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BTS Draws 150,000 to Three Sold-Out Mexico City Shows

The three-night run is projected to add about $107.5 million to the city’s economy, showing how “BTSnomics” turns tours into full-city moments.

Overview

  • BigHit Music said Tuesday the Estadio GNP Seguros concerts on May 7, 9 and 10 drew about 150,000 attendees across the three nights.
  • Local authorities estimated roughly 35,000 fans gathered outside the stadium on Saturday and Sunday, prompting partial traffic controls as viral videos showed crowds singing along.
  • The Mexico City Chamber of Commerce projected about US$107.5 million in economic impact from tickets, travel, lodging and food tied to the shows.
  • Before the concerts, BTS met President Claudia Sheinbaum at the National Palace and greeted about 50,000 fans in the Zócalo after being honored as Distinguished Visitors.
  • Ticketmaster reported more than 2.1 million presale attempts for roughly 150,000 seats, and media reported officials sought extra dates that were not accommodated due to scheduling.