**BREAKING NEWS: METALLICA ANNOUNCES 2026 GLOBAL TOUR — FULL DATES AND CITIES REVEALED!**
Metallica is hitting the road again — louder, bolder, and bigger than ever. The heavy metal legends have officially announced their **2026 Global Tour**, sending shockwaves through the rock world. Following the massive success of their *M72 World Tour*, this new run promises to redefine the live concert experience with an even more immersive stage design, deeper setlists, and never-before-seen visuals that pay tribute to their four-decade legacy.
Kicking off in **April 2026** in **Los Angeles, California**, the tour will span more than 50 cities across **North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia**. Stops include **Mexico City, Tokyo, Berlin, São Paulo, Sydney, London, and Johannesburg**, before wrapping up in **San Francisco** — the band’s hometown — with a special two-night finale.
The band — **James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo** — promise a setlist that dives deep into their catalog, blending fan favorites like *“Enter Sandman,” “Master of Puppets,”* and *“One”* with fresh material from their upcoming studio project rumored to drop in early 2026.
“Every time we tour, we try to push it further — musically, emotionally, and visually,” Hetfield said in the announcement. “This tour is about connection — with our fans, our history, and the energy that keeps Metallica alive.”
The tour will feature a revolutionary in-the-round stage setup, giving fans a 360-degree concert experience, plus exclusive VIP experiences for members of the **Metallica Family Fan Club**.
Tickets go on sale **November 15, 2025**, with pre-sale access opening for fan club members 48 hours earlier.
Get ready, world — Metallica is gearing up to shake the planet once again in 2026. The metal gods have returned, and the countdown begins now.
