METALLICA AND THE EAGLES ANNOUNCE EPIC FINAL JOINT TOUR – DATES AND CITIES REVEALED!
In a move that has stunned the music world and thrilled fans across generations, two of the most iconic bands in rock history — Metallica and The Eagles — have announced a historic joint final tour that promises to be one of the most extraordinary live spectacles ever staged. Titled “When Worlds Collide: The Final Journey,” the tour will kick off this fall and span over 30 cities across North America and Europe, bringing together thrash metal power and classic rock harmony in a way never seen before.
A Collision of Legends
The announcement was made during a surprise joint press conference streamed live from Los Angeles, where all current members of both bands appeared together for the first time. James Hetfield of Metallica called the collaboration “a celebration of everything rock stands for — power, emotion, rebellion, and connection.” Don Henley of The Eagles added, “We’ve always respected each other from a distance. Now, we’re bringing our worlds together one final time for the fans. This is going to be unforgettable.”
Indeed, Metallica and The Eagles represent vastly different yet equally iconic branches of rock music. Metallica, the kings of heavy metal since the early ’80s, revolutionized music with their aggressive riffs and monumental albums like Master of Puppets and The Black Album. The Eagles, on the other hand, shaped the sound of 1970s America with their smooth harmonies, introspective lyrics, and hits like Hotel California, Desperado, and Take It Easy.
The announcement of a collaborative tour has ignited a frenzy on social media, with fans dubbing the event “the most unlikely, yet perfect farewell in rock history.”
A Shared Stage — Two Legacies, One Show
While full details of the stage show are still under wraps, both bands confirmed that the tour will feature individual sets from each band, followed by a shared finale with collaborative performances — including reimagined versions of select songs from both catalogs.
“We’re not just taking turns,” Lars Ulrich of Metallica said. “We’re blending energies, histories, and styles. You’ll hear Henley with Hammett, Frey’s legacy alongside Hetfield’s growl. It’s not just a concert — it’s a cultural moment.”
The joint tour marks the final tour for both bands, signaling the end of an era. After decades of redefining rock music, both Metallica and The Eagles have stated that the time has come to close the chapter on touring and focus on family, health, and legacy projects.
Tour Dates & Cities Revealed
The “When Worlds Collide: The Final Journey” tour will launch on September 12, 2025, in Los Angeles, and wrap up in London in mid-December. Some of the key stops include:
- Sep 12 – Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium
- Sep 16 – Phoenix, AZ – State Farm Stadium
- Sep 20 – Dallas, TX – AT&T Stadium
- Sep 24 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field
- Sep 28 – New York, NY – MetLife Stadium
- Oct 3 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre
- Oct 7 – Nashville, TN – Nissan Stadium
- Oct 12 – Miami, FL – Hard Rock Stadium
- Oct 18 – Seattle, WA – Lumen Field
- Oct 23 – San Francisco, CA – Levi’s Stadium
- Nov 1 – Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion
- Nov 5 – Paris, France – Stade de France
- Nov 10 – Madrid, Spain – Estadio Metropolitano
- Nov 18 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Johan Cruyff Arena
- Dec 1 – Dublin, Ireland – Aviva Stadium
- Dec 7 – London, UK – Wembley Stadium
Tickets are expected to go on sale Friday, June 28, with early pre-sales available to fan club members starting June 26. VIP packages — including soundcheck access, backstage tours, and limited-edition merchandise — will also be available.
Industry Reaction
The music industry has already labeled the tour “the event of the decade.” Promoters anticipate rapid sellouts, with demand likely to eclipse even previous farewell tours from the likes of Elton John or Paul McCartney.
“This is history being written,” said Live Nation’s global tour manager Rachel Winters. “We’re witnessing two titans stepping down together, shoulder to shoulder, in a blaze of glory.”
A Final Farewell Worthy of Rock Royalty
While fans may be bittersweet about the end of touring for both groups, the When Worlds Collide tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness two generations of rock greatness sharing the same stage. From Metallica’s thunderous anthems to The Eagles’ timeless ballads, the final journey will honor everything these bands have given to music — and to the millions who grew up with their soundtracks echoing through their lives.
As Don Henley aptly put it during the press event:
“This isn’t the end of rock. It’s the end of our chapter — and we’re going out together, with love, with noise, and with fire.”
Let the countdown begin.
