The mighty M72 World Tour continues to shake stadiums across North America, but Metallica isn’t done yet. In 2026, the band will return to Europe for an epic fourth year of the M72 journey, bringing their groundbreaking in-the-round production to even more fans.
With No Repeat Weekends, One Night Only shows, exclusive fan experiences, and a massive lineup of support acts, Metallica’s return to Europe promises to be one of the biggest tours of the summer.
No Repeat Weekends: Two Nights, Zero Repeats
For fans looking for the ultimate Metallica experience, No Repeat Weekends are back. These special two-night events feature:
- Two completely unique setlists spanning 40+ years of Metallica classics.
- Different support acts each night, keeping every show fresh and unpredictable.
- No song repeated between the two nights — a true collector’s dream.
In 2026, Frankfurt, Budapest, Dublin, and London will all host No Repeat Weekend shows. Fans who purchase a 2-Day Ticket are guaranteed two totally different nights of Metallica — no repeats, no compromises.
One Night Only Shows: Rare and Long-Awaited Returns
The tour will also feature eight One Night Only stadium shows, including long-overdue returns to cities Metallica hasn’t played in decades:
- Athens, Greece – first time since 2010
- Chorzów, Poland – first time since 2008
- Cardiff, Wales – first time since 1996
Other single-stop cities include Bucharest, Zurich, Berlin, Bologna, and Glasgow, each delivering a one-night Metallica spectacle with the M72 stage set at midfield for a 360° fan experience.
The Snake Pit & Enhanced Experiences
As always, Metallica is bringing fans closer than ever with Enhanced Experiences. Packages include:
- Access to the Snake Pit, the legendary fan zone inside the stage.
- Meet & Greet opportunities with the band.
- Stage and production tours for a behind-the-scenes look.
- Premium food and drink options in the Black Box Lounge.
- Early entry to the venue.
For the most hardcore fans, the “I Disappear” Ticket is back, giving you access to every single 2026 European M72 show. Travel packages with hotel, transport, and tickets are also available at MetallicaTravel.com.
Support Acts: Metallica Family Expands
Metallica’s No Repeat Weekends will also feature different opening acts each night, keeping the lineup fresh. Fans can look forward to:
- Pantera – returning for another run on the M72 tour.
- Gojira – reuniting with Metallica after the World Magnetic and WorldWired tours.
- Knocked Loose – one of hardcore’s rising stars.
- Avatar – bringing their theatrical metal energy to the stadium stage.
Ticket Information
- Fan Club Presale: Tuesday, May 27, starting at 9 AM local time.
- General On-Sale: Friday, May 30, at 10 AM local time.
- Single-Day Tickets for No Repeat Weekends: Available beginning July 25, 2025.
Fans can request their presale codes now at Metallica.com/presale-codes.
Giving Back: All Within My Hands
As always, a portion of proceeds from every ticket sold will benefit Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands (AWMH). Since its launch in 2017, AWMH has raised over $20 million, supporting:
- Career and technical education programs through the Metallica Scholars Initiative.
- Local food banks and organizations fighting hunger.
- Disaster relief efforts worldwide.
M72 European Tour Dates – 2026
May 09 – Athens, Greece – Olympic Stadium (One Night Only)
May 13 – Bucharest, Romania – Arena Națională (One Night Only)
May 19 – Chorzów, Poland – Stadion Śląski (One Night Only)
May 22 & 24 – Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park (No Repeat Weekend)
May 27 – Zürich, Switzerland – Stadion Letzigrund (One Night Only)
May 30 – Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion (One Night Only)
June 03 – Bologna, Italy – Stadio Renato Dall’Ara (One Night Only)
June 11 & 13 – Budapest, Hungary – Puskas Arena (No Repeat Weekend)
June 19 & 21 – Dublin, Ireland – Aviva Stadium (No Repeat Weekend)
June 25 – Glasgow, Scotland – Hampden Park (One Night Only)
June 28 – Cardiff, Wales – Principality Stadium (One Night Only)
July 03 & 05 – London, England – London Stadium (No Repeat Weekend)
Final Thoughts
The M72 World Tour’s return to Europe in 2026 promises to be a career-defining chapter for Metallica. With massive stadium shows, once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences, unique setlists, and a lineup of powerhouse support acts, this is a tour no fan will want to miss.
Europe get ready. Metallica is coming back heavier than ever.