Hearing rumors of a possible Metallica residency at Sphere Las Vegas? Yea, we first saw this story on the Vital Vegas website (the only source for what’s really happening in Sin City) and were pumped! Still, we checked out the rumor and found multiple sites reporting the possible 2026 residency, sparking anticipation among fans of immersive live entertainment. Sources close to the venue say the band is ready to finalize a deal, although no official announcement has been made.
The residency is expected to follow the conclusion of Metallica’s global M72 world tour, which wraps up its European leg in July 2026. According to reports from industry insiders, the band could take the stage at the Sphere in the fall of that year, though details such as show dates and the number of performances remain unconfirmed.
Members of the band have offered hints that lend credibility to the speculation. Guitarist Kirk Hammett previously expressed interest in performing at the Sphere, praising its advanced technology and immersive potential. He described the venue as “a great example of how venues are changing,” noting its integration of artificial intelligence and large-scale production capabilities.
If confirmed, the Metallica residency at Sphere would mark the first time a hard rock or heavy metal band has taken up a long-term engagement at the venue. Since opening in September 2023, Sphere Las Vegas has hosted high-profile residencies with U2, Phish, Dead & Company, and the Eagles.
Fans familiar with Metallica’s reputation for ambitious performance experiences point to their history of innovative shows—including the unique concert on all seven continents and immersive Vision Pro collaboration with Apple—as strong indicators that the Sphere could provide an ideal stage for the band’s next evolution.
For now, the proposed Metallica residency at Sphere remains unannounced, but mounting reports suggest negotiations are well underway.
