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Iron Maiden Mark 50 Years With 75,000-Fan London Spectacle, Head to Six German Stadiums

Performing only early-era classics under new drummer Simon Dawson, the band is drawing a surge of young fans.

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Overview

  • The band launched its Run For Your Lives tour with a sold-out show for 75,000 fans at London’s Olympia-Stadion.
  • They are set to perform six concerts in German football stadiums, including a date at Arena AufSchalke.
  • The tour’s heritage setlist draws exclusively from their first nine albums released between 1980 and 1992.
  • Cinematic video backdrops and appearances by mascot Eddie enhance the shows’ immersive, narrative-driven production.
  • Simon Dawson, who joined in December 2024 replacing Nicko McBrain, makes his stadium tour debut as Maiden continue to expand their fan base with younger audiences.