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BABYMETAL Headlines North American Amphitheaters for the First Time

BABYMETAL have spent a decade defying expectations. The Japanese trio fuses J-pop vocals with thunderous metal instrumentation in a combination that has won over fans from both worlds. After years of building a devoted North American following through festival slots, arena support tours, and select headline shows, the group is finally stepping into the amphitheater headliner role with The Biggest BABYMETAL Tour Ever. The 2026 run covers 20 dates from late August through early October, hitting major outdoor venues across the United States and Canada.

The tour opens with a co-headline appearance alongside My Chemical Romance at Petco Park in San Diego on August 30 before the dedicated headline leg launches September 2 at Ball Arena in Denver. From there, the routing sweeps through the Midwest, East Coast, Southeast, and Texas, with key stops at Huntington Bank Pavilion in Chicago, PNC Bank Arts Center in New Jersey, Xfinity Center in Boston, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Pine Knob Music Theatre in Detroit, and Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas. Festival appearances at Louder Than Life in Louisville (September 19) and Aftershock in Sacramento (October 3) bookend the run.

Halestorm joins as the featured support act on all headline dates. Led by Lzzy Hale, the Grammy-winning hard rock band brings a catalog of anthems including I Miss the Misery, Love Bites (So Do I), and Back From the Dead. Violent Vira opens every show, rounding out a triple bill that spans J-metal, American hard rock, and fresh energy from a rising act. The pairing of BABYMETAL and Halestorm represents two of the most dynamic live acts in modern rock sharing one stage night after night.

BABYMETAL formed in 2010 and broke internationally with their 2014 self-titled debut album, which reached number one on the Billboard World Albums chart. Follow-up records Metal Resistance and Metal Galaxy further expanded their reach, and their 2023 album The Other One marked a creative rebirth after the departure of founding member Yuimetal. Su-metal and Moametal lead the group alongside their backing band the Kami Band, delivering a live show that is equal parts arena-metal spectacle and precisely choreographed performance art.

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How to Buy BABYMETAL 2026 Tour Tickets

Where can I buy BABYMETAL tour tickets?

Primary tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the official BABYMETAL website. Artist presales began April 6 and the general onsale launched April 10. Verified resale tickets are also available on BigStub, a trusted marketplace with no hidden fees and a buyer guarantee backed by over 20 years of service.

When does the BABYMETAL 2026 tour start and end?

The tour opens August 30 with a co-bill alongside My Chemical Romance at Petco Park in San Diego. The headline portion with Halestorm begins September 2 at Ball Arena in Denver. The run concludes with an appearance at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento on October 3.

What cities is BABYMETAL visiting in 2026?

The 20-date North American run hits Denver, Chicago, Indianapolis, Toronto, New Jersey, Boston, Washington DC, Raleigh, Charlotte, Atlanta, Detroit, St. Louis, Dallas, Houston, Austin, Albuquerque, Phoenix, and more. Festival appearances include Louder Than Life in Louisville and Aftershock in Sacramento.

Who is opening for BABYMETAL on this tour?

Halestorm serves as the featured support act on all headline dates, with Violent Vira opening every show. The San Diego date on August 30 is a special co-bill with My Chemical Romance at Petco Park.

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BABYMETAL 2026 Tour -- Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Biggest BABYMETAL Tour Ever?

It is BABYMETAL's largest-ever North American headlining tour, spanning 20 dates from August 30 through October 3, 2026. The tour features Halestorm as special guest and Violent Vira as opener on all headline dates, with shows at major amphitheaters and arenas across the US and Canada.

When does the BABYMETAL 2026 tour start?

The tour begins August 30 with a co-headline show alongside My Chemical Romance at Petco Park in San Diego. The dedicated headline leg with Halestorm launches September 2 at Ball Arena in Denver.

Who is Halestorm?

Halestorm is a Grammy-winning American hard rock band fronted by Lzzy Hale. Known for hits like I Miss the Misery, Love Bites (So Do I), and Back From the Dead, they are one of the most respected live acts in modern rock and serve as direct support on all BABYMETAL headline dates.

Who is Violent Vira?

Violent Vira is the opening act on all headline dates of The Biggest BABYMETAL Tour Ever. They provide an energetic start to each evening before Halestorm and BABYMETAL take the stage.

What kind of music does BABYMETAL play?

BABYMETAL blends J-pop vocals with heavy metal instrumentation, creating a genre often called kawaii metal. Their live shows combine arena-scale metal production with precisely choreographed dance performances, making for a unique concert experience unlike anything else in music.

Who are the members of BABYMETAL?

BABYMETAL is led by Su-metal (vocals) and Moametal (vocals and dance). They perform alongside the Kami Band, a group of elite session musicians who handle the instrumental side of the live show.

What are some popular BABYMETAL songs?

BABYMETAL is known for songs like Gimme Chocolate!!, Karate, Road of Resistance, PA PA YA!!, Distortion, and METAL KINGDOM. Their setlist draws from across four studio albums spanning 2014 to 2023.

Is the My Chemical Romance show part of this tour?

The August 30 show at Petco Park in San Diego is a co-bill with My Chemical Romance and is technically separate from the headline tour, which begins September 2 in Denver. However, it is included as part of BABYMETAL's overall 2026 touring schedule.

Does the BABYMETAL tour include any festival appearances?

Yes. BABYMETAL appears at Louder Than Life festival in Louisville, Kentucky on September 19 and at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, California on October 3. These are in addition to the headline amphitheater dates.

What venues are on the BABYMETAL tour?

The tour visits major amphitheaters including Ball Arena in Denver, Huntington Bank Pavilion in Chicago, PNC Bank Arts Center in New Jersey, Xfinity Center in Boston, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Pine Knob Music Theatre in Detroit, and Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas.

How long has BABYMETAL been performing?

BABYMETAL formed in 2010 in Japan and broke internationally with their 2014 self-titled debut album, which reached number one on the Billboard World Albums chart. They have been touring globally for over a decade.

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