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Survival guide for a BTS concert

Spoiler alert, you’re going to need more than faith, trust and pixie dust.
Katherine Martinez, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2026
Katherine Martinez
The author shows off parts of her BTS collection including Funko Pops, McDonald’s Happy Meal toys and albums she has collected so far.

BTS has officially made their comeback after a three-year hiatus from group activity. Some people have said their comeback is almost as iconic as Jesus resurrecting from the cave. A fan on X made a shrine with BTS’ toys from McDonald’s with the caption: “Please lord take me now if BTS’ new album doesn’t have Prod. Yoongi.” 

Unfortunately for that A.R.M.Y., they must meet their maker because we only got special guest Diplo as a producer (at least it wasn’t Charlie Puth).  

Their 14-song album, “Arirang,” made waves across the music scene with hit solo “Swim” featuring Lily Reinhart in the music video—#bugheadforlife. It was the most pre-saved album on Spotify for 2026 until Olivia Rodrigo came along, God, it’s so brutal out here. 

With the new album comes a new worldwide tour. There are almost 100 stops and with more to come, so how do you prepare for such an anticipated, epic event? Fret not, we at InsideFullerton have seen multiple TikToks on what to bring, so here is our ultimate guide to the do’s and don’ts for BTS’ “Arirang” Tour so you can make the most of the $1000 tickets. 

The author does the signature finger hearts associated with K-Pop culture. (Katherine Martinez)

Do: 

  • Bring a pure soul. The A.R.M.Y. can sniff out even the weakest of links; make sure you have your evil eye necklace on you. 
  • Have your light stick and photo cards. Make sure to set up the new light sticks at the booths featured around your chosen stadium. 
  • Dance around. If you’re a real fan, show everyone by standing up in your seat and dancing along to “Dynamite” and “Butter.” Better yet, scream as loud as you can for those songs and stay silent for the rest! 

Don’t: 

  • Bring a significant other. The ticket you gave to your stinky boyfriend should be for an actual fan. The only exception is for boyfriends who are not like other guys, they must be sensitive enough to cry along to “Spring Day”.  
  • Get your Aegyo on. While you may think it’s the perfect time to show off your finger hearts, it actually is not. Save the cuteness for sweet maknae Jung Kook and Baby Mochi Jimin. 
  • Collect freebies. You may see A.R.M.Y.s walking around offering little trinkets for free. Whatever you do, do not take them. It’s a way of sacrificing your soul to the K-Pop gods so BTS can stay number one. In fact, throw their creation on the ground to assert your dominance.

Taken from the Summer 2026 print issue of Inside Fullerton. Read it here.

About the Contributor
Katherine Martinez
Katherine Martinez, Editor-in-Chief
Katherine (a.k.a. Kitty) is a Journalism major with a knack for politics. She has won awards at JACC, ACP and LA Press Club. She enjoys chicken ceaser wraps, matcha and U.S. presidential history.