Metallica Extends M72 Tour with 2027 North American Stadium Dates
Metallica will resume its M72 World Tour in May 2027, adding a dozen new cities across North America. The run concludes June 19 in Salt Lake City, with Limp Bizkit and Avatar supporting.
The upcoming 2027 leg marks a significant expansion of the M72 tour’s North American footprint, adding a dozen cities not previously visited on this cycle. Vancouver’s BC Place opens the run on May 8, while Salt Lake City’s Rice-Eccles Stadium closes it on June 19. The tour has already logged 99 shows across 26 countries since its April 2023 start, with Limp Bizkit and Avatar joining as support for all new dates. Live Nation continues as promoter, and the stadium venues suggest a large-scale production.
This extension could reinforce Metallica’s status as a perennial live-music anchor, drawing substantial regional tourism and local spending in each host city. Fans who missed earlier legs may gain new access, while the pairing with Limp Bizkit and Avatar could broaden the audience across generations. However, the 2027 timing may also test concert demand amid a crowded touring market, potentially affecting ticket pricing and availability for other acts.