A Final Salute to Metal: In a powerful and emotional open letter to fans, Judas Priest has officially announced their 2026 Farewell Tour, aptly titled “One Last Ride.” The legendary band, known for revolutionizing heavy metal over the past five decades, has confirmed that this will be their final global trek — marking the end of a monumental era in rock history…
In a heartfelt and emotional open letter to fans, Judas Priest—one of the most influential and enduring forces in heavy metal—has officially announced their 2026 Farewell Tour, titled “One Last Ride.” After more than 50 years of thunderous riffs, soaring vocals, and metal anthems that defined a genre, the band has confirmed this tour will be their final journey on the global stage.
The announcement, shared across the band’s official channels, struck a chord with fans around the world. In the letter, the band expressed their deep appreciation for the decades of support from their loyal following:
“This is not goodbye to the music — it’s a farewell to the road. The time has come to take one last ride together with the fans who’ve made this all possible. You are the heart of Judas Priest, and this final tour is for you.”
Known for classics like “Breaking the Law,” “Painkiller,” “Hell Bent for Leather,” and “Electric Eye,” Judas Priest has been a cornerstone of the heavy metal genre since the early 1970s. Their powerful sound, groundbreaking twin-guitar attack, and the operatic vocal range of frontman Rob Halford set a standard that generations of metal bands continue to follow.
The “One Last Ride” Farewell Tour will span continents, including stops across North America, Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia. The band has promised a career-spanning setlist, special guest appearances, and a stage production worthy of their legendary status.
Guitarist Glenn Tipton, who has made occasional appearances in recent years while battling Parkinson’s disease, is also expected to join for select shows, adding a poignant layer to the already emotional tour. Meanwhile, Rob Halford remains a commanding presence and says fans should expect “a night of celebration, reflection, and pure heavy metal power.”
Tour dates and ticket information are now live on the band’s website, and early demand is already skyrocketing.
This isn’t just another tour — it’s the final chapter in a saga that reshaped the sound of modern rock. With “One Last Ride,” Judas Priest isn’t just saying farewell; they’re giving fans one more chance to scream for vengeance, raise their horns, and ride together into heavy metal history.
