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Metallica M72 Denver 2025: The Ultimate Guide to June 27-29 at Empower Field
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Are you ready to experience two epic nights of thunder and thrash at mile high?
Denver is about to shake to its foundation when Metallica’s M72 World Tour storms into Empower Field at Mile High on June 27 and 29, 2025. This is not just another concert — it’s a No Repeat Weekend, a one-of-a-kind double-night experience, where Metallica delivers two completely different setlists, two different opening acts, and a 360° in-the-round stage that puts you in the middle of the chaos.
Whether you’re flying in from across the country or you’re a local fan counting the days, this deep-dive guide will give you everything you need to attend like a pro — from tickets and travel to food, merch, and Metallica fan hacks.
Let’s dive in.
🎸 Why the Metallica M72 Denver Shows Are a Must-See
This isn’t just another stop on the tour — Denver’s two-night run at Empower Field is part of Metallica’s ongoing M72 World Tour, a high-concept, high-tech rock experience that’s earned praise from Billboard as “life-affirming” and declared by LA Times as “as tight and furious as Metallica has sounded in ages.”
But here’s what makes this weekend different:
- No Repeat Weekend Format
You’ll get two full sets with zero song repeats — meaning double the riffs, double the hits, and surprises you won’t see coming. - Massive 360-Degree Stage at the 50-Yard Line
Forget nosebleeds — this stage is in-the-round, putting the band in the middle of the stadium and the fans all around them. - Unique Supporting Acts
You’re not just getting Metallica twice — you’re also getting four killer openers:- June 27: Limp Bizkit & Ice Nine Kills
- June 29: Pantera & Suicidal Tendencies
That’s a lineup loud enough to wake the Rockies.
📅 Concert Dates, Times & Venue Details
| Date | Supporting Acts | Gates Open | Show Starts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, June 27, 2025 | Limp Bizkit, Ice Nine Kills | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Sunday, June 29, 2025 | Pantera, Suicidal Tendencies | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
- Venue: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
- Parking Lots Open: 2:00 PM (Arrive early!)
- Stage Layout: Center field, 360-degree view
- Event page
🔥 Pro Tip: The stadium has a clear bag policy. Pack smart and check the venue’s A-Z Fan Guide for all entry rules.
🎟️ How to Get Tickets to Metallica in Denver
Ticket Sale Timeline
- Two-Day Passes: Available now via Ticketmaster
- Single-Day Tickets: Available from January 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time
- Fan Club Presale (Fifth Members): Starts January 13 at 9:00 AM
- Verizon & Citi Presale: January 13 at 2:00 PM to January 16 at 10:00 PM
- Live Nation Presale (Code: OCTAVE): January 15 at 10:00 AM
Special Ticket Options
- Snake Pit Tickets: Center-stage standing room. Limited to 4 per person. These go fast.
- “I Disappear” Tickets: Multi-city access — perfect for super-fans following the tour.
- Enhanced Experiences: VIP packages available via wearesuper.co
🏨 Travel Packages & Hotels Near Empower Field
Official Metallica Travel Packages
Available through metallicatravel.com
🏨 Embassy Suites Denver Downtown
- 3-night stay: June 27–30
- 4-person GA package: $4,102.92 total ($1,025.73 per person)
- 2-person GA package: Sold Out
- Snake Pit: Sold Out
🏨 Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver
- GA Package for 2: Sold Out
- GA Package for 4: $3,994.92 total
Includes hotel stay, tickets, limited-edition Metallica x YETI merch, and on-site support.
For more hotel options, check out listings via:
🚗 Transportation Guide: Getting to the Stadium
By Light Rail (Most Recommended)
- Depart: Union Station
- Arrive: Empower Field at Mile High Station
- Every 10 minutes
- Cost: $3 (Adults), $2 (Seniors/Disabled), Free for 6–19 years old
- Total travel time: ~17 minutes
Taxi or Ride Share
- ~4 minutes drive
- ~$8–$11 fare range
- Rideshare pickup/drop zones available at stadium
On Foot
- 2.6 km from Union Station (About 31 minutes)
🍔 Best Places to Eat Near Empower Field
Top-Rated Dining (Within 1.5 Miles)
- Ocean Prime (Steak/Seafood) – 1465 Larimer St
- Tavernetta (Modern Italian) – 1889 Sixteenth St
- Osteria Marco (Italian) – 1453 Larimer St
- Corinne Denver (Global Cuisine)
- 54thirty Rooftop (Downtown rooftop bar)
Casual Eats
- Chili Verde (Mexican) – 2311 Federal Blvd
- Briar Common Brewery (Gastropub) – 2298 N Clay St
- D’Corazon (Mexican/Southwestern) – 1530 Blake St
- DOMO (Traditional Japanese) – 1365 Osage St
For full listings, see TripAdvisor Restaurants Near Empower Field
🛍️ Metallica Denver Pop-Up Shop
📍 Location: Sports Castle, 1000 Broadway, Denver, CO
🕒 Hours:
- June 26 & 28: 10 AM – 8 PM
- June 27 & 29: 10 AM – 7 PM
Exclusive Items:
- Denver-exclusive splatter vinyl edition of “72 Seasons”
- Limited poster print
- Skateboards by tour artists
- Dixxon flannel shirts
- Event T-shirt
- Metallica-branded YETI gear
- Snake Pit prize drawing cards
Online Shop Merch >> ShopMerchBooth <<
⚠️ Purchase limits apply: 1 per customer per exclusive item.
♿ Accessibility & Stadium Policies
- ADA Parking: Available in Lots D, G, and L (first-come, first-served)
- Payment: Credit card only, no advance permits
- Stadium Entry: Enforced clear bag policy
- Entrances: Vary by seating — check your ticket section
- Full guide: Empower Field A–Z
🗺️ Interactive M72 Fan Map
Metallica’s interactive map highlights:
- Places to visit in Denver
- Restaurants, hotels, record stores
- New additions added before each city’s tour dates
👉 View the map at Metallica.com
🌎 The M72 Tour Legacy
- Started: April 2023 in Amsterdam
- Over 3 million fans have attended so far
- Features the 72 Seasons album, rotating setlists, and cutting-edge stage design
- Designed for fans to experience both nights without repetition
What the Critics Say:
“An altogether life-affirming experience.” — Billboard
“Impossible to leave unsatisfied.” — Austin Chronicle
“As tight and furious as Metallica has sounded in ages.” — LA Times
🔚 Final Tips for Metallica M72 in Denver
- Prepare for altitude — Mile High can sneak up on you
- Stay hydrated and pack sunscreen
- Arrive early for merch, parking, and best views
- Use mobile tickets and double-check presale codes
- Don’t sleep on Night 2 — that’s when the rare tracks hit
🎯 In Closing: Denver, Get Ready to Roar
Metallica’s M72 World Tour stop in Denver is more than a concert — it’s a weekend-long metal pilgrimage. With high-octane openers, elite ticket experiences, rare merch drops, and no repeated songs, this is one event where missing out isn’t an option.
Secure your tickets, plan your trip, and prepare to raise your horns at Empower Field at Mile High — because in June 2025, Denver will shake like never before.
🤘 See you in the Snake Pit.
Related Resources:
- 🎫 Ticketmaster – Metallica Denver
- ✈️ Metallica Travel Packages
- 🏨 Hotels Near Empower Field
- 🍽️ Restaurants Near Stadium
- 📜 Reddit Mega Thread – Metallica M72
- 🧭 Interactive Tour Map – Metallica.com
