Iron Maiden Expands 2026 North American Tour with Additional Dates
Iron Maiden, the iconic heavy metal band, has responded to overwhelming demand by adding two new dates to their highly anticipated 2026 North American leg of the Run for Your Lives tour. The legendary group will now perform two consecutive nights at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena on August 29 and 30, and at Los Angeles’ BMO Stadium on September 25 and 26.
General public tickets for these North American shows will go on sale this Friday. Fans can find the complete itinerary for Iron Maiden’s North American tour below.
Supporting Acts for the Tour
On nearly all stops of the 2026 tour, Iron Maiden will be joined by fellow metal titans Megadeth, who are gearing up to release their self-titled final album in January. Additionally, the legendary thrash band Anthrax will provide support at select shows, adding even more excitement to the tour lineup.
Celebrating 50 Years of Metal Excellence
The ongoing Run for Your Lives tour, which kicked off in May, celebrates Iron Maiden’s remarkable 50-year legacy. The setlist will encompass tracks from the band’s first nine albums, starting with their self-titled debut in 1980 and culminating with the beloved Fear of the Dark from 1992.
Lead vocalist Bruce Dickinson expressed his enthusiasm for the tour, stating, “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 significance of the setlist, which includes classics such as “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” “Run to the Hills,” “The Trooper,” “Number of the Beast,” “Killers,” “Powerslave,” and “2 Minutes to Midnight,” many of which haven’t been performed in the U.S. for over two decades. Dickinson also hinted at the inclusion of epic tracks like “Rime of the Ancient Mariner” and “Seventh Son of a Seventh Son,” stating, “We are doing them all and more. I mean, who wouldn’t for a 50th birthday party!”
Iron Maiden’s 2026 North American Tour Dates (New Dates in Bold)
Aug. 29 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena *
Aug. 30 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena *
Sept. 3 – Montréal, QC @ Parc Jean-Drapeau *^
Sept. 5 – Harrison, NJ @ Sports Illustrated Stadium *^
Sept. 9 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden *
Sept. 11 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live *
Sept. 12 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion *
Sept. 15 – Hershey, PA @ Hersheypark Stadium *
Sept. 17 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life Festival
Sept. 19 – Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater *
Sept. 22 – Chicago, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre *
Sept. 25 – Los Angeles, CA @ BMO Stadium *^
Sept. 26 – Los Angeles, CA @ BMO Stadium *^
Sept. 29 – San Antonio, TX @ Alamodome *^
Oct. 2 – Mexico City, MX @ Estadio GNP Seguros (special guests TBA)
* Megadeth
^ Anthrax
Conclusion
With the addition of these new dates, Iron Maiden’s Run for Your Lives tour promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for metal fans across North America. The chance to witness the band’s classic hits live, along with iconic support acts like Megadeth and Anthrax, makes this tour an essential event for rock enthusiasts. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this monumental celebration of heavy metal history!
FAQs
When do tickets for the new tour dates go on sale?
Tickets for the newly added North American dates will go on sale to the general public this Friday.
Who will be opening for Iron Maiden during the tour?
Megadeth will be supporting Iron Maiden on most dates, while Anthrax will join the lineup for select shows.
What songs can fans expect to hear during the tour?
Fans can look forward to a setlist featuring classics from Iron Maiden’s first nine albums, including iconic tracks like “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” “Run to the Hills,” and “The Trooper.”
Is this tour part of a special celebration?
Yes, the Run for Your Lives tour commemorates Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary, making it a significant event for fans and the band alike.
