2026 METAL TOURS
Early 2026 is shaping up to be a massive period for heavy metal in North America, with several high-profile bands and anniversary tours recently announced.
- Napalm Death: The iconic grindcore pioneers have scheduled a 32-city North American trek starting in May 2026. The tour features support from Deadguy and Primitive Man on select dates.
- Pallbearer: The doom metal group will embark on their Foundations of Burden Tour starting February 19, 2026, in Oklahoma City. They plan to perform their 2014 sophomore album in its entirety.
- Demon Hunter: This veteran metal band has announced a headline tour beginning April 24, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. They will be joined by Convictions and Cultist.
- The Last Ten Seconds of Life: The deathcore outfit will launch "The Dead Ones Album Release Tour" on April 2, 2026, supporting their upcoming album on Metal Blade Records.
- Black Veil Brides: A major North American tour was confirmed to start April 25, 2026, featuring special guests From Ashes to New, TX2, and As December Falls.
- Decibel Magazine Tour: The 13th annual run of this extreme music tour returns in May 2026, headlined by Cryptopsy with support from Necrot, Fulci, and Blood Monolith.
- Obscura: The progressive thrash band will lead the "Stardust USA 2026" tour in March, supported by Allegaeon, Cognitive, and Cryptosis.
- Additional Notable Runs:
- Ghost has dates scheduled for early February 2026.
- Nailed Shut MA will go on an EP release tour throughout March 2026.
- Raven is touring with special guest Slack Jaw in early 2026.
- Alice Cooper has also announced a Spring 2026 tour.

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