Thrash Metal Titans Unite for Epic 2026 Canadian Tour
The gods of thrash metal are descending upon Canada. Megadeth, one of the genre's legendary 'Big Four' bands, has officially announced the first leg of its highly anticipated 2026 North American tour. They won't be alone, bringing fellow icons Anthrax and the formidable Exodus as special support acts for a metal event that promises to shake venues across the nation.
Tour Details and Canadian Concert Dates
This monumental tour is in support of Megadeth's new and final self-titled studio album, which is scheduled for release on January 23, 2026. For fans in British Columbia, the powerhouse trio will be performing at the Rogers Forum in Abbotsford on February 17, 2026. The specific show time is still to be announced.
This is a can't-miss event for any metal enthusiast. The band, formed in 1983 by former Metallica guitarist Dave Mustaine, has sold over 50 million records worldwide. The current lineup features Mustaine alongside guitarist Teemu Mäntyssari, bassist James LoMenzo, and drummer Dirk Verbeuren. Fans have already gotten a taste of the new album with the release of two blistering new tracks, I Don't Care and Tipping Point, which showcase the band's signature fast, furious, and growling sound.
How to Get Your Tickets
Mark your calendars: tickets for the all-ages concert go on sale to the general public on November 28 at 10 a.m. through livenation.com. Given the legendary status of all three bands, demand is expected to be extremely high.
The Canadian leg of the tour includes multiple stops, ensuring fans from coast to coast can witness this historic metal convergence. The full list of Canadian dates is:
- Feb. 15 — Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, Victoria, B.C.
- Feb. 17 — Rogers Forum, Abbotsford, B.C.
- Feb. 18 — Prospera Place, Kelowna, B.C.
- Feb. 20 — Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB
- Feb. 21 — Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
- Feb. 24 — Sasktel Centre, Saskatoon, SK
- Feb. 25 — Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg, MB
- Feb. 28 — Canada Life Place, London, Ont.
- March 1 — Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa, Ont.
This tour represents a monumental chapter in heavy metal history, uniting three of the most influential acts in thrash for what promises to be an unforgettable live experience across Canada.
