(Photo by Seo-gu District Office/courtesy of Haps Magazine Korea)
As BTS fans from Korea and overseas arrive in Busan for the BTS World Tour Arirang in Busan concerts on June 12 and 13, a number of cultural venues across the city are hosting special programs aimed at concertgoers.
Highlights include:
Purple Night in Busan – Lotte Cinema Busan Main Branch (June 12–13)
Late-night movie screenings followed by overnight access to reclining seats until 7 a.m.
Designed for visitors with late transportation schedules or limited accommodation options.
Capacity of approximately 600 guests over two days.
BTS-Themed Experiences – Zigzag Art Center, Haeundae
Admission benefits for visitors with concert tickets or official merchandise.
Special photo zone inspired by BTS leader RM’s interest in art and museums.
BTS Media Art Exhibition – Arte Museum Busan, Yeongdo
Special exhibition combining BTS music with immersive digital art.
Running through July 3.
ARMY Madang – The Bay 101, Haeundae (through June 14)
Fan gathering space featuring photo zones, DIY activities, and community events.
The Red Moment Busan – Song Sang-hyeon Square (June 11–13)
Themed lighting installations, fusion gugak performances, and traditional fan-making workshops.
Purple Lantern Display – Hongbeopsa Temple, Geumjeong-gu (through June 14)
Temple grounds illuminated with purple lanterns as a welcome to visiting BTS fans.