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Ice Nine Kills with Metallica: M72 World Tour Denver 2025 Guide
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Are you ready to witness horrorcore meet heavy metal legendry? June 27, 2025, isn’t just another summer Friday—it’s a full-blown musical spectacle when Ice Nine Kills teams up with Metallica and Limp Bizkit for the M72 World Tour at Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO.
From spine-chilling theatrics to record-breaking metal anthems, this event promises to be one of the most explosive live concerts of the year. Whether you’re a die-hard metalhead, a horrorcore enthusiast, or a live music junkie looking for your next thrill, this guide has you covered—from tickets and travel tips to food, lodging, and everything in between.
Event Overview
Metallica’s M72 World Tour has redefined how metal shows are experienced. Their “No Repeat Weekend” format ensures every night feels like a brand-new setlist adventure—and Denver’s two-night stop is no exception.
📍 Show Details:
- Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
- Venue: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado
- Opening Acts: Ice Nine Kills, Limp Bizkit
- Doors Open: 6:00 PM (Gates at 4:00 PM | Parking at 2:00 PM)
- Stage Format: 360° in-the-round stage centered on the 50-yard line
- Venue Capacity: ~76,000
“Two nights, two completely different sets, no repeat songs. If you thought one Metallica show was epic—wait ‘til you experience both.”
— Metallica.com
This unique setup means fans can experience an immersive sonic and visual experience from virtually every angle in the stadium.
Tickets & Packages
Scoring the right ticket is half the battle. Here’s how to get in on the action—whether you’re ballin’ on a budget or going full Snake Pit VIP.
🎟 Ticket Types:
- Single-Day GA or Reserved:
Prices range $81–$266, depending on section and vendor.
Buy now from trusted vendors like: - Two-Day Passes (June 27 + June 29):
From $94.51 to $10,800, these bundles include:- Access to both nights
- No Repeat Weekend experience
- Optional Snake Pit or VIP upgrades
- VIP & Snake Pit Packages:
Provided through Metallica.com and LiveNation, you’ll enjoy:- Front-row/center stage access
- Early entry + private lounges
- Exclusive Metallica merch packs
- Premium seating zones
- Snake Pit wristbands & laminates
- Travel Packages:
Through MetallicaTravel.com, combine:- Concert tickets
- Hotel accommodations
- Transportation
- Limited-edition Metallica x YETI drinkware
“The Snake Pit isn’t just a place—it’s a state of mind.”
Set Times & Live Experience
If you’ve never seen Ice Nine Kills before, expect a fusion of Broadway-level theatrics and horrorcore carnage. They’ve carved a niche for themselves with cinematic metalcore, complete with blood-soaked props and costumes straight out of slasher films.
🕒 Performance Breakdown:
- Ice Nine Kills:
- 35–40 minute set
- Drawn from The Silver Scream, Welcome to Horrorwood, and Silver Scream 2
- Tracks like:
- Ex-Mørtis
- The American Nightmare
- Hip to Be Scared
- IT Is The End
- Metallica:
- 2+ hour headlining set
- No repeat songs between June 27 & 29
- Expect classics like Master of Puppets, Enter Sandman, and new M72 bangers
🎤 “It’s not just a concert, it’s a horror movie meets metal opera—and it kills!”
— AntiHero Magazine
Fan Experience & Reviews
Ask any fan who’s survived an Ice Nine Kills performance and they’ll tell you: it’s a visceral, goosebumps-all-over-your-skin kind of ride.
🔥 What Fans Are Saying:
- Reddit/r/Metalcore: “Best live theatrical act in metal today. You forget it’s a concert—it feels like a horror movie.”
- AntiHero Review: “Spencer Charnas is the Freddy Krueger of metal—one minute charming, the next ripping out your soul with a mic.”
- Ticketmaster Reviews: 4.9⭐ rating across major cities on the Silver Scream tour.
