Metallica London: M72 tour doors, set times and bag rules
Metallica's M72 World Tour reaches its London Stadium "no repeat weekend" today, Friday 3 July 2026, with doors at 3.30pm and a second show on Sunday 5 July featuring different support acts and setlists. London Stadium has published official doors, set times, curfews and accessibility guidance fans need before arriving in Stratford.
James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich and Metallica are closing out a summer that brought the M72 World Tour to just three UK cities — Glasgow, Cardiff and London — with a capital finale built around two distinct nights rather than one repeated show. For Metallica London fans, that means different openers, different songs and, on Sunday, an earlier curfew.
Key Takeaways
- Doors open at 3.30pm Friday and 3pm Sunday; curfews are 10.30pm Friday and 10pm Sunday.
- Friday support: Knocked Loose (5.30pm) and Gojira (6.30pm); Sunday: Avatar (5pm) and Pantera (6pm).
- London Stadium lists Metallica at 8pm Friday and 7.30pm Sunday; re-entry is not permitted once inside.
- Bags are discouraged; A4-sized bags or smaller are allowed and searched, with no bag drop.
- Forecast: clear skies, 26C Friday and 28C Sunday — dress for heat and a late finish.
What time does Metallica take the stage in London?
According to London Stadium's event-day page, gates open at 3.30pm on Friday 3 July and 3pm on Sunday 5 July. Friday's running order is Knocked Loose at 5.30pm, Gojira at 6.30pm and Metallica at 8pm. Sunday shifts earlier: Avatar at 5pm, Pantera at 6pm and Metallica at 7.30pm.
Curfews are 10.30pm Friday and 10pm Sunday. Time Out and London Now note Metallica has typically hit the stage around 8pm on the wider M72 Tour, but London's Sunday show is adjusted for the tighter finish. Arrive early if you want the full support bill.
Who is supporting Metallica at London Stadium?
The "no repeat weekend" extends to openers. Friday pairs metalcore band Knocked Loose with French prog-death act Gojira. Sunday swaps in Swedish heavy metallers Avatar and groove-metal veterans Pantera.
Metallica's own sets are also expected to differ night to night. Based on the band's previous no-repeat weekender in Dublin, Time Out reports night one could lean on tracks such as Creeping Death, The Day That Never Comes and Master of Puppets, while night two may feature Whiplash, Fade to Black, One and Enter Sandman. The in-the-round "snake pit" stage puts general-admission fans at the centre of the action.
What can fans bring — and what is banned?
London Stadium urges concertgoers not to bring bags, though A4-sized bags or smaller are permitted and will be searched on entry. There is no bag drop. Banned items include large bags above 30cm by 20cm by 20cm, glass bottles and cans, full-size umbrellas, professional cameras, pets other than service animals, alcohol, weapons, drugs and high-visibility clothing.
Once inside, re-entry is not allowed, though guests may move around the stadium and Stadium Island. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not permitted in pitch standing or golden circle areas. Medicines, food and water needed for medical reasons are allowed.
How should fans plan travel and tickets?
Blue Badge parking is sold out; accessible shuttle buses run between Stratford Station (Platform 13 exit) and Bridge 3, with the venue warning of extended waits due to demand and weather. Accessible support is text-only at 07749 397 498.
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