Ozzfest Will Return to U.K. and U.S. in 2027
The heavy metal festival is set to make a comeback in 2027 following years of silence.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Metal
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Ozzfest organizers have officially confirmed that the iconic heavy metal festival will return to both the U.K. and U.S. in 2027. This announcement follows a series of internal planning discussions and social media teases regarding the brand's future.
Why it matters
The festival was originally established in 1996 after Lollapalooza organizers rejected Ozzy Osbourne for their lineup, leading the family to launch their own successful touring venture. Its return marks a significant revival for a brand that defined decades of metal touring culture.
The inaugural 1996 Ozzfest was held with two dates in Phoenix and Los Angeles. The final iteration of the festival took place on December 31, 2018, at The Forum in Inglewood, California.
The players
Sharon Osbourne
She is a prominent music manager and television personality who played a central role in organizing Ozzfest.
Ozzy Osbourne
He is a legendary heavy metal vocalist and the namesake of the Ozzfest festival series.
Live Nation
This is a global entertainment company that manages major concert tours and large-scale music festivals.
The details
Sharon Osbourne confirmed plans for the festival's revival during the MIDEM conference in February 2026 after initiating talks with Live Nation earlier that January. Organizers subsequently utilized social media, specifically Instagram, to signal the planned expansion back into international markets.
Timeline
The inaugural Ozzfest took place in 1996.
The last Ozzfest event occurred on December 31, 2018.
Ozzy Osbourne performed his final show at Villa Park in 2025.
Sharon Osbourne discussed festival plans with Live Nation in January 2026.
The festival is scheduled to return to the U.K. and U.S. in 2027.
Industry Dynamics
The return of Ozzfest reflects a broader trend of franchise-based nostalgia driving the modern concert industry. This move positions the festival brand to capitalize on legacy fan bases while competing in an increasingly crowded market for large-scale hard rock tours.
Fans should prepare for potential ticket demand spikes once specific routing and venues are announced for the 2027 tour. Access will likely be managed through major ticket distribution platforms as the festival establishes its new touring footprint.
The takeaway
Legacy music festivals often rely on established brand recognition to re-enter the competitive touring market. Fans looking to attend should monitor official announcements for presale opportunities as festival details materialize.
Further reading
For more on the current state of heavy metal tours, visit the Metal section.
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