W.A.S.P. Announce 2026 North America Tour With Special Guests KK's PRIEST

The iconic metal band will hit the road for a 40-date trek across the U.S. and Canada.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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W.A.S.P. has announced the '1984 To Headless' 2026 U.S. and Canada Tour with KK'S PRIEST as very special guest. The tour kicks off on September 10 in California and runs through October 31, with W.A.S.P. playing hits from their first four albums.

Why it matters

W.A.S.P. cemented their place in rock history with their iconic first four albums, and this tour will give fans a chance to relive those classic tracks live. The addition of KK'S PRIEST as a special guest also makes this a must-see event for metal fans.

The details

The tour will feature 40 dates across the U.S. and Canada, with W.A.S.P. offering VIP packages that include meet-and-greets, photos, and a Q&A with frontman Blackie Lawless. Fans can expect to hear hits like "I Wanna Be Somebody," "Wild Child," and "The Headless Children" throughout the shows.

  • The tour kicks off on September 10, 2026 in El Cajon, California.
  • The final show is scheduled for October 31, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

The players

W.A.S.P.

An American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and known for their iconic first four albums.

KK's PRIEST

A heavy metal band formed by former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing, who will be the special guest on the tour.

Blackie Lawless

The founder, lead vocalist, and guitarist of W.A.S.P., who will be offering VIP meet-and-greet experiences for fans.

Reeder

The visionary behind the metal news website Metal Addicts, who has transformed his lifelong passion for metal into a thriving online community.

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What’s next

Fans can purchase VIP tickets to meet Blackie Lawless and get exclusive access at waspnation.myshopify.com.

The takeaway

This tour is a must-see event for any W.A.S.P. or heavy metal fan, as it will give them a chance to experience the band's iconic early material live, along with a special guest appearance from KK's PRIEST.