Sphere Las Vegas

Sphere Las Vegas

Reviewed by the Vegas Guide editorial team

Sphere is the world's largest spherical structure, a $2.3 billion immersive venue behind The Venetian wrapped in a programmable LED 'Exosphere' and lined inside with a wraparound 16K screen.

Sphere Las Vegas
Sphere Las Vegas
Sphere Las Vegas

Sphere is the most striking addition to the Las Vegas skyline in a generation - the largest spherical building on earth, rising 366 feet behind The Venetian. Its exterior, the Exosphere, is wrapped in 580,000 square feet of programmable LED that turns the whole structure into a giant, ever-changing canvas, free to watch from streets and resorts all around.

Inside, a wraparound 16K LED screen, spatial sound and seats that shake, blow wind and release scent turn a film into a ride. The resident film for 2026-2027 is The Wizard of Oz at Sphere, playing daily with dates on sale through May 2027; evenings belong to concert residencies - the Eagles through January 2027, Metallica from October 1 into March 2027 and the Backstreet Boys over New Year's. Formula 1 weekend (November 19-21) adds the ticketed T-Mobile Zone at Sphere on the plaza outside.

The Exosphere is free; everything inside is ticketed through Ticketmaster, mobile-only and non-refundable, and the venue is cashless. For prices, the best seats and how to buy without overpaying, read our Sphere tickets guide; the box-office schedule below updates nightly, and the events calendar lays the season out month by month.

Insider tip You don't need a ticket to enjoy the Exosphere - the building's giant LED exterior puts on a free show visible from around the area, best after dark; tickets are only for the immersive films and concerts inside.

Sphere Event Schedule 2026-2027

What's playing here, live from the box office.

Where to sit at Sphere

The screen is a dome, so the level you book decides how much of it you see without moving your head. Pick a level on the drawing or below it.

screen 100 200 300 400
in view with your eyes forward turn your head for it hidden by the level above Schematic, not to scale
View from the 300 level, looking at the picture's horizon

300 level our pick

The sweet spot: the dome fills your view with your eyes level.

You sit at the height of the picture's horizon, so the screen wraps around and over you without tipping your head back. The level to book first for The Wizard of Oz.

Eyes level · Premium seats for the film run up to about $199.

Tickets & prices 2026-2027

Two kinds of ticket, two price worlds. These are the ranges we see at the box office; prices move with demand, so weekends and the last dates of a run cost more and early buyers pay less.

  1. The Wizard of Oz at Sphere

    $89-$199

    Immersive film · daily through May 31, 2027

    Cheapest way in
    A weekday showing in the 400 level
    Included
    The Atrium pre-show and every 4D effect
    Ages
    Pitched at 5 and up
    See dates

  2. Concert residencies

    $150-$400+

    Eagles · Metallica · Backstreet Boys

    Cheapest way in
    A midweek date in the 300 or 400 level, bought early
    Above the range
    Suites and VIP packages
    See the schedule

  3. T-Mobile Zone at Sphere

    Varies by day

    Formula 1 weekend · November 19-21

    Cheapest way in
    A single-day ticket instead of all three days
    Good to know
    Race viewing on the plaza outside, not a seat in the dome
    F1 weekend guide

  4. The Exosphere

    Free

    The light show on the outside of the building

    When
    Every evening after dark
    Ticket
    None - watch from the street, the bridge or a hotel window
    Where to watch

Getting there

255 Sands Avenue, just east of the Strip behind The Venetian. Choose how you are coming.

  1. Walk through The Venetian or The Palazzo to the Venetian Expo and cross the pedestrian bridge over Koval Lane. It lands on Sphere's west side, where a stairway takes standard ticket holders down to the entry. Allow 10-15 minutes from the casino floor.

    The Venetian closes the bridge now and then (most recently September 15-17, 2026); Sphere posts closures on its Plan Your Visit page.

  2. Uber and Lyft drop off and pick up at the corner of Manhattan Street and Westchester Drive, on the south-east side of the block, with the venue entrance across the street. Sphere staff direct arrivals on event days.

    Sphere asks guests to allow extra travel time on show nights because of street closures around the venue.

  3. On-site parking (Lot A, east of the building) is paid and bought in advance through Sphere. Sphere also points drivers to the Howard Hughes garages and other local lots, and The Venetian's self-parking is a walk away ($20-$25 a day for visitors).

