Iron Maiden, Megadeth & Anthrax Unite for North American Takeover

Metal mayhem is coming to North America! Iron Maiden are hitting the road with their Run for Your Lives tour, joined by thrash titans Megadeth and Anthrax.

The tour kicks off on August 29 in Toronto, ON, and tears through the continent before wrapping up on September 29 in San Antonio, TX. Along the way, the band will stop in Montreal, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Minnesota, Illinois, and California—bringing a full-on metal storm to arenas and stadiums across the U.S. and Canada.

In honor of their 50th anniversary, Iron Maiden will unleash a setlist spanning their first nine albums, from their 1980 debut to 1992’s Fear of the Dark. Fans will get to hear some of these classic tracks live in the U.S. for the first time in over twenty years—a true treat for diehard Maidenheads.

The band is also asking fans to ditch the phones and fully immerse themselves in the experience. “Keep your phones in your pockets and enjoy the show ‘in the moment,’” they say. “If someone nearby thinks they’re special filming whatever they want, politely ask them to put their phone somewhere the sun doesn’t shine!”

This tour also introduces Iron Maiden’s new drummer, Simon Dawson, who takes over from longtime member Nicko McBrain. McBrain stepped down after the 2023–2024 The Future Past tour, leaving behind decades of iconic performances and recordings. Fans will now witness Dawson bringing his own energy and style to the band’s legendary live shows, ushering in a fresh chapter of Iron Maiden history.

Tickets for North American dates go on sale to the public on October 31, with fan club presales starting earlier. For the latest information on tour dates, ticket availability, and presales, visit Iron Maiden’s official website at ironmaiden.com.