Judas Priest to perform in Belgrade and Pula during Faithkeepers tour

Heavy metal legends Judas Priest are scheduled to perform as part of their Faithkeepers European tour, with notable dates in Belgrade and Pula. In Pula, Croatia, the band will perform at the ancient Pula Arena on August 25, 2026, marking the final major concert of the season in that venue. The Croatian performance is unique as the only stop on the tour held in an ancient amphitheater. The event will also coincide with frontman Rob Halford’s 75th birthday.

Local heavy metal band Jelusick is set to open the Pula show. Regarding the genre's longevity, bassist Ian Hill attributes the survival of heavy metal to its dedicated fanbase, noting that unlike passing trends such as punk or new romanticism, metal is sustained by listeners who demand technical proficiency in vocals, bass, and drums.

The expected setlist for the tour includes approximately 17 songs, ranging from classics like ‘War Pigs’ (Black Sabbath cover) and ‘Breaking the Law’ to newer tracks such as ‘Panic Attack’ from 2024.