TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — As K-Pop band BTS prepares to kick off their world tour at Raymond James Stadium, Tampa officials announced that an entire road will be closed for a week while crews set up a massive merchandise tent.

Starting Wednesday, Tampa Bay Boulevard will be closed in front of Raymond James Stadium to allow crews to set up the merch tent.

On Thursday, thousands of fans are expected to visit the site to shop ahead of the band’s three stadium performances.

BTS will be performing at Raymond James Stadium on:

Saturday, April 25 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 at 8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 28 at 8 p.m.

The section of Tampa Bay Boulevard in front of the stadium will reopen on Wednesday, April 29.

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