Fans describe the M72 Tour as:
“life-affirming”
“impossible to leave unsatisfied”
“the mother of all summer concerts”
Pop-Up Shop & Exclusive Merch
🛍 Official M72 Pop-Up Shop
📍 Sports Castle
1000 Broadway, Denver, CO
🗓 June 26–29
🕒 Hours:
Thurs/Sat: 10AM–8PM | Fri/Sun: 10AM–7PM
Limited-release merch drops include:
- Denver-exclusive splatter vinyls
- Screen-printed event posters
- Metallica-branded Yeti drinkware
- Skateboards & collector tees
🛍 Online Merchandise Shop >> ShopMerchBooth <<
💡 Tip: Get there early—some merch is limited to 1 per customer per day.
Hotels & Accommodation
Stay close to the action. The closer the better—especially with Denver’s unpredictable weather and post-concert fatigue.
🛏 Recommended Hotels Near Empower Field (1–2 km):
- Springhill Suites Denver Downtown
- The Oxford Hotel
- The Crawford Hotel
- Fairfield Inn & Suites
- Hampton Inn & Suites Speer Blvd
- Residence Inn Denver Downtown
- The Curtis – a DoubleTree by Hilton
⚠️ Book early—hotels fill quickly during big tour weekends.
Food & Dining Near the Stadium
Nothing pairs better with live metal than a good meal (and maybe a stiff drink). Denver’s food scene delivers on both fronts.
🍽️ Walkable Dining Picks:
- The Original Brooklyn’s – Classic American, great burgers
- Cilantro – Quick-service Mexican
- Briar Common Brewery – Gastropub vibes + house beers
- Red Top’s – Detroit-style pizza, deep and dangerous
- Chili Verde – Homey, hearty Mexican fare
- Federal Bar & Grill – Wings, burgers, and a killer beer selection
For variety, take a stroll to Platte Street for gems like:
- Brider
- Proto Pizza
- Daughter Thai
Food trucks + concessions will also be stationed inside Empower Field.
Transportation & Accessibility
Denver knows how to move a crowd. Whether you drive or ride, getting in and out of the show has options.
🚗 Getting There:
- Parking Lots Open: 2:00 PM (First-come, first-served)
- ADA-accessible parking in Lots D, G, and L
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft pickup zones marked at stadium
🚊 Public Transport:
- RTD Light Rail connects straight to Empower Field station
- Buses run every 15–20 mins
- Electric scooters for short trips—drop near gates
💡 Pro Tip: Download the Empower Field A-Z Fan Guide for full accessibility and transport info.
Local Activities & Attractions
Denver becomes a metalhead haven during M72 weekend. Take time to explore:
🗺 M72 Takeover Events:
- #M72Interactive Map shows:
- Record shops
- Themed bars
- Photo ops
- Pop-up contests for Snake Pit passes
- Fan meetups & bar crawls
🎬 Bonus: Watch Metallica documentary screenings hosted around downtown.
Weather & Travel Tips
Late June in Denver? Glorious—but fickle.
🌡️ What to Expect:
- Daytime highs: 27–31°C / 80s°F
- Evening lows: 10–15°C / 50s°F
🧳 Pack Smart:
- Light hoodie or flannel for night
- Hat + sunglasses for long waits in line
- Reusable water bottle (check venue rules)
- Comfortable shoes—you’ll be on your feet all night
Conclusion
The M72 World Tour stop in Denver is more than a concert—it’s a cultural moment. Ice Nine Kills brings the theatrical madness, Metallica delivers the metal god experience, and the city of Denver wraps it all up in local flavor, booming sound, and unforgettable memories.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, this June 27, 2025 show will go down in metal history. So grab your tickets, lace your boots, and prepare for an unforgettable night at Empower Field at Mile High.
🎟️ Ready to be part of the chaos?
Buy your tickets now:
👉 Ticketmaster
👉 Metallica Official Site
Still need help booking your hotel or planning your fan route? Check out:
See you in the pit. 🩸🎸🔥
