Heavy metal icons Judas Priest have confirmed an extensive run of live dates for summer 2026, bringing their thunderous sound back to Europe with the newly announced Faithkeepers Tour. The tour continues the band’s celebrated Invincible Shield era and reinforces their enduring status as one of metal’s most formidable live acts.
Spanning late July through August 2026, the tour will take the legendary British band across major European cities and renowned metal festivals, delivering a powerful mix of new material and timeless classics.
The Faithkeepers Tour: Summer 2026
The Faithkeepers Tour is built around Europe’s peak festival season, combining high-profile open-air events with headline arena and amphitheatre shows. Judas Priest will perform across Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, the Netherlands, France, Spain, and the UK, offering fans multiple chances to experience the band live.
Confirmed 2026 Dates (Selected Highlights)
- July 25 – Mönchengladbach, Germany – Bobfest
- July 26 – Neu-Ulm, Germany – Wiley Sportpark
- July 28 – Warsaw, Poland – Torwar
- July 31 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken Open Air
August 2026
- Aug 2 – Ostrava, Czech Republic – Ostravar Arena
- Aug 4 – Bratislava, Slovakia – Nepala Arena
- Aug 6 – Halle, Germany – Messehalle
- Aug 9 – Burton-upon-Trent, UK – Bloodstock Open Air
- Aug 12 – Tilburg, Netherlands – 013
- Aug 14 – Germany – Reload Festival
- Aug 16 – Carhaix-Plouguer, France – Motocultor Festival
- Aug 18 – Pamplona, Spain – Navarra Arena
- Aug 20 – Valencia, Spain – Roig Arena
- Aug 23 – St. Goarshausen, Germany – Loreley Amphitheatre
Festival appearances at Wacken Open Air, Bloodstock, and Motocultor stand out as key moments of the tour, placing Judas Priest at the center of Europe’s metal calendar.
What Fans Can Expect
Judas Priest’s 2026 performances will continue to spotlight tracks from Invincible Shield, alongside anthems that have defined generations of heavy metal, such as “Breaking the Law,” “Living After Midnight,” “Painkiller,” and “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’.”
Known for their commanding stage presence, razor-sharp musicianship, and Rob Halford’s iconic vocals, the band remains a dominant force live, even more than five decades into their career.
A Testament To Metal Longevity
With the Faithkeepers Tour, Judas Priest once again prove that longevity and relevance can go hand in hand. Rather than slowing down, the band continues to expand their live legacy, connecting with longtime fans while inspiring new generations of metalheads.
Summary
In 2026, Judas Priest will focus their touring efforts on a major European summer run, headlined by the Faithkeepers Tour. Featuring arena shows and appearances at some of the world’s biggest metal festivals, the tour reinforces the band’s place at the pinnacle of heavy metal performance. For fans across Europe, summer 2026 will belong to the Priest.
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