Global metal icons Metallica have announced the UK and Ireland leg of their highly anticipated M72 World Tour 2026, reports The WP Times, citing Live Nation UK and Ticketmaster.
The band will headline four major stadiums next summer — London, Dublin, Cardiff, and Glasgow — bringing their groundbreaking No Repeat Weekend format and 360-degree in-the-round stage production to over half a million fans across the British Isles.
The M72 Tour continues Metallica’s massive two-year global campaign supporting their latest studio album 72 Seasons. Each city will host a unique experience: No Repeat Weekends in London and Dublin will feature two completely different setlists across two nights, while Cardiff and Glasgow will host powerful One Night Only shows.
Tour Dates – UK & Ireland 2026
| Date | City | Venue | Format | Support Acts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 & 21 June 2026 | Dublin, Ireland | Aviva Stadium | No Repeat Weekend | Gojira & Knocked Loose / Pantera & Avatar |
| 25 June 2026 | Glasgow, Scotland | Hampden Park | One Night Only | Gojira & Knocked Loose |
| 28 June 2026 | Cardiff, Wales | Principality Stadium | One Night Only | Pantera & Avatar |
| 3 & 5 July 2026 | London, England | London Stadium | No Repeat Weekend | Gojira & Knocked Loose / Pantera & Avatar |
Each No Repeat Weekend delivers two distinct concerts with entirely separate setlists and alternating support acts — meaning no song is performed twice. The legendary Snake Pit remains at the centre of the stage, providing fans with a 360° view of the band’s explosive energy.
About the M72 World Tour 2026
The M72 World Tour 2026 represents Metallica’s most ambitious live project to date.
The European leg begins on 9 May 2026 in Athens and continues through Bucharest, Chorzów, Frankfurt, Zurich, Berlin, Bologna, Budapest, Dublin, Cardiff, Glasgow, and London.
Produced by Live Nation, the tour will support Metallica’s charitable foundation All Within My Hands, which has raised over $20 million for education, hunger relief, and disaster response worldwide.
Exclusive fan options include the I Disappear Ticket, granting access to every European show, and the Black Box Lounge VIP experience, which offers backstage tours, early entry, and private hospitality.
Each concert will also feature fan events, pop-up merchandise shops, and charity auctions between the No Repeat Weekend shows.
James Hetfield on the UK & Ireland Shows
“London and Dublin have always been pure fire. Cardiff and Glasgow — you’ve waited long enough. We’re coming back heavier, louder, and more connected than ever. Every night of the M72 Tour is a new story, and every crowd makes it their own.”
Tickets & Presales
General sale for Metallica’s M72 World Tour 2026 UK & Ireland shows begins Friday, 30 May 2025 at 10 AM local time via Ticketmaster.co.uk and Metallica.com.
Fan Club presales open Tuesday, 27 May 2025 at 9 AM, and Single-Day tickets for No Repeat Weekends will be available from 25 July 2025.
Travel packages including hotel and transport will be offered through MetallicaTravel.com.
Ticket Pricing (Indicative Range)
| Category | UK (GBP) | Ireland (EUR) | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tickets | £95 – £195 | €110 – €220 | Seated / Standing zones |
| Golden Circle / Snake Pit | £230 – £340 | €270 – €390 | Front zone + early entry |
| VIP Packages | £520 – £850 | €600 – €980 | Lounge access, merch, hospitality |
| Service Fees | ≈ 12 % (£15 max) | ≈ 10 % (€20 max) | Ticketmaster charges |
A portion of all ticket proceeds supports Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation, providing funding for community colleges, food banks, and emergency aid across Europe.
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