Pearl Jam Backs Away from Sphere Residency Over High Costs
Guitarist Mike McCready signals Pearl Jam is steering clear of Las Vegas Sphere for now, pointing to steep production expenses as other major acts double down on the venue.
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New Kids on the Block set October 2026 Las Vegas run
The Boston pop group will play The Right Stuff Las Vegas Residency at Dolby Live, Park MGM, with four confirmed dates in October 2026. Every show stays at one Strip venue, locking in a single location for the residency.
Metallica flips Sphere residency with rare live returns
Metallica’s third Sphere Las Vegas show on October 8 broke from routine, bringing back "Fade to Black" and songs missing from setlists for years.
Elvis tribute show set for Westgate Las Vegas in 2026
Westgate Las Vegas will stage '1970 LIVE! – That's the Way It Was' with Travis Powell, reviving Elvis Presley's 1970 concert era at the International Theater on October 24, 2026.
Rio Las Vegas revives Rio Round-Up with free rodeo watch parties and live country music
The Rio Hotel & Casino is bringing back its Rio Round-Up for National Finals Rodeo week, offering ten nights of free watch parties, live music, and western-themed fun from December 3 to 12.
Metallica kicks off Sphere residency with rare tracks and immersive visuals in Las Vegas
Metallica opened their Life Burns Faster residency at Sphere Las Vegas on October 1, tearing through 16 songs and using the venue’s full visual power. The band will play 24 shows through March 2027, with tickets on sale now.
Delirious TV brings Las Vegas stand-up to Roku and Fire TV audiences
Delirious TV, filmed at Delirious Comedy Club inside Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino, is now streaming worldwide on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. Visitors can also attend live tapings every Thursday in Las Vegas.
Madrid tests concert residencies as Europe eyes Las Vegas model
Madrid is experimenting with Las Vegas-style concert residencies, hosting artists like Shakira and Bad Bunny for multi-date runs at single venues. The shift could change how European fans experience major acts and what cities gain from live music
Bravo Series Reveals Turbulent Launch of The Vanderpump Hotel on the Strip
A new Bravo TV series, premiering October 20, pulls viewers inside the chaos and construction setbacks that marked The Vanderpump Hotel’s opening in Las Vegas.
WOW The Vegas Spectacular celebrates nine years at Rio Las Vegas
WOW The Vegas Spectacular hits its ninth year at Rio Hotel & Casino this October, with over 3,500 shows and millions of guests since opening.
Metallica launches Sphere Las Vegas residency with 24-show run
Metallica opens its Sphere Las Vegas residency on October 1 with 24 scheduled shows, promising different setlists for each night and immersive visuals. Limited tickets remain for the first performances and select 2026 and 2027 dates.
TESLA returns to House of Blues Las Vegas for March 2027 residency
TESLA will headline a five-show residency at House of Blues Las Vegas inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in March 2027, marking their fifth engagement at the venue and featuring songs from across their career
Pink Floyd Visual Art Exhibition Set for The Venetian Las Vegas
Animazing Gallery brings Beyond the Wall to the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort from October 16 to November 2, 2026. The show features original Pink Floyd artwork by Gerald Scarfe, Storm Thorgerson, and Ginger Gilmour.
Metallica adds more Sphere Las Vegas shows, extends residency through 2027
Metallica’s Sphere Las Vegas residency now runs from October 1 through March 2027, with 24 shows on the calendar. Last-minute tickets are still available, including for Halloween and the band’s 'No Repeat Weekend' sets.
Donnie Wahlberg thanks Blockheads during New Kids on the Block Las Vegas run
Donnie Wahlberg got choked up onstage at Dolby Live at Park MGM as New Kids on the Block’s Las Vegas residency rolled on in October. The moment showed just how tight the group’s bond is with longtime fans.
Mayweather and Pacquiao set for September rematch at Sphere Las Vegas
Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are coming back to the ring. Their rematch at The Sphere Arena in Las Vegas is set for September 19, with Netflix streaming the fight live.
Jonny Bird Channels Jimmy Buffett With Poolside Tribute at Alexis Park
Jonny Bird leads a Jimmy Buffett tribute show at the Siren Poolside at Alexis Park Resort Hotel, transforming a Las Vegas pool into a tropical escape with classic songs and sunset vibes
Metallica Unleashes Cthulhu at Sphere Las Vegas Residency
Metallica’s Life Burns Faster residency at Sphere Las Vegas opened with a towering Cthulhu visual during “The Call of Ktulu” and a no-repeat setlist policy through March 2027
Luke Combs Category 10 opens at Flamingo Las Vegas with multi-day launch
Category 10, the new Luke Combs venue at Flamingo Las Vegas, opens October 15 with live performances, giveaways, and exclusive merchandise. The three-story space brings new nightlife and dining options to the Strip.
Josh Groban launches Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace
Josh Groban brings his GEMS The Las Vegas Residency to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace from October 2 to 10, following a year of global tours and a new album release
Lisa Vanderpump races to open Las Vegas hotel in new Bravo series
Lisa Vanderpump faces construction chaos and surprise celebrity visits as she scrambles to open her Las Vegas hotel. Bravo’s new limited series airs October 20 and 21, with all episodes streaming on Peacock.
John Mayer locks in six-night Sphere Las Vegas residency for April 2027
John Mayer will headline Sphere Las Vegas for six nights in April 2027, mixing solo acoustic, full-band, and John Mayer Trio sets in one show. Tickets and hotel packages go on sale September 30, with a fan presale on October 7.
LISA Adds Two More Shows to VIVA LA LISA Residency at Caesars Palace
LISA’s VIVA LA LISA residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace jumps to six shows in November 2026 after the first dates sold out in minutes. Tickets for November 12 and 29 go on sale September 30 at 10 a.m. PT.
Metallica launches Life Burns Faster residency at Sphere Las Vegas
Metallica brings 24 Sphere shows to Las Vegas from October to March, with no-repeat setlists, a pop-up shop at The Venetian, a Red Cross blood drive, and exclusive fan experiences across the city
Carlos Santana adds 2027 House of Blues dates to Las Vegas residency
Carlos Santana is bringing his legendary guitar back to House of Blues at Mandalay Bay in 2027. Fans get more chances to catch his greatest hits live as the residency stretches into its fifteenth year.
Metallica and LISA headline new Las Vegas residencies at Sphere and Caesars Palace
Metallica brings its No Repeat Weekend shows to Sphere starting October 1. LISA launches the first K-pop residency at Caesars Palace in November. The fall 2026 lineup also features the Eagles, Backstreet Boys, and more big names.
John Mayer returns to Sphere Las Vegas with three-set residency in 2027
John Mayer will headline Sphere Las Vegas in April 2027, performing solo, with a full band, and with the John Mayer Trio. Tickets go on sale in October, with select seats benefiting veterans’ health programs.
Resorts World Las Vegas eyes NBA arena and guest overhaul
Resorts World Las Vegas is pushing for a new NBA arena and a major guest experience revamp as it marks five years on the Strip. The property is also moving past regulatory setbacks and public relations challenges.
Carlos Santana extends Las Vegas residency at House of Blues
Carlos Santana is back at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay, playing his greatest hits through September 27. This marks his 14th year as a Las Vegas resident performer, with tickets starting at $99.50 plus fees.
Ikons of Rock brings arena tribute energy to The STRAT Theater
Ikons of Rock has launched at The STRAT Theater with a rotating cast performing hits from Kiss, Journey, Motley Crue and more. Tickets start at $61.03 and include a limited-time STRAT Tower admission pass.