The Singapore Tourism Board and HYBE will run a month-long, island-wide BTS fan event in December, with eight partner venues and 13 landmarks lit red.
TL;DR
- BTS THE CITY ARIRANG runs 1 to 31 December 2026 across Singapore, separate from the four sold-out National Stadium concerts on 17, 19, 20 and 22 December.
- Eight partners are confirmed, from Jewel Changi Airport to Sentosa, and 13 landmarks will glow ARIRANG red nightly from 8 to 22 December.
- Ticketing, prices and which activations are free have not been announced.
What is BTS THE CITY ARIRANG in Singapore?
BTS THE CITY ARIRANG is a city-wide fan experience organised by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the national tourism agency, and HYBE, the entertainment company behind BTS. It runs from 1 to 31 December 2026 alongside the group's ARIRANG world tour. STB says Singapore is the first and only Southeast Asian stop in 2026, after editions in Seoul, Las Vegas, Busan, London and New York.
When are the BTS concerts, and is the city event the same thing?
They are separate. The concerts are at the National Stadium on 17, 19, 20 and 22 December 2026, and STB describes the run as sold out. The city event is a month-long programme of installations, shows and takeovers, but STB has not yet said which parts need tickets.
Where can you go during the event?
STB lists eight partners:
- Jewel Changi Airport: a themed light and music show at the Rain Vortex
- Mandai Wildlife Reserve: a landmark-themed takeover of Exploria, an immersive multimedia attraction
- National Gallery Singapore: an Art Trail pairing BTS music with the Pop after Pop: Art around Us artworks
- National Museum of Singapore: themed light and sound installations
- Resorts World Sentosa: fireworks set to BTS music, plus themed experiences in Universal Studios Singapore
- Sentosa: a rave, a drone show, a themed race and immersive installations
- The Kallang: interactive experiences across themed zones
- Zouk Singapore: opening and closing night takeovers
Which landmarks will light up red?
From 8 to 22 December, 13 landmarks in Marina Bay and along the Singapore River will light up in ARIRANG red each night: Anderson Bridge, Cavenagh Bridge, Clemenceau Bridge, Coleman Bridge, Elgin Bridge, Gardens by the Bay, Millenia Tower, Ord Bridge, OUE Bayfront, Singapore Flyer, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, The Helix Bridge and The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore.
Why does it matter for locals and visitors?
Expect crowds around Marina Bay, Sentosa and the Civic District, so plan transport and dining early, especially from 17 to 22 December. STB's Oliver Chong called it the largest city-wide destination project the board has collaborated on with a partner for any recording artist, and STB says the activities are also meant to boost Singapore's nightlife. For other December plans, see our guide to the free Christmas village at Marina Bay Sands (https://hotinsg.com/christmas-together-2026-at-marina-bay-sands-free-entry-christmas-village-runs-27-to-29-november/) and the after-dark neighbourhood guide (https://hotinsg.com/grab-travel-pass-vouchers-in-singapore-a-neighbourhood-and-after-dark-guide-until-31-october/).
What is not confirmed?
STB has not announced ticketing, pricing, or which activations are free. More partner and activation details are promised later, and STB notes that information may change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BTS THE CITY ARIRANG free?
Not confirmed. STB's release gives no ticketing or pricing details, so check STB and partner venue channels for updates.
How long does BTS THE CITY ARIRANG run in Singapore?
It runs for the whole of December, from 1 to 31 December 2026.
Do I need a concert ticket to join the city event?
STB presents the city event separately from the four National Stadium concerts, which it says are sold out. Whether specific activations require tickets has not been announced.
Sources and Method
Based on the Singapore Tourism Board media release of 19 October 2026, checked against Malay Mail's report of the same date. Quotes are attributed. No ticketing details were available at the time of writing, and details may change.
