My Chemical Romance have confirmed a UK tour stop to mark the 20th anniversary of their landmark album The Black Parade, announcing two shows at Wembley Stadium on 10 and 11 July 2026. The dates follow the band’s sold-out North American stadium run, Long Live: The Black Parade, which began earlier this year.
Only the venue, the two Wembley dates and the ticket on-sale details have been released so far: tickets go on sale Friday 15 August at 10am. The band has been posting updates across social channels but has disabled comments, and some fans have voiced frustration that, for now, the confirmed UK dates are limited to London. Many are also wondering whether My Chemical Romance will appear at Download Festival in Donington Park, which runs from 10–14 June, though no festival bookings have been announced.
Background and context
– The Black Parade was released five years after the band formed in September 2001, and the rock-opera album went on to become both a critical and commercial success, earning multi-platinum certifications in the US and UK.
– The group split in 2013 and reunited in 2019; a planned 2020 tour was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the reunion tour ultimately resumed in 2022. The band released a new song, The Foundations of Decay, in 2022 — their first new material since 2014.
What this means
– The Wembley shows are likely intended as large-scale anniversary celebrations — stadium venues allow the band to reach tens of thousands of fans for a milestone event. The current scarcity of confirmed UK dates could reflect a phased announcement strategy (starting with major stadium shows) or the band prioritising headline stadium nights in major markets before adding smaller or regional dates. Fans should expect high demand when general sale opens.
Practical notes for fans
– Tickets: general sale Friday 15 August at 10am. Check the band’s official channels and authorised ticket outlets for the link and for any pre-sale opportunities to avoid resale pitfalls.
– Travel and accommodation: if you plan to attend, book transport and lodging early — Wembley shows often draw international and regional fans.
– Watch for further announcements: additional UK or European dates, festival bookings (including speculation about Download), or pre-sale windows could be revealed in stages.
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Hopeful angle
The Wembley shows offer a celebratory moment for fans and the band alike — a chance to experience The Black Parade performed at scale and to join a global community marking a defining album in modern rock. If the band follows recent industry patterns, these headline nights may be the first of several UK appearances, giving fans reason to stay tuned for further announcements.
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