    No overnight parking at Sphere. Accessible spaces are first come, first served.

  4. There is no stop at Sphere. The nearest station is Harrah's & The LINQ, a 10-12 minute walk; Convention Center station is 15-20 minutes away.

  5. Standard admission comes in by the Venetian bridge stairway on the west side or the Plaza Entry on the east side, where the Sphere Concierge sells tickets from an hour before the film on event days. Director's Seat packages use the West VIP entry on Sands Avenue, and more gates open on Westchester Drive past the security checkpoint.

  6. For The Wizard of Oz, plan on 45-60 minutes in the Atrium before your seat - the pre-show is part of the ticket, and it is what you miss by arriving late. Once you are in, stay in: all exits are final.

Before you go

Sphere runs a strict door. The rules below are the venue's own, as published in September 2026 - policies can change per event, so check your event page too.

Sphere is a no-bag venue with nowhere to leave anything - what fails at security goes back to the car or the hotel.

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The biggest bag allowed, about 6 × 6 × 2 inches, next to a phone for scale.
  • A small clutch, purse or belt bag

    Up to about 6 × 6 × 2 inches. Every bag is screened, by eye or x-ray.

  • Your phone

    It is your ticket. One phone can show tickets for the whole group.

  • Diaper and medical bags

    Permitted. Contact Guest Relations beforehand if you need anything more.

  • An empty water bottle

    Clear, soft plastic. Refill stations are inside.

  • Backpacks and larger bags

    Turned away at the door, and there is no bag or coat check.

  • Cameras with zoom lenses

    Also video cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks and audio recorders.

  • Laptops and tablets

    Not permitted, and there is nowhere to check them.

  • Outside food and drink

    Including sealed cans and bottles. Medical dietary needs: contact Guest Relations before the show.

  • Cash

    Not accepted inside. Reverse ATMs by the Plaza Concierge, the Venetian bridge and the escalators turn cash into a debit card.

  • Pets

    Service animals only.

Who has played Sphere, 2023-2027

Every residency here is built for the screen, so none of them tours. Point at a row for dates and show counts.

Eagles Sep 20, 2024 - Jan 23, 2027 · 72 shows

Hotels near Sphere

All of these are a walk, not a taxi. Resort fees and parking are what the desk charges, from our resort-fee table; the from-rate is a typical low-season night.

HotelWalk to SphereFromResort feeParkingDetails
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas10-15 min$142$55 + tax (≈$62.36/night)$20/day guests; $20–$25/day visitorsView hotel
The Palazzo at The Venetian10-15 min$142$62.36/night incl. tax$20/dayView hotel
Wynn Las Vegas10-15 min$255$55 + tax (≈$62/night)Free for hotel guestsView hotel
Encore at Wynn Las Vegas15-20 min$255$55 + tax (≈$62/night)Free for hotel guestsView hotel
Treasure Island – TI Las Vegas Hotel & Casino15-20 min$56$49.95 + tax (≈$57/night)FreeView hotel
Harrah'sabout 15 min$8$49.95 + tax (≈$56.63/night)$20/day hotel guests; visitors $20–$25/dayView hotel

Where to eat before the show

Bouchon
★ 4.3
French

Bouchon

COTE Korean Steakhouse
★ 4.4
Korean

COTE Korean Steakhouse

Estiatorio Milos
★ 4.4
Greek

Estiatorio Milos

Delmonico Steakhouse
★ 4.2
Steakhouse

Delmonico Steakhouse

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés
★ 4.5
Spanish

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés

CUT by Wolfgang Puck
★ 4.4
Steakhouse

CUT by Wolfgang Puck

Mott 32
★ 4.3
Chinese

Mott 32

Wakuda
★ 4.4
Japanese

Wakuda

Frequently asked questions

What is the Sphere in Las Vegas?

Sphere is the world's largest spherical building, a $2.3 billion immersive venue behind The Venetian that opened on September 29, 2023. Its exterior (the Exosphere) is a giant programmable LED display; inside, a wraparound 16K screen, 167,000 speaker drivers and 10,000 haptic seats host immersive films and concert residencies.

What's playing at the Sphere in 2026-2027?

