Swedish epic doom metal pioneers Candlemass have announced a long-awaited debut tour in Australia, set to take place this spring 2026. The tour will span Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth, with dates confirmed by Your Mate Bookings & Fuzz Factory Touring. The full itinerary includes September 30 in Richmond, Melbourne at Corner Hotel; October 1 in Sydney at Liberty Hall; and October 3 in North Perth at The Rosemount. Tickets are available at yourmatebookings.com/tours/candlemass-aus-tour-2026/.

The performance in Melbourne on September 12, 2026, marked a significant event as it was the first time in over a decade that the band performed without their original singer, Johan Längqvist, who was hospitalized the night before. The show featured rotating vocalists, including Felipe Plaza Kutzbach of Deströyer 666 and Procession, Tony Dolan of Venom and Venom Inc., and Aaron Stainthorpe of My Dying Bride. The setlist included tracks such as 'The Well of Souls', 'Demon’s Gate', 'At the Gallows End', 'Samarithan', 'Crystal Ball', 'Bewitched', 'A Sorcerer’s Pledge', 'Under The Oak', and 'Solitude'.

This tour represents the first time Candlemass has toured Australia, marking a major expansion of their international presence. The band has maintained their signature doom metal sound throughout the performance, with vocalists stepping in to deliver key songs. The event underscores the band's enduring legacy and continued relevance in the heavy metal scene.

The Australian tour is a pivotal moment for Candlemass, reflecting their ongoing activity and global appeal despite the absence of their longtime frontman.