Iron Maiden and Megadeth announce one NZ show

Heavy metal fans will get one thrilling set in November.

RNZ Digital reporters
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Caption:Iron Maiden in concert.Photo credit:JOHN McMURTRIE

British heavy metal legends Iron Maiden are bringing their Run for Your Lives tour to New Zealand.

The band, formed in 1970s East London, have announced one show for Auckland's Spark Arena on 7 November.

Iron Maiden first visited New Zealand in December 1992, playing to 3000 fans at the Logan Campbell Centre in Auckland. They have been back four times in total, most recently in 2024.

For the fifth visit at the end of 2026 they will be joined by American heavy metal band, Megadeth.

Tickets go on sale to the public on 6 March.

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