Metallica has extended their ongoing ‘M72’ world tour into spring 2027, announcing a 12-date North American stadium trek featuring special guests Limp Bizkit and Avatar, according to tour announcements released by the bands.
Metallica and Limp Bizkit 2027 Tour Dates and Routing
The newly announced stadium run kicks off on May 8, 2027, at BC Place in Vancouver, BC, according to the official itinerary. From there, the tour hits the American Southwest, Midwest, and Mountain West, stopping at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego on May 13 and Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso on May 18. According to tour schedules, the bands will play the Alamodome in San Antonio on May 22 before heading to Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville on May 26 and Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on May 29.
June dates include Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh on June 2, Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on June 5, and Highmark Stadium in Buffalo on June 8, according to event calendars. The run continues to Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on June 12 and Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland on June 15, before wrapping up on June 19 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, as confirmed by tour organizers.
Ticket Sales and Pre-Sale Information
Tickets for the spring 2027 ‘M72’ tour dates go on general public sale on Friday, September 25, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster, according to ticketing details. Fan club pre-sales begin earlier in the week on Monday, September 21, at 10 a.m. local time.
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Charitable Contributions Through All Within My Hands
A portion of proceeds from every ticket sold for the ‘M72’ tour goes back into local communities through Metallica’s All Within My Hands foundation, according to tour documentation. Established in 2017, the non-profit organization has distributed $19 million in grants through the Metallica Scholars Initiative, alongside $8.8 million directed toward fighting food insecurity and $6.2 million designated for disaster relief and other local needs.
Sphere Residency and Performance History
Before launching the spring stadium dates with Limp Bizkit and Avatar, Metallica is scheduled to headline a high-profile residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, titled ‘Life Burns Faster’, running from October 1, 2026, through March 13, 2027, according to concert listings. Drummer Lars Ulrich described the upcoming residency as “challenging,” adding that he was “fucking awestruck, inspired [and] energised” after observing U2’s prior run at the immersive venue. Sphere performances will follow the band’s signature “No Repeat Weekend” format, where Thursday and Saturday shows feature completely different setlists.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do Metallica 2027 tour tickets go on sale?
General ticket sales begin on Friday, September 25, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster, with fan club and partner pre-sales starting on Monday, September 21.
Who is opening for Metallica on the 2027 North American tour?
Limp Bizkit and Avatar are slated as the supporting acts for the spring 2027 stadium dates.
What cities are on Metallica’s 2027 itinerary?
The 12-stop trek includes Vancouver, San Diego, El Paso, San Antonio, Fayetteville, Kansas City, Raleigh, Indianapolis, Buffalo, Madison, Cleveland, and Salt Lake City.
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