security Metal detectors will be installed at all gates and bag checks will begin at 7 a.m. Authorities are asking visitors to bring minimal belongings. Police will also deploy CCTV monitoring teams and

BTS is expected to conduct rehearsals at a separate location ahead of their upcoming comeback performance at Gwanghwamun Square, according to local media reports Friday.

South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said it had identified 1,868 suspected scalping listings tied to upcoming BTS concerts in Goyang and Seoul’s Gwanghwamun area after monitoring major online resale platforms. Authorities said four cases involving 105 tickets appeared to reflect organized attempts to resell seats at steep premiums, and those cases have been referred to the National Police Agency for investigation. According to data released by the ministry, the majority of susp

The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Sunday that it has uncovered multiple violations of lodging regulations near the venue of an upcoming concert by BTS, as authorities step up inspections ahead of the group’s comeback event scheduled for March 21 in Gwanghwamun Square. According to the city, 18 out of 83 accommodation facilities inspected in the Jongno-gu and Jung-gu districts were found to violate lodging regulations, mainly for failing to display required price lists or business registrati

Less than three weeks before BTS takes the stage at Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, the city is preparing for large crowds, with authorities announcing safety measures and temporary closures of…

BTS' Gwanghwamun concert to run for around 1 hour over safety concerns  Yonhap News Agency

Seoul police have issued a warning regarding potential ticketing scams for BTS's upcoming free comeback performance at Gwanghwamun Square, actively monitoring online activity as reservations open.