Iron Maiden Announces 2026 North American Tour Celebrating 50 Years

Iron Maiden, the iconic heavy metal band, has officially announced the North American leg of their "Run For Your Lives World Tour," commemorating their 50th anniversary. The tour will feature 12 performances across major cities in the United States and Canada, kicking off on August 29, 2026, in Toronto and concluding on September 29, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. This tour will showcase a state-of-the-art production and a setlist focused on the band's first nine albums, spanning from their debut in 1980 to "Fear of the Dark" in 1992.

Iron Maiden Announce 50th Anniversary North American Tour Dates

The tour will include notable stops in cities such as Montreal, Chicago, and Los Angeles, with Iron Maiden supported by thrash metal legends Megadeth, who will perform at all shows, and Anthrax, who will join for select dates. This tour marks Megadeth's final tour, adding significance to their participation.

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Steve Harris, Iron Maiden's bassist, expressed enthusiasm for the tour, stating, “We are greatly looking forward to bringing this ‘Run For Your Lives Tour’ to North America and hope the fans enjoy seeing the show and hearing the set list as much as we do playing it.” He highlighted the camaraderie with Megadeth and Anthrax, noting, “It’s an honor to have them join us on their last ever tour.”

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Bruce Dickinson, the band's lead vocalist, added, “This whole tour has been such great fun. I really enjoy belting out all these great old songs, and the whole band are loving playing them too!” He emphasized the inclusion of classic tracks, some of which have not been performed in the U.S. for over 20 years.

Iron Maiden Announce Massive 50th Anniversary North American Tour

While the tour has been met with excitement, there is a request from the band for fans to limit phone usage during performances. Manager Rod Smallwood noted that this request was well-received during their European dates, enhancing the concert atmosphere. However, some fans may find this request restrictive, as many concert-goers enjoy capturing moments on their devices.

North America!

Ticket sales for the tour will begin with a presale for Iron Maiden Fan Club members on October 28, 2025, followed by a general sale on October 31, 2025. Fans can also expect the return of the Trooper VIP Experience at all venues, along with the introduction of Eddie’s Pop-up Dive Bar, a fan-favorite attraction from their recent European tour.

Iron Maiden Announce Massive 50th Anniversary North American Tour

Iron Maiden's 2026 North American tour promises to be a significant celebration of their legacy, offering fans a chance to experience a monumental live show filled with classic hits and elaborate production.

Iron Maiden Announce Massive 50th Anniversary North American Tour