Overview
- Sharon Osbourne signaled the festival's comeback and teased an announcement on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, presenting the 2027 return as confirmed.
- Promoters and music outlets report a multi-city tour that opens in the U.K. and includes dates now listed for Milton Keynes, San Bernardino and Mexico City.
- Live Nation has been named in prior discussions with Sharon Osbourne about bringing the festival back, and early-ticketing notices for some U.K. shows were published.
- Organizers have not yet released full lineups or finalized every venue, and several widely reported dates and locations remain awaiting official confirmation on Ozzfest channels.
- The revival leans on Ozzfest's legacy of giving emerging metal and heavy acts a national stage, a move that could boost exposure for new bands and reignite regional touring markets.