In 2024, the heavy metal and hard rock scene is alive and well, with some of the biggest names in the genre embarking on massive tours. Here are some of the top live heavy metal tours for 2024 and beyond:

1. Metallica

• Tour Dates: 25 concerts through November 2025
• Overview: Metallica is at the forefront of the heavy metal world, and their tour is one of the most anticipated. The band is known for their high-energy performances, and fans can expect a setlist full of classics as well as new material from their latest releases. This tour will be a global trek, with stops in major cities across North America, Europe, and beyond.

2. Guns N’ Roses

• Tour Dates: 21 concerts through July 2025
• Overview: Guns N’ Roses continues their ongoing legacy with their 2024 tour. The iconic hard rock band, led by Axl Rose and Slash, will perform their timeless hits, bringing classic rock to the masses with electrifying shows. Their live shows are famous for their intensity, complete with a mix of nostalgia and new tunes.

3. Iron Maiden

• Tour Dates: 31 concerts through August 2025
• Overview: Iron Maiden’s world tours are a spectacle, with elaborate stage designs and a heavy blend of their metal anthems. Known for their theatrical live performances, Maiden’s upcoming concerts will bring together fans from all over the world, making it a must-see for any metal fan.

4. AC/DC

• Tour Dates: 13 concerts through May 2025
• Overview: With their powerful brand of rock ‘n roll, AC/DC’s tour promises to be a thrilling experience. Although they’re a bit more limited in terms of dates, each show is guaranteed to be packed with explosive energy, featuring their classic hits and some of their newer tracks.

5. Def Leppard

• Tour Dates: 3 concerts through August 2025
• Overview: Def Leppard, one of the most successful rock bands of the ’80s, continues to tour with a mix of their greatest hits and fan favorites. Their live performances are always a crowd-pleaser, and their upcoming concerts will undoubtedly offer fans a chance to relive the glory days of hard rock.

6. System of a Down

• Tour Dates: 13 concerts through September 2025
• Overview: Known for their unique blend of metal and political commentary, System of a Down will be delivering intense performances with their intricate compositions. This band’s live shows are known for their chaotic energy and socially conscious lyrics, making their 2024 tour an exciting event.

7. Scorpions

• Tour Dates: 15 concerts through July 2025
• Overview: Scorpions, another iconic name in hard rock and heavy metal, are bringing their electrifying live shows back to stages worldwide. Their mix of classic tunes and electrifying performances ensures that this tour will be a treat for fans of all ages.

8. Slipknot

• Tour Dates: 9 concerts through June 2025
• Overview: Known for their high-octane performances and masked personas, Slipknot’s shows are legendary in the metal scene. Their 2024 tour promises to continue that tradition, offering fans an unforgettable, chaotic experience.

9. Nickelback

• Tour Dates: 11 concerts through July 2025
• Overview: Nickelback continues their return to the spotlight with a series of live shows. With a blend of hard rock anthems and emotional ballads, their concerts are guaranteed to bring a mix of nostalgia and new material that fans will enjoy.

10. Avenged Sevenfold

• Tour Dates: 9 concerts through September 2025
• Overview: Avenged Sevenfold is known for their dynamic live performances that mix metalcore, hard rock, and thrash elements. Their upcoming tour will showcase their musical evolution, with a thrilling setlist that spans their entire career.

11. Foreigner

• Tour Dates: 17 concerts through October 2025
• Overview: While more on the hard rock side, Foreigner’s upcoming tour will appeal to metal fans as well, thanks to their powerful performances and legendary songs that have stood the test of time. Their live concerts are an enduring reminder of their impact on the hard rock scene.

12. Disturbed

• Tour Dates: 35 concerts through May 2025
• Overview: Known for their heavy riffs and David Draiman’s signature vocals, Disturbed’s concerts are an experience for fans of hard rock and metal alike. Their upcoming tour will surely deliver the powerful, cathartic performances the band is known for.

These are just a few highlights from the massive world of heavy metal and hard rock tours in 2024. Fans of aggressive guitar riffs, heavy beats, and unforgettable live performances will have plenty of chances to see their favorite bands in action. Whether you’re into classic rock, metalcore, or thrash, 2024 promises to deliver some of the best live music experiences in the heavy metal world.