I became a BTS fan during the pandemic. In fact, BTS was one of the brightest lights for me during this time (—I mean, they still are, especially as we’re still in a pandemic at the time of writing this post). For my regular readers who may not know who BTS is, a brief introduction before I get into the topic of this post. For BTS ARMY who have landed on this post, scroll down for the Vegas details!
Ahem, so about that primer. BTS are without a doubt, the biggest musical act in the world today.
You have definitely heard a BTS song—even if you didn’t realize who was singing it.
BTS is comprised of seven, extremely multi-talented artists and wonderful humans who have touched the lives of so, so many people around the world—their fiercely loyal and lovely fans, called BTS ARMY (I’m proud to be part of BTS ARMY!)
They are a Korean pop (Kpop) band that have transcended borders. Their music is played, their music videos viewed, their accounts engaged with, from fans around the world.
I had thought many times since becoming a fan, about what might be my first BTS blog post. Would it be, sharing my favourite BTS songs? Would it be highlighting some of my favourite episodes of Run BTS (a variety web show starring the members)?
Well, when BTS announced they’d be doing a concert in April 2022 in Las Vegas, and I was able to get tickets (!!!), the topic of my first BTS blog post emerged—what businesses in Vegas would offer BTS deals, specials or themed events to align with the concert?!
For ARMY who will be flying into Vegas from all over the world for a BTS-weekend, where could we go and what can we do to enhance the BTS Vegas concert experience further?
BTS is well-known for selling out *everything* they’re involved in.
When they did their Los Angeles concert in late 2021 (I was doing an IVF treatment, otherwise I would have attempted to go to that concert as well lol), they singlehandedly (well, x7 of them), boosted the L.A. economy. Hotels, restaurants, and businesses offering BTS-themed specials or events, all got huge boosts in revenue. (Call it the BTS Effect).
So I did a bit of digging (and will continue to do some digging) to start this list of BTS deals, specials, themed events and other activities that BTS ARMY might be interested in when they descend onto Las Vegas this April 2022.
From cup sleeve and vendor events to restaurant deals, I imagine BTS tattoo shop specials?!?!, BTS club nights and more, have fun planning your BTS-filled Vegas weekend!!
I have a Twitter thread for this as well but figured a blog version could help non-Twitter ARMY.
I could probably talk about BTS forever but I’ll get to the focus of this post for now lol:
BTS in Las Vegas: Guide to Deals, Specials, Themed Events and Activities for BTS ARMY in April 2022
Originally posted: March 17, 2022
Last updated: April 8, 2022
Total Events/Activities/Promos: 20+
Listed in alphabetical order
Please check business websites / social media accounts or message them directly to verify whether events or deals are still happening, or whether things are sold out, etc.
Please be safe if meeting up with strangers!
Please let me know of any BTS-themed deals, events, activities, etc. you come across that will be offered for BTS ARMY in Las Vegas this April 2022 and I’ll add to the list!
** OFFICIAL BTS POP-UPS AND PROMOS **
BTS is turning Las Vegas into its own BTS Festival playground with official pop-ups and other activities!
Official BTS in Las Vegas Experiences
In addition to the concerts and Live Play, ARMY can experience the following:
- BTS – Party in the City (concert after parties – TICKETED)
- April 8, 9, 15, 16, 2022
- BTS – PTD Pop-Up at AREA15 (The Grounds – FREE)
- April 5 – 17, 2022
- BTS – Behind the Stage – PTD Photo Exhibition at AREA15 (A-LOT, TICKETED)
- April 5 – 17, 2022
- BTS – Fountains of Bellagio (music show – FREE)
- April 5 – 17, 2022 @ 7 p.m.
- BTS – Cafe in the City at Mandalay Bay (Korean meal from Michelin Star Chef – TICKETED)
- April 5-17, 2022
- BTS Official Merch Booth at Allegiant Stadium and MGM Grand Garden Arena
- April 7-9, 14-16, 2022
- BTS Themed Hotel Rooms with MGM Resorts
- April 6-18, 2022
I share more links and details about each piece as I find them below.
