The Run For Your Lives World Tour 2026 got off to an explosive start in Athens last night!
Sofia… See you soon.

Photos by John McMurtrie

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Iron Maiden announce a return to Curitiba for the Run For Your Lives World Tour 2026.

October 2026
28 – Curitiba, BRAZIL – Arena da Baixada

The Iron Maiden Fan Club pre-sale will take place on Tuesday 19th May at 11am local time. General sale will be Thursday 21st May at 10am local time.

Special guests for this show will be Alter Bridge.

With the announcement of this show, the dates for the Run For Your Lives World Tour 2026 are now complete.

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HarperNonFiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden?s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on 22nd October 2026.

Nicko is the legendary drummer for Iron Maiden, joining the band in 1982 after stints with artists like Streetwalkers, Pat Travers and Trust after honing his craft from decades of session work among the highly competitive mean streets and studios of London?s Soho. Through his powerful, precise drumming and charismatic stage presence, the long-serving drummer became a metal icon, pivotal in shaping Iron Maiden’s dynamic sound.

With trademark humour and heart Nicko takes us behind the scenes of one of Britain?s biggest ever bands. Experience the highs and lows of his illustrious career on the road, in the studio and being ?Mr Iron Maiden? to the worldwide legion of fans!

This is the story of what it feels like to remain not just relevant but more loved than ever after decades at the top, and to live a life transformed by music, brotherhood, and belief.

Packed with unforgettable moments, backstage stories, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and raw honesty, Hello Boys and Girls! is more than a rock memoir, it?s a front-row seat to one of heavy metal?s greatest lives.

Nicko says: ?I’m very excited and honoured to be working with the wonderful HarperNonFiction Team on my very own book full of lots of fun stories, anecdotes and of course my incredible experiences with some of the greatest musicians and performers from the 70s, 80s and beyond! I am blessed to be able to finally share my path to where I am today, in my own words, with the world.?

Pre-order your copy today!

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation have announced Iron Maiden as one of its inductees for 2026.

Quote from Rod Smallwood on behalf of Iron Maiden:

?We?d like to thank the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for including us (and former members who were all part of our story) in the 2026 roll call of inductees. Iron Maiden have always been about our relationship with our fans above anything else, including awards and industry accolades. However, having said that, it?s always nice to be recognised and honoured for any achievements within the music industry too!

It also seems appropriate for the band to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year as we continue our 50th anniversary celebrations with our Run For Your Lives World Tour visiting the Americas and beyond. We would also like to congratulate our fellow 2026 inductees and extend our gratitude as ever to our fans for their loyalty, perseverance and support for over 50 years now! See you all, somewhere on tour.?

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Bruce will take to the water this Saturday, trading the stage for the oar as he joins forces with his longtime friend and co-podcaster Professor Kevin Dutton. Bruce will be supporting the opening leg of an extraordinary, world-first expedition… a true south to north journey, rowing and riding the entire length of the British Isles.

This remarkable challenge is more than just a feat of exploration. It?s driven by a powerful purpose: raising awareness and support for children?s mental health. By backing this ambitious undertaking, Kevin and his team aim to shine a light on an issue that touches countless young lives, helping to inspire action, resilience, and hope along the way.

You can support this incredible journey and raise money for children’s mental health here.

Bruce will be keeping us up to date on his Instagram channel on Saturday.

Follow Kevin’s journey on their official channel.

You can find more information at southnorthadventures.com

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Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition – tickets now available, in cinemas May 7th

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Iron Maiden?s highly anticipated EddFest weekend this summer has just got even bigger with the announcement that Blaze Bayley, who fronted the band from 1994 to 1999, will be headlining the Friday night Maidenville stage. He is the latest name to be revealed, as part of the all-encompassing celebration of Iron Maiden’s 50th Anniversary that will be taking place on the iconic Knebworth site.

?I?m so excited to be invited to headline Friday night at EddFest, celebrating 50 years of Iron Maiden,? says Blaze. ?I am so proud of my two albums with the band and I’m really looking forward to playing some of the songs that we recorded together. Can’t wait to see you all at the hallowed grounds of Knebworth!?

Fans can expect to hear Blaze Bayley and his band deliver a powerful set of songs from The X Factor and Virtual XI, the albums he released during his time as Iron Maiden?s lead singer. Blaze co-wrote some of the songs on those albums with band founder Steve Harris, and Friday night?s Maidenville stage has been personally curated by Steve to showcase many elements of his musical career.

Steve has also invited Gypsy?s Kiss, the band he formed in 1974 with singer and guitarist, David Smith, to perform on the Maidenville stage on Friday night too. As the very first band Steve ever played with they were an instrumental part of Steve?s journey to form Iron Maiden a year later.

Steve says, ?Having the opportunity to put together our very own festival at Knebworth, and celebrate 50 years of Iron Maiden, has given me a chance to bring together friends past and present and create a really special weekend for the fans.

I?m very pleased that Blaze is able to join us and perform some of the songs we wrote and recorded in the 90s. He has been a big part of Iron Maiden?s career and I know the fans will be really excited to see him on stage at EddFest. It?s also great to have Gypsy?s Kiss playing with us at Knebworth too. They were a big part of my musical heritage and it?s really exciting to have them play at the Maidenville stage.?

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IRON MAIDEN: BURNING AMBITION explores how Iron Maiden has helped shape a cultural movement, challenging conventional views of rock music and heavy metal?s broader impact on society and culture. Featuring interviews with the band and contributors such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich, and Chuck D, this electrifying film offers an intimate look at their uncompromising vision and unwavering connection with their global army of fans.

Exclusively in cinemas from May 7 – Tickets on sale now! Head to ironmaidenfilm.com for more information.
Further screenings and markets to be confirmed.

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Due to overwhelming demand, second nights have been added to the Run For Your Lives Tour in Australia & New Zealand.

November 2026
08 – Spark Arena, Auckland – NEW ZEALAND
19 – Entertainment Centre, Brisbane – AUSTRALIA

Tickets on sale now!

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