Metallica to Launch Las Vegas Sphere Residency Oct 2026

Heavy metal band Metallica is preparing to launch a major concert residency at the Las Vegas Sphere later this year, following the conclusion of their extensive M72 world tour. The residency, which the band has been planning for over a year, is scheduled to begin in October 2026 and extend into March 2027, with performances on dates including October 1, 5, 7, 28, and 30, and November 5 and 7, among others.

Drummer Lars Ulrich discussed the upcoming challenge during a recent radio interview, describing the Sphere as an intimidating but exciting new frontier. He acknowledged the pioneering role of the band U2, which inaugurated the venue in 2023, and said attending that opening night left him awestruck and inspired. Ulrich stated that while the band typically operates in controlled environments, the Sphere's advanced technology presents a unique opportunity to reinvent their staging and connect with audiences on another level.

The Las Vegas Sphere, which opened in September 2023, is a 17,600-seat venue renowned for its immersive technology. Its features include a massive 16K resolution wraparound LED screen and a high-precision audio system known as Sphere Immersive Sound. The...