Separate notices with more details about experiences will also be shared officially by BTS via the Weverse app, so make sure you have that before you head to Vegas!
Note: the map and wait times are better viewed from your phone
Official BTS Concert After Parties
Date/Time: April 8, 9, 15 and 16 from 10:30 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Address: JEWEL Nightclub (ARIA), 3730 S Las Vegas Blvd., NV 89158, USA
JEWEL Night Club at ARIA will play host to the official BTS concert After Parties on Friday, Saturday April 8 + 9, and Friday, Saturday April 15 + 16. Reserve your tickets in advance!
From JEWEL Night Club: “PARTY IN THE CITY Don’t let the heat from the concert go away! Check out the special BTS remix stages from best DJs in town!”
Official BTS Pop-up Cafe/Dining Experience
Date/Time: April 5-17, 2022
Address: Noodle Shop, Seabreeze Cafe @ Mandalay Bay (3950 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV)
The official BTS Cafe in the City pop-up will take place at Noodle Shop, Seabreeze Cafe in Mandalay Bay. Reserve your spot for a 3-course, specially curated meal featuring BTS’ favourite Korean dishes prepared by Michelin star Chef Back Sung Ook (Akira Back).
Seatings are only for groups of 2, 4, 6, or 8 people. Reserve a spot before it sells out!
Official BTS Pop-up + Photo Exhibit at Area15
- Website / Details for FREE Pop-up Experience
- Website / Details for TICKETED Photo Exhibit
- AREA15 Website
Date/Time: April 5-17, 2022
Address: AREA15 3215 S Rancho Dr., Las Vegas, NV, 89102 USA
There will be official BTS FREE and TICKETED pop-up experiences at AREA15, an immersive entertainment and events district in Las Vegas.
- The free experience features access to exclusive merch, a dance cube, curated installations and immersive sets, photo and video friendly experiences, that allows you to journey through BTS’ history, music video highlights and iconic moments (100,000 sq. ft experience throughout Area15)
- The ticketed experience is an intimate photography exhibition that takes you behind-the-scenes of the concert experience and their process, sharing exclusive moments as they prepare, perform, and play.
BTS Official Fountains of Bellagio Show
Date/Time: From April 8, likely until end of the second concert weekend
Address: Fountains of Bellagio, 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas NV 89109, USA
- FREE “magnificent water show featuring BTS music” at the famous Fountains of Bellagio.
- On opening weekend 3 p.m. to midnight, a show on the hour every hour
- I’m unclear if this timing also applies to the second weekend or throughout the week, though on the official Weverse app it lists the shows as happening daily 3 p.m. to midnight
- Bellagio staff I called told me that the BTS themed show would be “part of their regular rotation” outside of the opening weekend hours
MGM Resorts – BTS Room Packages
* NOTE ALL MGM BTS PACKAGES ARE NOW SOLD OUT
MGM Resorts’ Las Vegas properties are offering special room rates with BTS keepsakes for the concert. You get a special note card from BTS, BTS postcards and photo cards, plus a BTS branded room door hanger if you book through MGM with their special BTS code.
Don’t forget BTS Concert Etiquette!
Not event or activity related, but thought I’d include these concert etiquette reminders from @Army_Connect on here to keep in mind before you head to the show!
** UNOFFICIAL / FAN EVENTS AND PROMOS **
8 oz Korean Steak House
Website | Facebook | Instagram
Date/Time: April 7-10 and April 14-17 (11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. / 11:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.)
Address: 4545 Spring Mountain Road B #105, Las Vegas, NV 89102 USA
8 oz Korean Steak House in Las Vegas is offering Permission to Dance concert specials from April 7-10 and April 14-17. Enjoy unlimited Korean BBQ lunch and dinner specials. The restaurant will also play BTS music and offer themed drinks!
