The anticipation is high as fans like Racho \u2014 also known as BTS ARMY \u2014 have been eagerly waiting for the group\u2019s return since the hiatus in 2022, where members spent time fulfilling their mandatory service in the Korean military and pursuing their solo projects.<\/p>\n
And for a group that is performing elsewhere at some of the biggest stadiums in the world<\/a>, some may be a little surprised that BTS\u2019s Bay Area shows are at Stanford Stadium, the university\u2019s football stadium near Palo Alto.<\/p>\n But Racho said she\u2019s hopeful she is a chance that the venue may actually help fans \u201cexperience it a little bit more immersively.\u201d<\/p>\n So if you have tickets to one of the three Stanford shows, we\u2019ve compiled this guide on everything you need to know about seeing BTS next week, from parking to bag policy to public transportation and more.<\/p>\n A note: Stanford told KQED that specific details for these BTS shows are still being fleshed out, so we\u2019ll be updating this guide with more information when we have it.<\/p>\n Jump straight to:<\/strong><\/p>\n The BTS shows are scheduled to start at 7 p.m.<\/a> for all three nights.<\/p>\n Information on when doors officially open has not been released yet. But it last-year\u2019s sold-out Coldplay concert <\/a>at the same venue last year, gates were scheduled to open<\/a> at 5 p.m., with the show starting at 5:25 p.m.<\/p>\n While some BTS concerts have started late in other cities, it is worth noting that Stanford has a strict sound curfew at 10 p.m.<\/a> All in all, it might be reasonable to expect these shows to start on time.<\/p>\n Bags that are allowed at Stanford Stadium<\/a> include:<\/p>\n Backpacks are not permitted. There is a bag check located at the Sunken Diamond on the south end of Stanford Stadium and at the north end of the stadium near Gate 10.<\/a><\/p>\n Items that are not allowed<\/a> at Stanford Stadium include:<\/p>\n Be sure to keep an eye out for the weather in the coming days<\/a>, but according to Stanford Stadium\u2019s website, the concert will take place \u201crain or shine.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n You can check out a 3-D rendering<\/a> of Stanford Stadium on the university\u2019s website.<\/p>\n But the Arirang <\/em>tour is performed in the round, on a 360-degree stage, making it even easier for fans to actually see the BTS members.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t mind spoilers, Billboard<\/em> has the tour\u2019s setlist from Tampa, Florida<\/a>, which includes some of their early big hits like \u201cFake Love\u201d and \u201cButter.\u201d<\/p>\n You can buy parking passes, including ADA parking passes<\/a>, on the Stanford website.<\/p>\n If these are sold out, you can try your luck with third-party parking websites like SpotHero<\/a> for other non-Stanford parking options farther away. You may find residents of nearby Stanford neighborhoods are selling parking spots for the night.<\/p>\n If you are from out of town and have rented a car, be sure to read KQED\u2019s guide on the unfortunately common problem of break-ins<\/a> in the Bay Area and keep your vehicle safe.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that Stanford is a pretty spread-out campus, and it could be worth wearing comfortable shoes for any walking you need to do.<\/p>\n Rideshare pickup and dropoff is located<\/a> at the Palo Alto Unified School District, at the intersection of El Camino Real and Churchill Ave. This location is across the street from the stadium and is, according to Google Maps, around a 10-minute walk.<\/p>\n To avoid some of the hassles of parking and rideshare costs, public transportation can be a great option for getting to these concerts.<\/p>\n For some of these transportation options, you can use a Clipper Card, a card or Apple\/Google Pay to tap on and off these services<\/a>.<\/p>\n Be sure to check when the last train leaves for the night. While the concert is likely to end at 10 p.m. sharp, there is a chance that the crowds might make it hard to exit the stadium.<\/p>\n Stanford has a pretty comprehensive guide<\/a> on public transportation in the area, but here are the highlights:<\/p>\n Caltrain<\/strong><\/p>\n The closest Caltrain station to the campus is the Palo Alto stop<\/a>. You can plan your route by using Caltrain\u2019s Trip Planner<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Caltrain station is less than a mile away from Stanford Stadium, but you could catch the free Marguerite Shuttle<\/a> to help you get closer.<\/p>\n For younger fans 18 and under, Caltrain rides are under $1 for one day and $2 for a Day pass.<\/p>\n BART<\/strong><\/p>\n BART provides service through the Peninsula and the East Bay.<\/p>\n You can use BART\u2019s Trip Planner<\/a> for an exact route, but in general, to get to Stanford<\/a>, you would need to transfer to the Caltrain at the Millbrae, Fremont, and Union City stops.<\/p>\n SamTrans<\/strong><\/p>\n SamTrans connects to the Palo Alto train station to all of San Mateo County. You can plan your trip on the SamTrans\u2019 website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.kqed.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/05\/GettyImages-2267034351.jpg\")
What time are the BTS shows at Stanford?<\/h2>\n
What is the bag policy for the BTS shows at Stanford?<\/h2>\n
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What if it rains during the BTS concert in this outdoor stadium?<\/h2>\n
How do I know I have a good seat at Stanford Stadium?<\/h2>\n
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What will the setlist be for BTS\u2019s Stanford shows?<\/h2>\n
What should I know about parking at Stanford for the BTS show?<\/h2>\n
Where are the Uber and Lyft pickup\/dropoff spots for BTS\u2019s Stanford shows?<\/h2>\n
What\u2019s the best way to take public transit to the BTS show?<\/h2>\n
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