Breaking: Judas Priest and Metallica Reunite for Earth-Shaking 2026 Stadium Tour — The Biggest Hard Rock Event in History Set to Explode Across North America and Europe Next Summer
In a thunderous announcement that has sent shockwaves through the global metal community, Judas Priest and Metallica have officially confirmed a joint 2026 stadium tour — a monumental collaboration being hailed as the biggest hard rock event in history.
Set to ignite stages across North America and Europe, the *”Masters of Metal”* tour will bring together two of the genre’s most legendary forces for a summer of pure sonic devastation. With over a century of combined dominance, this marks the first time the titans have co-headlined a full-scale global tour, making it an unmissable celebration for rock purists and metal maniacs alike.
Kicking off in June 2026 at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, the tour will hit major cities including New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Toronto, and Stockholm, before concluding in August with a colossal finale at Wembley Stadium. Each show promises full headlining sets from both bands, complete with pyrotechnics, deep cuts, and epic collaborations rumored to feature both bands sharing the stage.
“This is the tour fans have been dreaming of,” said Metallica’s James Hetfield. “We’re bringing the full arsenal — it’s going to be loud, raw, and historic.” Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford echoed the sentiment: “We’ve always had a deep mutual respect. Now it’s time to unleash hell — together.”
Tickets go on sale this November, with a fan club presale launching one week prior. VIP packages, exclusive merch, and a limited-edition vinyl box set commemorating the tour will also be available.
Prepare your ears and brace your soul — summer 2026 will be forged in steel, sweat,and volume.
