Iron Maiden has extended their gratitude to fans who attended the recent Eddfest, sharing a behind-the-scenes video that offers a glimpse into the Knebworth Park event. The six-minute clip features insights from band co-founder Steve Harris and highlights various aspects of the festival experience.
Eddfest Highlights and Fan Appreciation
In accompanying remarks, the band expressed thanks to attendees, their merchandise partners, and the festival crew. However, the message also revealed a disappointing incident: Iron Maiden-branded parasols from Eddie’s Dive Bar were stolen on the opening night. The band conveyed their displeasure, stating, “Not cool, guys. Literally.”
The video captures Steve Harris exploring the festival grounds, including interactions with former Iron Maiden singer Blaze Bayley. It also showcases segments like the “Infinite Dreams Experience” and the “Unfair Funfair,” alongside live performances and backstage footage of the band.
Harris shared his impressions of the festival setup, noting, “I walked around before the public came in. I went around and looked at all the stuff. It’s just amazing. All the museum stuff. It was just outrageous, really.” He also confirmed that he watched the performances of all the bands connected to Iron Maiden that were scheduled for the festival’s first night. This lineup featured Blaze Bayley, Stray, Gypsy’s Kiss, Maiden United 1980, Airforce, and Tony Moore’s Awake.
Iron Maiden’s Upcoming ‘Run For Your Lives’ Tour
Looking ahead, Iron Maiden is preparing for the North American leg of their “Run For Your Lives” tour, which is set to commence in Toronto at the end of August. Following their North American dates, the band is scheduled to perform in Central and South America, New Zealand, Australia, and Japan.
North American Tour Dates
- August 29 & 30: Toronto, Scotiabank Arena, ON
- September 3: Montréal, Parc Jean-Drapeau, QC
- September 5 & 6: Harrison, Sports Illustrated Stadium, NJ
- September 9: Boston, TD Garden, MA
- September 11: Bristow, Jiffy Lube Live, OK
- September 12: Charlotte, Truliant Amphitheater, NC
- September 15: Hershey, Hersheypark Stadium, PA
- September 17: Louisville, Louder Than Life Festival, KY
- September 19: Shakopee, Mystic Amphitheater, MN
- September 22: Chicago, Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, IL
- September 25 & 27: Los Angeles, BMO Stadium, CA
- September 29: San Antonio, Alamodome, TX
Central and South American Tour Dates
- October 2: Mexico City, Estadio GNP Seguros, Mexico
- October 5: San Salvador, Estadio Jorge “Mágico” González, El Salvador
- October 8: San José, Estadio Nacional, Costa Rica
- October 11: Bogotá, Vive Claro, Colombia
- October 14: Quito, Estadio Atahualpa, Ecuador
- October 17: Lima, Estadio Nacional, Peru
- October 20 & 21: Buenos Aires, Estadio Huracán, Argentina
- October 25 & 27: São Paulo, Allianz Parque, Brazil
- October 28: Curitiba, Arena da Baixada, Brazil
- October 31 & November 1: Santiago, Estadio Nacional, Chile
Oceania and Japan Tour Dates
- November 7 & 8: Auckland, Spark Arena, New Zealand
- November 11: Adelaide, Entertainment Centre, Australia
- November 13: Melbourne, AAMI Park, Australia
- November 15: Sydney, Allianz Stadium, Australia
- November 18 & 19: Brisbane, Entertainment Centre, Australia
- November 24 & 25: Yokohama, K-Arena, Japan
Conclusion
Iron Maiden’s acknowledgment of their fans’ support at Eddfest, coupled with the revelation of the theft at Eddie’s Dive Bar, provides a candid look at the festival experience. As the band prepares for their extensive “Run For Your Lives” tour across multiple continents, fans can anticipate further updates and behind-the-scenes content.
