Metallica arrives at Mohegan Sun Arena for venue’s 25th anniversary

• Mohegan Sun Arena celebrates its 25th anniversary this year
• Commemorating this major milestone, the venue will host two concerts by Metallica
• The two special performances mark the return of the world-famous band to Connecticut for the first time in nearly three decades

Mohegan Sun, Connecticut’s premium gaming, hospitality and entertainment venue, will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its entertainment venue, Mohegan Sun Arena, by hosting two special concerts featuring the nine-time Grammy award-winning band and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, Metallica.

This November, Metallica will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena

The two special concerts, in celebration of the Mohegan Sun Arena’s anniversary, will take place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, and Saturday, November 21, 2026.

A press release by Mohegan Sun confirms that a Metallica Fan Club pre-sale will kick off on April 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, while a Live Nation and Mohegan Sun pre-sale of tickets for the event will start on April 9, 2026.

Tickets for the two concerts at Mohegan will also go on sale on April 10, 2026, via Ticketmaster.

Starting from April 11, 2026, tickets for the Metallica performances at Mohegan Sun Arena will also be available via the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.

Jeff Hamilton, Mohegan Sun’s President and General Manager, spoke with excitement about the upcoming 25th anniversary of the Mohegan Sun Arena and concerts by Metallica.

"Metallica's first‑ever performance at Mohegan Sun Arena is a truly special moment as we celebrate the venue's 25th anniversary," he said.

Moreover, Hamilton pointed out: "The 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena has been home to so many unforgettable moments, hosting more than 3,000 events and welcoming over 15 million guests in its history."

Last but not least, the executive said: "We couldn't be more excited to honor that legacy by welcoming one of the most iconic Rock bands ever and celebrating this milestone with fans."

Each performance features a special guest

The two concerts not only celebrate the entertainment venue’s anniversary but also mark the first time the band will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena.

The upcoming performances are also the first time Metallica visits Connecticut since 1998.

Each performance will bring a special guest. The November 19 concert, scheduled to start at 8:00 PM, will feature special guest, Suicidal Tendencies.

On the other hand, the November 21 performance, starting at 8:00 PM, will feature Spiritbox as a special guest.

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