Judas Priest Kicks Off Faithkeepers World Tour at BOBfest

Judas Priest launched their much-anticipated Faithkeepers world tour on Saturday night at Germany’s BOBfest, electrifying fans with a setlist that spans decades of metal history. The iconic band took the stage at Monchengladbach’s SparkassenPark, delivering a powerful performance that showcased their enduring legacy.

Setlist Highlights

The evening featured a diverse 17-song setlist, with a significant portion drawn from their classic ’80s albums, including Screaming for Vengeance and British Steel. The band also revisited tracks from their earlier work, reaching back to 1976’s “Victim of Changes” while introducing material from their upcoming 2024 album, Invincible Shield, with the song “Panic Attack.”

Notably, Judas Priest revived two beloved tracks from the ’70s—”The Ripper” and “Delivering the Goods”—for the first time since 2019, much to the delight of longtime fans.

Setlist from July 25, 2026

• “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” (from 1982’s Screaming for Vengeance)
• “Metal Gods” (from 1980’s British Steel)
• “Breaking the Law” (from 1980’s British Steel)
• “The Ripper” (first time since 2019) (from 1976’s Sad Wings of Destiny)
• “The Sentinel” (from 1984’s Defenders of the Faith)
• “Desert Plains” (from 1981’s Point of Entry)
• “Lightning Strikes” (from 2018’s Firepower)
• “Turbo Lover” (from 1986’s Turbo)
• “Steeler” (from 1980’s British Steel)
• “Delivering the Goods” (first time since 2019) (from 1978’s Hell Bent for Leather)
• “Panic Attack” (from 2024’s Invincible Shield)
• “Victim of Changes” (from 1976’s Sad Wings of Destiny)
• “Halls of Valhalla” (from 2014’s Redeemer of Souls)
• “Painkiller” (from 1990’s Painkiller)
• “Electric Eye” (from 1982’s Screaming for Vengeance)
• “Hell Bent for Leather” (from 1978’s Hell Bent for Leather)
• “Living After Midnight” (from 1980’s British Steel)

Tour Itinerary

Following their performance at BOBfest, Judas Priest is set to embark on a two-month European tour. This leg of the Faithkeepers world tour is scheduled to conclude on September 21 in London. Fans can look forward to a series of performances across various European cities, making it a summer to remember for metal enthusiasts.

Upcoming Tour Dates

• 7/26 – Halle, Germany @ Messehalle
• 7/28 – Warszawa, Poland @ Torwar I Hala Widowiskowa
• 7/31 – Wacken, Germany @ Wacken Open Air 2026
• 8/2 – Ostrava, Czech Republic @ Ostravar Arena
• 8/4 – Bratislava, Slovakia @ Tipos Arena
• 8/6 – Neu-ulm, Germany @ WileySportPark
• 8/9 – Burton Upon Trent, UK @ Bloodstock Open Air 2026
• 8/12 – Tilburg, Netherlands @ O13
• 8/14 – Bremen, Germany @ Re-Load Festival
• 8/16 – Carhaix-plouguer, France @ MotorCultur Festival
• 8/18 – Salinas De Pamplona, Spain @ Navarra Arena
• 8/20 – Valencia, Spain @ Roig Arena
• 8/23 – Sankt Goarshausen, Germany @ Loreley Amphitheatre
• 8/25 – Pula, Croatia @ Pula Arena
• 8/28 – Belgrade, Serbia @ Belgrade Arena
• 8/29 – Sofia, Bulgaria @ Vidas Art Arena
• 9/1 – Budapest, Hungary @ Budapest Arena
• 9/3 – Pordenone, Italy @ Parco S. Valentino
• 9/5 – Brescia, Italy @ Teatro Clerici
• 9/7 – Bari, Italy, Fiera Del Levante
• 9/9 – Rome, Italy @ Cavea Auditorium Parco Della Musica
• 9/11 – Bern, Switzerland @ Festhalle
• 9/12 – Strasbourg, France @ Zenith
• 9/14 – Lyon, France @ Decines-Charpieu, LDLC Arena
• 9/15 – Bordeaux, France @ Floirac Arena
• 9/17 – Paris, France @ Arena Zenith
• 9/18 – Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National
• 9/21 – London, England @ Eventim Apollo

Conclusion

Judas Priest’s Faithkeepers world tour promises to be an exhilarating journey for both the band and their fans. With a powerful blend of classic anthems and new material, the metal gods continue to prove their enduring relevance in the music industry. As they embark on this extensive European tour, fans can expect a celebration of metal that honors the past while looking towards the future.

FAQs

What is the Faithkeepers world tour?

The Faithkeepers world tour is Judas Priest’s latest concert tour, showcasing a mix of classic hits and new songs from their upcoming album.

When does the tour end?

The European leg of the Faithkeepers tour is scheduled to conclude on September 21, 2026, in London.

Will Judas Priest perform any new songs?

Yes, they performed a new track titled “Panic Attack” from their forthcoming album, Invincible Shield.

Where can I find the full tour itinerary?

The complete tour itinerary is available on various music and fan sites, detailing all scheduled performances across Europe.