BTS debuts in Peru with three sold-out Lima concerts

South Korean group BTS arrived in Lima on October 5 for their first-ever concerts in Peru, part of the global Arirang World Tour. The septet — RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook — performed three sold-out shows at Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9, and 10, 2026.

An estimated 118,000 fans attended across the three nights, with tickets averaging S/844 each. The Lima Chamber of Commerce projected the events would generate between S/150 million and S/200 million in economic activity, covering tickets, hotels, restaurants, transport, and merchandise.

“Good evening Lima, it's our first time in Lima, we want this night to be special”

The opening concert on October 7 began at 8:00 p.m. after gates opened at 4:00 p.m. Member Jung Kook addressed the crowd in Spanish, saying, "Good evening Lima, it's our first time in Lima, we want this night to be special." Jimin, whose 31st birthday fell on October 13, received a drone tribute from fans on October 8.

Authorities deployed over 180 public buses and a heavy police presence to manage crowds. The Municipality of Lima reported collecting seven tonnes of waste after the second show. Scalpers resold tickets for up to S/6,000, and some fans paid S/40–60 for queue spots.

The setlist featured 23 songs including "Fake Love," "Mic Drop," "Fire," "Idol," "Butter," and "Dynamite." During the final concert, Jung Kook modified a lyric in "Into the Sun" to reference Peru directly.