The Time Has Arrived: Judas Priest and Alice Cooper – Legendary Stars Set to Ignite 2025 Global Tour — Official Dates Revealed
In a thunderous announcement that’s set the rock world ablaze, two titans of heavy metal and shock rock—Judas Priest and Alice Cooper—have officially revealed the dates for their massive 2025 Global Tour. Titled “Hellraisers United: The Final Shockwave”, the tour brings together the godfathers of British metal and the original master of macabre stage theatrics for what is already being called the most electrifying co-headlining tour of the decade.
Slated to launch on March 1, 2025, in Manchester, UK, and spanning across five continents, the tour will wrap up in Los Angeles, California, on October 18, 2025. With over 50 dates confirmed and more rumored to be announced, Hellraisers United promises not only to be a celebration of musical legacy but also a high-octane spectacle of sound, steel, and showmanship.
Two Legends. One Stage.
Judas Priest, fresh off the critical success of their 2024 studio album “Invincible Steel”, are celebrating more than 50 years of defining the heavy metal genre. From “Breaking the Law” to “Painkiller”, the band—led by the legendary Rob Halford—has remained a force of sonic power, commanding generations of fans worldwide.
Alice Cooper, whose theatrical horror-inspired stage shows revolutionized rock performance in the ‘70s, is equally revered for classics like “School’s Out”, “Poison”, and “No More Mr. Nice Guy”. At 77, Cooper shows no signs of slowing down, having recently completed work on his new album “Dark Parade”, set for release in early 2025.
“This tour isn’t just a show—it’s a war cry,” said Rob Halford in an official press release. “Judas Priest and Alice Cooper on one stage… the world better be ready for fire, leather, and mayhem.”
Alice Cooper added with a grin, “I’ve had snakes, guillotines, and blood on my stage—but now I’ve got Judas Priest? That’s next level madness. Let’s raise hell.”
Official Tour Dates Revealed
Here are the first wave of confirmed dates for Hellraisers United: The Final Shockwave:
- March 1 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
- March 3 – London, UK – The O2
- March 7 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
- March 10 – Berlin, Germany – Mercedes-Benz Arena
- March 15 – Milan, Italy – Mediolanum Forum
- March 20 – Madrid, Spain – WiZink Center
- April 2 – São Paulo, Brazil – Allianz Parque
- April 8 – Buenos Aires, Argentina – Movistar Arena
- April 18 – Tokyo, Japan – Nippon Budokan
- May 1 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena
- June 3 – Toronto, Canada – Scotiabank Arena
- June 7 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
- June 12 – Chicago, IL – United Center
- July 5 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
- October 18 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena (Final Show)
More dates in Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
A Show of Epic Proportions
The joint tour promises unique collaborative elements beyond the individual sets from Judas Priest and Alice Cooper. Insiders report that a special finale performance featuring both acts together will close each night—a theatrical medley blending heavy metal fury with gothic horror showmanship.
Stage designers are also working on an elaborate setup that includes flame effects, elaborate set pieces, Cooper’s infamous props (like the electric chair and boa constrictor), and a backdrop inspired by the industrial revolution meets hellscape design—a visual nod to both Priest’s Birmingham roots and Cooper’s gothic theatricality.
Fans React Worldwide
As news of the tour hit social media, fan excitement exploded. The hashtag #HellraisersUnited2025 began trending globally within hours. Tickets are expected to sell out within minutes when they go on sale beginning July 1, 2025, via official outlets and band websites.
“I never thought I’d see these two share the same bill,” one fan posted on X. “Judas Priest and Alice Cooper? That’s not a concert—that’s a metal pilgrimage.”
Final Thoughts
With age-defying energy, iconic catalogs, and stagecraft that continues to inspire younger generations of artists, Judas Priest and Alice Cooper are proving that legends don’t fade—they evolve, sharpen, and strike even harder.
Hellraisers United: The Final Shockwave isn’t just a tour—it’s a testament to rock history. And for fans of metal, horror, and pure theatrical spectacle, this is one event where missing out simply isn’t an option.
Prepare for mayhem. The masters have returned.
