Virginia Tech is making a quick turnaround — from hosting a massive rock concert to preparing for one of the university’s most important milestones.

Metallica was just in town and this week is graduation; that means for the past two weeks businesses in the town of Blacksburg have been busy.

In the early ’90s, two Virginia Tech students connected over their love for Metallica — all thanks to a t-shirt. Now, decades later, they’re back where it all began, gearing up for the band’s concert on campus Wednesday.

Here is something fun, Hokie fans made an impact during Wednesday night’s Metallica concert, literally.

The countdown is on for fans as Metallica will be rocking Lane Stadium Wednesday night. But the party started long before the gates opened.

There are plenty of events for concert-goers to experience during the Metallica Concert on Wednesday. One of those events included the “Enter Night Concert Kick Off.” 10 News Sports Anchor Brooke Leonard was in Blacksburg at the event and interviewed two pumped-up Metallica fans.

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has prepared extra staffing on Wednesday in its emergency department due to the sold-out crowd in Lane Stadium for the Metallica concert.

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10 News Anchor John Appicello sat down with sports legend Frank Beamer about the origin of Virginia Tech’s cherished tradition of playing “Enter Sandman” by Metallica as the football team’s entrance.

Ahead of the 2025 ACC Softball Tournament, Brooke and Eric have a Bonus Episode featuring Virginia Tech’s Emma Lemley and Cori McMillan.

Blacksburg is getting ready to go off to never-never land as about 100,000 fans prepare to rock out with Metallica at Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium

Southwest Virginia is getting ready for a concert like no other with Metallica coming to play at Lane Stadium tonight, and everyone, especially first-time fans, are more than excited to watch them play.

Metalheads, Metallica diehards and Virginia Tech students are more than ready to welcome the legendary metal band to Blacksburg

Virginia Tech released a map and a list of parking impacts for Wednesday night’s Metallica show.

The excitement of tomorrow’s Metallica show may convince you to get last-minute tickets, but be sure to watch out for scams.

The Virginia Tech Alumni Association is holding a pre-show celebration before Metallica rocks the stage in Lane Stadium.

Metallica is set to take the stage in Blacksburg this Wednesday, with nearly 100,000 fans expected to converge on the town for the highly anticipated concert.

Metallica is set to rock Blacksburg this Wednesday, with an estimated almost 100,000 fans expected to flood the town for the highly anticipated concert.

It’s almost time to start jumping! Excitement is in the air as Hokie Nation gears up for a Metallica concert.

Metallica is bringing their powerhouse performance from Mexico City straight to viewers' faces courtesy of Apple.

Students at Kipps Elementary in Blacksburg are hoping to get the attention of an iconic rock band that’s had Hokie football fans jumping for decades.

Virginia Tech officials on Saturday outlined their efforts to lure Metallica to Lane Stadium in Blacksburg.

In what seems like a long, overdue day, Metallica has announced they will be holding a concert in Blacksburg in 2025.

The announcement Thursday that Metallica would perform live at Virginia Tech next May had many Hokie fans jumping.

Star jumping, Hokies! Metallica is coming to Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium on May 7, 2025.

Start jumping, Hokie Nation! Virginia Tech has announced a collaboration with Metallica, unveiling a new collection of co-branded T-shirts and hats just in time for the football season.

Metallica, Mariah Carey and The Jonas Brothers will headline a free concert in New York’s Central Park to mark the 10th anniversary of the Global Citizen Festival on Sept. 24.

Today is the home opener for Virginia Tech! Lindsey and Jenna chat about tonight’s game as well as high school football starting back up again.

Blue Ridge Nightmares is looking for about 50 actors to play scary parts in its major Halloween Haunted House attraction.

James Hetfield will be entering rehab after "struggling with addiction on and off for many years," his bandmates said. (CNN) - Metallica says it is postponing its tour in Australia and New Zealand after lead vocalist James Hetfield reentered rehab. "As most of you probably know, our brother James has been struggling with addiction on and off for many years," the band's tweet said. "We appreciate your understanding and support for James & thank you for being a part of our Metallica family." Metallica formed in 1981, and it is known for the hits "Enter Sandman," "Master of Puppets" and "One."

Pixabay(CNN) - It's no secret that Metallica's music can be kind of intense -- so much so, one hiker says, that it scared off a curious cougar on Vancouver Island. Dee Gallant, 45, was on a hike in South Duncan with her dog, Murphy, on July 23. She said she was only a few miles into the woods when she turned around and realized that they had company: They were being stalked by a cougar. That is, until Gallant opened her phone and chose the loudest band she could think of: Metallica. "I actually thought it was really cool that I got to see a cougar for so long," she said.

Metallica have announced they are releasing a children's book, which is sure to become a treasured classic at baby showers and christenings for generations to come. Metallica have announced they are releasing a children's book, which is sure to become a treasured classic at baby showers and christenings for generations to come. "The ABCs of Metallica" will tell, in alphabetical rhymes, the history of one of the world's greatest heavy metal bands. For a really wholesome experience, we suggest pairing a bedtime reading with some of Metallica's most-loved lullabies, like "Seek and Destroy" and, of course, "Enter Sandman." The book will be available for purchase in November, but devoted metalheads and future godparents can pre-order it now.