After more than four decades of defining the sound of arena rock, Def Leppard has officially announced their final tour, fittingly titled “One Last Hysteria.” The news comes as both a celebration and a farewell — a thunderous goodbye to fans who have been there since the early days in Sheffield to those who only recently discovered the band’s timeless anthems.
The announcement broke early this morning through the band’s official channels, accompanied by a heartfelt video message from Joe Elliott, Phil Collen, Rick Savage, Vivian Campbell, and Rick Allen. “This isn’t goodbye forever,” Elliott said. “It’s a thank-you — to everyone who’s kept us going all these years. We’re giving you everything we’ve got, one last time.”
The One Last Hysteria Tour will span multiple continents, taking fans through a nostalgic journey of hits that defined generations. From “Photograph” and “Pour Some Sugar on Me” to “Love Bites” and “Rock of Ages,” the setlist promises to be a career-spanning celebration of everything that made Def Leppard legends.
Fans can expect the signature Def Leppard stage spectacle — towering LED walls, blazing pyrotechnics, and a sound that fills every corner of the stadium. The tour aims to recapture the raw energy of the 1980s while embracing the modern production that’s kept their live shows among rock’s most visually stunning experiences.
While many had speculated that the band might slow down after recent co-headlining tours with Mötley Crüe, this final announcement confirms what fans have both feared and celebrated — that the band’s era of constant touring is coming to a close. But if there’s one thing Def Leppard knows how to do, it’s going out in style.
November 4, 2025 — the date fans will now mark as the official start of the end. The tour kicks off in London, England, before heading across Europe, North America, South America, Japan, and Australia, closing with a monumental show in Las Vegas — the city that became the band’s second home during their iconic Sin City residencies.
Tickets will go on sale later this month, with VIP experiences and limited-edition “Farewell Collection” merchandise available for die-hard fans. The band also hinted at special guest appearances along the way, including a few surprise collaborations from artists inspired by Def Leppard’s monumental legacy.
For many fans, this tour represents more than just another concert — it’s a final chance to sing along, one last time, to the songs that soundtracked their lives. “We started this band as kids with big dreams,” Rick Savage shared. “And thanks to the fans, those dreams lasted a lifetime.”
From their groundbreaking Hysteria album to their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, Def Leppard’s story has been one of perseverance, tragedy, and triumph. Their final tour isn’t just a farewell — it’s a celebration of resilience, unity, and the eternal spirit of rock.
So, whether you’ve been with them since Pyromania or just discovered them through your parents’ playlists, this is your moment. The amps are ready, the lights are set, and Def Leppard is roaring back one last time.
Because legends don’t fade — they take one final bow under the brightest lights
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