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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Please don't let it be true' cry fans as Metallica tickets go on sale for major Dublin summer gigs
METALLICA fans have been crying out for more dates after general sale for their Dublin gigs were nabbed in minutes. The legendary heavy metal band are coming back with a bang next year as they bring their M72 World Tour to Aviva Stadium. 2 Metallica will play two nights in Dublin next summer 2 Tickets for their one-of-a-kind gigs went on general sale this morning The 90's rockers are set perform two The musicians promised to keep their No Repeat Weekend tradition and each show will feature a unique setlist and support line-up - so hardcore fans are in for a treat! Pantera and Avatar will be supporting on Friday, June 19, while Gojira and Knocked Loose are the special guests on Sunday, June 21. Tickets for the gigs went on general sale this morning at 10am, and while some fans managed to nab tickets, others were sadly left with nothing. READ MORE IN METALLICA Fans were able to purchase a two-day ticket as well as single-night engagements. However, disappointed fans took to social media to express their rage when tickets sold out in minutes. While few lucky fans expressed their glee in securing a ticket to the hottest gig of 2026. One fan wrote on Twitter: "Most stressful week of my life trying to get Metallica tickets." Most read in Music Stephen said: "Scoring tickets for Metallica next year has perked me up today." Gabby added: "Easily winning the best daughter award because I just got my dad pit tickets for Metallica." Metallica's The Black Album: A Record-Breaking Journey While Nicky remarked: "Will there be more date added, need these for my mam." Taylor exclaimed: "I can't get Metallica tickets they sold out it 10 minutesss." And Cathal posted: "Metallica tickets already sold out, please don't let it be true." Since opening in April 2023 in Amsterdam, M72 has seen Metallica play to around four million fans. The 2026 world tour will The band will also be performing in Romania , Poland , Switzerland , Italy , Scotland , Wales and Their last show is in London on July 5, 2026. But, will you be attending the rockers big gig in Dublin next summer ?
Extra.ie
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Metallica returning to Dublin with tickets going for as much as €3,000
Metalica are making their return to Dublin with their record-breaking M72 World Tour, with tickets going for thousands of euros. The beloved band are making their way to Ireland next year as part of a 16-show extension of the tour in Europe and the UK. Since opening in April 2023 the highly acclaimed tour has seen the band play for over four million fans worldwide, with Irish fans fighting to get their hands on tickets. Metalica are making their return to Dublin with their record-breaking M72 World Tour, with tickets going for thousands of euros. Pic: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic The Dublin dates will follow the band's No Repeat Weekend tradition, with sees each night of the two shows in each city featuring entirely different setlists and support lineups. They make their way to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on June 19 and 21 after playing the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt on May 22 and 24. After Ireland they will perform at Puskas Arena in Budapest on June 11 and June 13 and at the Olympic Stadium in London on July 3 and 5. M72 2026 will also include several single shows featuring the full production in multiple major cities including Athens (May 9), Bucharest (May 13), Chorzów (May 19), Zurich (May 27), Berlin (May 30), Bologna (June 3), Glasgow (June 25) and Cardiff (June 28). The beloved band are making their way to Ireland next year as part of a 16-show extension of the tour in Europe and the UK. Pic:The general sale for two-night No Repeat Weekends Dublin tickets will take place at 10am on Friday on Ticketmaster, with the fan club pre-sales having began on May 27. Two-night tickets for Dublin's Aviva Stadium on 19 and 21 June cost from €121.25 to €261.25, subject to Ticketmaster charges for standard packages. VIP packages range from €449.00–€3,249.00 each with some of the higher priced tickets including a meet and greet with the band. Will you be dropping the cash for the two day music extravaganza?
Sunday World
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Seeing Metallica live it's clear to see why fans still love these four rock gods
RIDE THE LIGHTNING | As one fan said, 'Metallica didn't just play Philadelphia tonight, they detonated it!' Last weekend I travelled to Philadelphia to find the answer after they announced two mega-shows for Dublin's Aviva Stadium in June 2026, with tickets going on sale tomorrow morning at 10am. I met superfans who have built their lives around Metallica, some having seen them hundreds of times as they followed their heroes around the globe with like-minded souls. And watching the American group's two incendiary shows at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field stadium - or 'The Linc' as it's locally known - last Friday and Sunday night it was clear to see why fans love these four iconic rock gods. Metallica performs at JWA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, New York, on April 19, 2025 Despite the heavy nature of the songs, the Metallica live experience is an adrenaline pumping, crowd bonding, mind-blowing, life affirming, fun event. As one fan said, 'Metallica didn't just play Philadelphia tonight, they detonated it!' Since opening in April 2023 in Amsterdam, their M72 World Tour has already seen Metallica strut their stuff on stage to around four million fans. After 44 years at the top of their game and with nothing to prove, the band members could be forgiven for sticking their juggernaut on cruise control at every performance these days. But watching them take fans on a rollercoaster ride around a giant stage in each of their brace of shows at The Linc last weekend, James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo looked like they were still fired up with enthusiasm for the challenge of live performing and were having the time of their lives on stage. Their interactions with each other were like those of an emerging band that had suddenly hit the big time and couldn't believe their good fortune. And despite playing to around 67,000 metal heads in the giant stadium that is home to the Philadelphia Eagles American football team, the Metallica behemoths somehow managed to make a personal connection with each member of the audience. Entering the stadium you immediately see the first star of the show, a breath-taking stage 'in the round' with eight gigantic towers hosting video screens and a colossal sound system that ensures even fans sitting in the gods have a good experience. Metallica performs at JWA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, New York, on April 19, 2025 Throughout the night, Metallica unleashed a barrage of their most celebrated and revered songs from their impressive arsenal, with manic drumming from skinsman Lars driving the full-on, power-packed performance. James Hetfield's voice is a force of nature and he looks like he's in the best shape of his life these days - having struggled with alcohol abuse in the past - as he prowls the stage mesmerising us with his guitar work. 