Slipknot and Slayer have ignited the metal world with an announcement no one saw coming: a historic reunion for one final, cataclysmic tour. Fans have been begging for this moment for years, and now the two most explosive forces in heavy music are coming together for a once-in-a-lifetime run that promises intensity, chaos, and pure adrenaline. The Final Inferno Tour is being billed as the last major collaboration between the bands, making it one of the most anticipated events in metal history.
For the first time in over a decade, the masked mayhem of Slipknot will collide with the razor-sharp brutality of Slayer on the same stage. Each band brings its own legacy, its own theatrics, and its own fiercely loyal fanbase — but it’s the combination of their energies that truly sets this tour apart. The announcement alone caused a shockwave across social media, with fans worldwide already calling it the “metal apocalypse.”
The timing of this reunion could not be more fitting. Slipknot has been teasing new material and a refreshed stage production, while Slayer, who officially retired from touring years ago, has been quietly plotting select appearances. Bringing them together for one final run is a move that honors metal’s past while electrifying its future. Both bands say they want to give fans a tour that feels definitive — a celebration of everything they’ve built over decades.
Expect a stage show on a completely different level. Slipknot is known for their industrial chaos: spinning drum rigs, pyrotechnics, and the unpredictable energy of nine performers moving as one. Slayer brings a darker, unrelenting atmosphere rooted in speed, precision, and raw aggression. Combined, the Final Inferno Tour is promising a visual and sonic assault unlike anything fans have ever experienced.
Fans won’t just get a few select dates — they’re getting a full world-class itinerary. The tour spans major cities across North America and Europe, ensuring that metalheads from multiple continents can witness the madness firsthand. Cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin, London, and São Paulo are all included, turning the tour into a global celebration of heavy music’s most iconic names.
Each night will feature alternating headliners, giving fans a different experience depending on the city. Some nights will close with Slipknot’s chaos-fueled theatrics; others will end with Slayer delivering their iconic speed and ferocity. Special limited-edition merch, exclusive VIP packages, and commemorative tour items are also set to roll out, making this a collector’s dream.
Tickets are expected to sell out at record speed. Presale access will open for fan-club members first, followed by general sales later in the week. Venues have already reported unusually high levels of interest, with many cities preparing to add second dates if demand spikes. Metal fans everywhere are being urged to secure their seats as soon as sales drop, because this tour is not expected to repeat.
Below is the full list of announced tour dates and cities for The Final Inferno Tour:
Los Angeles, CA – April 4
Las Vegas, NV – April 6
Denver, CO – April 9
Chicago, IL – April 13
Toronto, ON – April 16
New York, NY – April 19
Berlin, Germany – May 3
Amsterdam, Netherlands – May 6
London, UK – May 9
Paris, France – May 12
Madrid, Spain – May 15
São Paulo, Brazil – May 25
Fans have been waiting for a true metal moment of this scale. Now it’s finally here — and it may never happen again.
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