All three BTS concerts in Mexico are unsurprisingly sold out

Last updated: May 07, 2026 | 07:51

Handout picture released by Mexico's presidency press office showing Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum with South Korea's K-pop band BTS at the Palacio Nacional in Mexico City on May 6, 2026. AFP-HANDOUT

A purple takeover, indeed. Ahead of BTS’ three-night ARIRANG tour stop in the capital, the band paid a visit to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum at the National Palace on Wednesday (local time), and yes, they even stepped out onto the palace balcony to greet screaming fans below.

Earlier in the day, Sheinbaum had confirmed the meeting during a regular press briefing, calling BTS a group that “always carries messages of friendship, peace, and love.” The moment felt especially fitting given her long-time support for the band.…