BTS takes over Makati with ‘SWIMSIDE’ immersive experience

ARMY can visit the Glorietta Activity Center from May 1 to 3.

Filipino ARMY, time to “Swim, swim, I just wanna dive, I just wanna dive.” 

Spotify and BTS launched the “SWIMSIDE” immersive experience in the Philippines to celebrate the group’s comeback and “ARIRANG“ era.

From May 1 to 3, between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m., they can head to the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati—one of the select places worldwide hosting the limited fan event alongside New York, Seoul, Tokyo, Jakarta, Brazil, and Mexico.

Upon entering the “Dockside” entrance, visitors are greeted by a striking red lighthouse nodding to “Swim,” the lead single of “ARIRANG,” BTS’ first album since their hiatus in 2022.

Diving into the fan-favorite zones

Inside, fans may explore themed zones designed for immersion and interaction with fellow ARMY.

At the “Wave Room,” they may snap creative photos against an underwater-inspired backdrop featuring the “ARIRANG” logo.

The “Deep Dive Stream” offers watch parties of BTS music videos and exclusive performances—perfect for going stan mode for Jung Kook, V, Jimin, Suga, RM, Jin, and j-hope.

At the “Fan Chant Lighthouse,” it becomes an all-out karaoke session, where they can belt out BTS hits and cry the loudest ARMY chant.

Visitors can also unwind at the “Sound Wave Bar,” which serves specialty mocktails. But first, they must complete Spotify’s BTS Music Quiz and present their score.

Before leaving, fans can drop by the “ARMY SWIM Club Supplies” booth to pick up exclusive BTS merchandise.

BTS officially staged its comeback with the “BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG” concert on March 21 in Seoul’s historic Gwanghwamun district. The group has since launched its “ARIRANG” world tour, with 82 shows across 34 cities in 23 countries, including the Philippines. The Manila stop is slated for March 13 and 14, 2027.

With reports from Denchelle Castro