The Wizard of Oz at Sphere plays daily, with dates on sale through May 31, 2027. Concert residencies this season: the Eagles (weekend pairs through January 23, 2027), Metallica (October 1 to November 7, 2026, then January 28 to March 13, 2027) and the Backstreet Boys (December 26-27 and December 31 to January 2). The schedule above comes straight from the box office.

How much are Sphere tickets?

The Wizard of Oz runs about $89-$114 in the 400 level up to about $199 for premium 200- and 300-level seats. Concert residencies are a different tier, commonly $150-$400+ depending on artist, date and section. All sales are final, tickets are mobile-only and the venue is cashless.

Is the Sphere worth it?

For most visitors, yes - nothing else looks or sounds like it, and the film is priced like a normal Vegas show. The honest caveats: the AI-expanded Wizard of Oz divides opinion and runs about 75 minutes, and concert pricing is steep. Book the 300 level, treat it as the most advanced cinema on earth rather than a stage show, and you will walk out impressed.

What are the best seats at the Sphere?

The 300 level: the dome fills your field of view without neck strain, and it is usually not the priciest tier. The 400 level is the budget pick with the full wraparound view. In the 100 level avoid the back rows, where the 200-level overhang blocks the top of the dome.

How long is the Sphere show?

The Wizard of Oz runs about 75 minutes, plus 45-60 minutes in the Atrium pre-show - about two hours door to door. Concert residencies play a full headline set.

Can you see the Sphere for free?

Yes - the Exosphere, the building's giant LED exterior, is free to view from the surrounding streets and resorts, and it's especially spectacular after dark. Only the immersive films and concerts inside require a ticket.

Where is the Sphere located and how do I get there?

255 Sands Avenue, just east of the Strip behind The Venetian. Walk over from The Venetian or Palazzo via the pedestrian bridge (stairs lead down to the standard entry), or take a rideshare to the drop-off at Manhattan Street and Westchester Drive. The nearest Monorail station, Harrah's & The LINQ, is a 10-12 minute walk.

Is there parking at the Sphere?

Yes: on-site parking (Lot A) is paid and bought in advance through Sphere, and Sphere also points drivers to the Howard Hughes garages and other local lots. The Venetian's self-parking is a walk away. Overnight parking is not allowed, and Sphere asks drivers to allow extra time for street closures on event nights.

Can I bring a bag into the Sphere?

Sphere is a no-bag venue: backpacks and large bags are turned away and there is no bag check. Small clutches, purses and belt bags up to roughly 6 x 6 x 2 inches, diaper bags and medical bags are allowed. Cameras with zoom lenses, tripods, selfie sticks, laptops and tablets are not.

Is there a dress code at the Sphere?

Sphere publishes no dress code. Shorts and sneakers are normal at the film; concert crowds dress for the band. The rule that actually bites is the bag policy.

Is the Sphere kid-friendly?

Children are welcome but every guest needs a ticket, whatever their age, and Sphere sets age rules per event. The Wizard of Oz is pitched at ages 5 and up; the tornado scene and the 4D effects (haptic seats, wind, fog, strobes) can be a lot for the youngest. Non-haptic seats and two sensory rooms are available.

Does the Sphere cause motion sickness?

It can for people who react to 4D cinemas: the seats vibrate, the picture implies movement and there is wind and fog. Sit in the 300s or 400s, ask for a non-haptic seat when booking, and skip the front 100s if you are prone to it. Sphere itself advises pregnant guests and anyone with a history of discomfort from such effects to check with a doctor first.

Who owns the Sphere and what did it cost?

Sphere Entertainment Co., the company spun out of Madison Square Garden Entertainment, owns and runs it; the land belongs to VICI Properties. The building was designed by Populous and cost about $2.3 billion; it opened on September 29, 2023 with U2.

Did the Sphere burn down?

No. The only fire on record was a small electrical fire during construction in August 2022, put out quickly. The viral 'Sphere on fire' clips are the Exosphere playing flame animations - and Metallica's 2026-2027 residency happens to be titled Life Burns Faster.

What is the Exosphere?

The Exosphere is the building's outer skin: 580,000 square feet of programmable LED made of 1.23 million puck-shaped lights, which turns the whole globe into a screen after dark. It shows art, ads and event visuals every evening, and watching it costs nothing.

Can you tour the Sphere?

There are no guided tours. The only way inside is a ticket to a film or concert, which includes the Atrium; the Exosphere is free to see from outside at any time.
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