'90s Metal Band Announces Update on First-Ever Show in Beloved Country
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Geca FloresFebruary 9, 2026 at 12:10 AM
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Metal icons Pantera are gearing up for an unforgettable performance set for 2026.
With a series of shows on the horizon, the legendary quartet shared updates regarding the performance that both the band and fans won’t forget.
In an Instagram post, the “Cowboys from Hell” hitmaker announced that tickets for their July 9 set at Release Athens Festival are officially on sale.
“Tickets to @ReleaseAthens are available now! This will be our first time playing in Greece! We hope to see all of you there. Release Athens 2026. July 9, Plateia Nerou, Athens, GR. Get your tickets now at Pantera.com/tour,” the caption reads.
Tickets to @ReleaseAthens are available now! This will be our first time playing in Greece! We hope to see all of you there. Release Athens 2026July 9, Plateia Nerou, Athens, GRGet your tickets now at https://t.co/tVWNiA5MFe📷: @metaldavemedia pic.twitter.com/Lg7Rvv0YaU
— Pantera (@Pantera) February 7, 2026
The post sparked excitement from fans who couldn't wait to see them make their debut at the historic location.
Marking its 10th anniversary, the upcoming festival promises fans an epic summer of music with a multi-day lineup running from mid-June through late July 2026. Headliners include Chris Isaak, Limp Bizkit, David Byrne, Nick Cave, Gorillaz, Sabaton and more.
Phil Anselmo of Pantera performs at Pine Knob Music Theatre on July 17, 2025 in Clarkston, Michigan.
Here’s the rundown of dates and headliners for Release Athens 2026
June 13: Chris Isaak (Special Show)
June 15: Limp Bizkit, Viagra Boys, Ecca Vandal
June 21: David Byrne, Nation of Language, Deadletter
June 22: Jean-Michel Jarre
June 24: Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Baxter Dury, Anna von Hausswolff
June 25: Gorillaz, The Flaming Lips, Jehnny Beth
June 27: Pet Shop Boys
June 28: Three Days Grace
June 30: Megadeth, Sepultura
July 1: Moby, Garbage
July 7: The Offspring, Bad Religion, High Vis
July 9: Pantera
July 10: Helloween, Saxon, Ashes of Ares
July 11: Thievery Corporation, The Wailers, BALTHVS
July 25: Sabaton, Savatage, Epica
In addition to Pantera’s debut performance in Greece, the band also confirmed they will be joining fellow rock icon Metallica for the M72 European and U.K. tour together with Avatar as special guests.
The show will kick off in Germany on May 24, followed by one-night shows in Hungary and Ireland before concluding in the U.K.
M72 European and U.K. Tour Dates
May 24, 2026 – Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park
June 11, 2026 – Budapest, Hungary – Puskás Aréna
June 19, 2026 – Dublin, Ireland – Aviva Stadium
July 5, 2026 – London, U.K. – London Stadium
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