German thrashers Kreator and Norwegian symphonic black metal kings Dimmu Borgir will team up for a European co-headline run later this year. Direct support on the trek will come from U.S. hardcore institution Hatebreed and death metal supergroup Bloodbath.

Commented Kreator frontman Mille Petrozza:

“I am more than excited to team up with three of the strongest and most unique bands in today’s metal world for this killer package. For this run, we have prepared the biggest production in the history of the band to bring the ultimate KREATOR experience to a venue near you. ‘The European Apocalypse’ will be THE tour of 2018, and I can’t wait to see all of you in December. Hail to the Hordes!”

Dimmu Borgir guitarist Silenoz commented:

“It feels great to announce that we’re finally touring Europe again! It’s been a while, but we can’t wait to share the Eonian energy with our fans. See you all in November and December!”

Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed added

“We’re honored and excited to share the stage with such influential and important bands. In a world where everyone seems so divided, it’s important for heavy music to unify and inspire. This tour has something for everyone! Death, black, thrash, and crossover. Prepare to rage. See you in the pit!”

BLOODBATH guitarist Anders Nyström commented:

“It’s an honor that we’re chosen to represent the death metal department in a versatile bill of thrash metal, black metal and hardcore!”

Tickets and bundles will be available starting on June 13 at 10:00 a.m. U.K. time at www.europeanapocalypsetour.com.

Tour dates:

Nov. 30 – NL – Tilburg, 013

Dec. 01 – DE – Hamburg, Sporthalle

Dec. 02 – DE – Frankfurt, Jahrhunderthalle

Dec. 03 – FR – Paris, L’Olympia

Dec. 04 – BE – Brussels, AB

Dec. 06 – IT – Milano, Alcatraz

Dec. 07 – DE – Munich, Zenith

Dec. 08 – DE – Ludwigsburg, MHP Arena

Dec. 09 – CZ – Prague, Forum Karlin

Dec. 10 – CH – Zurich, Halle 622

Dec. 12 – AT – Vienna, Gasometer

Dec. 13 – PL – Warsaw, Kolo Hall

Dec. 14 – DE – Leipzig, Haus Auensee

Dec. 15 – DE – Dusseldorf, Mitsubishi Electric Halle

Dec. 16 – UK – London, Roundhouse