BTS’s return from military service is turning Korea purple as global ARMYs flock to the country to celebrate the group’s long-awaited reunion.
Must-Visit BTS Destinations in Korea
- KINTEX 2 Exhibition Hall (Goyang): The main venue for BTS Festa 2025, featuring themed booths and interactive zones on June 13-14.
- Goyang Sports Complex: Hosting J-Hope’s “Hope on the Street Final World Tour” finale.
- HYBE HQ & Nine One Hannam (Yongsan): See the giant “WE ARE BACK” banner and purple-themed installations celebrating BTS’s discharge.
- Seongsu-dong Wall Art: A massive mural honoring V’s return, the largest fan project of its kind.
- Specialty Cafes: Themed cafes like Marin Coffee (V’s discharge & 12th anniversary), Diluru Cafe (Jimin-focused), and Spring Day Cafe (Festa gifts) offer unique fan experiences.
- Luna Yang Art Gallery (Yongsan): Open to the public for BTS-themed fan art from June 6-14.
- Yeoncheon (near Jungkook’s unit): Celebrated with free Baskin Robbins drinks for soldiers and special bus ads.
- Busan Seomyeon: Digital posters and video ads congratulate Jimin in popular shopping districts.
ARMY-Led Celebrations Nationwide
From bus stops in Yeoncheon, Yongsan, and Hannam-dong to vibrant fan projects in Seoul and Busan, ARMYs have filled Korea with purple pride. While official discharge events remain private, fan-led festivities make this BTS reunion unforgettable.
This marks BTS’s first full-group comeback since 2022, promising cherished memories for ARMYs worldwide.
