DEF LEPPARD fans in Germany and Switzerland have every reason to celebrate - next year, the Rock legends are bringing their spectacular live show back to European stages. Twelve dates are confirmed for June and July 2026, including appearances at London’s iconic The O2 Arena, a triumphant return to their hometown Sheffield, headline shows in Zürich and Dortmund, and a special performance at the legendary Wacken Open Air festival.On 9 October, DEF LEPPARD were honoured with the 2,825th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, in the Recording category. The ceremony was hosted by Bob Buchmann (Sirius XM) and feature guest appearances by Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Resnikoff.
Tour Dates with special guests EXTREME unless otherwise noted
13.06.2026 – (SE) Rättvik, Dalhalla*
16.06.2026 – (FI) Helsinki, Veikkhaus Arena
19.06.2026 – (CH) Zurich, Hallenstadion
23.06.2026 – (DE) Dortmund, Westfalenhalle
26.06.2026 – (UK) Belfast, Belsonic
28.06.2026 – (UK) Glasgow, OVO Hydro
30.06.2026 – (UK) Sheffield, Utilita Arena
02.07.2026 – (UK) London, The O2
04.07.2026 – (UK) Birmingham, bp pulse LIVE
06.07.2026 – (UK) Manchester, Co-op Live
30.07.2026 – (DE) Wacken, Wacken Open Air ▲
02.08.2026 – (UA) Dubai, Coca-Cola Arena*
* An Evening With
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Tickets for Germany available now via https://tidd.ly/491vrnD
New Live Album ‘Diamond Star Heroes: Live From Sheffield’ out 21 November 2025
Recorded during the band’s 2023 “World Tour” with MÖTLEY CRÜE at Bramall Lane Stadium, Sheffield, the new live album captures DEF LEPPARD at their electrifying best. ‘Diamond Star Heroes - Live From Sheffield’ will be released on Blu-ray+2CD, 2CD, and 2LP, and is available for pre-order now. This release offers fans the perfect chance to relive the band’s unmatched live energy - both at home and at the upcoming shows across Germany, Switzerland, and Wacken Open Air.
About Def Leppard
With over 110 million albums sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards in the United States, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® inductees DEF LEPPARD - Joe Elliott (vocals), Phil Collen (guitar), Rick Savage (bass), Vivian Campbell (guitar), and Rick Allen (drums) - remain one of rock’s most enduring and influential forces.
Their groundbreaking albums, including the 14× Platinum ‘Hysteria’ and 11× Platinum ‘Pyromania’, redefined the sound of a generation and continue to inspire artists across genres. Known for their spectacular live performances and a catalogue of anthems, DEF LEPPARD have earned their place among the world’s greatest live Rock bands.
Their critically acclaimed 12th studio album ‘Diamond Star Halos’ (2022) topped Apple, Amazon Music and Billboard’s Hard Rock charts, achieving multiple Top 10 positions globally, including a Top 5 debut in the UK. In 2023, they released ‘Drastic Symphonies’ with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, which entered the UK charts at No. 4 - their highest UK chart entry in over 32 years - and spent an impressive 15 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Classical Charts.
By the end of this year, following their global stadium run with MÖTLEY CRÜE, DEF LEPPARD will have sold over 4.5 million tickets since 2022 - a remarkable feat in today’s touring landscape. The band continues to set new live standards, with more headline dates and festival appearances planned throughout 2026. Next year, they’ll also return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas for their third residency.
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