My Chemical Romance may have just lit the fuse for a long-awaited UK return. The emo legends, currently storming through their Long Live The Black Parade North American stadium run, dropped a playful yet mysterious teaser that has set British fans buzzing.
Earlier today, the band posted a short, retro-style Instagram clip made to look like an old-school game show called Quizzo. In it, a robotic host asks: 'Who will be the next lucky country to win the grand prize of one nuclear winter?' Moments later, the answer flashes: 'Congratulations, United Kingdom!'
The twist? The 'winner' was revealed to be the UK — instantly fuelling speculation that the band is gearing up for a British leg of their global tour. While no official UK tour dates have been announced, the cryptic nature of the post seems to be a deliberate move to stir excitement without giving away too much.
A Look Back at MCR's Last UK Tour
The last time My Chemical Romance toured the UK was in 2022 during their much-hyped reunion world tour. They performed in cities including Milton Keynes, Cornwall, Dublin, Warrington, Cardiff, and Glasgow. The shows featured their iconic 2006 album The Black Parade in full, alongside rarities and fan favourites.
Their Cornwall gig at the Eden Project earned rave reviews, with NME calling it 'fearless, loose and raw.' Frontman Gerard Way described the experience as 'special and amazing', reflecting the mutual love between MCR and their British audience.
Where the Tour Is Headed Next
Right now, MCR is deep into their Long Live The Black Parade 2025 North American stadium tour, which kicked off last month to rapid sell-outs. After wrapping up in the US and Canada this September, the band will head to South America in early 2026, followed by Asia in April and May.
Key 2025 North America dates include:
- 9 August – MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
- 15 August – Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- 22 August – Rogers Centre, Toronto, ON
- 29 August – Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
- 7 September – Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- 13 September – Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
- 20 September – Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA
South America (2026)
- 22 January - Vive Claro Distrito Cultural, Bogota, Colombia
- 25 January - Estadio Nacional, Lima, Peru
- 28–29 January - Estadio Bicentenario Municipal de La Florida, Santiago, Chile
- 1 February - Estadio Tomás Adolfo Ducó, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- 5–6 February - Allianz Parque, São Paulo, Brazil
- 13–14 February - Estadio GNP Seguros, Mexico City, Mexico (two special shows titled The Black Parade – Alive!)
Asia (2026)
- 18 April - Paradise City Korea, Incheon, South Korea
- 22 April - Impact Challenger Hall 1, Bangkok, Thailand
- 25 April - Philippine Arena, Manila, Philippines
- 28 April - Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
- 30 April–1 May - Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 2 May - Hammersonic Festival, Jakarta, Indonesia
The North American leg has already seen surprises like the debut of War Beneath The Rain and a cover of The Smashing Pumpkins' Bullet With Butterfly Wings. Support acts include Violent Femmes, Garbage, IDLES, and Evanescence.
Music to Keep Fans Going
UK fans may have to wait for an official announcement, but they still have fresh MCR material to enjoy. In June 2025, the band released a deluxe 21st anniversary edition of their 2004 album Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge. Their 2022 comeback single The Foundations of Decay remains a fan favourite, even though no new album has dropped since 2010's Danger Days.
For now, the 'nuclear winter' teaser suggests it's only a matter of time before UK fans once again witness the theatrical chaos of The Black Parade live. If the hint proves true, British venues could soon be packed with eyeliner, parade uniforms, and the unmistakable roar of thousands singing along to Welcome to the Black Parade.
