Illinois declares 'BTS Day' ahead of Chicago concerts
The U.S. state of Illinois has designated the dates of K-pop supergroup BTS' upcoming Chicago concerts as "BTS Day in Illinois," the group's agency said Monday. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker proclaimed Aug. 27 and 28 (U.S. time) as "BTS Day in Illinois," coinciding with BTS' performances at Soldier Field in Chicago on its "Arirang" world tour. "BTS has transcended international borders and utilizes…
Illinois has declared August 27 and 28 as BTS Day, in recognition of the upcoming concerts by K-pop supergroup BTS during their Arirang world tour in Chicago. Governor JB Pritzker made the proclamation, citing the band's alignment with Illinois' civic values of mental health awareness, self-love, and global philanthropy. BTS has inspired millions of fans, known as the ARMY, to engage in community service and charitable giving.
The governor encouraged residents to embrace the unity of music, culture, and advocacy. BTS previously held a standalone concert at Soldier Field in May 2019 during the Love Yourself: Speak Yourself world tour.
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