From Pop Art to Pop Culture: National Gallery Singapore unveils ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE’ experiences this December

From an exclusive art trail to an after-hours rave, discover where art, music, and pop culture converge at the Gallery.

SINGAPORE, 10 November 2026 – This December, National Gallery Singapore turns up the volume on art and popular culture with ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE’, presenting an exciting line-up of experiences alongside its blockbuster exhibition, Pop after Pop: Art around Us. From an art trail pairing iconic artworks with songs from BTS' latest album, ARIRANG, and specially curated guided tours, to an electrifying after-hours rave, interactive installations, and themed dining experiences, visitors can look forward to a vibrant celebration of art, music, and creativity from 11 to 31 December 2026.

Bringing together two worlds that have shaped popular culture across generations, the collaboration invites visitors to discover intersections between visual art and contemporary music.

Set against the backdrop of the Gallery's iconic architecture, ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SINGAPORE’ at National Gallery Singapore offers fans and visitors a distinctive opportunity to engage with the museum beyond its galleries. Journey through Southeast Asian and international artworks, dance beneath the soaring ceilings of the historic Singapore Courtyard, and contribute personal reflections to a collective installation. Together, these experiences transform the Gallery into a vibrant cultural playground where art, music, and community come together, welcoming both longtime museumgoers and first-time visitors alike.

Pop Into the Gallery with ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’

Step into the world of ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’ at National Gallery Singapore, where art, music and shared experiences come together across the Gallery's historic spaces. Begin your journey with the specially curated Pop after Pop | BTS THE CITY ARIRANG Art Trail, which pairs 14 artworks from Pop after Pop: Art around Us with songs from BTS' latest album, ARIRANG. Available as both guided and self-guided experiences, the trail features artworks by renowned artists such as David Hockney and Apinan Poshyananda. Visitors will uncover stories behind the artworks and listen to accompanying tracks, before capturing memories at the Gallery Photozone across the Gallery. Visitors who purchase a guided Art Trail ticket will have the exclusive opportunity to purchase a BTS THE CITY ARIRANG | National Gallery Singapore Bandana. Available to the first 100 visitors only, each visitor may purchase up to one item while stocks last.

For those looking to turn up the energy, the Gallery's iconic Singapore Courtyard will transform into a vibrant after-hours dance floor on 18 and 19 December, with the BTS THE CITY ARIRANG Gallery Rave bringing fans together for two nights of BTS-inspired remix sets, immersive lighting, and projections. Visitors who purchase a BTS THE CITY ARIRANG Gallery Rave ticket will have the exclusive opportunity to purchase a BTS THE CITY ARIRANG | National Gallery Singapore water bottle. Available to the first 500 visitors only, each visitor may purchase up to one item while stocks last. With Pop after Pop: Art around Us also open late on both evenings, visitors can experience the Gallery in an entirely different light.

Fans can also look forward to the BTS POP-UP: ARIRANG, the flagship pop-up in Singapore, taking place at the Gallery's Supreme Court Terrace from 4 to 31 December 2026. Featuring official concert merchandise and immersive visual displays, the pop-up offers another way to engage with the world of ARIRANG.

Visitors can also enjoy specially curated ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’-inspired menus, drinks, and treats at participating Gallery dining establishments, including Bakery Brera, Rempapa, and Milli – Sky Dining, Bar & Lounge. Throughout the Gallery, dedicated photobooths called Gallery Photobooth and photo spots will offer plenty of opportunities to capture memorable moments and complete the ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’ experience.

Tickets will go on sale on 17 November 2026 at nationalgallery.sg/BTSTHECITYARIRANG. More information on ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’ at National Gallery Singapore can be found in the annex, and more information on Pop after Pop: Art around Us can be found here.

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