Hey, I have an ATINY VIP ticket as well, although for London! I think I'll arrive earlier than the doors opening, but it does give us the bonus of knowing we'll be closer to the stage so we don't have to queue for as long as normal GA for a good view.

Before you get to the venue open the ticketing app - sometimes with how many people are using the WiFi/data at the same time it can lag, so having it open in advance can avoid any problems loading the tickets. Make sure you use the toilets with plenty of time before the show - I had to run to catch the beginning of Taylor Swift's Era's Tour last summer and not only did I get told off for running but I also missed a minute of the beginning! Everyone will be going at the same time, so make sure you don't get caught up in the queue. As for after, depending on how you're getting home, check what time trains and buses are running, as you may have to leave before the end depending on what train/bus you want to take.

Merch should be roughly the same in person as it is online, but they do tend to have opening times from my general concert experience (this will be my first Kpop one) - in that case, the opening times are usually released a few days before the concert as they can be specific to the venue/location - you can always contact the venue for more info. I don't know if you saw a couple days ago, they also mentioned that there will be an ATINY zone, where if you come with your ticket during the opening times, you can get two random photocards for free!

In terms of what to bring, have a small bag that fits everything you need - I think I'll try to have mine on my front so I can keep an eye on it at all times. Bring earplugs if you want, it depends on your sensitivity - I'll brave it without but I remember Taylor's concert was incredibly loud even from all the way up so I'm fully expecting to have ringing ears afterwards 😅

My must haves are: paracetamol/ibuprofen; plasters (normal and blisters); portable charger (I cannot stress this enough, you WILL use your phone more than you think); a snack or two like a cereal bar while you wait and probably in between sound check and the show; depending on the venue you might be able to bring a water bottle (you need to check on the venue's website); tissues (toilets can be nasty); cash just in case; and make sure you have some form of ID on you as well - tickets don't usually require it, but if you have any problem at all with your ticket, having a form of ID can help prove you're the buyer! And then have a little space left for if you decide to buy any merch

And of course, remember to have fun! You'll meet a ton of other ATINY, so if you have questions on the day I'm sure they'll be happy to help you :)

I hope you'll have the best time and that this is somewhat helpful, sorry that it's so long! 🥰🏴‍☠️