System of a Down Announces 2026 Concerts in Mexico City

System of a Down is set to return to Mexico City for two highly anticipated concerts on May 27 and 28, 2026, at the Estadio GNP Seguros. This marks a significant return for the influential metal band, which has not performed in Mexico since 2019 at the Force Fest. Fans can expect to hear anthems like "Chop Suey!," "Toxicity," "Aerials," and "B.Y.O.B.," which have resonated with generations of listeners.

The concerts are expected to begin around 9:00 p.m. at the Estadio GNP Seguros, a major venue for large-scale events in Mexico. The band's infrequent international tours add to the excitement surrounding these dates. Unlike many veteran bands, System of a Down's live appearances are sporadic, making each announcement a major event for their devoted fanbase.

While the official setlist has not been confirmed, the band's recent performance at the "Sick New World 2026" festival offers clues to their potential song choices in Mexico City. Tracks regularly featured in their shows include "Toxicity," "Chop Suey!," "Aerials," "B.Y.O.B.," "Sugar," "Deer Dance," "Prison Song," "Hypnotize," "Lonely Day," and "Cigaro."

Formed in 1994 in Glendale, California, the band comprises Serj Tankian, Daron Malakian, Shavo Odadjian, and John Dolmayan. All members have Armenian heritage, which has deeply influenced their political and cultural identity. Despite a hiatus between 2006 and 2010, and no new studio album since 2005, their last musical output being the 2020 songs "Protect the Land" and "Genocidal Humanoidz," System of a Down has sold over 12 million albums worldwide and won a Grammy for "B.Y.O.B." in 2006, solidifying their enduring legacy in the music world.