Over 60,000 fans gathered at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang, South Korea on 13 and 14 June for 2025 BTS FESTA — the highly anticipated offline celebration of BTS and their journey with ARMY.
Held annually around the anniversary of BTS’ debut, this year’s edition carried extra emotional weight. With all seven members set to complete their military service this June, 2025 BTS FESTA doubled as a tribute to fans and a hopeful sign of the group’s long-awaited reunion.
This year’s offline event brought even more to explore, with around 20 themed booths spread across the venue. Fans flocked to popular photo zones like the towering ARMY Bomb and a glowing Whale installation — both iconic motifs symbolising BTS' journey and bond with ARMY.
Inside, fans were taken on an emotional ride through various exhibits. The VOICE ZONE featured personal audio messages recorded by each BTS member, while the BTS LOCKER displayed curated personal items that gave insight into their individual tastes and personalities. At the TROPHY ZONE, fans relived historic milestones through more than 50 trophies showcasing the group’s global achievements.
Beyond exhibitions, fans had the chance to craft personal memories. The DIY ZONE invited ARMY to create scented sachets inspired by their favourite BTS songs, while a large-scale COLORING WALL quickly filled with drawings, lyrics, and messages of love and anticipation for the members’ return.
Nearby, Ilsan Lake Park transformed into an open-air celebration with BTS-themed photo installations that attracted even more fans — extending the FESTA vibes beyond the halls and into the city.
The most unforgettable moment, however, came on the night of 13 June, during j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ FINAL. When all seven BTS members appeared onscreen at the venue, the reaction was explosive. The cheers only grew louder when Jin and Jung Kook joined j-hope on stage for a special performance of ‘Jamais Vu’, following their solo renditions of ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’ and ‘Seven (feat. Latto)’.
With all members reunited and 2025 BTS FESTA officially wrapped, the countdown to BTS’ next chapter has truly begun — and ARMY around the world are ready.
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