Legendary British heavy metal pioneers **Judas Priest** have officially revealed their highly anticipated farewell tour for 2026—**“One Last Ride.”** In a heartfelt video montage shared across social media, frontman **Rob Halford**, the iconic “Metal God,” delivered the emotional announcement to fans around the world.
The tour is set to launch in **Birmingham, UK**—the band’s birthplace and a cornerstone of heavy metal history—at the **Utilita Arena** on **March 21, 2026**. From there, the band will trek across major cities in **Europe and North America**, with additional stops confirmed in **Mexico City** and **São Paulo**, among others.
Initial confirmed dates include:
* **March 21 (Birmingham, Utilita Arena)**
* **March 24 (London, The O2)**
* **March 28 (Paris, Accor Arena)**
* **April 1 (Berlin, Mercedes‑Benz Arena)**
* **April 5 (Madrid, WiZink Center)**
* **April 12 (Stockholm, Friends Arena)**
* **May 2 (New York City, Madison Square Garden)**
* **May 6 (Chicago, United Center)**
* **May 10 (Los Angeles, Crypto.com Arena)**
* **May 15 (Mexico City, Foro Sol)**
* **June 3 (São Paulo, Allianz Parque)**([Hysportblog][1])
Rob Halford emphasized the sentiment behind the tour: *“This isn’t goodbye—it’s a celebration of everything we’ve built together… One Last Ride to be a monument to heavy metal, forged with love, steel, and fury.”*
As expected, fan reactions have been explosive. Social media was instantly awash with nostalgia, memories, and tributes. One fan tweeted: *“Judas Priest got me through my darkest days. One Last Ride means one last thank you.”*
