Marilyn Manson has announced a special two‑night residency at The Wiltern in Los Angeles to mark the 30th anniversary of his breakthrough album Antichrist Superstar. The shows are scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026 and Sunday, November 1, 2026, coinciding with Halloween weekend — a fitting time for one of rock’s most provocative figures to return to the stage.
This will be Manson’s first Los Angeles performance in eight years, making the event a highly anticipated homecoming for both longtime fans and the wider rock community.
Honoring a Defining Album
Antichrist Superstar was released on October 8, 1996 and quickly became one of Marilyn Manson’s most influential and controversial records. It helped establish his reputation as a boundary‑pushing artist and remains a defining work in ’90s industrial and alternative metal.
The two nights at The Wiltern are being billed as “An Evening With Marilyn Manson”, with a setlist that will focus heavily on Antichrist Superstar while also reaching into highlights from his broader catalog. According to Manson, the performances will be a tribute not just to the album that changed his career, but also to everything that followed.
In a statement about the shows, Manson said the residency will:
- Dive deep into the Antichrist Superstar record
- Include songs that represent his artistic journey since 1996
This promises a blend of classic tracks and fan favorites spanning his decades‑long career.
What Fans Can Expect
The Wiltern shows are expected to be more intimate than Manson’s larger arena tours, giving fans a rare opportunity to experience his music up close. After years of broad touring — including the ongoing One Assassination Under God Tour in support of his 2024 album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1 — these two nights will stand out as a focused celebration of a single iconic album.
Although specific setlists have not been released, longtime fans are already speculating about which tracks might appear. Antichrist Superstar includes some of Manson’s most enduring songs — from the aggressive “Irresponsible Hate Anthem” to the dark anthem “The Reflecting God,” and the intensely theatrical “Antichrist Superstar.” (See general fan discussion on possible track choices.)
Context: A Career of Controversy and Comeback
Marilyn Manson (born Brian Warner) has been one of rock music’s most controversial figures since the mid‑1990s. Antichrist Superstar and its supporting Dead to the World Tour were surrounded by intense cultural backlash, from bomb threats to protests and legal attempts to ban shows — all of which helped cement the album’s mythic status in rock history.
In recent years, Manson has continued to release new music, including One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1, and has remained active on the live circuit with extensive touring. He has also faced personal and legal challenges, but continues to maintain a presence in the music world.
Tickets and Availability
Tickets for the Wiltern shows went on sale Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10 AM PT and quickly became a hot commodity, with resale prices reflecting high demand from fans traveling from across the globe.
Why This Matters
The 30th anniversary of Antichrist Superstar represents more than a milestone — it’s a celebration of a record that pushed artistic boundaries and shaped a generation of rock and metal music. For many fans, seeing Manson perform material from that era live again — especially in Los Angeles — will be a moment almost three decades in the making.
