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Iron Maiden Paris Concert 2025 – Run For Your Lives World Tour
Jul
Iron Maiden Returns to Paris for a Historic 50th Anniversary Concert
What happens when one of the most legendary metal bands of all time celebrates 50 years of epic sound? You get Iron Maiden’s Run For Your Lives World Tour, and on July 19, 2025, they bring the thunder to Paris La Défense Arena.
With only two Parisian dates scheduled, this concert is more than just a show — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime metal pilgrimage. From sold-out tickets to a fire-breathing setlist, this is your complete and trustworthy guide to the Iron Maiden Paris Concert 2025.
Let’s break down everything you need to know.
🌟 Concert Overview
Iron Maiden will rock Paris La Défense Arena on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as part of their Run For Your Lives World Tour 2025/26, celebrating five decades since Steve Harris founded the band back in 1975. The tour is a high-octane homage to the group’s early albums, and this Paris date is one of only two in the city.
Venue: Paris La Défense Arena, 99 Jardin de l’Arche, 92000 Nanterre
Support Act: Avatar (Swedish metal band)
Capacity: Over 40,000 (Europe’s largest indoor arena)
Ticket Status: SOLD OUT (official source)
With its massive capacity, premium acoustics, and cutting-edge visuals, Paris La Défense Arena sets the perfect stage for Iron Maiden’s most ambitious tour yet.
🏨 Venue Information: Paris La Défense Arena
Paris La Défense Arena is a modern fortress of rock, renowned for its world-class sound and immersive concert experiences. Located in the business district of Nanterre, it’s just a short train ride from central Paris.
- Capacity: Over 40,000 attendees
- Technology: 2,600 sqm screen for visuals, top-tier sound systems
- Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, food stands, on-site restaurant
- Accessibility: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators
📍 Getting There
- Address: 99 Jardins de l’Arche, Nanterre, France
- Nearest Station: Nanterre-Préfecture (RER A)
- Travel Tip: From central Paris, it’s about 15-20 minutes by RER A. Easy, fast, and direct.
🎟️ Ticket Information and Pricing
🔓 Official Ticket Prices
Although the event is currently sold out, here’s what fans paid when tickets first dropped:
- Standard tickets: €68 – €145
- Pit tickets: €84.50
- Prestige tickets: €145
Important Note: Iron Maiden did not use dynamic pricing, which helped keep prices fair for fans (source).
🏢 Resale & VIP
- Resale prices: Avg. €245 (~$268 USD)
- VIP/Packages: Up to €280 – €307 depending on provider
🎧 Setlist and Performance Highlights
This tour honors Iron Maiden’s first nine albums, covering 1980’s self-titled debut to 1992’s Fear of the Dark.
🔊 Expected Setlist
Main Set
- The Ides of March
- Murders in the Rue Morgue
- Wrathchild
- Killers
- Phantom of the Opera
- The Number of the Beast
- The Clairvoyant
- Powerslave
- 2 Minutes to Midnight
- Rime of the Ancient Mariner
- Run to the Hills
- Seventh Son of a Seventh Son
- The Trooper
- Hallowed Be Thy Name
- Iron Maiden
Encore
- Aces High
- Fear of the Dark
- Wasted Years
🎶 Opening Act: Avatar
Swedish metal band Avatar, known for their theatrical performances, joins the tour as the support act. Frontman Johannes Eckerström brings wild energy that sets the tone perfectly for Maiden’s epic entrance.
🏡 Where to Stay: Best Hotels Near the Venue
🌟 Premium Options
- citizenM Paris La Défense – $182 USD, 475m walk
- OKKO Hotels Paris La Défense – $174 USD, 150m from venue
- Hilton Paris La Défense – $217 USD, near La Défense RER stop
- Arena Hotel La Défense – $197 USD, modern amenities, 850m walk
🌎 Budget-Friendly
- Compact Studio w/ Parc Access – $66 USD, great for couples or solo travelers
View more hotels near the venue
🚌 Transportation and Access
🚇 Public Transit
- RER A from central Paris to Nanterre-Préfecture
- Multiple connections available via metro
- Efficient return to city center post-show
⚠️ Travel Tips
- Leave early to avoid security queues
- Check RER schedules for post-show return
- Taxi/ride-shares available outside the venue
🍔 Dining and Food Options
🍽️ At the Venue
- On-site restaurant, fast food, and refreshment stations
- Free Wi-Fi for ordering or sharing those front-row selfies
🌿 Nearby Eats
- Westfield Les 4 Temps Mall: International food court near Hilton
- Local French restaurants: Crêpes, bistros, and brasseries within walking distance
⚡ The Historical Weight of This Tour
⏳ A 50-Year Legacy
Formed in 1975, Iron Maiden’s evolution helped define heavy metal. This tour celebrates that legacy with a thunderous tribute to their most iconic era.
“This is our most elaborate and spectacular show ever,” said the band on their official tour announcement.
🌎 Tour Stats
- 32 European shows scheduled in 2025
- Over 1 million tickets sold to date
- Simon Dawson replaces Nicko McBrain on drums
🌿 Paris Concert Spotlight
- One of two Paris shows (July 19 & 20)
- Iron Maiden returns to La Défense Arena after their 2022 sellout show
🎁 VIP and Merch Opportunities
- VIP Packages were offered directly via Paris La Défense Arena but now sold out
- Limited edition 50th anniversary merchandise available at the venue
- Expect tour-specific collectibles and Paris-exclusive designs
☁️ Weather & Practical Tips
🌞 Weather in July
- No need to worry: the concert is indoors and air-conditioned
- Expect warm Parisian summer crowds outside pre/post-show
⚠️ Safety
- Bag checks & security screening at all entrances
- No outside food or drinks allowed inside
- Arrive early to avoid bottlenecks
✨ Why This Concert Matters
- ✔ Half a century of music history, live on stage
- ✔ Only two shows in Paris, both sold out
- ✔ Hosted at Europe’s premier indoor venue
- ✔ Setlist packed with era-defining tracks
- ✔ Likely one of Maiden’s final massive European tours
“For the fans who got tickets, this is more than a concert — it’s a living tribute to the soundtrack of your life.”
Don’t forget to bookmark this guide, share with your fellow fans, and prepare for a night that will be etched in the legend of Iron Maiden.
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