What To Know
- Iron Maiden has officially revealed the North American leg of their Run For Your Lives World Tour, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary with a killer setlist drawn from their first nine albums (from 1980’s Iron Maiden to 1992’s Fear of the Dark).
- The tour includes a massive show in New Jersey on September 5, 2026, at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ—with Iron Maiden headlining, Megadeth opening, and Anthrax rounding out the lineup.
- “We are greatly looking forward to bringing this Run For Your Lives Tour to North America… It’s an added bonus to have a few of our good friends on the tour with us.
Iron Maiden has officially revealed the North American leg of their Run For Your Lives World Tour, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary with a killer setlist drawn from their first nine albums (from 1980’s Iron Maiden to 1992’s Fear of the Dark). Kicking off in late August 2026, this stadium and amphitheater run features thrash metal heavyweights Megadeth as special guests on all dates (billed as their final tour ever) and Anthrax joining for select stadium shows. It’s a dream bill for metal fans!
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The tour includes a massive show in New Jersey on September 5, 2026, at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ—with Iron Maiden headlining, Megadeth opening, and Anthrax rounding out the lineup. This NYC-area gig is one of the tour’s biggest stadium stops, promising an epic night of classic metal anthems.
Full North American Tour Dates
Here’s the complete schedule:
| Date | City | Venue | Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2026 | Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena | Megadeth |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Montréal, QC | Parc Jean-Drapeau | Megadeth, Anthrax |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Harrison, NJ | Sports Illustrated Stadium | Megadeth, Anthrax |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Boston, MA | TD Garden | Megadeth |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Bristow, VA | Jiffy Lube Live | Megadeth |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Charlotte, NC | PNC Music Pavilion | Megadeth |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Hershey, PA | Hersheypark Stadium | Megadeth |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Louisville, KY | Louder Than Life Festival | Festival lineup |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater | Megadeth |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Chicago, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre | Megadeth |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Los Angeles, CA | BMO Stadium | Megadeth, Anthrax |
| Sep 29, 2026 | San Antonio, TX | Alamodome | Megadeth, Anthrax |
Notes: Anthrax joins for the stadium shows marked with ^. The Louder Than Life date is a festival headlining slot.
Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris shared his excitement: “We are greatly looking forward to bringing this Run For Your Lives Tour to North America… It’s an added bonus to have a few of our good friends on the tour with us. Megadeth are playing all the shows and it’s an honour to have them join us on their last ever tour.”
How to Get Tickets for the NJ Show (and Beyond)
Tickets are in high demand for this anniversary celebration—don’t sleep on them! Here’s the breakdown:
- Iron Maiden Fan Club Presale: Starts Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 10 a.m. local venue time. Join the official fan club at ironmaiden.com if you’re not already a member for exclusive access.
- Megadeth Cyber Army Presale: Also kicks off October 28 at 4 p.m. local time for members—enlist at megadeth.com to join.
- General On-Sale: Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 a.m. local venue time. Grab them via Ticketmaster (primary seller for most dates), the official Iron Maiden site, or venue box offices.
- VIP Packages: Available through presales, including premium seating, meet-and-greets, and exclusive merch.
Pro tip: The NJ show at Sports Illustrated Stadium (capacity ~82,500) could sell out fast, so set your alarms. For the latest updates, check ironmaiden.com/tour or follow @IronMaiden on X.
If you’re hyped for more metal tours, this one’s a must-see—Run for your tickets! \m/
