Heavy metal fans in New Zealand have something massive to look forward to in late 2026 — Iron Maiden and Megadeth will bring an explosive concert to Auckland, marking a major stop on Iron Maiden’s 50th Anniversary Run For Your Lives World Tour.
The concert is set for Saturday, 7 November 2026 at Spark Arena in Auckland — a huge event for Kiwi metalheads and one of only a handful of Australasian tour dates announced for the fall leg of the tour.
This special show will bring Iron Maiden’s brand-new, state-of-the-art production and a once-in-a-lifetime setlist that dives deep into the band’s legendary first nine albums — the records that helped define heavy metal from the late 1970s onward.
Thrash icons Megadeth will join Iron Maiden as very special guests, adding even more firepower to a night already stacked with historic significance. The announcement comes amid Megadeth’s own farewell world tour, making this pairing an unmissable moment for fans of both bands.
The New Zealand date is part of Iron Maiden’s wider Run For Your Lives World Tour, which celebrates 50 years of the band’s music and has taken them across multiple continents, including Europe, North America and now Oceania. It’s also expected to be one of the last chances to catch the band before they take a break from touring in 2027.
- Event: Iron Maiden & Megadeth — Run For Your Lives World Tour
- Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026
- Venue: Spark Arena, Auckland, New Zealand
- Fan Club Presale: Monday, 2 March 2026 (12:00 pm)
- Megadeth Cyber Army Presale: Tuesday, 3 March 2026 (12:00 pm)
- Rock & Dainty Presale: Wednesday, 4 March 2026 (12:00 pm)
- General Public On Sale: Friday, 6 March 2026 (12:00 pm) (local times)
Tickets will be available via Iron Maiden’s official site and TEG Dainty, giving fans multiple opportunities to secure spots for what promises to be a massive metal night.
This Auckland performance marks Iron Maiden’s fifth visit to New Zealand since their first appearance in 1992 and continues their long tradition of delivering high-energy, fan-focused shows in the country. With Megadeth joining the bill — a band celebrating a milestone and widely loved by metal fans — the event is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about concerts of 2026.
For Kiwi fans who’ve followed Maiden through decades, this return is both a celebration of their legacy and a reminder of metal’s staying power — and with both bands delivering unforgettable live experiences, Auckland’s Spark Arena is set to shake on 7 November 2026.
