On February 25, Metallica revealed plans for their 2026-2027 “Life Burns Faster” residency at the Las Vegas Sphere.
Initially, they scheduled just eight concerts for October 2016, featuring four weekends of performances with two unique sets on Thursdays and Saturdays.
However, thanks to incredible demand, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group has extended the run through March 2027, now totaling 24 concerts at this visually spectacular location.
Now that the initial excitement has worn off, we wondered what the prices might be to catch James, Lars, Kirk, and Robert live.
As it turns out, the cheapest ticket available for a single concert at the Sphere is around $367, including fees. That’s almost $100 cheaper than the last time we checked just a couple of months ago.
If you’re looking to attend two shows during a “No Repeat Weekend,” prices begin at $537, fees included.
Before this residency, Metallica toured globally to promote their 2023 album, M72, performing two shows in most cities.
Fans often heard beloved tracks like “Master of Puppets,” “Seek and Destroy,” “Sad But True,” “Nothing Else Matters,” and “Creeping Death.” The first night featured classics such as “Enter Sandman” and “One,” while the second night included “Ride The Lightning” and “Whiplash.”
After experiencing their first concert in Philadelphia in May 2025, one reviewer noted, “The crowd surged and pulsed with each song like a living, breathing force from which Metallica drew energy.”
With immersive sound, eye-catching visuals on the top-resolution LED display, rumbling seats, and effects like wind and temperature changes, hearing Metallica in the Sphere is something to look forward to.
For details about how to witness Metallica’s ‘Life Burns Faster’ residency, our team has compiled all you need to know.
Metallica Sphere Schedule 2026
This section lists all the dates and showtimes for Metallica’s performances at the Las Vegas Sphere, along with links to the best ticket prices.
Metallica at Mohegan Sun Arena
In addition to their residency, Metallica will also perform at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, in November, celebrating the venue’s 25th anniversary. This marks their first appearance in Connecticut since July 1998.
For fans eager to catch the show, here’s the schedule for their Mohegan Sun Arena performance:
More 2026 Events at Las Vegas Sphere
When Metallica isn’t rocking the Sphere, many other exciting acts are lined up for this sought-after venue. Keep an eye out for upcoming shows.
Metallica Night One Setlist
On June 27, 2025, Metallica kicked off their two-night “No Repeat Weekend” at Denver’s Empower Field with a remarkable setlist, which included:
- “Creeping Death”
- “Harvester of Sorrow”
- “Holier than Thou”
- “King Nothing”
- “72 Seasons”
- “If Darkness Had a Son”
- “Kirk and Rob’s Doodle” (with “Suicide & Redemption”)
- “The Day That Never Comes”
- “Cyanide”
- “Orion”
- “Nothing Else Matters”
- “Sad But True”
- “Battery”
- “Fuel”
- “Seek & Destroy”
- “Master of Puppets”
Metallica Night Two Setlist
The second night in Denver concluded on June 29, 2025, with a setlist that featured:
- “Whiplash”
- “For Whom the Bell Tolls”
- “Ride the Lightning”
- “Memories Remain”
- “Lux Eterna”
- “Too Far?”
- “Kirk and Rob Doodles” (including John Denver’s “Trapped Under Ice”)
- “Welcome Back (Sanatorium)”
- “Wherever I Roam”
- “Call of Cthul”
- “The Unforgiven”
- “Whiskey in the Jar” (Traditional Cover)
- “It Turned Black”
- “Moth in the Flame”
- “One”
- “Enter Sandman”
Metallica New Song
On April 14, 2023, Metallica released their eleventh studio album, “72 Seasons.” The album kicks off with the title track and maintains a relentless pace for its 77-minute duration.
Standout tracks include “My Life is Sleepwalking Away,” “It Has to Burn!” and “Lux Eterna.” There’s no time to catch your breath here; Metallica keeps pushing forward, and that’s how it should be.
Heavy Metal Icons to Tour in 2026
If you can’t make it to their shows this year, don’t worry. There are plenty of other legendary heavy metal acts hitting the road soon.
- Hurry
- AC/DC
- Guns N’ Roses
- Iron Maiden
- Good Charlotte and the Vengeful Sevenfold
Check out our list for more heavy hitters on tour and find a show that speaks to you.
