In an exciting development for music lovers, a staggering 21 new rock and metal tours have been announced just within the past week. We hope you’ve saved some money for these electrifying concerts after your Black Friday shopping spree. This week’s announcements include some highly anticipated tours, such as AC/DC returning to North American stages in the upcoming year, Avril Lavigne embarking on a Greatest Hits tour, and Pearl Jam continuing to promote their acclaimed Dark Matter album through live performances.

Additionally, fans can look forward to a fresh leg of dates from Staind and Breaking Benjamin, as well as Spiritbox hitting the road. The formidable Meshuggah will be leading a crushing tour alongside Cannibal Corpse and Carcass, while Pierce the Veil announces their own new dates for 2024. This week also featured significant news, such as the living members of Soundgarden scheduling a benefit performance, Five Finger Death Punch becoming the first band confirmed for the Sturgis Rally 2025, and the Kilby Block Party unveiling their lineup for 2025.

What events are you most excited to attend? Check out the complete listing of newly announced tours, festivals, and concerts below.

Catch the Exciting 10 Years Tour

Tour Dates: Jan. 16 – Feb. 8
Support Acts: Keith Wallen
Ticketing Information: Check the official site for details on ticket availability.

AC/DC’s Highly Anticipated North American Tour

Tour Dates: April 10 – May 28
Support Acts: The Pretty Reckless
Ticketing Information: Visit the official AC/DC website for ticket purchasing options.

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Experience the Acoustic Magic of Trey Anastasio

Tour Dates: March 8 – April 5
Support Acts: None Listed
Notes: This is an Acoustic Tour, providing a unique experience for fans.
Ticketing Information: Check the official website for more details on how to purchase tickets.

The Aristocrats: A Progressive Rock Experience

Tour Dates: April 4 – May 7
Support Acts: None Listed
Ticketing Information: More details available on their official page.

Chase Petra: Rising Stars on Tour

Tour Dates: March 28 – April 26
Support Acts: Small Crush, Sorry Mom
Ticketing Information: Visit their official site for ticket details.

Coal Chamber and Fear Factory Unite for a Heavy Metal Tour

Tour Dates: March 18 – April 20
Support Acts: Twiztid, Black Satellite, Frayle
Ticketing Information: Check their official pages for ticket purchasing options.

Coroner: Thrash Metal Legends on Tour

Tour Dates: March 5 – 22
Support Acts: Deceased
Ticketing Information: More details can be found on their official website.

Emperor: A Journey Through Black Metal

Tour Dates: May 9 – 18
Support Acts: Wolves in the Throne Room, Wayfarer, Agalloch
Ticketing Information: Visit their official site for more details.

(hed) p.e.: A Unique Blend of Genres

Tour Dates: Jan. 10 – 26; Feb. 20 – March 29
Support Acts: Josey Scott, Adema, FLAW, Core
Ticketing Information: Check their official site for details on tickets.

Helmet: Celebrating 30 Years of the Iconic Betty Album

Tour Dates: Feb. 19 – March 23
Support Acts: Slomosa
Notes: This tour celebrates the 30th anniversary of their influential Betty album.
Ticketing Information: For ticket details, visit their official page.

Avril Lavigne’s Greatest Hits Tour: A Nostalgic Experience

Tour Dates: May 18 – June 29; Oct. 18
Support Acts: Simple Plan, We the Kings, Fefe Dobson
Ticketing Information: Check her official website for ticketing details.

Make Them Suffer: Metalcore Titans Hit the Road

Tour Dates: Feb. 20 – March 30
Support Acts: Like Moths to Flames, Windwalker, Aviana
Ticketing Information: Visit their official site for more details.

Meshuggah’s Brutal Tour with Cannibal Corpse and Carcass

Tour Dates: March 28 – April 24
Support Acts: Cannibal Corpse, Carcass
Ticketing Information: Check their official website for ticket details.

Necrofier: Emerging Talent in Heavy Metal

Tour Dates: Jan. 23 – 26
Support Acts: None Listed
Ticketing Information: More details available on their official website.

