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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?
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.
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Metallica fans face paying £324 to share a dormitory bunk bed in Cardiff after gig announced
Metallica fans face paying £324 to share a dormitory bunk bed in Cardiff after gig announced The legendary rock band will bring their M72 World Tour to the home of Welsh rugby on Sunday, June 28, 2026, but room prices are already rocketing James Hetfield of Metallica performing on the Pyramid Stage at the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in 2014 (Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire ) Huge fees are being charged for accommodation at hotels, hostels and apartments in Cardiff after Metallica announced they would play at the Principality Stadium next year. The legendary rock band will bring their M72 World Tour to the home of Welsh rugby on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Following the big announcement, some venues located close to the stadium have already set eye-watering rates, should you wish to stay there. We searched for available locations within 300 yards of the stadium, based on the cost of two adults. On the Radisson Blu Hotel in Cardiff is currently charging a £600 rate for a standard room, whilst a three-bedroom apartment at Taff Penfro Cardiff Apartment will set you back £1,140. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . Hafan y Ddinas Cardiff Apartment is charging £1,400 for a night in a three-bedroom apartment. To reserve a bunk bed in a large mixed dormitory room at BunkHouse, located 200 yards away, it will cost you £324, or £162 per person. If you choose to stay three miles from the venue, rates get cheaper, including the Glendale Hotel in Penarth, which is charging £125 a night for a double room. It will cost £200 to book a one-bedroom apartment at Greenfield Studio. Article continues below There is still some hope of a more affordable rate for those attending the gig, however. Rooms at leading UK hoteliers, Marriott, Holiday Inn, Premier Inn and Travelodge, are so far not available to book for the date of the gig. Hilton said rooms were sold out in Cardiff on the night. Metallica's world tour itinerary will continue with their revered No Repeat Weekend tradition, in which each night of the two-show stands will feature entirely different setlists and support line-ups. The band will begin their world tour in Athens in Greece, before heading to Bucharest in Romania and travelling to Chorzów in Poland, Frankfurt in Germany and other European cities. Here in the UK, the band will be heading to Glasgow, Cardiff and London. The band performed in the Welsh capital's former Cardiff International Arena in October, 1996. As per usual, a share of the proceeds from each ticket sold will be donated to local charities through the band's All Within My Hands foundation. Presale tickets will go on sale for the event on Thursday, May 29, while general onsale tickets will go on sale the following day at 10am on Friday, May 30. Tickets will be available through Live Nation, which you can find out more about here, and Ticketmaster, which you can check out here. But fan club members will get a head start with pre-sale starting from 11am on Tuesday, May 27, which you can find out more about here. Article continues below
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Metallica's 2026 London shows announced, where, when, and how to book
Ticket information: General sale opens on May 30, 2025, at 10 AM BST. Presale for Metallica fan club members begins earlier: Legacy members: May 27, 9 AM BST Fifth Members: May 27, 11 AM BST London Stadium presale: May 29, 10 AM BST How to book Metallica's tickets: Live Events FAQs What can you bring to the Metallica concert? Does Metallica respond to fan mail? How much does Metallica get paid per show? Do Metallica do meet and greets? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Heavy metal band Metallica will return to London next year as part of their M72 World Tour . The group is set to perform on July 3 and July 5, 2026, at the London two shows will follow Metallica's 'No Repeat Weekend' format, meaning each night will feature a different setlist and different supporting acts. Gojira and Knocked Loose will open on July 3, while Pantera and Avatar will take the stage on July tour promotes the band's latest studio album, 72 Seasons, which was released in 2023. The M72 tour features a unique 360-degree stage layout, with the Snake Pit in the middle, allowing fans to view the performance from all can be booked online through Metallica's official website or the London Stadium's ticketing portal. Fans are advised to register for presale access through the Metallica Fan Club. On the day of the general sale (May 30, 2025, at 10 AM BST), logging in early is recommended, as high demand may lead to long queues or quick sellouts. Buyers should keep payment details ready and ensure stable internet connectivity for a smoother booking will be sold as single-day passes, with various pricing tiers depending on the seat with past tour dates, a portion of ticket proceeds will go to the band's charity, All Within My Hands, which supports local community causes, workforce education, and food band last played at the London Stadium in 2023, attracting a large crowd. Given Metallica's continued popularity, a high turnout is expected for the 2026 shows as arrangements and crowd management plans are expected to be announced by the venue closer to the event can bring essentials like your ticket, ID, earplugs, a small bag (if allowed), a water bottle (check venue rules), and comfortable clothing. Avoid large bags, professional cameras, and outside food or drinks. Check the specific venue's guidelines for permitted items to ensure a smooth Metallica does respond to fan mail, but replies can take three months or more. To increase chances of a response, send a letter with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a photo for autograph requests to The Metallica Club at 369-B Third Street PMB 194, San Rafael, CA 94901-3573, USA. However, responses are not earns roughly $2 million to $6 million per show, depending on the venue size and market. Their 2018 arena and stadium tours averaged over $2 million per night, with some stadium shows grossing up to $6 million. In 2024, they averaged about $7.5 million per Metallica offers meet-and-greet opportunities as part of their Enhanced Experience packages during tours. These include backstage meet-and-greets, production and stage tours, and exclusive access like the Snake Pit. Band members' participation varies by show and is not announced in advance.
