BTS concert in Mexico City attracts record-breaking crowd of 50,000 fans
May 7, 2026 • Al Jazeera
BTS Makes Appearance at Mexico’s National Palace, Draws Large Crowd
K-pop group BTS made a public appearance on the balcony of Mexico’s National Palace earlier today. The event took place after the group met with President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Following the meeting, fans gathered in the Zocalo area, where they were able to catch a glimpse of the group from the palace balcony. According to estimates, around 50,000 people attended the gathering within a short period of time.
The appearance was part of preparations for BTS’s upcoming concert in Mexico City. The event is expected to generate significant revenue for the city, with estimates suggesting it will exceed $100 million.
Details of the meeting between BTS and President Sheinbaum are not yet available. However, the group’s visit has been seen as a positive development for cultural exchange between Mexico and South Korea.
The concert is scheduled to take place in the coming days, and fans have expressed excitement about the event. The appearance at the National Palace was one of several high-profile events planned by BTS during their visit to Mexico City.
Further information on the group’s activities and the concert will be provided as it becomes available.
Source: Al Jazeera