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ARMYs all over the world can't help but squeal in excitement as BTS prepares for an upcoming world tour.

In an announcement released by Big Hit Music, the chart-topping K-pop group revealed the first list of stops for their highly anticipated comeback concerts.

BTS will kick off the tour this year with three shows on April 9, 11, and 12 in Goyang, South Korea.

Other countries included in the initial list are the United States, Mexico, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, France, Argentina, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, and more. Additional tour stops are expected to be announced later, including 2027 dates in Japan, the Middle East, and other regions.

Filo ARMYs felt an extra thrill after spotting Manila on the tour schedule, with shows set for March 13 and 14, 2027. BTS' upcoming visit holds a special place in the hearts of Filipino fans, marking the group's return to the country after nearly a decade.

Meanwhile, Live Nation Philippines has confirmed its handling of the Philippine leg of the tour. Details regarding the venue and ticket sales will be announced at a later date through its official social media pages.

[공지] BTS (방탄소년단) WORLD TOUR 개최 안내 (+ENG/JPN/CHN)

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— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) January 13, 2026

The BTS World Tour 2026 marks the group's first global performance following the completion of their mandatory military service.

The last time that BTS visited Manila as a whole group was in May 2017 for The Wings Tour at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Meanwhile, J-Hope previously performed in the Philippines for his two-day solo concert Hope on the Stage last April 12 and 13, 2025.

Besides the upcoming world tour, BTS is set to have their grand comeback in the music industry with their fifth studio album on March 20.

While waiting for BTS' Manila concert, check out some of BTS's achievements in the past decade, here: