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Events at Sphere: what happens inside Las Vegas’s ultimate venue

At the Sphere, every event is built to astonish. From mind-bending cinematic journeys to resounding concert residencies and pulse-pounding sports spectacles, the venue transforms any format into a sensory experience unlike anything else.

Types of events at Sphere in Las Vegas

Immersive cinematic experiences
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Immersive cinematic experiences

Immersive productions turn storytelling into a full-body experience. The Sphere’s 16K wraparound screen, atmospheric effects like wind and scent, and precise spatial audio pull audiences into the narrative. Shows such as The Wizard of Oz demonstrate how classic tales can be reimagined with groundbreaking technology.

Concert residencies & live music

Concert residencies bring world-famous artists to the Sphere for multi-show runs. With synchronized visuals, crystal-clear surround sound, and custom content, each performance becomes larger than life. These residencies redefine the live music experience and keep fans coming back for more.

Corporate, private & special events

Corporate gatherings and product launches take on new scale at the Sphere. Organizers use the venue’s immersive canvas to share stories, present ideas, or showcase technology. A prime example was the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Discover keynote, where AI partnerships and innovations were unveiled with Sphere’s full audiovisual power.

Upcoming events at the Sphere

The Wizard of Oz

A reimagined version of the classic tale, The Wizard of Oz uses Sphere’s advanced visuals and multi-sensory technology to transport audiences into Dorothy’s world. The tornado, Yellow Brick Road, and Emerald City all come alive in breathtaking fashion.

  • Dates: Aug 28, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026
  • Highlight: Family-friendly immersive film experience

Eagles: live in concert

The Eagles continue their landmark Las Vegas residency, performing timeless hits like Hotel California enhanced by Sphere’s wraparound screen and acoustics. Each performance blends nostalgia with futuristic staging.

  • Dates: Oct–Nov 2025; Jan 2026
  • Highlight: Multi-leg residency with high ticket demand

Backstreet Boys: Into the Millennium residency

The Backstreet Boys bring their iconic Millennium album to Sphere with dazzling visuals and choreography. This marks the first pop boyband residency at the venue, offering a high-energy, nostalgic experience for fans.

  • Dates: Dec 26, 2025 – Feb 15, 2026
  • Highlight: First boyband residency at Sphere

Illenium: Melodic Bass residency

Illenium is set to debut at Sphere with a six-show residency in March 2026. His performances will combine emotional bass-driven music with the venue’s immersive visual canvas.

  • Dates: Mar 2026
  • Highlight: Debut electronic bass residency at Sphere

Carín León: regional Mexican music

Carín León will bring Latin music to Sphere in 2026, introducing regional Mexican sounds to the venue’s diverse lineup. His performances highlight Sphere’s cultural versatility and growing global appeal.

  • Dates: 2026
  • Highlight: First major Latin artist to headline Sphere

Past events at the Sphere in Las Vegas

The Sphere in Las Vegas has quickly become a landmark destination, hosting unforgettable performances that showcase its immersive technology and versatile stage. From iconic music residencies to sporting spectacles, each event has left a lasting mark on the venue and its audience.

U2: UV Achtung Baby

U2 inaugurated the Sphere with a 40-show residency that blended their Achtung Baby album with timeless hits. The venue’s 16K visuals and crystal-clear audio set a new benchmark for immersive concerts.

  • Dates: Sept 2023 – Feb 2024
  • Highlight: First-ever Sphere residency

Anyma: The End of Genesys

Electronic artist Anyma fused music and digital art into a sensory experience. Vibrating seats and futuristic visuals pushed EDM into new territory.

  • Dates: Dec 2024 – Mar 2025
  • Highlight: First-ever electronic music residency at Sphere

UFC 306: O’Malley vs. Dvalishvili

Sphere staged its first sporting event with UFC 306, transforming fight night into a cinematic experience with visuals that electrified the city. Merab Dvalishvili defeated Sean O’Malley in front of a historic crowd.

  • Date: Sept 14, 2024
  • Highlight: First sporting event inside Sphere

Unity: Insomniac x Tomorrowland

Sphere hosted UNITY, a three-day electronic festival created by Tomorrowland and Insomniac. The event brought global DJs, cutting-edge visuals, and the spirit of Tomorrowland to Las Vegas.

  • Dates: Aug 29–31, 2025
  • Highlight: First festival-style EDM takeover at Sphere

Backstreet Boys: Into the Millennium

The Backstreet Boys delivered their first Las Vegas residency at Sphere, bringing the Millennium album to life with immersive staging and choreography.

  • Dates: Dec 2025 – Feb 2026
  • Highlight: First boyband to headline a Sphere residency

The Eagles: live in concert residencies

The Eagles captivated audiences with their timeless hits enhanced by immersive production. High demand extended their run multiple times into 2026.

  • Dates: Sept 2024 – Jan 2026
  • Highlight: Record-breaking ticket sales and sell-out shows

Phish

Phish’s four-night run turned the Sphere into a playground of sound and visuals. The band paired deep-cut setlists with surreal transformations across the wraparound screen.

  • Dates: Apr 18–21, 2024
  • Highlight: First jam band outside Dead & Company to headline Sphere

Dead & Company: Dead Forever

The legendary jam band extended their Dead Forever residency with evolving visuals and unique setlists each night. Every show felt distinct, keeping fans engaged across multiple performances.

  • Dates: Mar – May 2025
  • Highlight: 18-show extension after a successful 2024 run
  • U2: U2 were the first band to headline Sphere, opening the venue with their Achtung Baby residency. Their shows combined iconic hits with stunning 16K visuals and crystal-clear acoustics, setting the gold standard for Sphere Las Vegas events. The band’s 40-show run established the venue as one of the most innovative stages in the world.
  • Eagles: The Eagles captivated fans with their timeless rock anthems enhanced by the Sphere’s immersive technology. Their multi-leg residencies drew record-breaking crowds, blending harmonies with cutting-edge visuals and proving the enduring appeal of classic rock in a futuristic setting.
  • Dead & Company: Dead & Company brought their improvisational style to the Sphere with the Dead Forever residency. Each night offered unique setlists and psychedelic visuals, creating a communal, ever-changing experience that resonated deeply with their devoted fanbase.
  • Phish: Phish turned their four-night run at Sphere into an exploration of sound and visuals. With deep-cut setlists and surreal transformations across the venue’s screen, they showcased how experimental jam bands can thrive in the immersive environment.
  • Backstreet Boys: The Backstreet Boys’ Into the Millennium residency marked the first pop boyband show at the Sphere. Iconic hits, polished choreography, and dazzling visuals gave fans a nostalgic yet high-tech concert experience, expanding the venue’s reach to mainstream pop audiences.
  • Anyma: Electronic artist Anyma pioneered EDM at the Sphere with The End of Genesys. Combining music with futuristic digital art, vibrating seats, and sensory effects, his residency demonstrated how electronic music could be elevated through immersive innovation.
  • Illenium: Illenium will headline a six-show residency in March 2026, blending melodic bass music with Sphere’s sensory capabilities. The production promises to pair emotional storytelling with high-energy visuals, cementing Sphere as a hub for next-generation electronic music.
  • Carín León: Carín León is scheduled to perform at Sphere in 2026, bringing regional Mexican music to the iconic venue. His shows will mark a milestone for Latin artists at Sphere, introducing new cultural sounds to its global stage.

Frequently asked questions about Sphere Las Vegas events

From immersive experiences and concert residencies to sports and corporate events, Sphere hosts a variety of shows.