After years of waiting, ARMY’s prayers have finally been answered. The BTS World Tour is officially here, and it is everything we dreamed it would be and then some.
So whether you’ve already got your tickets, you’re still holding out hope for a resale, or you just want to know every single song that might get played on your night, this is your complete guide to the BTS World Tour 2026 setlist.
The Full BTS ARIRANG Tour Setlist (Night 1, Goyang)
The opening night in Goyang featured 23 songs across a massive, carefully paced show. Here’s the complete setlist from night one at a glance:
| # | Song | Album | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Into the Sun | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 2 | Please | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 3 | I Need U | The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1 | 2015 |
| 4 | Mikrokosmos | Map of the Soul: Persona | 2019 |
| 5 | Dynamite | BE | 2020 |
| 6 | Butter | Single | 2021 |
| 7 | Come Over | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 8 | IDOL | LOVE YOURSELF: Answer | 2018 |
| 9 | Body to Body | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 10 | Fire | Youth | 2016 |
| 11 | FYA | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 12 | MIC Drop | LOVE YOURSELF: Her | 2017 |
| 13 | Not Today | Wings: You Never Walk Alone | 2017 |
| 14 | NORMAL | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 15 | 2.0 | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 16 | Merry Go Round | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 17 | SWIM | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 18 | FAKE LOVE | LOVE YOURSELF: ‘Tear’ | 2018 |
| 19 | Like Animals | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 20 | they don’t know ’bout us | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 21 | Run BTS (remix) | Proof | 2022 |
| 22 | Aliens | ARIRANG | 2026 |
| 23 | Hooligan | ARIRANG | 2026 |
Fun Fact: BTS is rotating their older songs, meaning the DJ spins a random old track and BTS performs. Surprise never ends in the Bangtan world!
Now let’s break down how each section of the show actually felt, because the order matters a lot here.
Opening Segment: Welcome to ARIRANG
BTS opened strong with back-to-back tracks from the new album, setting the tone immediately.
“Into the Sun” hit differently live. The crowd energy was something else entirely, with the 360-degree lighting setup making the whole stadium feel like it was on fire. “Please” followed right after and kept that momentum going perfectly.
Nostalgia Hit: The Throwback Section
Right after the ARIRANG openers, BTS pivoted to something very familiar for ARMY.
“Mikrokosmos” with a full stadium of lightsticks is one of those moments that never gets old, no matter how many times you’ve seen it. The crowd going full purple ocean during that song is genuinely one of the most beautiful things in live music.
The Chart-Topper Block
This section brought out the songs that made BTS a global phenomenon.
Both “Dynamite” and “Butter” still absolutely go off live. The crowd sing-along for “Butter” was reportedly audible outside the stadium, which honestly says everything.
Mid-Show ARIRANG Deep Dives
This is where the setlist really started to showcase the range of the new album. Nine tracks from ARIRANG are woven throughout the show, which tells you just how confident BTS are in this record. And honestly? Every single one of them earned their spot.
“SWIM,” the Hot 100 No. 1 single, was a massive moment. The whole stadium knew every word already, which is wild considering the album had just come out.
The Hype Section
This is the part of the show where you absolutely cannot sit still.
The “MIC Drop” energy in a stadium setting is simply unmatched. The “Not Today” performance reportedly had the whole floor jumping in unison. “IDOL” in between kept the fire going right through this stretch of the show.
The FAKE LOVE Moment
This one lands differently post-military service. The emotion in the room during “FAKE LOVE” on opening night reportedly had more than a few fans in tears. It’s the kind of song that carries a lot of weight for long-time ARMY, and BTS clearly know that.
Encore: The Big Finish
BTS closed out with “Please” and “Into the Sun” as the end.
“Into the Sun” as the final track? Absolutely perfect. It’s the kind of song that makes you feel the aftershocks in your chest well after the show ends.
What Changed On Night 2
One thing ARMY quickly learned is that BTS isn’t playing the exact same set every night, and we love that for us.
On the second Goyang show, two songs were swapped out from the main setlist:
| Night 1 | Night 2 Replacement | Era |
|---|---|---|
| Mikrokosmos | Take Two | Proof (2022) |
| I Need U | DNA | LOVE YOURSELF: Her (2017) |
Both swaps are fan-favorites in their own right, so night two was absolutely not a downgrade. If anything, it means attending multiple shows on the same leg is totally worth it. You might genuinely get a different experience each time.
