A Public Statement: The Moment Is Now — Metallica and Judas Priest Confirm Legendary Final Joint Tour – Full List of Dates and Cities Unveiled… Learn More 👉

A Public Statement: The Moment Is Now — Metallica and Judas Priest Confirm Legendary Final Joint Tour – Full List of Dates and Cities Unveiled… Learn More 👉

 

A Public Statement: The Moment Is Now — Metallica and Judas Priest Confirm Legendary Final Joint Tour – Full List of Dates and Cities Unveiled… Learn More 👉

 

 

In a moment destined to echo through the halls of metal history, **Metallica** and **Judas Priest** — two of the most powerful and iconic forces in rock music — have jointly released a public statement confirming what fans around the world have long speculated: the two titans will unite for one **final, historic world tour**.

 

Titled **“The Final Dominion: Metal United”**, this tour represents the **first and last global co-headlining run** from the bands that helped shape heavy metal as we know it. The tour will serve as a grand finale, honoring both bands’ extraordinary legacies while giving fans across the globe a final chance to experience them live — together.

 

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### 📜 A Joint Declaration to Fans

 

In their heartfelt open letter to the public, both bands thanked their devoted followers for decades of support, loyalty, and unmatched energy.

 

> “This is more than a tour. It’s a farewell forged in fire. Together, we stand to say thank you — for carrying this music in your hearts for over 40 years,” wrote **James Hetfield** and **Rob Halford** in the shared statement.

 

The letter continued:

 

> “We began on different roads, but the metal brought us together. And now, it will carry us to the finish line. With you.”

 

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### 🗓️ Official Tour Dates and Cities Unveiled

 

Spanning five continents and over 45 cities, **The Final Dominion** tour begins in August 2025 and runs through February 2026. Here are some of the major stops:

 

#### **North America**

 

* **Aug 23 – San Francisco, CA (Chase Center)**

* **Aug 29 – Denver, CO (Empower Field at Mile High)**

* **Sept 5 – New York, NY (Madison Square Garden)**

* **Sept 10 – Toronto, ON (Scotiabank Arena)**

 

#### **Europe**

 

* **Sept 20 – London, UK (Wembley Stadium)**

* **Sept 27 – Paris, France (Stade de France)**

* **Oct 4 – Munich, Germany (Olympiastadion)**

* **Oct 9 – Rome, Italy (Stadio Olimpico)**

 

#### **Latin America**

 

* **Oct 20 – Mexico City, MX (Foro Sol)**

* **Oct 26 – São Paulo, BRA (Allianz Parque)**

* **Nov 1 – Buenos Aires, ARG (Monumental Stadium)**

 

#### **Asia & Oceania**

 

* **Nov 15 – Tokyo, JPN (Tokyo Dome)**

* **Nov 22 – Seoul, KOR (Gocheok Sky Dome)**

* **Nov 29 – Sydney, AUS (Accor Stadium)**

 

#### **Final Show**

 

* **Feb 1, 2026 – Birmingham, UK (Villa Park)** – *The Grand Farewell*

 

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### 🎸 What Fans Can Expect

 

* **Full headline sets** by both bands every night

* Special **joint encores and surprise collaborations**

* Custom-built stage production, pyrotechnics, and visuals never seen before

* Exclusive behind-the-scenes docuseries to follow the tour journey

 

VIP experiences will include early entry, meet-and-greet opportunities, and limited-edition commemorative items.

 

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### 🎟️ Ticketing Details

 

Tickets go on sale **July 5, 2025**, with early access for fan clubs beginning **July 2**. Full details, pre-sale links, and travel packages are now available at [www.thefinaldominion.com](http://www.thefinaldominion.com).

 

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### 🕯️ A Legacy Sealed in Steel

 

Metallica and Judas Priest have defined generations of sound, rebellion, and raw expression. With countless albums, millions of fans, and timeless anthems like *“Enter Sandman”*, *“Painkiller”*, *“Master of Puppets”*, and *“Breaking the Law”*, this tour is more than a goodbye — it’s a moment of **musical unity and closure**.