Metallica at the Aviva, Dublin FAQ: How much are tickets? Do I need to buy for both shows? etc 

Metallica bring their M72 tour to the Aviva in Dublin in 2026. Tickets go on general sale on Friday, May 30. Here's what you need to know

Metallica play two gigs at the Aviva, Dublin, in 2026, with some tickets already on sale. Picture: Arthur Carron

Metallica are confirmed to bring their record-breaking M72 World Tour to Dublin next year as part of a 16-show extension of the tour in Europe and the UK, with some tickets already on sale. 

Since opening in April 2023 in Amsterdam, the M72 tour has seen Metallica play to some four million fans. 

The tour’s European and UK itinerary will continue the No Repeat Weekend tradition, with each night of the two shows in each city featuring entirely different setlists and support lineups.

These will include the band’s shows at the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt on May 22 and 24 and at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on June 19 and 21, at Puskas Arena in Budapest on June 11 and June 13, and at the Olympic Stadium in London on July 3 and 5.

M72 2026 will also bring several single shows offering fans the tour’s full production, with its massive in-the-round stage, to cities including Athens (May 9), Bucharest (May 13), Chorzów (May 19), Zurich (May 27), Berlin (May 30), Bologna (June 3), Glasgow (June 25) and Cardiff (June 28).

Singer/guitarist James Hetfield of Metallica performs during a stop of the band's WorldWired Tour at T-Mobile Arena on November 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Picture: Ethan Miller/Getty Images.

Why are there two shows in the same city in one weekend?

Four stops on the 2026 tour will continue the No Repeat Weekend tradition of the tour. Metallica will play two completely different setlists each night, with two different opening acts for each show in Frankfurt, Budapest, Dublin, and London.

Will single-day tickets be available for the No Repeat Weekend shows?

A limited number of single-day tickets for No Repeat Weekend shows will be available on July 25, 2025. There will be a fan club presale before this date, with exact details to be announced.

Does purchasing a two-day ticket mean I will be seated/standing in the same location each night?

Yes, each ticket allowing entry to the two shows will be in the same location, either the same seat or the same standing area.

When do tickets go on sale?

The general sale for two-night No Repeat Weekends Dublin tickets will take place at 10am on Friday, May 30, on ticketmaster.ie. Fan club pre-sales began on May 27. All fan club members need to request a personal presale ticket code here.. A code will be emailed to the profile address and appear on the Fifth Member profile page. Each code is good for purchasing up to four tickets per show, including Snake Pit tickets. For more information or to sign up to join the fan club, visit metallica.com/fans.

How much are tickets?

Two-night tickets for Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on 19 and 21 June cost from €121.25 to €261.25, subject to Ticketmaster charges.

Is there a limit on the number of tickets I can buy?

There is a ticket limit of six tickets per online purchase on ticketmaster.ie.

Are accessible tickets available?

Yes, accessible tickets for the Aviva Stadium gigs are available. To purchase accessible tickets, click here.

Will more shows be added to the tour?

Likely yes. Fans are advised to keep an eye on metallica.com for details about additional dates in 2026.

What are the Enhanced Experience packages?

Enhanced Experiences are available for all non-festival shows. Offerings include access to a meet and greet, production and stage tours, food and beverage in the Black Box Lounge, Snake Pit Passes, and early entry into the venue. Visit wearesuper.co/metallica for more details.

Who are the supporting acts?

The European and UK leg of the M72 tour, which is produced by Live Nation, will see support from Gojira, Pantera, Knocked Loose and Avatar.