James Hetfield and his indomitable bandmates in **Metallica** have unleashed the beast — officially announcing the **2026 leg** of their epoch-defining **M72 World Tour**, set to ignite stadiums across the globe once again. Revealed on **October 25, 2025**, this next chapter promises to be even louder, bolder, and more explosive than ever before.
Following the staggering success of their 2023–2025 run — which shattered attendance records and redefined the modern metal experience — the legendary quartet is gearing up to storm into **North America, Europe, South America, Japan, and Australia** in 2026. Each city will feature Metallica’s signature “**No Repeat Weekend**” format, delivering two completely unique setlists and stage setups, giving fans double the energy, double the fire, and double the metal.
Frontman James Hetfield, joined by Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo, has described this phase of the tour as “**a victory lap for the fans who’ve kept the flame burning since day one.**” The production will feature cutting-edge stage design, immersive surround sound, and mind-blowing pyrotechnics — a true testament to the band’s four-decade reign over heavy metal.
With classics like *Enter Sandman*, *Master of Puppets*, and *One* expected to return alongside new tracks from *72 Seasons*, anticipation is reaching fever pitch. Metallica’s team also confirmed a lineup of special guests and local openers for each leg — making every night a unique metal celebration.
Tickets go on sale next month, with fan club pre-sales launching first. As the world braces for another year of thunder, one thing is clear: **Metallica isn’t slowing down — they’re just getting started.**
