On May 22, 2025, Metallica officially confirmed that their massive **M72 World Tour** will continue into **spring and summer 2026** with a highly anticipated **European leg**. The announcement came after months of speculation from fans who noticed gaps in the band’s schedule following the North American shows. The group, known for their electrifying live performances and record-breaking attendance numbers, revealed that the next phase of the tour will bring them back to major European cities and several new locations they haven’t played in decades.
The M72 Tour, launched in 2023 to support Metallica’s album *72 Seasons*, has been one of the band’s most ambitious undertakings to date. Featuring their innovative “no repeat weekend” format—two completely different setlists and opening acts in each city—the tour has redefined the concert experience for both longtime fans and newcomers. With a state-of-the-art stage design that places the band in the center of the stadium, audiences have been treated to an immersive 360-degree performance unlike anything in Metallica’s history.
For the 2026 European leg, the band is expected to visit countries such as Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom, along with potential stops in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe. Rumors suggest that a few festival appearances may also be part of the itinerary. In a statement, Metallica expressed their gratitude to fans worldwide, promising “more heavy, more loud, and more nights to remember.”
The continuation of the M72 World Tour further cements Metallica’s status as one of the most enduring and influential rock acts of all time. As the band approaches its fifth decade together, their ability to fill stadiums across continents remains unparalleled—proving once again that Metallica’s reign in the world of heavy metal shows no sign of slowing down.
