BTS THE CITY ARIRANG Las Vegas

If you’re heading to Las Vegas for BTS’s WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG, the concerts are just the beginning. Vegas is leaning fully into the moment, with citywide light activations, official after-parties, a pop-up merch store, nightclub takeovers, and photo ops the moment you land at the airport. Here’s everything broken down by when and where, including the official event map.

The Concerts at Allegiant Stadium: May 23, 24, 27 & 28

The main reason we're all here is the return of BTS, with four nights at Allegiant Stadium which was named “Stadium of the Year” by Pollstar. Located just off the Strip, the stadium is walking distance from several hotels including the convenient Hacienda Bridge next to Mandalay Bay. This overpass crossing is closed to auto traffic during stadium events so pedestrians can safely walk over from Las Vegas Blvd.

BTS Army photo op: A custom Welcome to Las Vegas photo op will be set up at stadium parking lot N from May 23–28 📍 exact location here.

Freebie Merch Drops

ARMY is getting an extra surprise with Borahaegas freebie drops happening throughout Las Vegas. Lucky fans will have a chance to snatch up four unique designs with one drop per show day. These are first come first served while supplies last — all four drop locations and times have been announced early. 

• May 23: Luxor Main Entrance at 2 pm
• May 24: Spanish Steps at Caesars Palace at 12 pm
• May 27: Resorts World by Red Tail at 12 pm
• May 28: SAHARA Theatre at 12 pm

Follow @Vegas on X for any last-minute updates.

Official Merch Pop-Up: The Forum Shops at Caesars

Dates: May 21–28 (Admission by RSVP only)

The BTS POP-UP: ARIRANG official merchandise store is set up on the third floor of The Forum Shops at Caesars. Fans can shop for official collection merch at this Vegas-exclusive store. Plus, The Forum Shops are worth the visit on their own as one of the more unique shopping experiences in the U.S.

*UPDATE: Due to high demand, walk-in admission is no longer available. Check the event RSVP page for the latest updates and availability.

Food & Drink: Special Menus and ARMY Meet Ups

HYBE has partnered with a range of Las Vegas restaurants and cafés running BTS THE CITY ARIRANG specials throughout the show run. Here’s the full lineup:

THE CITY Special Foodie Tour (May 22 & 26)

Take a premium culinary tour featuring six of Vegas’ top dishes without any wait time, at ARIA from 4:30–6:00 pm. Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay is hosting a two-hour open bar poolside welcome party from 7:00–9:00 pm. This is a ticket holder exclusive event!

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer (May 20–31)

Inside The Venetian Las Vegas on the Strip, Black Tap will offer a limited-time menu combo, the K-Town Chicken Sandwich + Strawberry Cheesecake Classic Shake.

The City Lights Up: All Four Concert Nights

Every night after the concert from 11 pm to 12 am, landmark locations across Vegas will be illuminated in ARIRANG's signature red, from the Strip and Downtown to Off-Strip hotels.

The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign is going red May 22–29, giving you the photo opportunity from the moment you land through the final day of the run. Sphere's Exosphere will also feature larger-than-life ARIRANG-themed visuals.

Nowhere Lounge at Fontainebleau: May 24

For fans who want a more music-focused evening beyond the official after-parties, Nowhere Lounge at Fontainebleau Las Vegas is transforming into an immersive experience on May 24 starting at 10 pm. Expect curated music programming, concert visuals, and a high-energy room built around this moment. It's the right gathering place for fans who want to keep celebrating their collective love for the music after the show.

Fontainebleau sits at the north end of the Strip, a quick rideshare from the stadium or from anywhere mid-Strip.

Official After-Parties

Two of the Strip's most recognizable nightclubs are hosting official after-parties tied to the concerts:

JEWEL Nightclub at ARIA: May 23

One of the more intimate large-format clubs on the Strip, JEWEL has strong sound design and a crowd that leans music-forward. On the 23rd, the energy coming out of Allegiant Stadium will land directly here.

Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan: May 24

Marquee is a fixture on the Strip's nightlife circuit. Multi-room, high-energy, and well-suited for a night that continues well past midnight, it's the official next stop for the second concert night. Both venues are on or adjacent to the Strip and easy to reach by rideshare from the stadium.

BTS THE CITY ARIRANG Monorail: May 21 – June 4

The Las Vegas Monorail is running a branded ARIRANG experience for the full run, making it a practical and photo-worthy way to travel along the Strip. It has seven hotel stations starting from MGM Grand up to SAHARA Las Vegas. If you haven't ridden the Monorail before, this is a good week to try it.​

A Few More Tips

For fans doing a multi-night concert trip, remember that The Strip is walkable between most of the activations.  There are also plenty of transportation options to get around Vegas no matter if you're staying on the Strip, near Fremont Street or just off the Strip at the Rio Hotel & Casino.

Arriving May 21 or 22 gives you time to hit the merch pop-up (RSVP required), check out the La Mona Rosa pre-party, and get your bearings before the shows.

This is a rare week when a global fan community and the Entertainment Capital of the World are running entirely in the same direction. Whether you're here for one show or attending all four, Las Vegas has built out a week worth staying for.

I've already got my BTS fit laid out for the show on Wednesday, May 27th...see you there!