Iron Maiden has announced their 2026 'Run For Your Lives' Tour, which will include major festival and stadium shows across Europe, with additional worldwide dates to be announced, celebrating over five decades of their legendary career.

The band is planning a special UK show in July 2026, potentially extending their Eddie’s Dive Bar concept for UK fans, and will host a multi-day festival at Knebworth featuring camping, entertainment, and Maiden-themed activities.

The Knebworth event is set to be a historic, large-scale outdoor concert, with a capacity of up to 125,000 fans, emphasizing its significance as a venue with a rich musical legacy, hosting acts like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Queen.

Support acts for the Knebworth festival include The Hu, The Darkness, The Almighty, and Airbourne, with the event starting on July 10, 2026, and featuring the biggest Eddie’s Dive Bar ever, along with camping and entertainment.

The tour will feature performances of songs from Iron Maiden's first nine albums, including rare live renditions of tracks like 'Murders in the Rue Morgue' and 'Killers,' some of which haven't been performed live in decades.

The setlist will focus on songs from their first seven albums, aligning with the band's anniversary theme, and will include fan favorites and iconic tracks like 'The Trooper,' 'Fear of the Dark,' and 'Wasted Years.'

The opening night of the tour received praise for its impressive digital visuals and stage show, blending the band's rich history with modern, visually engaging elements.

Fans are encouraged to follow Iron Maiden on social media platforms for updates, as the band continues to celebrate their legacy with extensive touring and new content.

Iron Maiden's history includes iconic performances at venues like London Stadium and their long-standing presence in Portugal, where bassist Steve Harris owns a bar in Faro and the band has a dedicated fan base.

The band’s lineup features Steve Harris, Bruce Dickinson, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Janick Gers, and new touring drummer Simon Dawson, who replaced Nicko McBrain after his retirement due to health reasons.

Bruce Dickinson has performed the U.S. national anthem at NFL games and shared insights on his health journey, including overcoming throat cancer diagnosed in 2014, emphasizing his active involvement in public performances.

The band also highlights the importance of festival performances for expanding their fan base, especially in regions lacking extensive radio support, and views their tour as both a celebration of their history and a step into the future.