The Surprise Song Slots
Here’s a detail that has ARMY absolutely buzzing: two spots in the setlist are reserved for surprise songs, and they change from show to show. These are reportedly surprises even to BTS themselves, chosen at random.
So far across the Goyang shows, the surprise pool has included tracks that weren’t on the main setlist. This means every single night of this tour is genuinely unique, which makes the BTS World Tour experience feel extra special no matter which date you attend.
Nobody knows exactly which songs are in the surprise pool, but ARMY have been busy tracking and compiling every performance across social media. Keep an eye on fan accounts right after each show to see what surprise songs appeared.
How the BTS Setlist Breaks Down by Era
Here’s a quick look at how the songs split across the BTS catalogue on a standard night:
| Era | Songs in Setlist | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| ARIRANG (2026) | 9 | Into the Sun, SWIM, Hooligan, Come Over |
| LOVE YOURSELF era (2017-2018) | 3 | IDOL, MIC Drop, FAKE LOVE |
| Wings / You Never Walk Alone (2017) | 2 | Not Today, MIC Drop |
| BE / Singles (2020-2021) | 2 | Dynamite, Butter |
| Map of the Soul: Persona (2019) | 1 | Mikrokosmos (or Take Two on alt nights) |
| HYYH era (2015) | 1 | I Need U (or DNA on alt nights) |
| Proof (2022) | 1 | Run BTS remix |
| Youth (2016) | 1 | Fire |
| Surprise slots | 2 | Rotating each show |
It’s a genuinely well-balanced setlist that honors the full BTS journey while making it clear this tour is about celebrating where they are right now.
The Return We’ve All Been Waiting For
This is BTS’s first major world tour since the Permission to Dance on Stage era in 2021-2022. All seven members completed their mandatory military service, reunited, dropped the album ARIRANG, and immediately proved they hadn’t missed a beat.
ARIRANG debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and its lead single “SWIM” went straight to the top of the Hot 100.
The tour sold out across North America and Europe within hours of going on sale. Mexico’s president literally reached out to South Korea’s president to request more tour dates. That’s the level we’re operating at with Bangtan right now.
The stage setup is a full 360-degree design, meaning no bad seats and every section of the crowd gets the full experience. If you’re heading to a show, make sure your BTS lightstick is charged and ready because the ocean of purple is going to be absolutely breathtaking from that stage.
Tips Before You Head to the Show
A few things worth knowing before your concert date:
- Bring your BTS lightstick — the ARMY Bomb connects to the venue system and syncs with the show, so it’s genuinely part of the experience.
- Arrive early — with a 360-degree stage, there’s a lot to take in, and you’ll want time to find your spot and settle in.
- Check fan accounts after each show — setlist variations are being tracked in real time, so you can see if surprise songs or swaps were announced.
- Download Weverse — BTS and individual members have been posting after shows, and reading Jin’s post-concert thoughts is its own kind of experience.
FAQs
The current setlist features 23 songs per night, including two rotating surprise song slots. The exact songs can vary slightly from show to show.
Yes, it does. BTS have already swapped songs between shows, including “Take Two” and “DNA”, replacing “Mikrokosmos” and “I Need U” on night two in Goyang. There are also two surprise song slots that rotate each performance.
Absolutely. Nine songs from the new ARIRANG album are featured in the main setlist, including “Into the Sun,” “SWIM,” “Come Over,” and “Hooligan,” among others.
Two spots in the setlist are reserved for songs chosen at random, reportedly as a surprise for BTS themselves. The full pool of eligible songs hasn’t been officially confirmed, but ARMY fan accounts have been tracking which tracks have appeared across different shows.
More dates are expected. The first batch of announcements already led to additional shows in Latin America, and more dates in Japan, the Middle East, and other regions have been teased for 2027. Keep an eye on official BTS channels for updates.
You don’t need one to attend, but the ARMY Bomb (the official BTS lightstick) syncs to the venue’s system and becomes part of the visual show. The crowd ocean effect is one of the most iconic parts of any BTS concert experience, so it’s highly recommended.
