Thrash metal legends Megadeth have launched their much-anticipated farewell tour, and fans got a monumental first taste of what the band has in store. The opening show, held in Victoria, British Columbia, featured a powerful 17-song set list that celebrated both the band’s new material and its extensive catalogue of classics.
The night’s performance included two tracks from their recently released, self-titled final album — “Tipping Point” and “I Don’t Care” — while the rest of the set leaned heavily on fan favorites from across Megadeth’s 40+-year career.
The full set list from the Feb. 15, 2026 show was:
- Tipping Point
- Hangar 18
- Dread and the Fugitive Mind
- Sweating Bullets
- Angry Again
- I Don’t Care
- Wake Up Dead
- In My Darkest Hour
- Countdown to Extinction
- Dystopia
- Skin o’ My Teeth
- Tornado of Souls
- Trust
- Symphony of Destruction
- Mechanix
- Peace Sells
- Holy Wars… The Punishment Due
The evening captured Megadeth’s ability to balance new creativity with a legacy of thrash anthems that have defined metal for generations. Tracks like “Dystopia” and “Countdown to Extinction” sat comfortably alongside early classics such as “Hangar 18” and “Peace Sells,” reminding the crowd of the band’s depth and longevity.
This farewell tour supports the band’s self-titled final album, which was released on Jan. 23, 2026, and marks the next chapter in the band’s long-running relationship with its fans. The record has already seen strong reception, and songs from it have become early highlights in live performances.
Megadeth originally announced their plans to retire from touring back in August 2025, when they revealed that they would record one last album and then embark on an extended farewell world tour. Mustaine has indicated the trek could last several years, offering fans around the world multiple chances to see the band one final time live.
The Canadian leg of the tour will conclude in Quebec City on March 6, and plans already extend into South America, Europe, and select festival appearances. Megadeth is also set to join Iron Maiden’s Run For Your Lives World Tour later in the year as special guests, adding even more milestone performances to their send-off itinerary.
For die-hard fans and casual metalheads alike, the farewell tour’s set lists serve as both a powerful retrospective and a reminder of Megadeth’s lasting influence on heavy music. From breakneck thrash to reflective moments in “In My Darkest Hour,” this run shows the band isn’t just saying goodbye — they’re going out with a statement.
