Just now: Judas Priest Reveal Initial 2026 Tour Stops

Just Now: Judas Priest Reveal Initial 2026 Tour Stops – Metal Icons Set to Ignite the Stage Once Again

 

In electrifying news for heavy metal fans around the world, legendary British rock band **Judas Priest** has just revealed the **first set of dates** for their highly anticipated **2026 world tour**, sending waves of excitement through the global metal community.

 

The announcement comes fresh off the heels of their epic 2025 farewell collaboration with Metallica, proving once again that **Priest is far from done delivering face-melting riffs and thunderous live shows.**

 

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### ⚡ 2026: A New Chapter in Metal Might

 

Titled **”Hellbound Forever: The Legacy Continues”**, the 2026 tour will showcase Judas Priest’s unmatched energy and firepower, while celebrating over **50 years** of heavy metal excellence. The band made the announcement via social media with a message to fans:

 

> “You’ve kept the faith. Now we’re bringing the fire. See you on the road in 2026 – louder, heavier, and more relentless than ever.”

 

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### 🗓️ Initial 2026 Tour Dates Revealed

 

The first wave of tour stops includes major arenas across Europe and North America, with more dates expected to be announced in the coming months. Here’s a look at the newly confirmed cities:

 

#### **Europe**

 

* **March 5 – Manchester, UK (AO Arena)**

* **March 8 – Glasgow, UK (OVO Hydro)**

* **March 12 – Amsterdam, Netherlands (Ziggo Dome)**

* **March 15 – Hamburg, Germany (Barclays Arena)**

* **March 20 – Milan, Italy (Mediolanum Forum)**

 

#### **North America**

 

* **April 3 – Toronto, Canada (Scotiabank Arena)**

* **April 7 – Chicago, IL (United Center)**

* **April 10 – New York, NY (Madison Square Garden)**

* **April 15 – Dallas, TX (American Airlines Center)**

* **April 20 – Los Angeles, CA (Kia Forum)**

 

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### 🔥 Fan Anticipation at an All-Time High

 

Longtime fans and metal newcomers alike have flooded social media with excitement, with many hailing this tour as a resurrection of the classic metal touring era.

 

> “Rob Halford’s voice. Tipton’s riffs. The leather. The chains. The legacy—it’s all coming back,” one fan tweeted moments after the announcement.

 

Music critics have also noted the significance of this run, with many calling it “the most important heavy metal tour of 2026.”

 

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### 🎟️ Tickets & Presale Information

 

Tickets for the initial 2026 tour dates go on sale **Friday, June 28, 2025**, with exclusive pre-sales available for fan club members starting **June 26**. Special VIP packages include soundcheck access, limited edition tour merchandise, and photo ops with the band.

 

Fans are encouraged to visit the official Judas Priest website (**[judaspriest.com](http://judaspriest.com)**) for the full list of dates, ticket links, and updates as new cities are adds

With decades of anthems under their belt — from *”Breaking the Law”* to *”Painkiller”* — and a reputation for unmatched live intensity, **Judas Priest’s 2026 tour is shaping up to be a defining chapter in the band’s storied legacy.**