As anticipated, the number of tour announcements significantly decreased during Christmas week. This week, we have only two new rock and metal tour announcements along with one major festival update.

Leading the announcements, the powerful CKY has scheduled a brief four-date tour through the Northeastern U.S. in March.

This week, Thomas Erak, known for his work with The Fall of Troy, will be touring with his other band, Thomas Erak and the Ouroboros. They will be performing alongside Murals for two weeks in January and February, with support from Diver on select dates.

Additionally, we have a festival update as the Milwaukee Metal Fest continues to unveil its 2026 lineup, which now includes another headliner, Suicidal Tendencies, along with several other new additions.

Check out all the tour announcements from the past seven days below.

CKY

Tour Dates: March 12 – 15
Support Acts: None Listed
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Thomas Erak and the Ouroboros / Murals

Tour Dates: Jan. 23 – Feb. 6
Support Acts: Diver
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Rock + Metal Festival or Special Show News

* The Milwaukee Metalfest lineup is nearly complete now, with the latest major announcement being the addition of Suicidal Tendencies as one of the headliners. They join newly added acts Pallbearer, Macabre, and Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre on the bill. The lineup will also feature headliners Acid Bath, Killswitch Engage, and Ministry along with Obituary, Agalloch (performing two sets), Power Trip, Iron Reagan, All Shall Perish, and more. The Milwaukee Metalfest is set to take place at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee from June 5-7.
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