iHeartRadio is one of the largest radio and music media brands in the United States, operating hundreds of radio stations nationwide and hosting several prestigious events, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival—an annual music festival that has been held since 2011 and brings together some of the most influential artists in the αмєяι¢αn music industry.
Meanwhile, BTS are no strangers to the iHeartRadio ecosystem. The group has participated in numerous iHeartRadio events, including the iHeartRadio Music Awards, iHeartRadio Jingle Ball or 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival, where they performed нιт songs such as "Dynamite," "Make It Right," "Spring Day," and "Boy With Luv."
Six years after their most recent appearance at an iHeartRadio event, BTS have officially confirmed their return to the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 stage!
According to iHeartRadio's latest announcement on June 2, BTS will perform on the festival's opening night, September 18, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. In addition to BTS, the lineup includes major artists such as Benson Boone, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, and more. Particularly noteworthy are Zara Larsson and Snoop Dogg, both of whom have previously collaborated with BTS, sparking widespread excitement among fans who are hoping to see the first-ever live performance of either "A Brand New Day" or "Bad Decisions."
The news has understandably sent the global ARMY community into a frenzy while also intensifying anticipation for what is expected to be an extremely competitive ticket-buying battle. To avoid мιѕѕιиg BTS's highly anticipated performances at this music festival, here is everything you need to know beforehand.
When it comes to purchasing tickets, there are two sales phases: a Capital One cardholder presale and a general public sale. The presale will run from **1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT on Wednesday, June 10** (which is **2:00 AM KST on June 11, 2026**) until **1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT on Friday, June 12** (which is **2:00 AM KST on June 13, 2026**).
To participate in the presale, buyers must use an eligible Capital One Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card. Capital One private-label credit cards are not eligible. Each transaction is limited to a maximum of eight tickets during the presale period.
After the presale ends, tickets will become available to the general public. The public sale begins at **2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT on Friday, June 12**, which corresponds to **3:00 AM KST on Saturday, June 13, 2026**, and will continue until all tickets are sold out. One important note is that the running order and artist lineup may be subject to change. However, BTS's performance date is fixed and has been officially scheduled for **September 18**.
Attendees should also carefully review T-Mobile Arena's venue policies before arriving to avoid issues at security checkpoints. The arena enforces a fairly strict bag policy: backpacks and standard-sized bags are not permitted inside the venue. Only small personal bags with a maximum size of **9 x 5 x 2 inches** are allowed. Additionally, T-Mobile Arena prohibits professional cameras with detachable lenses or external flash equipment.
The venue also operates under a **No Re-Entry** policy, meaning guests who leave the arena during the event will not be allowed to re-enter. Fans are strongly encouraged to review the full list of permitted and prohibited items here: https://www.t-mobilearena.com/plan-your-visit/bag-check-policy to avoid any unfortunate incidents that could affect their concert experience.
Meanwhile, although there are still three months to go before the highly anticipated event, excitement among fans has already spread across social media:
- Zara Larsson performs before BTS and they transitions sets with ABND. Trust me and get ready
- Omg let's goo. Can't wait to see them perform
- BTS AND CARDI CRUMBS LET'S GOOOOOOOO. I'm waiting for you guys
- BTS is the only name that isn't in chronological order and instead placed at the very top of the list. Kinda sorta headline act
- My favorite 90s, 2010s and 2020s bands all coming together: Goo Goo Dolls, Muse and BTS
- Im begging for a Zara Larson and bts interaction plssss
- Omg let's gooooooo. I'm looking forward to watching BTS perform! I can't wait to see Jimin and his long blonde hair. Also, will Jimin and Jungkook be receiving their award too for winning Favorite On Screen?
- 99.9999999% of the au∂ιєnce will be armys
- WAIT WHATTTTTT. D*MN BTS SO BUSY THIS YEAR. I hope they get enough time between concert, halftime show, now this and everything else to rest as well
- The world stopped for a moment and now BTS are pressing play again
