The Historic Farewell Performance in Birmingham
On Saturday, July 5th, the Villa Park in Birmingham, England, will host Ozzy Osbourne’s final live performance, as he officially bids farewell to the stage alongside Black Sabbath’s original lineup. The event, titled “Back To The Beginning,” promises to be one of the biggest metal concerts in history and will be available for streaming worldwide.
How to Watch the Concert Online
Tickets for the concert sold out within minutes of going on sale weeks ago, but due to high demand, Black Sabbath announced that the event will also be streamed online. Access to the event is available on the official website www.backtothebeginning.com.
- Standard Streaming Access:
- Price: $287.00 MXN (plus applicable taxes and fees)
- Includes: Access to the live stream of the entire event on July 5th
- Streaming Access + Exclusive T-Shirt Package:
- Price: $1,019.00 MXN (plus applicable taxes and fees)
- Includes: All standard streaming access benefits plus an exclusive event t-shirt
For commercial screenings (e.g., bars, restaurants, or theaters), a commercial license is required, which can be requested via email at [email protected].
Ozzy Osbourne’s Farewell
Ozzy Osbourne will perform for the last time with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, marking the first reunion of Black Sabbath in 20 years in the band’s birthplace, Birmingham, where it was founded in 1968.
Special Guests and Invited Musicians
In addition to Black Sabbath, the event will feature special guests such as:
- Metallica
- Guns N’ Roses
- Pantera
- Slayer
- Tool
- Alice In Chains
- Anthrax
- Mastodon
- Lamb of God
- Gojira
- Halestorm
- Rival Sons
Moreover, invited musicians will include Billy Corgan, Chad Smith, Jonathan Davis, Fred Durst, Tom Morello, Slash, Duff McKagan, Zakk Wylde, Lzzy Hale, Scott Ian, Sammy Hagar, and many more.
Charity Event
All proceeds from both the in-person event and the streaming will be donated equally to organizations such as Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, July 5th, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM (Mexico Time)
- Location: Villa Park, Birmingham
Key Questions and Answers
- How can I watch the concert online? Access to the event is available on the official website www.backtothebeginning.com. There are two types of digital tickets: Standard Streaming Access and the Streaming Access + Exclusive T-Shirt Package.
- Who are the special guests and invited musicians? Special guests include Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Pantera, Slayer, Tool, Alice In Chains, Anthrax, Mastodon, Lamb of God, Gojira, Halestorm, and Rival Sons. Invited musicians include Billy Corgan, Chad Smith, Jonathan Davis, Fred Durst, Tom Morello, Slash, Duff McKagan, Zakk Wylde, Lzzy Hale, Scott Ian, Sammy Hagar, and many more.
- What organizations will benefit from the event? All proceeds from both the in-person event and the streaming will be donated equally to Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice.
