Judas Priest Announces 2026 Farewell Tour: ‘One Last Ride’ Marks the End of a Rock Legend’s Era — Dates and Cities Revealed
After more than five decades of heavy metal dominance, Judas Priest has announced their final bow. The legendary British band will embark on a 2026 farewell tour titled “One Last Ride,” a global trek that promises to celebrate their monumental legacy and give fans a last chance to witness their electrifying stage presence.
The band revealed the tour dates and cities in a video released on social media Tuesday morning, accompanied by a powerful message to their fans: “You’ve ridden with us through fire and steel — now ride with us one last time.”
Formed in Birmingham in 1969, Judas Priest helped define the heavy metal genre with albums like British Steel, Screaming for Vengeance, and Painkiller. Known for their dual guitar assault, Rob Halford’s operatic vocals, and iconic leather-and-studs look, the band has influenced generations of musicians and fans alike.
The “One Last Ride” tour is set to kick off on March 6, 2026, in Los Angeles, California, and span over 50 cities across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Highlights of the North American leg include stops at New York’s Madison Square Garden, Chicago’s United Center, and a hometown sendoff in Birmingham, UK, on July 25, 2026, which will serve as the final show.
Here’s a look at the first batch of announced tour dates:
March 6 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena
March 9 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
March 14 – Chicago, IL – United Center
March 20 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
April 2 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
May 5 – Berlin, Germany – Mercedes-Benz Arena
May 15 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
July 25 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena Birmingham
More international dates are expected to be announced in the coming months.
Frontman Rob Halford, now 74, addressed fans in the announcement video: “This isn’t goodbye to the music. The legacy will live on. But it’s time to take a final ride with our Priest family — together, one last time.”
The band also confirmed that they will perform a setlist spanning their entire career, from early classics like Victim of Changes to recent tracks from 2024’s Invincible Shield. Founding bassist Ian Hill, guitarist Richie Faulkner, and longtime drummer Scott Travis will all be on board for the full tour.
Tickets will go on sale Friday, June 7, with presales starting June 5 for fan club members. Special VIP packages and limited-edition merchandise will also be available, including a collector’s box set titled “The Final Ride” featuring unreleased live recordings and behind-the-scenes footage.
As one of metal’s most enduring and beloved acts, Judas Priest’s farewell tour marks the end of an era — but not the end of their impact. For fans, this will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate the music, the memories, and the legacy of a band that helped shape the sound of heavy metal.
Watch the official “One Last Ride” announcement video on Judas Priest’s YouTube channel now.