Everything you need to know about Iron Maiden’s NZ shows

Iron Maiden are taking over Auckland's Spark Arena this weekend (Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November), bringing their Run For Your Lives World Tour to NZ alongside special guests Megadeth.

If you're heading along, here's everything you need to know.

Set times and entry

Both nights kick off at 7:20pm, with doors opening at 6:20pm.

• Floor standing: Entries C and G

• Bowl seated: Entries D and E

• VIP: Entry F

• Mobility access, Arena Members and Premium Lounge: Entry B

Times are approximate, so check the Spark Arena app for updates.

Merch and getting there

The merch marquee opens at 2pm, with the caravan opening at 4pm outside the arena.

Spark Arena is roughly a 10-minute walk from Waitematā Station and the Downtown Ferry Terminal.

There's no public parking at the arena, but paid parking is available nearby. Check Auckland Transport for travel options.

Pre-parties

Eddie's Dive Bar: Ding Dong Lounge is hosting Iron Maiden's official pop-up on both days from 12pm - 6pm, with exclusive merch, food and Maiden beers. Free entry, 18+.

The Rock pre-party: Creech and Benny Boy are taking over Dr Rudi's from 3pm, with Iron Maiden vinyl and prizes up for grabs. Free entry, 18+.

Potential setlist

Maiden played identical setlists at their last two shows in Chile, so here's what Auckland could be getting (via Setlist.fm)

1. Murders in the Rue Morgue

2. Wrathchild

3. Killers

4. Phantom of the Opera

5. The Number of the Beast

6. Infinite Dreams

7. Powerslave

8. 2 Minutes to Midnight

9. Rime of the Ancient Mariner

10. Run to the Hills

11. Seventh Son of a Seventh Son

12. The Trooper

13. Hallowed Be Thy Name

14. Iron Maiden

Encore: Aces High, Fear of the Dark, Wasted Years.

Nothing's guaranteed, but that's a bloody solid setlist if it sticks.

We’ll see ya there!