Check the official London Stadium website or Iron Maiden’s social media the day before for any last-minute changes. Sometimes they start at 8:30, sometimes 9:15—but usually it’s the 8:45 window. Treat it like checking the weather before a picnic: a small effort for a big reward.
And here’s the golden rule: arrive earlier than you think you need to. You can always grab a drink, buy a shirt, or just people-watch the amazing array of metal fashion. It’s all part of the experience. The only bad time is the one spent standing outside while the “Run to the Hills” intro plays without you.
So, mark your calendar, set an alarm for 6:30 PM, and get yourself to Stratford. You’re not just attending a concert; you’re joining a family reunion for 60,000 people who all love one thing: up the irons. And we all know what time the party starts.