How to Get Iron Maiden Tickets and Iron Maiden Presale Codes

English heavy metal legends Iron Maiden have announced the highly anticipated North American leg of their ‘Run for Your Lives’ World Tour 2026, celebrating an incredible 50 years since the band’s formation.

This massive tour will bring Iron Maiden to stadiums and major amphitheaters across the United States and Canada from August through September 2026, featuring an epic setlist drawn exclusively from their first nine groundbreaking albums.

This North American run marks 45 years since Iron Maiden first visited Canada and the USA on the 1981 ‘Killer’ World Tour. The return to BMO Stadium in Los Angeles will be the band’s 25th performance in the City of Angels, making this a truly historic tour.

Whether you’re searching for cheap Iron Maiden tickets, Iron Maiden presale codes, or information about the ‘Run for Your Lives’ tour dates, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about securing your spot at one of heavy metal’s most anticipated tours of 2026.

Iron Maiden 2026 North American Tour Dates

The Iron Maiden ‘Run for Your Lives’ tour kicks off August 29, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. Iron Maiden will continue touring, with 12 massive shows plotted across North America, before wrapping up on September 29 at the Alamodome in San Antonia, TX.

Here are all the confirmed Iron Maiden concert dates. Follow the link to the show of your choice and you’ll be directed to access our Iron Maiden concert tickets from there!

Who Are the Opening Acts for Iron Maiden’s Run for Your Lives Tour?

Iron Maiden has assembled an incredible lineup of thrash metal legends for their 2026 North American tour:

Megadeth: The thrash metal titans will open all 12 shows on the tour. This is particularly special as Megadeth is on their final tour, making these performances a can’t-miss event for metal fans.

Anthrax: The legendary thrash band will join as additional support at the four stadium shows: Montréal (September 3), Harrison, NJ (September 5), Los Angeles (September 25), and San Antonio (September 29).

Iron Maiden Presale Codes & Presale Information

Want to get Iron Maiden tickets before they go on sale to the general public? Here are all the presale opportunities for the Run for Your Lives tour:

Iron Maiden Fan Club Presale

• Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time
• Access: Must be a member of the official Iron Maiden Fan Club
• The Fan Club presale gives the earliest access to tickets

Megadeth Cyber Army Presale

• Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM local time
• Access: Visit megadeth.com for presale instructions
• Available for Megadeth Fan Club members

Ticketmaster Presale

• Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time
• Presale Code: Check your Ticketmaster account or email for verified fan codes

Live Nation Presale

• Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time
• Presale Codes: Typically RIFFS, CHORDS, MELODY, or ANTHEM (codes may vary by venue)

Venue Presales

• Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time
• Check individual venue websites for specific presale access and codes

Credit Card Presales

Many venues will also offer presales for American Express, Citi, Chase, and other major credit card holders. Check with your card issuer for details.

When Do Iron Maiden Tickets Go On Sale?

The general on-sale date for Iron Maiden ‘Run for Your Lives’ tour tickets is Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time.

Tickets will be available through Ticketmaster and other authorized ticket sellers. If you’re purchasing through the general sale, we recommend reading up on how to quickly buy tickets on Ticketmaster to maximize your chances of securing tickets.

We always recommend following Iron Maiden’s official website, the band’s social media pages, and local venue pages to stay updated on any changes to ticket release dates and times.

Eddie’s Pop-Up Dive Bars Coming to North America

For the first time ever, Iron Maiden is bringing the hugely popular Eddie’s Pop-Up Dive Bar experience to North American cities. These free-access fan gathering spaces have been a massive hit on the European leg of the tour and will feature:

• Trooper Beer and Darkest Red wine
• Food and refreshments
• Exclusive tour merchandise
• Entertainment and activities
• A unique space for fans to gather before and after shows

Manager Rod Smallwood notes: “Our European fans just loved these and we’re convinced that the mix of Maiden fans, Trooper Beer & exclusive Tour merch makes for a winning combination.”

Iron Maiden Run for Your Lives Setlist 2026

The Run for Your Lives tour setlist is designed specifically to celebrate Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary by focusing exclusively on songs from their first nine studio albums. Setlist selections will be from the 1980 self-titled debut Iron Maiden through 1992’s Fear of the Dark.

Based on the European leg of the tour, fans can expect a 17-song powerhouse setlist featuring:

• “Murders in the Rue Morgue” (from Killers – first time in 20+ years)
• “Wrathchild”
• “Killers” (title track – first time since 1999)
• “Phantom of the Opera”
• “The Number of the Beast”
• “The Clairvoyant”
• “Powerslave”
• “2 Minutes to Midnight”
• “Rime of the Ancient Mariner” (Bruce Dickinson’s favorite)
• “Run to the Hills”
• “Seventh Son of a Seventh Son” (full epic performance)
• “The Trooper”
• “Hallowed Be Thy Name”
• “Iron Maiden”

Encore:

• “Aces High”
• “Fear of the Dark”
• “Wasted Years”

Bruce Dickinson states, “We’ve got all the big ones from that early period including Hallowed, Run To The Hills, Trooper, Number Of The Beast, Killers, Powerslave, 2 Minutes… and some of them we haven’t played in the US for over 20 years! Plus there’s some real epics including my particular favorite ‘Rime of the Ancient Mariner’ and Seventh Son… We are doing them all and more. I mean, who wouldn’t for a 50th birthday party!”

The setlist represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear deep cuts and rare performances from Iron Maiden’s legendary early catalog, many of which haven’t been played live in decades.

How Long Are Iron Maiden Concerts?

According to setlist data, Iron Maiden concerts on the ‘Run for Your Lives’ tour typically run approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, delivering an intensive, non-stop heavy metal experience.

With 17 songs including several lengthy epics like “Rime of the Ancient Mariner” and “Seventh Son of a Seventh Son,” fans can expect a comprehensive journey through Iron Maiden’s classic era.

New Drummer Simon Dawson Joins Iron Maiden

The ‘Run for Your Lives’ tour marks a significant milestone as it’s the first Iron Maiden tour in over four decades without drummer Nicko McBrain, who retired following the 2023-2024 ‘Future Past’ tour after recovering from a stroke.

Longtime British Lion bandmate Simon Dawson has joined Iron Maiden as their new touring drummer. Dawson debuted with the band at the tour’s opening night in Budapest on May 27, 2025, and has received overwhelming praise from fans and critics alike for his powerful performances.

How to Sell Iron Maiden Tickets

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