North America, Get Ready to Run for Your Lives as Iron Maiden Rocks Out!
Iron Maiden has officially announced the highly anticipated North American leg of their Run For Your Lives World Tour in celebration of their 50th Anniversary. The band will be performing at stadiums and major amphitheaters across the United States and Canada, allowing fans the opportunity to experience a brand new, state-of-the-art production on a massive scale in outdoor venues. The setlist will feature songs from the band’s first nine groundbreaking albums. In addition to these shows, Iron Maiden will headline America’s biggest rock festival, Louder Than Life at the Highland Festival Grounds in Kentucky on 17th September 2026.
Steve expressed the band’s excitement, stating, “We are greatly looking forward to bringing this Run For Your Lives Tour to North America and hope the fans enjoy seeing the show and hearing the set list as much as we do playing it.” He also mentioned that Megadeth would be joining them on their final tour and acknowledged Anthrax’s presence on select shows. Bruce chimed in, expressing his enjoyment in performing the classic songs and the band’s enthusiasm for playing them. He highlighted the inclusion of hits like “Hallowed,” “Run To The Hills,” and “The Trooper,” which they haven’t played in the US for over two decades.
Manager Rod Smallwood emphasized that for a tour commemorating the band’s 50th Anniversary, the show’s scale and visual aspects demand larger venues than their previous arena performances. The decision to opt for outdoor venues during this time of year was intentional to showcase the production in darkness, providing the audience with the best possible experience. The gentlemen are particularly looking forward to the massive shows in Montréal and San Antonio, as well as the Louder Than Life festival. Additionally, Iron Maiden plans to bring the popular Eddie’s Pop-Up Dive Bar experience to North America for the first time, offering a unique fan experience.
The band will offer the well-loved Trooper VIP Experience at all venues, ensuring fans have a memorable concert experience. Smallwood also addressed the band’s request for fans to limit phone usage during the shows, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the moment rather than capturing it on a screen. As Iron Maiden looks forward to their upcoming North American shows, they once again urge fans to keep their phones in their pockets and relish the live performance.
These tour dates mark 45 years since Iron Maiden first visited Canada and the USA on the 1981 Killer World Tour, making this return a significant milestone in their career. The band’s performance at the BMO Stadium concert in Los Angeles on September 25th will mark their 25th appearance in the City of Angels, solidifying their relationship with the iconic venue.
As Iron Maiden gears up for the Run For Your Lives North American Tour, fans can anticipate an unforgettable experience filled with classic hits, innovative production, and a celebration of the band’s incredible legacy. The tour promises to be a historic event, showcasing Iron Maiden’s enduring impact on the world of rock music.