'BTS THE CITY ARIRANG' is coming to Singapore this December with island-wide fan experiences

Singapore is turning into an ARMY playground this December.

BTS are bringing their city-wide fan experience, BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE, to the Lion City from 1 to 31 December, marking the project's first and only Southeast Asian stop.

Announced by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and HYBE on 19 October, the month-long celebration will feature BTS-themed attractions, immersive installations, light shows, and nightlife experiences across Singapore.

Billed as the largest island-wide fan activation ever organised for a recording artist in Singapore, the festivities will coincide with BTS' four sold-out concerts at the National Stadium on 17, 19, 20, and 22 December, as part of their BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG'.

First launched in Seoul in March, BTS THE CITY ARIRANG has since travelled to Las Vegas, Busan, London, and New York. Singapore will serve as the project's final destination for the year.

What can ARMY expect from BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE?

From a BTS soundtrack accompanying fireworks to a rave and drone show, fans can look forward to experiences at some of Singapore's best-known attractions.

Highlights include:

• Jewel Changi Airport: A BTS-themed light and music show at the iconic Rain Vortex.

• Mandai Wildlife Reserve: A themed takeover of Exploria, the reserve's new immersive multimedia attraction.

• National Gallery Singapore: An Art Trail combining BTS' music with artworks from Pop after Pop: Art around Us.

• National Museum of Singapore: BTS-themed light and sound installations.

• Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa: A fireworks display synchronised to BTS' music, alongside other themed experiences.

• Sentosa Island: A BTS music-themed rave and drone show, a themed race, and immersive installations.

• The Kallang: Interactive experiences spread across multiple themed zones.

• Zouk Singapore: Opening and closing night takeovers featuring dedicated music and experiential programming.

Beyond these attractions, Singapore's skyline will also get an ARIRANG makeover.

From 8 to 22 December, landmarks around Marina Bay and the Singapore River will illuminate in ARIRANG red each night.

Participating locations include Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Flyer, The Helix Bridge, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Anderson Bridge, Cavenagh Bridge, Elgin Bridge, Coleman Bridge, Clemenceau Bridge, Ord Bridge, Millenia Tower, OUE Bayfront, and The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore.

 

 

 

 

 

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The initiative marks another collaboration between STB and HYBE, whose partnership began in 2024 through projects involving K-pop artists, content creation, and music video productions.

"This is the largest city-wide destination project we have collaborated on with a partner for any recording artist, and we are proud to bring this exclusive experience to the region for the first time," shared Oliver Chong, Assistant Chief Executive, International Group at STB.

HYBE added: "We hope BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE will offer fans and visitors from around the world a special way to experience and celebrate the music of BTS and close out the year together."

The announcement follows BTS' return to the global stage with their fifth studio album, ARIRANG, released in March. The record debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while its lead single 'SWIM' topped the Billboard Hot 100.

Further information on individual activations and participating partners will be announced at a later date.