American heavy metal legends Anthrax will open for Iron Maiden on May 28 next year, at the National Arena in Bucharest, setting the stage for an unforgettable night of thrash and classic metal, a release informs.

Anthrax’s presence on the Bucharest stage rounds out an exceptional line-up, promising fans an electrifying evening alongside two of the most iconic names in metal history.

Iron Maiden will continue their epic anniversary tour, Run For Your Lives, into 2026, delivering a monumental show that celebrates iconic moments from across their legendary career. The first leg of the tour saw the band perform to over a million fans at sold-out venues worldwide, with both public and media reactions described as nothing short of extraordinary.

According to emagic.ro, general access tickets for the lawn area (single category) and seated tickets across all three rings of the National Arena are available for the event.

Entry will be governed by the organizer’s regulations and requires compliance with all restrictions and any additional conditions that may be imposed by local authorities before or during the event.

Ticket buyers are advised to consult the official website and Emagic social media platforms before attending the event.

Anthrax is a pioneering thrash metal band formed in 1981 in New York City, and is one of the legendary “Big Four” of thrash metal, alongside Metallica, Megadeth, and Slayer, who collectively defined and popularized the genre worldwide.