* They have apparently been overwhelmed with interest so are not taking reservations for post-concert dates (you can attempt walk-in!)
Thanks to @moodoborahae for the heads up!
Allegiant Stadium BTS Concert Food Specials
Date/Time: April 8, 9, 15, 16 (concert dates)
Address: Allegiant Stadium
Silver and Black Hospitality, the hospitality group that operates food and beverage at Allegiant Stadium, is doing food specials for the BTS concerts!
The specials and their locations at the stadium are:
- Pork Belly Bahn Mi- Crispy pork belly, pickled daikon and carrot, gochujang aioli on a rice flour baguette. Available in 150 level Suites!
- Kalbi Ribs- Grilled beef short ribs, marinated in sweet kalbi sauce. Available in 150 level Suites!
- Dynamite Dog- Kimchi footlong with Siracha Aoli. Available at Taste of the Nation- Section 117 and 141!
- Kimchi Footlong- with siracha aioli and fresh cilantro. Available inside of Twitch and Modelo Clubs!
- “Gangnam”- with spice pickled cucumbers, pork belly, and sushi nori
Available inside of Twitch/Modelo Club and Neon Dog. Available at Section 104! - Chop Cabbage Chicken Salad- Napa Cabbage, radicchio, mandarin orange, grilled chicken breast, toasted sesame seeds, fried wonton crisps, and honey soy vinaigrette. Available in Champions and Credit One Clubs!
- Tofu Soup- Napa cabbage, green onions, garlic, spicy dashi broth. Available in Champions and Credit One Club!
- Desserts- Lemon Yuzu Bars, Equator Slice, Thai Tea Panna Cotta, Matcha Tiramisu, BTS Shortbread Cookies
Thank you to @BTSArmyLasVegas for the heads up!
BTS Cupsleeve USA Pop-Up
Date/Time: April 9, 10, 16, 17 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: Bambu Dessert Chinatown, 4069 Spring Mountain Rd. Las Vegas, NV, 89102, USA
BTS Cupsleeve USA / Together Forever Shop are presenting a Permission to Dance Cupsleeve Event for both show weekends in Las Vegas. There will be freebies, raffles, vendors, photo areas, performers, and giveaways April 9, 10, and 16, 17, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bambu Dessert in Las Vegas Chinatown. RSVP to attend!
BTS Caught in Vegas Bubble Tea Pop-up
Date/Time: April 17 from 1 – 7 p.m.
Address: Feng Cha (5845 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas, NV., 89146, USA)
There will be a BTS cupsleeve event at Feng Cha on April 17 from 1-7 p.m. presented by mintz_cafe. Cupsleeves, photo cards, photo strips, small prints and other freebies come with your drink order.
BTS Characters Pop-up Shop
at Fashion Show Mall
Date/Time: Check Fashion Show Mall Hours
Assume that this will be open every day until end of second weekend (but not 100% sure)
Address: Fashion Show Mall 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S Ste. 600, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (1st Floor, next to Men’s Macy’s)
There is a BTS “Characters” pop-up shop at Fashion Show Mall selling both BT21 and TinyTan products. They also have life-sized TinyTan character signage you can take photos with!
Thanks to @nochuismine and @LizRiv00 for the heads up!
Club 90s BTS Rave
Date/Time: April 10, doors open at 8 p.m.
Address: 24 Oxford at Virgin Hotels 4455 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89169, USA
Club 90s is throwing a BTS Rave party on Sunday, April 10 (ages 18+) at 24 Oxford Virgin Hotels. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Thanks to @armyswhotravel for the heads up!
Daydream Magic Shop – ARMY Freebie Meet-up
Date/Time: April 8, 9, 15, 16 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Address: Mandalay Garden located at the front entrance of Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino (3950 South Las Vegas Blvd).
Daydream Magic Shop is hosting a BTS ARMY Freebie Meet-up on April 8, 9, 15, and 16 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. “Freebies, goody bags and trades each day before the concerts start.”
