Archive · 24 Aug 2026
Illinois Proclaims BTS Days Ahead of Sold-Out Chicago Concerts
Illinois has announced two special days for the music group BTS.
The days are August 27 and 28, 2026.
They match BTS’ two concerts at Soldier Field in Chicago.
Both concerts have already sold out.
The shows are part of BTS’ ARIRANG World Tour.
Governor JB Pritzker said the group’s values fit Illinois’ civic ideals.
Fans are expected to celebrate with music, culture and community activities.
BTS last performed at Soldier Field in May 2019.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker proclaimed August 27 and 28, 2026, as “BTS Day in Illinois.”
The designation coincides with BTS’ two sold-out concerts at Chicago’s Soldier Field.
The concerts are scheduled for 8 p.m. on both dates as part of the ARIRANG World Tour.
Chicago BTS ARMY and the HANA Center petitioned for the official recognition.
The shows mark BTS’ return to Soldier Field more than seven years after its May 2019 performances.
- Who
- BTS, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago BTS ARMY and the HANA Center.
- What
- Illinois proclaimed August 27 and 28, 2026, as “BTS Day in Illinois,” ahead of two BTS concerts.
- When
- August 27 and 28, 2026; both concerts are scheduled for 8 p.m.
- Where
- Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.
- Why
- The proclamation recognizes BTS’ visit and follows a petition by Chicago BTS ARMY and the HANA Center.
- Proclaimed dates
- August 27 and 28, 2026
- Concert venue
- Soldier Field, Chicago
- Concert status
- Both shows are sold out
- Concert time
- 8 p.m. on both dates
- Tour
- ARIRANG World Tour
- Previous Soldier Field performances
- May 2019 during the Love Yourself: Speak Yourself tour
- Proclamation sponsor
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker