Sphere
Also known as: MSG Sphere, Sphere at The Venetian
The world's largest spherical structure — a $2.3 billion immersive venue with a 16K wraparound interior LED screen.
Capacity
20,000
Opened
2023
Operator
Sphere Entertainment Co.
Sources: Capacity from Wikipedia — Sphere (venue). Opening year from Wikipedia — Sphere (venue). Re-verified 2026-04-09. We don't publish specific tour dates here because they change too frequently — see the official ticketing link below for current bookings.
What Sphere Is Known For
The Sphere is the most expensive entertainment venue ever built in Las Vegas at $2.3 billion. The interior features a 160,000 sq ft 16K-resolution wraparound LED screen, 167,000 speaker drivers across 1,586 permanent loudspeaker modules, and 10,000 haptic seats that physically vibrate with the audio. The exterior is a 580,000 sq ft LED display visible from across the Strip. The structure stands 366 feet tall and 516 feet wide.
What it programs
Multi-night residencies (typically 4-12 shows) by major touring artists, plus the long-running immersive films Postcard from Earth and The Wizard of Oz at Sphere experiences. Sphere does NOT host one-night tour stops the way traditional arenas do.
Planning a Trip Around Sphere
Who this venue works for and the practical details that affect how you plan.
Best for
- +Travelers who want to see a once-in-a-lifetime audio-visual experience
- +Music fans who follow specific artists doing Sphere residencies
- +Anyone willing to plan a trip around a specific residency
- +First-time Sphere visitors who can't decide between a film and a residency — start with the film
Practical considerations
- •Sphere residencies sell out fast and rarely have walk-up availability
- •Residency ticket prices are among the highest in Vegas — $200-$1,000+ per seat for top artists
- •The Postcard from Earth and Wizard of Oz films are the lower-cost way to experience the venue
- •The venue is 5-10 minutes from the heart of the Strip — most tickets include a Venetian-area drop-off
- •Photography rules vary by show — verify before arriving
- •Plan to arrive 60-90 minutes early during major residencies
Resident hotel
The Venetian Resort — staying here means zero transportation to the venue.
All-suite, all-marble, with the Grand Canal Shoppes and gondola rides indoors. The most family-friendly luxury on the Strip.
Notable Acts
Historical and current acts that have played Sphere. We frame these evergreen — for current bookings, use the official ticketing link below.
U2 (the inaugural residency, 2023-2024 — concluded)
Phish (2024, 2025, returning April-May 2026)
Dead & Company (2024)
The Eagles (multi-run residency, ongoing)
Anyma (2024-2025)
Kenny Chesney
Backstreet Boys (Dec 2025-Feb 2026 — concluded)
Carin León (announced for September 2026)
No Doubt (announced for May-June 2026)
The Wizard of Oz at Sphere (immersive film)
Postcard from Earth (Darren Aronofsky, immersive film)
Where to Buy Tickets
Sphere residencies are sold via Ticketmaster directly through the Sphere venue page. The Postcard from Earth and Wizard of Oz immersive films sell separately on the Sphere website. Resale availability is the most reliable secondary source for sold-out residencies.
Opens the venue's official ticketing source in a new tab. We don't publish specific tour dates because they change too frequently to verify reliably.
Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching Sphere.
What is the capacity of Sphere?
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Sphere has a capacity of 20,000. Source: Wikipedia — Sphere (venue).
When did Sphere open?
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Sphere opened in 2023. Source: Wikipedia — Sphere (venue).
Who has performed at Sphere?
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Sphere has hosted: U2 (the inaugural residency, 2023-2024 — concluded); Phish (2024, 2025, returning April-May 2026); Dead & Company (2024); The Eagles (multi-run residency, ongoing); Anyma (2024-2025); Kenny Chesney. And 5 more notable acts. For current bookings, see the venue's official ticketing page.
How do I buy tickets to Sphere?
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Sphere residencies are sold via Ticketmaster directly through the Sphere venue page. The Postcard from Earth and Wizard of Oz immersive films sell separately on the Sphere website. Resale availability is the most reliable secondary source for sold-out residencies.
Is Sphere the same as MSG Sphere?
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Yes — Sphere was previously known as MSG Sphere and Sphere at The Venetian. Same physical venue, just renamed. Many older Vegas guides still reference the old names.
What hotel is closest to Sphere?
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Sphere is at or attached to The Venetian Resort — staying there means you don't need transportation to the venue. Other walkable nearby hotels depend on the venue's location on the Strip.