Slipknot, the legendary heavy metal band known for their aggressive sound and haunting masks, has officially announced their final world tour. The news, which broke earlier today, has sent shockwaves through the global rock and metal community. After nearly three decades of dominating the music scene with their dark energy and theatrical performances, the band is set to close their chapter with one last global run, giving fans across continents a chance to say goodbye.
The announcement was made on Slipknot’s official social media pages, accompanied by a chilling teaser video that showcased clips from their most iconic live performances. The video ended with the words: “The End, So Far — One Last Ride.” This instantly became a trending topic worldwide as fans rushed to see if their cities made the final cut.
Slipknot’s final world tour will kick off in North America, where the band first rose to fame in the late 1990s. Major cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Toronto are on the list, with each stop promising a festival-style atmosphere featuring handpicked opening acts. For many American fans, this will be a nostalgic full-circle moment, as the band was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1995.
From there, the masked nine will head to Europe, with massive stadium shows lined up in London, Paris, Berlin, and Madrid. Slipknot has always enjoyed a cult following in Europe, with festivals like Download, Rock am Ring, and Hellfest serving as historic stages for their career. Their European leg is expected to draw some of the biggest crowds of the tour, as fans travel from across the continent to catch their last explosive performances.
The band will also take their farewell tour to South America, a region that has embraced them with unmatched passion over the years. Dates in São Paulo, Buenos Aires, and Santiago are confirmed, and fans in these cities are already preparing for what is expected to be an unforgettable farewell carnival of chaos. Slipknot has often spoken about the energy of South American fans, and it seems fitting that these cities are part of the last tour.
Asia is not left out. Slipknot has announced concerts in Tokyo, Seoul, Singapore, and Manila, marking a rare chance for Asian fans to experience the band’s raw, theatrical energy one last time. These shows are expected to be particularly emotional, as Slipknot has not performed extensively across Asia compared to other regions.
The farewell run will also reach Australia and New Zealand, with shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Auckland. Slipknot’s Australian fanbase is one of the most loyal in the world, and tickets for these shows are expected to sell out almost instantly. This marks the first time in years that the band will return to Oceania, making it even more special for fans down under.
Slipknot has promised that the tour will not just be about music, but a celebration of their journey. Fans can expect an upgraded stage design, revisits to their classic setlists, and special tributes to late members Paul Gray and Joey Jordison, whose legacies still loom large in the Slipknot family. The band hinted that each show will carry unique surprises tailored to the city and its history with the group.
The decision to call it quits has been described as “bittersweet” by frontman Corey Taylor, who stated in a recent interview: “We’ve given everything to this band. It has taken us to the highest highs and some of the lowest lows. But it feels like the right time to close this chapter — and we want to do it with our fans, together, one last time.”
Tickets for the tour are expected to go on sale next week, with fan-club presales opening a few days earlier. Given the magnitude of the announcement, industry insiders predict that many shows will sell out within minutes. Some cities are already planning second dates due to overwhelming demand.
For fans, this is more than just another concert — it’s the end of an era. Slipknot has influenced countless bands, inspired generations of metalheads, and created a culture that transcends music. The final world tour is both a farewell and a thank you, reminding everyone why Slipknot will forever remain one of the most important names in heavy metal history.
As the world prepares for Slipknot’s final bow, one thing is clear: these concerts will not just be performances, but legendary moments carved into the history of live music. For those lucky enough to attend, it will be the last time to feel the chaos, the unity, and the cathartic release that only Slipknot can bring.
