LEGENDS RELOADED: GUNS N’ ROSES AND METALLICA REUNITE FOR EARTH-SHAKING 2026 STADIUM TOUR — THE BIGGEST HARD ROCK EVENT IN HISTORY SET TO EXPLODE ACROSS NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE NEXT SUMMER
In what is already being hailed as the most explosive rock tour announcement of the decade, Guns N’ Roses and Metallica — two of the most iconic and influential hard rock titans of all time — are officially reuniting for a massive 2026 co-headlining stadium tour. Titled “Legends Reloaded”, the tour will see the legendary bands share the stage for the first time in over 30 years, igniting crowds across North America and Europe in a blistering celebration of heavy riffs, raw energy, and rock ‘n’ roll immortality.
The 2026 Legends Reloaded Stadium Tour will kick off June 5, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, and wind through 25 cities in the U.S. and Canada, before heading across the Atlantic for 12 explosive dates in Europe, culminating in a grand finale at London’s Wembley Stadium on August 31.
This historic reunion marks the first time since their tumultuous 1992 stadium run that Guns N’ Roses and Metallica will embark on a full-scale tour together — and fans are losing their minds.
A Clash of Titans — Without the Chaos
Back in 1992, the two bands co-headlined the infamous “Guns N’ Roses/Metallica Stadium Tour”, a run as legendary for its power as it was notorious for backstage drama and onstage chaos. But in 2025, both camps say the past is behind them.
In a joint statement, Axl Rose and James Hetfield stunned the music world by declaring:
“This time, it’s not about egos. It’s about the music, the fans, and putting on the greatest rock tour this planet has ever seen.”
Slash added:
“We’ve all grown, and we’re all here for the same reason — to blow the roof off every stadium we step into.”
With decades of legendary music and matured relationships, this tour promises what fans always dreamed of: two of the loudest, most influential bands in history, giving everything on stage without the drama.
Setlists of the Gods
Each band will perform full headlining sets every night, switching who closes each show. Expect two-and-a-half hour performances, featuring greatest hits, deep cuts, and — according to insiders — new collaborative surprises.
Guns N’ Roses:
- “Welcome to the Jungle”
- “Sweet Child O’ Mine”
- “November Rain”
- “You Could Be Mine”
- “Estranged”
- New music teased from upcoming 2026 studio album
Metallica:
- “Enter Sandman”
- “Master of Puppets”
- “One”
- “Nothing Else Matters”
- “Seek & Destroy”
- Tracks from their 2023 release 72 Seasons, and a rumored unreleased song
There are also talks of special onstage collaborations, including a dual-band encore of “It’s So Easy” or “For Whom the Bell Tolls.” Fans are already fantasizing about Axl and Hetfield sharing a mic — a sight few thought they’d see again.
Tour Dates and Cities Revealed
North American Leg (June–July 2026):
- Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium
- Phoenix, AZ – State Farm Stadium
- Dallas, TX – AT&T Stadium
- Chicago, IL – Soldier Field
- Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre
- New York, NY – MetLife Stadium
- Miami, FL – Hard Rock Stadium
- Denver, CO – Empower Field
European Leg (August 2026):
- Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion
- Paris, France – Stade de France
- Milan, Italy – San Siro
- Stockholm, Sweden – Friends Arena
- London, UK – Wembley Stadium
More cities TBA.
️ Tickets & VIP Experiences
Tickets go on sale Friday, July 12, 2025, via Ticketmaster and the official Legends Reloaded website. Fan club members of both bands will have access to an exclusive pre-sale starting July 10. The tour will also offer VIP packages, including backstage access, signed memorabilia, and early entry to soundchecks.
Demand is expected to be astronomical. Travel packages are being arranged for international fans, and hotels near stadiums are already booking up.
Fan Reactions: “This Is Rock Heaven”
The announcement sent social media into meltdown. #LegendsReloaded trended within minutes of the tour’s reveal, with fans calling it “the resurrection of real rock” and “the dream tour we thought we’d never see.”
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) wrote:
“I was 16 in ’92 and missed it. I’m 50 now and I’m NOT missing this again. Let’s rock!”
Another added:
“Two of the greatest bands ever. On the same bill. In 2026. This is rock heaven on Earth.”
️ The Final Word
As the world gears up for what may go down as the most iconic rock tour in modern history, one thing is certain: Guns N’ Roses and Metallica are not just back — they’re louder, tighter, and ready to reclaim the throne.
Legends Reloaded. Coming Summer 2026. Two bands. One legacy. All hell’s about to break loose.
