Metallica fans scramble to buy UK tour tickets as ‘epic’ support acts confirmed
Metallica fans are scrambling to buy tickets for the band's M72 UK Tour, as the 'absolutely stacked lineup' has been confirmed.
In case you missed it, the LA hitmakers are bringing their legendary run to this side of the pond for the first time in two years.
Next summer, the heavy metal quartet, James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo, will perform six shows in the UK and Ireland.
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They'll be in good company too, as the band will be joined on stage by Knocked Loose, Gojira, Pantera, and Avatar - and the news has gone down a treat with metal heads.
On a Reddit thread, one fan shared: "Europe always has the best lineups for metal shows. God damn, this is epic."
Another agreed, as they wrote: "Absolutely stacked lineup, definitely trying for London."
A third added, "Avatar is AMAZING! Glad they are getting to be part of this tour!"
In keeping with tradition, no show will have the same set list or support act either. So, where can you still buy tickets, and how much do they cost?
Scroll down now to find out everything you need to know about Metallica's M72 2026 Tour.
Where to buy Metallica UK tour tickets now
At the time of writing this, there are VIP and hospitality tickets for Metallica available on Seat Unique here.
Prices start from £249 for London Stadium (July 3 and 5, 2026) for premium tickets, which include the following perks: Exclusive access to the Boleyn hospitality lounge, premium seating in the lower tier, and access to a private bar.
If you really want a night to remember, you can pay extra for a private box, which includes exclusive use of a 15-person box, seats with 'unrivalled views' of the concert, a complimentary bar, and dedicated host for the evening. Prices start from £799 per person and you can find out more here.
If you don't have any luck, you can find resale tickets on the following sites: StubHub and Viagogo.
To avoid ticket scams and ensure a money-back guarantee, always purchase resale tickets through verified sites such as the above.
Who is supporting Metallica on tour next year?
As mentioned above, the band will switch up the set list and support acts for each night of the tour, so fans will be in for a surprise.
For their first Dublin performance (June 19) and first London show (July 3), Gojira and Knocked Loose will join Metallica on stage. As for the following evenings in Dublin (June 21) and London (July 5), Pantera and Avatar will open.
Gojira and Knocked Loose will also be the support acts in Glasgow and Cardiff.
Where are Metallica performing in the UK and Ireland next year?
There are six opportunities to see the heavy metal band up close next summer if you're quick. Metallica will kick things off at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on June 19, before heading to Glasgow and Cardiff.
The band will wrap things up at London Stadium on July 3 and July 5. See you there?
Full list of Metallica UK and Ireland 2026 tour dates:
- June 19: Dublin, Aviva Stadium
- June 21: Dublin, Aviva Stadium
- June 25: Glasgow, Hampden Park
- June 28: Cardiff, Principality Stadium
- July 3: London, London Stadium
- July 5: London, London Stadium
Topics: Music
Danielle Fowler