2026 POWER TRIP FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED: METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, JUDAS PRIEST, GUNS N’ ROSES & TOOL RETURN FOR THE BIGGEST EVENT OF THE DECADE — DATES AND CITIES REVEALED
Rock and metal fans, brace yourselves — the giants are back, and the desert is calling once more. The 2026 Power Trip Festival has officially been announced, and it’s already being hailed as the biggest music event of the decade. Set to take place over three explosive days, the legendary lineup will unite Metallica, Iron Maiden, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Judas Priest, Guns N’ Roses, and Tool — six titans of rock who are ready to shake the earth once again.
Organizers confirmed that the 2026 edition will expand beyond its original Indio, California location, adding shows in Las Vegas, Dallas, and Madrid, making it the first-ever global Power Trip tour. Each stop promises an unforgettable celebration of pure, unfiltered rock energy.
🔥 The Ultimate Lineup Returns
Few festivals can even dream of assembling a lineup this monumental. Each band on the 2026 bill represents decades of musical power, legacy, and influence.
Metallica, fresh off their “M72 World Tour,” will headline opening night with a setlist rumored to include deep cuts alongside classics like Enter Sandman and Master of Puppets. The band teased that their Power Trip set will be “something no fan has ever seen before.”
Iron Maiden, the pioneers of British metal, return with their epic “Legacy of the Beast” stage show. Expect soaring vocals from Bruce Dickinson and the thundering gallop of Steve Harris as they deliver arena-sized energy under the desert sky.
Then comes a twist — Red Hot Chili Peppers will inject their funk-rock flavor into the mix. With Flea’s unstoppable bass, Anthony Kiedis’s signature swagger, and John Frusciante’s guitar wizardry, their inclusion adds a wild, unpredictable energy to the lineup.
Judas Priest, celebrating over 50 years of heavy metal, promise to unleash a career-spanning set filled with power, fire, and pure leather-clad glory. Rob Halford, the Metal God himself, said in a statement:
“Power Trip isn’t just a concert — it’s a communion. We’re bringing the metal masses together again, and it’s going to be louder, stronger, and meaner than ever.”
Guns N’ Roses will take the stage next, with Axl Rose and Slash continuing their long-awaited creative resurgence. Fans can expect a high-voltage performance filled with hits like Welcome to the Jungle, Sweet Child O’ Mine, and November Rain.
And closing the festival in true atmospheric style will be Tool — masters of complexity and intensity. Their immersive visuals and sonic precision are expected to deliver a transcendental finale that leaves audiences in awe.
🎸 Dates and Cities Revealed
The 2026 Power Trip Festival will unfold across four major destinations:
- April 24–26: Empire Polo Grounds, Indio, California (USA)
- May 1–3: Allegiant Stadium Grounds, Las Vegas, Nevada (USA)
- May 15–17: AT&T Stadium, Dallas, Texas (USA)
- June 5–7: Ciudad del Rock, Madrid, Spain (EU)
Each city will host three nights of performances, with two bands headlining per evening — echoing the original Power Trip’s format but on a much grander, international scale.
⚡ A Global Gathering of Rock Legends
The announcement sent shockwaves across social media. Within hours, hashtags like #PowerTrip2026, #MetallicaReturns, and #RockLivesOn were trending worldwide. Fans called it “the dream lineup of a lifetime” and “the resurrection of rock festivals.”
Promoters say Power Trip 2026 is more than just a concert series — it’s a global movement celebrating the timeless power of live music. Exclusive VIP experiences, desert campsites, and even a “Legends Lounge” featuring meet-and-greets with the artists will be available for the most devoted fans.
🗣️ The Artists Speak
James Hetfield of Metallica summed up the spirit of the event perfectly:
“Rock isn’t dead — it’s louder than ever. We’re honored to stand shoulder to shoulder with these legends again. This is history repeating itself, but bigger.”
Meanwhile, Anthony Kiedis of the Chili Peppers teased their upcoming performance, saying:
“The desert’s about to get funky. We’re bringing heat, color, and chaos to Power Trip. Let’s make the ground shake.”
🎤 Tickets and Final Word
Tickets for Power Trip 2026 go on sale Friday, November 8, through the official Power Trip website, with pre-sale registration opening a week earlier. Early demand is already described as “record-breaking.”
One thing is certain — this isn’t just another festival. It’s a once-in-a-generation explosion of rock history, a gathering of gods in guitars, leather, and lights.
When the amps roar and the sky ignites this spring, Power Trip 2026 will remind the world why rock and metal remain the heartbeat of live music — unbreakable, unstoppable, and eternal.
Get ready to witness history. The legends are back. The Power returns. ⚡🎸