Pearl Jam: The Masterclass of Live Rock

Tour Dates: April 24 – May 18
Support Acts: None Listed
Ticketing Information: Check their official website for ticket details.

Pierce the Veil’s Epic Tour with Special Guests

Tour Dates: May 13 – June 29
Support Acts: Sleeping With Sirens, Daisy Grenade, Beach Weather
Ticketing Information: For more details, check their official page.

Poison the Well: Celebrating 25 Years of Impact

Tour Dates: April 4 – 29
Support Acts: Glassjaw, Better Lovers, Teenage Wrist
Notes: This tour celebrates the 25th Anniversary of The Opposite of December … A Season of Separation.
Ticketing Information: More details available on their official website.

Gene Simmons Band: Rock Legends in Action

Tour Dates: April 28 – May 24
Support Acts: None Listed
Ticketing Information: Check their official page for details on tickets.

Spiritbox: Innovative Sounds in Heavy Music

Tour Dates: April 3 – May 10
Support Acts: Loathe, Gel, Dying Wish
Ticketing Information: More details can be found on their official site.

Staind / Breaking Benjamin: A Co-Headlining Experience

Tour Dates: April 26 – June 1
Support Acts: Wage War, Lakeview
Ticketing Information: Check their official sites for details on tickets.

Theory of a Deadman: An Unplugged Experience

Tour Dates: Feb. 6 – March 20
Support Acts: Ayron Jones, Mick Blankenship, Jeff Martin
Notes: This is an Unplugged Tour, showcasing a different side of the band.
Ticketing Information: More details available on their official page.

Additional Highlights: Noteworthy Events and Tours

* The lineup for the 2025 Kilby Block Party has been announced, featuring performances from Weezer, New Order, Devo, Beach House, St. Vincent, TV On the Radio, Slowdive, Wallows, Justice, Gang of Four, and more, scheduled for May 15-18 at the Utah State Fairpark in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Ticketing Information: Available on the official site.

* Five Finger Death Punch will be performing with 2024 support bands Marilyn Manson and The Funeral Portrait at the 2025 HOG FEST. This Milwaukee concert is slated for July 17 at Fiserv Forum.
Ticketing Information: Check their official page for details.

* Dead and Company have unveiled plans for a 2025 residency set to take place at The Sphere in Las Vegas, with dates running from March 20 to May 17.
Ticketing Information: Visit their official site for more information.

* The living members of Soundgarden will reunite for a special performance at Seattle’s SMooCH benefit concert on Dec. 14 at Showbox, featuring Shaina Shepherd on vocals. The lineup also includes Sebadoh, Built to Spill’s Doug Martsch, and Duff McKagan.
Ticketing Information: More details can be found on their official site.

* The Sturgis Buffalo Chip has confirmed that Five Finger Death Punch will be the first band announced for the 85th annual Sturgis Rally, performing on Aug. 4 at the Buffalo Chip’s Wolfman Jack Stage.
Ticketing Information: Available on their official site.

* Twenty One Pilots will be performing at the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Detroit Red Wings on March 1 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.
Ticketing Information: More details on their official page.

* Fever 333 have announced a live return on Jan. 23, featuring Slay Squad and Crooked Teeth at The Echoplex in Los Angeles.
Ticketing Information: Visit their official site for more details.

* Silent Planet will host a special 10th anniversary show for their album The Night God Slept on Dec. 20 at Anaheim’s Chain Reaction, with support from Phineas, Avoid, and Earth Groans.
Ticketing Information: More details available on their website.

* American Nightmare has announced a special 25th anniversary show on Feb. 15 at The Monarch in Brooklyn, New York, with support from Indecision, No Warning, The Suicide File, Restraining Order, and Face the Pain.
Ticketing Information: Check their official site for details.

* Lamb of God‘s Randy Blythe has scheduled a series of spoken word shows to promote his book Just Beyond the Light. The events are set for Feb. 19 at Philadelphia’s Underground Arts, Feb. 23 at Somerville, Massachusetts’ The Center for Arts at the Armory, and March 1 at Joliet, Illinois’ The Forge.
Ticketing Information: More details available on their official page.