Metallica Announces 2026 Sphere Residency in Las Vegas

The heavy metal icons will perform eight shows at the new Sphere venue in October 2026.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Metallica has officially announced an eight-show residency called "Life Burns Faster" at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The shows will take place over four weekends in October 2026, with performances scheduled for October 1, 3, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, and 31.

Why it matters

The Sphere is a new state-of-the-art entertainment venue in Las Vegas that opened in 2023. Metallica's residency will be one of the first major music acts to perform at the Sphere, which features cutting-edge audio and visual technology. This residency is expected to draw thousands of Metallica fans to Las Vegas and boost the city's entertainment offerings.

The details

Metallica's eight-show residency at the Sphere will feature the band's classic hits as well as songs from their latest album. The shows will utilize the Sphere's advanced audio and visual capabilities to create an immersive concert experience for fans.

  • Metallica's Life Burns Faster residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas is scheduled for October 1, 3, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, and 31, 2026.
  • The Sphere opened in Las Vegas in 2023.

The players

Metallica

Metallica is an American heavy metal band formed in 1981. They are one of the most successful and influential metal bands of all time, having sold over 125 million albums worldwide.

The Sphere

The Sphere is a new state-of-the-art entertainment venue that opened in Las Vegas in 2023. It features cutting-edge audio and visual technology to create immersive concert experiences.

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What’s next

Metallica fans can purchase tickets for the Life Burns Faster residency when they go on sale in early 2026.

The takeaway

Metallica's residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas represents the band's continued innovation and ability to deliver an unforgettable live experience for their fans. The Sphere's cutting-edge technology will allow Metallica to push the boundaries of what's possible in a concert setting.