Commemorating a significant moment in their career, the K-pop icons BTS successfully concluded the offline part of their 2025 BTS FESTA on June 13 and 14 at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang, South Korea.

Held annually to celebrate the group’s debut anniversary with their dedicated fandom, ARMY, this year’s FESTA brought over two weeks of hybrid programming, mixing online content with large-scale in-person events. Attracting more than 60,000 fans from around the world, the 2025 edition was a true celebration.

The offline festivities, significantly expanded in both scale and scope, featured approximately 20 curated installations throughout KINTEX. Among the highlights were large-scale attractions such as the ARMY BOMB PHOTO SPOT and the WHALE PHOTO SPOT, referencing key themes central to BTS’s visual and lyrical storytelling.

Immersive experiences expanded fan engagement throughout the venue. The VOICE ZONE offered intimate, pre-recorded audio messages from each member, creating moments of reflection and emotional resonance. In the BTS LOCKER section, fans got a closer look at who each BTS member is through displays that reflected their tastes, stories, and creative sides. Meanwhile, the TROPHY ZONE displayed more than 50 prestigious awards, each a testament to the shared triumphs of BTS and ARMY over the years.

Interactive stations encouraged active participation, transforming fans into co-creators of the FESTA experience. At the DIY ZONE, attendees made personalised scent sachets inspired by BTS songs and signature aromas. The COLORING WALL became a collaborative canvas where fans added their own artistic touches and messages, building a vibrant collage of joy and longing for BTS’s long-awaited return.

Adding to the city-wide celebration, Ilsan Lake Park was adorned with BTS-themed photo zones, attracting fans and passersby who immersed themselves in the festive atmosphere.

A powerful expression of this reunion came during the encore concert, j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STREET’ FINAL, held on June 13. In an unforgettable surprise, all seven BTS members appeared at the event, sending a shockwave of cheers through the venue as their images lit up the screens.

The emotional high point arrived when Jin and Jung Kook took the stage alongside j-hope. Performing their solo tracks, Jin’s Don’t Say You Love Me and Jung Kook’s hit Seven (feat. Latto), the pair later reunited with j-hope for a great performance of BTS’s Jamais Vu. The performance showed their unbreakable bond, not only among the members but also with ARMY.

This year’s celebration reflected on the past, but also looked ahead, a prelude to BTS’s shared future, glowing with the promise of renewed connection with the fans who’ve stood by them every step of the way.

Images courtesy of BIGHIT MUSIC

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