
Tuesday 20 October 2026
5:15 pm
Rod Laver Arena
Adults from $149.90*
* Based on the lowest adult price listed via Ticketek. Subject to availability and fees.
American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold return to Melbourne for the first time in 12 years this October.
Known for their spectacular live shows, Avenged Sevenfold will be joined by special guests, Coheed and Cambria and Thornhill.
Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.
Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.
American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold deliver explosive riffs, cinematic songwriting and arena-sized ambition that define modern metal. Formed in California, the band broke through with City of Evil and tracks like “Bat Country” and “Afterlife”, blending metalcore roots with classic heavy metal influence. Their evolving sound pairs technical precision with bold experimentation, driven by the core lineup of M. Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance, Johnny Christ and Brooks Wackerman.
Avenged Sevenfold have sold millions of albums worldwide, with Nightmare and Hail to the King both reaching number one on the Billboard 200. They have earned multiple number one rock singles and billions of streams while headlining global festivals and selling out arenas. Known for innovation and high-impact live shows, they continue to lead heavy music worldwide.
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American progressive rock band Coheed and Cambria fuse intricate musicianship, sci-fi storytelling and explosive energy into a truly unique sound. Emerging from New York in the early 2000s, the band built a devoted following through albums like In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3 and Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, crafting the expansive Amory Wars narrative across their music. Songs like “A Favor House Atlantic” showcase their blend of melody, complexity and emotional drive.
Now 10 albums deep, Coheed continue to evolve with The Father of Make Believe, where Claudio Sanchez brings more personal themes into their signature universe. Alongside Travis Stever, Josh Eppard and Zach Cooper, the band headline global tours and festivals. With ambitious storytelling and powerful live performances, Coheed and Cambria continue to redefine progressive rock.
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Australian metal band Thornhill deliver atmospheric heaviness, cinematic production and bold creative vision that place them at the forefront of modern heavy music. Formed in Melbourne, they broke through with The Dark Pool before expanding their sound on the ARIA-nominated Heroine. Their music blends metalcore, alternative and ambient textures, pairing crushing intensity with melodic depth and striking visual identity.
Their third album BODIES marks a defining evolution, pushing instinct, vulnerability and sonic freedom across 11 tracks. The release has driven global growth, with a US headline tour selling close to 10,000 tickets and strong demand across Europe and the UK. With rising international momentum and fearless ambition, Thornhill continue to redefine Australia’s impact on the global heavy scene.