Where Will The First Ozzfest Shows Take Place?
Sharon Osbourne confirmed the first Ozzfest comeback shows will begin with two days at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, followed by additional events somewhere in North America.
TL;DR
- Sharon Osbourne revealed the first confirmed locations for Ozzfest’s return.
- The festival will launch with two days at Villa Park in Birmingham, UK.
- After that, North American shows will follow.
- Sharon says future touring editions could return as early as 2028 if demand is strong.
- The revived Ozzfest will emphasize young metal bands alongside established headliners.
Sharon Osbourne Confirms The First Ozzfest Comeback Locations
For months, fans knew Ozzfest was returning. Now we finally know where it begins.
During a recent episode of “The Osbournes” podcast, Sharon Osbourne revealed the opening location for the long-anticipated comeback of the iconic metal festival.
The launch will take place in Birmingham, England, at Villa Park, the home stadium of Aston Villa Football Club.
The event will run for two days.
Then the festival will cross the Atlantic.
“We wanna do two days in Aston Villa and then come to America,” Sharon explained during the podcast.
She added that the team wants input from fans about where the festival should land in North America.
“We wanna hear from everyone where we should go in America.”
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Why Birmingham Makes Perfect Sense For Ozzfest
Launching Ozzfest in Birmingham is more than just a venue decision.
The city is widely regarded as the birthplace of heavy metal, thanks to the rise of Black Sabbath in the late 1960s.
Ozzy Osbourne himself grew up in Birmingham, making the location deeply symbolic for the festival’s return.
If the comeback begins there, it effectively brings the festival back to metal’s spiritual home.
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North America Is Next — But The Exact Cities Are Still Unknown
While Birmingham is locked in, Sharon said the North American dates are still being determined.
The plan is to stage two additional festival days somewhere in North America after the UK launch.
Where those shows will take place has not been finalized.
But Sharon made it clear that fan demand could influence the decision.
The Bigger Vision: Ozzfest Touring Again
The 2027 events may only be the beginning.
According to Sharon, if the relaunch performs well, the festival could expand again in 2028 and beyond.
Unlike the early years of the festival — when it traveled across dozens of cities — the initial return will focus on a small number of large destination events.
If demand proves strong, a broader touring model could follow.
Sharon Wants The Festival To Discover New Metal Bands Again
One of the defining elements of the original event was its ability to launch new artists.
Sharon made it clear that philosophy will remain central to the festival’s revival.
“We’ve gotta find a lot of young, new talent,” she said.
That approach reflects Ozzy Osbourne’s original vision for the festival: giving emerging metal bands the chance to play in front of massive crowds.
Could Judas Priest Appear ?
While no lineup has been announced, Sharon did drop one intriguing hint.
She said she would love to see Rob Halford appear — which naturally raises the possibility of Judas Priest performing.
Considering the band’s deep influence on heavy metal history, their presence would be a fitting addition to the festival’s comeback.
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Why Ozzfest Still Matters To Metal
When Ozzfest launched in the mid-1990s, it fundamentally changed the heavy music touring world.
It became the first national festival dedicated entirely to hard rock and heavy metal.
Over the years, the event helped break dozens of bands and introduced massive audiences to artists who would go on to define the genre.
Even today, many modern rock festivals follow the blueprint Ozzfest created.
The Big Question Metal Fans Are Asking
With the first cities finally revealed, anticipation for Ozzfest’s return is now ramping up again.
And the real question is no longer if the festival is coming back.
It’s this:
Who will actually play the first Ozzfest in nearly a decade?
FAQ
When will Ozzfest return?
Sharon Osbourne has confirmed the festival will return in 2027.
Where will the first Ozzfest shows happen?
The comeback will begin with two days at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, followed by shows in North America.
Will Ozzfest tour again like it used to?
Possibly. Sharon said a traveling festival could return in 2028 or later, depending on demand.
When was the last Ozzfest event?
The most recent event was a New Year’s Eve edition in 2018 at The Forum in Los Angeles.
Ozzfest Festival Bio
Launched in 1996 by Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Ozzfest became the first major touring festival dedicated to heavy metal and hard rock. The event helped launch and elevate numerous bands across the genre while creating one of the most recognizable brands in metal culture. Over the years, Ozzfest hosted legendary performances from some of the biggest names in heavy music and remains one of the most influential festivals in metal history.
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