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The metal world is bracing for a historic farewell as Megadeth, one of the most influential thrash metal bands of all time, has officially unveiled the set list and tour dates for their monumental 2026 Farewell Tour, aptly titled “One Last Time Rider.” After over four decades of trailblazing riffs, searing solos, and socially charged lyrics, Dave Mustaine and company are preparing to close the curtain with a global send-off that promises to be as ferocious and uncompromising as their legacy.

A Legacy Forged in Steel

Since their formation in 1983, Megadeth has defined the thrash metal genre alongside peers like Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax. With iconic albums such as Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying?, Rust in Peace, and Countdown to Extinction, the band has left an indelible mark on heavy music. Despite lineup changes, industry challenges, and Mustaine’s well-documented battles with health and personal demons, Megadeth endured, continuing to release music and electrify arenas worldwide.

The announcement of their farewell tour had long been rumored, but now it’s official—and the details are staggering.

The Set List: A Journey Through the Ages

Fans were waiting anxiously to know what songs would make the cut for Megadeth’s ultimate goodbye. Mustaine himself revealed that the set list was crafted to represent every major chapter of the band’s career. The final list balances thrash classics, deep cuts for the diehards, and fan-favorite anthems that defined generations.

The official 2026 One Last Time Rider set list includes:

1. Hangar 18
2. Sweating Bullets
3. Dystopia
4. Holy Wars… The Punishment Due
5. Symphony of Destruction
6. Peace Sells (with extended bass intro tribute to David Ellefson era)
7. Tornado of Souls
8. A Tout Le Monde
9. Mechanix
10. Wake Up Dead
11. In My Darkest Hour
12. We’ll Be Back (from The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!)
13. Rust in Peace… Polaris
14. Countdown to Extinction
15. Trust
16. Youthanasia
17. Angry Again
18. This Was My Life
19. Killing Is My Business… and Business Is Good!
20. Foreclosure of a Dream
21. Set the World Afire

Encore:

22. Peace Sells (Reprise into outro jam)

23. Holy Wars (Finale reprise with full band bow)

This carefully chosen list is designed not just as a concert experience but as a career retrospective, giving longtime fans a sonic tour of Megadeth’s evolution.

Tour Dates and Cities Revealed

The band has confirmed the farewell will be a global tour spanning five continents, starting in North America in March 2026 and wrapping up with an emotional final show in Los Angeles, California, where Megadeth’s journey first began.

Key Dates Announced:

• March 12, 2026 – New York, NY (Madison Square Garden)
• March 20, 2026 – Chicago, IL (United Center)
• April 2, 2026 – Toronto, ON (Scotiabank Arena)
• April 15, 2026 – Mexico City, MX (Foro Sol)
• May 3, 2026 – São Paulo, BR (Allianz Parque)
• June 10, 2026 – London, UK (O2 Arena)
• June 17, 2026 – Paris, FR (Accor Arena)
• July 1, 2026 – Berlin, DE (Mercedes-Benz Arena)
• July 12, 2026 – Stockholm, SE (Friends Arena)
• August 9, 2026 – Sydney, AUS (Qudos Bank Arena)
• September 4, 2026 – Tokyo, JP (Tokyo Dome)
• October 22, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA (The Forum) – Final Show

More international stops are expected to be added, but these anchor cities already set the stage for a worldwide celebration of Megadeth’s legacy.

Dave Mustaine Speaks

Frontman Dave Mustaine, now 65, addressed fans in a heartfelt statement:

“We’ve been on this ride together for over 40 years. Every riff, every lyric, every show was for the fans. This farewell tour is not an ending—it’s a thank you. It’s us giving back one last time. We want to leave it all on the stage. And when the lights go down in Los Angeles, Megadeth will walk away with no regrets.”

Mustaine also hinted that the band’s final studio album will drop in early 2026, just weeks before the tour, providing fans with fresh material to accompany the farewell.

Fan and Industry Reactions

The announcement has ignited a storm across social media. Twitter/X hashtags like #OneLastTimeRider and #Megadeth2026 began trending within hours. Fans expressed a mix of sadness and excitement—mourning the end of an era while celebrating the chance to witness Megadeth one last time.

Metal industry insiders also weighed in, noting that Megadeth’s farewell is not just about a band retiring but about an entire generation of metal pioneers beginning to pass the torch. Metallica, Slayer (who retired in 2019), and Anthrax have all publicly saluted Megadeth for their contributions to the thrash movement.

A Monumental Goodbye

Beyond the concerts, Megadeth is planning several commemorative projects, including a deluxe box set chronicling their discography, a documentary film following the farewell tour, and exclusive collector’s memorabilia available only at shows.

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a farewell festival of thrash, a living museum of metal history.

Final Thoughts

As the opening notes of Hangar 18 ring out for the last time in arenas across the globe, fans will be witnessing not just a concert but a chapter in music history coming to a close. Megadeth’s One Last Time Rider tour will serve as both a celebration and a farewell—a reminder that while all great rides eventually end, the echoes of their riffs will resonate forever.

For fans, it’s a chance to say goodbye. For Megadeth, it’s one last chance to burn brighter than ever before.

One last ride. One last thrash. One last time—Megadeth.