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Babymetal Announces 2026 North American Tour
4/1/2026, 1:41:34 PM
Overview of the Tour
Japanese heavy metal band Babymetal has announced a North American tour set to commence on September 2, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. The tour will feature support from American rock bands Halestorm and Violent Vira. This tour marks a significant return for Babymetal, who have gained international acclaim since their formation in 2010.
Tour Schedule
The North American leg of the tour includes performances in major cities across the United States and Canada. The complete schedule is as follows:
- August 30 – San Diego, CA @ Petco Park
- September 2 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
- September 4 – Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
- September 5 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
- September 7 – Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre
- September 9 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
- September 10 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
- September 12 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
- September 13 – Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- September 15 – Charlotte, NC @ Truliant Amphitheater
- September 16 – Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- September 18 – Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
- September 19 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life
- September 21 – St Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
- September 23 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
- September 25 – The Woodlands, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
- September 26 – Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
- September 29 – Albuquerque, NM @ First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
- October 1 – Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
- October 3 – Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival
Ticket Sales
Tickets for the tour will be available through various presales starting on April 6, 2026, at 10 a.m. local time. An artist presale will be followed by a Citi cardmember presale, with general sales commencing on April 10, 2026.
Recent Achievements
Babymetal's recent album, "Metal Forth," released in 2025, has received significant recognition, debuting at No. 9 on the Billboard 200. This achievement marked the first time an all-Japanese fronted group has entered the U.S. Top 10. The album has garnered over 200 million global streams and sold 36,000 equivalent album units in its first week.
Criticism & Opposition
While Babymetal has a dedicated fanbase, some critics argue that their unique blend of heavy metal and J-pop may not resonate with traditional metal audiences. However, the band's influence in reshaping the genre and inspiring a new generation of female musicians is widely acknowledged.
What's Next
Following the North American tour, Babymetal will also embark on a Latin American tour, with presales beginning on April 20, 2026. The group continues to expand its reach and influence in the global music scene.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Fronted by three dynamic women — Su-Metal, Moametal, and Momometal — Babymetal has helped reshape the face of metal, inspiring a new generation of women and girls who see themselves in this sound and on these stages,” — Live Nation
