Thrash metal legends Megadeth announce huge Leeds arena show on global farewell tour
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Dave Mustaine and co. will bring their 'Breakout: Hibernation Of The Nations' farewell tour to Leeds' First Direct Arena in 2027 alongside Black Label Society and Testament
Grammy Award-winning thrash metal pioneers Megadeth have announced a massive arena show in Leeds as part of the European leg of their multi-year global farewell tour.
Titled Breakout: Hibernation Of The Nations, the 24-date European run follows the overwhelming global success of Megadeth’s 17th and final studio album, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200—marking the band’s first-ever chart-topping album.
Joining Megadeth for the entire UK and European tour are fellow heavy metal titans Black Label Society and Testament, forming one of the most anticipated heavy metal touring packages of 2027.
Speaking about the upcoming farewell run, frontman and founder Dave Mustaine said: "This isn't about saying goodbye. It's about celebrating everything we've built together over the last four decades. Every city has its own story, every crowd has given us unforgettable memories, and we want to come back to celebrate that with the fans who made it all possible.
"When we started talking about this tour, we wanted it to be a true celebration of metal. Black Label Society and Testament are bands we have tremendous respect for, and having them join us makes these shows even more special.
Dave finished by declaring: “This lineup represents decades of heavy music, and it's going to be an incredible night for the fans."
When are Megadeth playing Leeds?
Megadeth will perform at Leeds First Direct Bank Arena on Friday, March 19, 2027.
The show is part of an extensive UK leg that includes arena stops in Belfast, London, Nottingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Glasgow, and Birmingham, before the band heads out across mainland Europe.
When and where can I get tickets to see Megadeth in Leeds?
Tickets, VIP packages, and full tour details will be available directly via the band’s official website and Ticketmaster.
The key ticket release dates are as follows:
- Cyber Army Presale: August 4 at 10am
- Artist Presale: August 5 at 10am
- General On Sale: August 7 at 10am
- Mastercard Preferred Access: August 7 at 10:00am (via priceless.com/music)
With this being Megadeth’s official farewell tour—and featuring a heavy-hitting supporting lineup of Black Label Society and Testament - demand for tickets is expected to be exceptionally high.
Fans are strongly advised to register for presales early and set reminders for the general sale on Friday morning to avoid disappointment.