Flower Vante BTS Event at Feng Cha
Flower Vante: Website | Instagram
Feng Cha Bubble Tea: Website | Instagram
Date/Time: April 10 and 14, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Address: 5845 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas, NV, 89146, USA
* Note Feng Cha has multiple locations. The event is happening at Spring Mountain Rd. location
Flower Vantae is holding a BTS event at Feng Cha bubble tea in Las Vegas on April 10 & 14!
“There will be vendors, RDP, freebie trading, free goodies, raffle, giveaways and SO MUCH MORE!!!!!”
House of Cards – A BTS Brunch Event
* NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED—EXPECT AN OFFICIAL BTS EVENT DURING THIS DAY/TIME INSTEAD! DETAILS TO COME.
presented by BTS Las Vegas and Fave for Fans
BTS Vegas: Twitter / Fave for Fans: Twitter
Date/Time: April 9 and 16th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Address: PWKY Tavern 9820 W Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV, 89147, USA
BTS Las Vegas and Fave For Fans are hosting the House of Cards—A BTS Brunch Event at PKWY Tavern on April 9 and April 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets are $45/person and include—brunch! Plus photo ops, a live DJ and more. Tickets go on sale March 23, 2022 through the ‘Fave’ app. (All ages welcome).
You can scan the QR code in the poster for the app/ticket access.
Thanks to @lady_with_luv7 for the heads up!
Hyper X Arena BTS Club Night at Luxor
presented by BTS Vegas + Fave for Fans
* NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED—EXPECT AN OFFICIAL BTS EVENT DURING THIS DAY/TIME INSTEAD! DETAILS TO COME.
BTS Vegas: Instagram / Fave for Fans: Instagram
Hyper X Arena: Website | Instagram
Date/Time: April 14 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Address: HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas
(Luxor Hotel & Casino – 3900 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, 89119, USA)
BTS Vegas and Fave for Fans are putting on a special BTS Club Night (ages 21+) at the HyperX Arena at Luxor Hotel & Casino on April 14 from 9 p.m. to 2 am. This will be a ticketed event.
Karaoke Q Studio – Permission to Sing with ARMY
Karaoke Q Studio: Website | Facebook | Instagram
Date/Time: April 10 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. (check for additional dates)
Address: 3400 South Jones Boulevard #11 Las Vegas, NV 89146, USA
Karaoke Q Studio in Las Vegas is hosting a BTS Permission to Sing with ARMY (+taste tour of Korea) night on Sunday, April 10 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. You must be 21+. Everyone will receive BTS goodies, they’re offering Korean special dishes. As of this blog entry, tickets were sold out but you were asked to join a waitlist if interested for more dates or cancellations.
Thanks to @lady_with_luv7 for the heads up!
Lunch with ARMY at Moo Woo Korean BBQ
Moo Woo Korean BBQ: Website | Instagram
Date/Time: April 10 at 12 p.m.
Address: Moo Woo Korean BBQ (5770 Centennial Center Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas, NV, 89149, USA)
BTS ARMY member @moxnixart is hosting a Las Vegas Celebration – Lunch with ARMY at Moo Woo Korean BBQ on April 10 at 12 pm.
Luxor BTS Themed Waffles (Pyramid Cafe)
Date/Time: April 8, 9, 15, 16
Address: Luxor Hotel & Casino (3900 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89119)
Luxor hotel’s Pyramid Cafe is offering purple BTS themed ube bubble waffles with infused ube butter! The waffles are only available on concert dates (April 8, 9, 15, 16)
Lyft Promo for BTS ARMY
Lyft ride share is offering 10% off for ARMY if you use code PTD2022. You can also “unlock a special purple surprise” within the app if you use code PTDLYFT.
Our Heart Shakers Event at Ume Tea Shop
Our Heart Shakers: Website | Instagram
Ume Tea Shop: Website | Instagram
Date/Time: April 9 from 12-4 p.m. and April 10 from 12-7 p.m.
