Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden have officially expanded their massive “Run For Your Lives” world tour, adding dozens of new dates across Europe for 2025 and teasing further legs into 2026. This milestone tour, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary, is shaping up to be one of the most significant events in the history of metal music.
Originally kicking off in May 2025 in Budapest, the tour has now grown to include high-capacity venues across the UK, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Portugal, and more. Notable among the new dates is the band’s biggest ever UK headline show at London Stadium in June 2025, promising a massive outdoor experience for thousands of fans.
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson has revealed that this tour will feature a setlist focused heavily on their early albums—from Iron Maiden (1980) to Fear of the Dark (1992)—with some rarely performed tracks and never-before-seen stage effects. Dickinson said fans can expect a show that is “spectacular in scale” and “something we’ve never done before.”
The expanded tour also brings a mix of support acts to different regions. Halestorm will open during the larger European stadium shows, while The Raven Age and Avatar are set to appear in select UK and mainland Europe dates.
Another big change is the arrival of Simon Dawson on drums, replacing longtime drummer Nicko McBrain, who retired in 2024. Dawson, known for his work with British Lion, has already received praise for his seamless transition and energetic live performances.
With over a million tickets already sold, demand is skyrocketing. Fan club pre-sales have wrapped up, and general sales have seen venues filling fast. Iron Maiden has confirmed that more dates will be added in 2026, likely covering North America, South America, and parts of Asia.
As Iron Maiden celebrates five decades of heavy metal dominance, their “Run For Your Lives” tour stands as a testament to their legacy—and their unwavering connection with fans across
generations.
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