[Official] U.S. Illinois State Designates 'BTS Day' on the Date of BTS Chicago Concert

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Ahead of the boy group BTS's concert in Chicago, the state of Illinois has extended a warm welcome.

Recently, J.B. Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, designated the 27th–28 (local time) as 'BTS Day in Illinois' ahead of BTS's world tour 'BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN Chicago,' to be held at Soldier Field in Chicago on those dates.

The official declaration highlights that BTS has contributed to spreading social values such as mental health awareness, self-love, and charitable activities. It further notes that their core message aligns with the civic values of Illinois and has inspired millions of fans worldwide to participate in community service and donation efforts. The statement encouraged residents to jointly celebrate the unifying power of music, culture, and community.

In fact, BTS became the first K-pop artists to establish an official partnership with UNICEF Korea Committee in 2017, launching the 'LOVE MYSELF' campaign that worked to prevent violence and provide psychological support for children and adolescents in 155 countries and regions. In 2020, they donated $1 million to Live Nation's 'Crew Nation' campaign, continuing their diverse social contribution activities and support for the live performance industry.

Illinois expects thousands of visitors to flock to Chicago during the concert period, fostering historic cultural exchange. The state anticipates this will not only boost the local economy but also serve as an opportunity to promote Illinois as a hub for culture, arts, and entertainment.

This is not the first time a local government has organized an official welcome event for BTS. In Canada, Toronto designated the 22nd–23 as 'BTS Weekend' and temporarily named part of its roads as 'BTS Boulevard.' U.S. Maryland Governor Wes Moore released a welcome video with Korean subtitles ahead of the Baltimore concert. El Paso County in Texas declared the concert period as 'El Paso BTS Weekend' and presented them with the 'Estimado Amigo' award.

Additionally, Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico, met BTS personally and presented a commemorative plaque in the government's name. Emmanuel Macron and his wife, President of France, attended the Paris Stade de France concert in person, among other global leaders showing welcome and interest from around the world.

BTS will continue their North American tour at Soldier Field in Chicago on the 27th–28. This marks BTS's return to Soldier Field approximately seven years and three months after their May 2019 performance as part of 'BTS WORLD TOUR 'LOVE YOURSELF: SPEAK YOURSELF'' — a historic milestone when they became the first Korean artists to hold a solo concert at the venue.

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