Jungkook in El Paso: D-1 Event Highlights

The South Korean group BTS performed the first of two scheduled concerts in El Paso, Texas, on May 2, 2026, as part of their Arirang World Tour. The event took place at the Sun Bowl Stadium, marking a significant return to the global stage for the group following a hiatus of nearly four years.

The El Paso dates, scheduled for May 2 and May 3, 2026, represent one of 10 planned stops across the United States. The tour is the group’s first headline series of performances since the Permission to Dance on Stage tour, which concluded in 2022.

Performance Details

During the May 2 performance, the group included surprise songs in their setlist. According to fan reports, these included Outro: Wings.

The choice of El Paso as a tour destination was highlighted by the group in a previous interview on the Elvis Duran Show on Z100. During that appearance, the members stated they were particularly excited to visit the city, which they had not previously visited.

The location of the venue in a border city was noted as a key factor for the event’s accessibility, as it allows fans from Mexico to attend the performances more easily.

Tour Context and Logistics

The Arirang World Tour is organized by BIGHIT Music and HYBE. The series of shows is intended to span 2026 and 2027, signaling the group’s full return to international touring.

The Sun Bowl Stadium hosted the group for two consecutive nights, with the first show beginning at 8:00 PM on May 2 and the second scheduled for 8:00 PM on May 3, 2026.