Address: 4850 W Flamingo Rd. #46, Las Vegas, NV, 89103, USA
“Our Heart Shakers” is hosting a BTS Las Vegas Cup Sleeve event with various BTS-themed vendors at Ume Tea Shop in Las Vegas on April 9 (12 – 4 p.m.) and 10 (12-7 p.m.). There will be photo opportunities and a special BTS menu too.
Seoul Korean Restaurant BTS Pop-Up
Date/Time: April 2022
Address: 6870 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas, 89146 (next to Greenland Korean Supermarket)
K Plus Pop is hosting a BTS pop-up at Seoul Korean Restaurant next to Greenland Korean Supermarket in Las Vegas featuring BTS and BT21 merchandise, albums, DVDs, and much more!
Thanks to @TATAMOCHII for the heads up!
Seven Tattoo Studio BTS Tattoo Event
Date/Time: April 8, 9, 15, 16 – 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Address: Seven Tattoo Studio (5850 Polaris Ave. Suite 1200 – one block south of Allegiant Stadium)
Seven Tattoo Studio is hosting a BTS Tattoo Event on concert dates where Army can choose from pre-determined BTS themed tattoos. $40 per design. They are permanent, set in size, most in black ink, and done on a walk-in basis (be prepared to wait in line). You must be 18+ with ID to get a tattoo.
Thanks to @BTSArmyLasVegas for the heads up!
Spring Valley Library BTS Celebration
Spring Valley Library: Website | Instagram
Date/Time: April 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 4280 S. Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89103, USA
Celebrate BTS at Spring Valley Library! They are offering a number of activities for all ages on Sunday, April 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (and I’m told you don’t need a library card to attend!) First come first serve activities include:
- Pick up a take-and-make fan to bring to the concerts and keep cool during the Vegas heat!
- Collect freebies around the library if you inquire or sign up for library services and programs
- Attend Family Hour at 3pm and create an awesome craft for young ARMYs and families
- BTS bracelet craft for older kids and teens
- Photo ops at several stations
- Learn Korean basics and language learning apps guides
- BTS themed book displays
- Check out the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) table for BTS-inspired freebies, coloring books, and more information about their programs and services!
Thanks to @BTSArmyLasVegas for the heads up!
… and more to come!
Remember to please check business websites / social media accounts or message them directly to verify whether events or deals are still happening, or whether things are sold out, etc.
Please let me know of any BTS-themed deals, events, activities, etc. you come across that will be offered for BTS ARMY in Las Vegas this April 2022 and I’ll add to the list!
Also plan to visit: KPop Stores in Las Vegas
Although these stores have not confirmed if they’re doing BTS-themed events or promos, if you just wanted to check out Kpop stores in Las Vegas (that do carry BTS products and BT21 merch), you can plan to visit:
- Kpop USA (5755 Spring Mountain Rd #3, Las Vegas, NV, 89146, USA)
- Kpop 1004 (7400 S Las Vegas Blvd #320, Las Vegas, NV 89123, USA)
Thanks to @moonchild875_ for the heads up!
Specific to Edmonton, Alberta ARMY:
If you’d like to get BTS themed nails done, get 10% off your appointment at V5 Nails in south Edmonton using code LINDORK10 (include in Notes for online booking or reference when you call to book) in April + May 2022. You can do shades of purple like me, or Permission to Dance colours, or really anything you want—they can do multiple colours and custom nail art designs.
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4 Comments
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF THIS INFO!!! I am so looking forward to this!
Thank you for putting all of this together! I am definitely a Non-Tweeting Army. I call your first BTS blog post is a success.
So much useful information, I don’t know where to begin! Thank you so much.
This is awesome! I regret not knowing about you, your website, and your BTS blog post prior to going to Vegas for their PTD concert. But I can truly appreciate the time and effort you put into it nevertheless! Looking forward to future posts and info! :-)