BTS will embark on its highly anticipated ARIRANG World Tour to California in September, with four sold-out concerts at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles, with all fans expected to come out to the show (September 1, 2, 5 and 6, 2026) and how many people will be there in all the big cities to see BTS back in a live Los Angeles stage.
SoFi Stadium has also released some information about parking, entry, bags and other rules for fans to look out for before the concert day.
The California concerts are among the key North American stops on BTS' ARIRANG World Tour.
The tour marks the group's return to the global concert circuit after completing the mandatory military service. For the last few months, BTS’s earlier stops on the tour have already attracted huge interest - BTS played in packed stadiums in many cities.
The three Stanford Stadium concerts earlier this year attracted a combined audience of around 150,000 people.
BTS SoFi Stadium Concert Timings
Visitors to the Los Angeles shows should plan their journey well in advance. Parking lots will open at 8:00 AM, and stadium gates will open at 6:00 PM, SoFi Stadium's official event information says. The concert will begin at 8:00 PM on each show date.
The stadium urges fans to arrive early since crowds and security checks will be in place and there will be traffic around the venue.
Concertgoers need to have their mobile tickets ready when they arrive at the stadium.
Importantly, screenshots of tickets will not be accepted. Fans can access their Ticketmaster tickets through the SoFi Stadium app, Ticketmaster app or Ticketmaster.com and ideally add their tickets to their mobile wallets before arriving.
Entry Rules for BTS fans
All stadium entrances will be open for BTS concerts, but fans of certain ticket types will have to be aware of specific entrances. VIP Soundcheck ticket holders need Entries 9C and 9D while floor seats must enter through Entry 9D.
Before arriving at the stadium, fans should check the gate or entry number on their mobile ticket.
That way, they will avoid unnecessary walking around the venue and delays during the busy entry period.
Another major rule is that re-entry will not be allowed. Guests who leave the stadium will not be allowed to return using the same ticket. The venue has also said camping and overnight parking are not allowed.
SoFi Stadium Bag Policy
The management of the bag policy is a must for BTS fans before going to the concert.
SoFi Stadium has a clear bag policy. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags are allowed as long as they do not exceed 12 x 6 x 12 inches.
Clear backpacks and fanny packs are also permitted under the event rules, but they must be completely transparent and cannot have tint, holograms, printed patterns or stickers.
Fans can also carry a small non-clear clutch bag measuring no more than 4.5 x 6.5 inches, with or without a handle or strap.
Larger purses, regular backpacks, luggage, computer bags, camera bags, diaper bags, coolers and other non-approved containers are prohibited.
If fans accidentally arrive with an oversized or prohibited bag, SoFi Stadium will have bag valet trailers outside the stadium for a fee. The event-specific information is that bag valet will be located at Entries 5, 7, 9D and 12.
Parking and Transportation
Parking is also a big deal for BTS concertgoers. SoFi Stadium suggests purchasing parking in advance as on-site parking rates increase on event days. So fans going to the venue need to plan parking before they arrive.
For those who don't want to drive, there are rideshare services and taxis. The rideshare drop-off point is on the northbound curb lane on Kareem Court, just east of Kia Forum.
Drivers should drive into Kareem Court from westbound Pincay Drive on Crenshaw Boulevard and follow traffic control officers' directions. The post-event pickup area is on Kareem Court and Manchester Boulevard.
Off-site parking is also available through Inglewood Park & Go, a parking opportunity near SoFi Stadium that gives users remote parking near the stadium. Fans can use those facilities as a replacement for stadium parking.
Plan Ahead for the ARMY experience
With four sold-out shows and thousands of BTS fans expected at each concert, we need to plan ahead. People should download their tickets, check their assigned entry, follow clear-bag rules and arrange parking or transportation before leaving for the venue.
SoFi Stadium is also a cashless facility, so fans should be prepared to spend with credit cards, debit cards or mobile payments for purchases inside the stadium. There is free Wi-Fi at the venue.
For ARMY members heading to Inglewood, the BTS ARIRANG concerts are a big part of the group’s 2026 world tour.
With the correct tickets, a bag and transportation plan in place, fans won’t be stuck in a rut of delay and BTS will get to come back to Los Angeles in 2026.
Concert policies can change, so fans should check the official SoFi Stadium event information and their pre-event communications before arriving at the venue.
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