'Music saves my life every day, I hope you feel the same,' Hetfield told us at the first show. On the second night he addresses the issue of suicide… 'I know darkness, I know everyone here knows darkness, and we don't know how hard it needs to get to go there (suicide). But that permanent solution to a temporary problem is not worth it. 'I say talk, talk that sh*t out, get that sh*t out… that's not why you're here. You are here to be loved and cherished, so talk to your friends.' The M72 Tour in support of their 72 Seasons album is also a No Repeat Weekend experience, where the legendary band delivers two completely different sets with two unique opening acts each night. Read more The support acts announced for Aviva Stadium next June are Gojira, Pantera, Knocked Loose and Avatar. And in each city they visit they do a 'takeover' with lots of sideline shows and attractions. In Philadelphia last weekend there were seven events, including A Conversation with Kirk Hammett, who was interviewed at a local venue called The Fillmore, and a pop up merchandise store. Superfan Brian Thomas from Raleigh, North Carolina told us that at this stage his connection with Metallica is as much about the bonds he's built with other fans from all over the world as the music and live shows. What does he think is the appeal of Metallica? 'They're an American institution,' he says. 'Even people who aren't fans, they know Metallica because they hear them all the time. 'You can't go to a sporting event in the United States without hearing a Metallica song because it's high energy, excellent music, amps the crowd up and everybody's feeling good when they hear it.' Metallica's M72 World Tour will play Dublin's Aviva Stadium on June 19 & 21, 2026. Two-night tickets go on sale tomorrow morning at 10am. For further information, enhanced experiences, travel packages and more, see here
STV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- STV News
Metallica return to Scotland for one night only
Metallica are set to make their long-awaited return to Scotland this summer. The band announced they would be bringing their M72 World Tour to Glasgow's Hampden Park for one night only on June 25. Following the Scottish show, the band will go on to play the Principality Stadium in Cardiff and the London Stadium. The tour, which started in Amsterdam in 2023, has seen the band perform for over four million fans worldwide. For the Glasgow show, fans will be able to catch performances from Gojira and Knocked Loose, who will be opening the show. Tickets are set to go on sale on Friday, May 20, at 10am. They can be purchased on the SEC website. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Metallica is bringing its M72 World Tour to Dublin — here's what you need to know
Metallica is confirmed to bring its record-breaking M72 World Tour to Dublin next year as part of a 16-show extension of the tour in Europe and the UK. Since opening in April 2023 in Amsterdam, the M72 tour has seen Metallica play to some four million fans. The tour's European and UK itinerary will continue the No Repeat Weekend tradition, with each night of the two shows in each city featuring entirely different setlists and support lineups. These will include the band's shows at the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt on May 22 and 24 and at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on June 19 and 21, at Puskas Arena in Budapest on June 11 and June 13 and at the Olympic Stadium in London on July 3 and 5. M72 2026 will also bring several single shows offering fans the tour's full production, with its massive in-the-round stage, to cities including Athens (May 9), Bucharest (May 13), Chorzów (May 19), Zurich (May 27), Berlin (May 30), Bologna (June 3), Glasgow (June 25) and Cardiff (June 28). Singer/guitarist James Hetfield of Metallica performs during a stop of the band's WorldWired Tour at T-Mobile Arena on November 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Picture:. Why are there two shows in the same city in one weekend? Four stops on the 2026 tour will continue the No Repeat Weekend tradition of the tour. Metallica will play two completely different setlists each night, with two different opening acts for each show in Frankfurt, Budapest, Dublin, and London. Will single-day tickets be available for the No Repeat Weekend shows? A limited number of single-day tickets for No Repeat Weekend shows will be available on July 25, 2025. There will be a fan club presale before this date, with exact details to be announced. Does purchasing a two-day ticket mean I will be seated/standing in the same location each night? Yes, each ticket allowing entry to the two shows will be in the same location, either the same seat or the same standing area. When do tickets go on sale? The general sale for two-night No Repeat Weekends Dublin tickets will take place at 10am on Friday on Fan club pre-sales began on May 27. All fan club members need to request a personal presale ticket code here.. A code will be emailed to the profile address and appear on the Fifth Member profile page. Each code is good for purchasing up to four tickets per show, including Snake Pit tickets. For more information or to sign up to join the fan club, visit How much are tickets? Two-night tickets for Dublin's Aviva Stadium on 19 and 21 June cost from €121.25 to €261.25, subject to Ticketmaster charges. Is there a limit on the number of tickets I can buy? There is a ticket limit of six tickets per online purchase on Are accessible tickets available? Yes, accessible tickets for the Aviva Stadium gigs are available. To purchase accessible tickets, click here. Will more shows be added to the tour? Likely yes. Fans are advised to keep an eye on for details about additional dates in 2026. What are the Enhanced Experience packages? Enhanced Experiences are available for all non-festival shows. Offerings include access to a meet and greet, production and stage tours, food and beverage in the Black Box Lounge, Snake Pit Passes, and early entry into the venue. Visit for more details. Who are the supporting acts? The European and UK leg of the M72 tour, which is produced by Live Nation, will see support from Gojira, Pantera, Knocked Loose and Avatar.
