Metallica Opening Act 2027 — Who is the Support?

Confirmed Metallica Openers 2027

Suicidal Tendencies, Spiritbox, Limp Bizkit and Avatar are listed as support acts across 14 Metallica dates so far. Lineups come from the event listing and can change; the remaining dates have not named an opener yet.

• Nov 19, 2026 · Uncasville · Mohegan Sun Arena — Suicidal Tendencies
• Nov 21, 2026 · Uncasville · Mohegan Sun Arena — Suicidal Tendencies, Spiritbox
• May 8, 2027 · Vancouver · BC Place Stadium — Limp Bizkit
• May 13, 2027 · San Diego · Snapdragon Stadium — Avatar, Limp Bizkit
• May 18, 2027 · El Paso · Sun Bowl Stadium — Limp Bizkit
• May 22, 2027 · San Antonio · Alamodome — Limp Bizkit
• May 29, 2027 · Kansas City · Arrowhead Stadium — Limp Bizkit
• Jun 2, 2027 · Raleigh · Carter Finley Stadium — Avatar, Limp Bizkit
• Jun 5, 2027 · Indianapolis · Lucas Oil Stadium — Avatar, Limp Bizkit
• Jun 5, 2027 · Indianapolis · Lucas Oil Stadium Parking Lots — Limp Bizkit
• Jun 8, 2027 · New York · Highmark Stadium — Limp Bizkit
• Jun 12, 2027 · Madison · Camp Randall Stadium — Limp Bizkit
• Jun 15, 2027 · Cleveland · Huntington Bank Field — Avatar, Limp Bizkit
• Jun 19, 2027 · Salt Lake City · Rice Eccles Stadium — Limp Bizkit

How Metallica Tour Openers Get Announced

Most Metallica tour openers aren't named when tickets go on sale. The supporting act is locked in per-region (sometimes per-show) and appears on the event listing in the weeks before each stop. Open any date above to see whether the opener is confirmed yet — listings here refresh daily, so the support act shows up as soon as the seller names it.

For headliners at Metallica's scale, expect a single opener doing a 30 to 45 minute set, sometimes with a regional rotation (a Canadian opener for CA dates, a US opener for the American leg). The opener slot doesn't require a separate ticket — your Metallica ticket covers the full show.

How to Find the Confirmed Metallica Opener for Your City

1. Pick your city from the tour-date list above.
2. Open that date — the event page lists the confirmed opener once the seller has named one, next to the available tickets.
3. Compare seats there — one ticket covers the opener and Metallica, so choose by section and price, not by lineup.
4. Watch for updates — openers are sometimes added 2 to 4 weeks out, so check back if it's still TBA.

Do I Need a Separate Ticket for the Opener?

No. The Metallica ticket you buy from Ticketmaster covers the entire show — opener + headliner — at the same venue, same night. Doors usually open 60 to 90 minutes before the advertised start time; the opener typically performs first, with a 20 to 30 minute changeover before Metallica takes the stage.

Metallica Opening Act — FAQ

About Metallica

Metallica is one of the most influential heavy metal bands in history, widely credited with helping to define and popularize thrash metal. Formed in the early 1980s, the band built a global following through a series of landmark studio albums that combined aggressive riffs, complex arrangements, and deeply personal lyrics. Their catalog spans blistering thrash classics, slower epic ballads, and harder-hitting modern metal, reflecting their willingness to evolve their sound while staying rooted in heavy music. Metallica has sold tens of millions of albums worldwide, earned numerous industry awards, and performed to massive audiences in nearly every major music market on the planet. Their live shows are known for their intensity, musicianship, and loyal, headbanging crowds, often featuring long setlists that span their entire career. Fans love them for their technical skill, their authenticity, and their role in shaping the sound and culture of modern metal. Metallica concerts remain a must-see experience for rock and metal fans around the world.

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