BTS Reportedly Planning Biggest Tour with 65 Shows in 2026

BTS reunites after all members' military service.
A massive sixty-five show world tour is planned.
Their new album arrives in spring 2026.

The long wait is almost over. With all seven members of BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook) now officially reunited after the successful completion of their mandatory military service, the world of music and the global ARMY are buzzing with an anticipation that's been building for years. The group formally reconvened on July 1st of this year, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a highly anticipated new chapter.

While the members have been actively pursuing solo projects, the collective focus has now squarely shifted to their return as a full group. The confirmation of a comeback is just the beginning; the real storm is brewing around what is poised to be their most ambitious and grandiose project to date, set to redefine the scale of global tours.

BTS Is Gearing Up for Their Biggest Tour Ever in 2026

Beyond the studio, the most electrifying rumor taking the industry by storm is the scale of BTS's planned 2026 world tour. According to multiple reports, including a detailed one from Bloomberg, the group is not just planning a simple return to the stage; they are plotting what is being described as their "biggest tour ever."

The numbers being discussed are staggering which is a massive 65-date global trek, with more than 30 of those stops slated for North America alone. To put this into perspective, their last full-group performances were in 2022, and their previously planned world tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This 2026 tour is positioned not just as a comeback, but as a definitive reclaiming of their throne, potentially visiting more cities and reaching more fans than ever before.

If these plans hold, industry experts from publications like Pollstar suggest it could easily become one of the most lucrative tours in pop history, potentially eclipsing the estimated $300 million they earned from tours between 2015 and 2022.

However, in a statement that tempers excitement with official caution, Big Hit Music has stated.

“Details regarding the dates and scale of BTS’ new world tour remain unconfirmed. The dates you mentioned are not the latest number we are discussing.”

“Nothing has been decided. Specific details will be announced later."

So, while the ambition is clear, the final blueprint is still being drawn up, promising an announcement that will undoubtedly send shockwaves through the entertainment world.

Any Spoilers for the BTS Comeback Album?

When it comes to the specifics of their new music, BTS has been characteristically secretive, letting out just enough information to fuel the excitement. The one solid confirmation is that a new group album is scheduled for a spring 2026 release.

Reports from outlets like the Korean Herald have narrowed this down further, pointing towards a late March 2026 release window. The group has been deeply immersed in the creative process, reportedly spending several months in the United States working on the record.

This album will be their first full-group studio album in six years, following 2020's BE, making it a monumental event in its own right.

The most telling hints, however, came straight from the leader, RM, during a heartfelt WeVerse livestream in July, the first broadcast featuring all seven members together since September 2022. He didn't just confirm the album; he set the tone for it.

“We’re planning to release a new group album next spring,” RM said.

“Starting in July, all seven of us will gather and begin preparations. Since this is a full-group album, it will reflect everyone’s thoughts. We’re approaching it with the mindset of going back to our roots," he added.

“We’re planning a world tour to go along with the new album. We’ll be visiting different parts of world, so please look forward to it," RM concluded.

This "back to our roots" philosophy has fans speculating intensely about the sonic and thematic direction of the new music, suggesting a powerful and reflective return to the core identity that propelled them to global stardom.

The stage is being set for a historic 2026. The combination of a deeply anticipated album, forged from years of individual growth and collective reunion, and a tour of unprecedented scale promises more than just a comeback, it signals a global cultural resurgence. BTS is not merely returning to the music scene, they are preparing to dominate it once again, on their own terms, with a project that aims to be as meaningful to them as it will be to the millions of fans who have been waiting patiently for this very moment.

Source: Hype Beast, The Korea Times, Independent, Korea Herald, BBC