Metallica has officially confirmed their long-rumored Las Vegas residency, announcing that their “Life Burns Faster” shows will take place at the Sphere this fall, повідомляє Baltimore Chronicle with reference to the original press release. The residency will debut on October 1 and 3, followed by six additional performances throughout the month, offering fans an unprecedented “No Repeat Weekends” format in which songs performed on Thursday will not be repeated on Saturday.
Tickets for both single-night and two-night packages will go on sale Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m. PT, with several presales beginning the week prior. Fan Club members can access the presale starting Monday, March 2, while the Ticketmaster Artist Presale opens Tuesday, March 3. Detailed information regarding all presale dates and ticket options is available on Metallica’s official channels.
Returning for this residency is the ultimate pass for dedicated fans, now renamed the “Full House” Ticket (previously the “I Disappear” Ticket), granting access to all Sphere shows in 2026. Additional offerings include a full range of Travel Packages and Enhanced Experiences. VIP perks range from Meet & Greet sessions and pre-show onstage photos to exclusive entry to the Black Box Experience, priority venue access, and a spot inside the Snake Pit.
Travel Package presales begin Friday, February 27 at 7 a.m. PT for Legacy Members and 9 a.m. PT for Fifth Members, with general public sales starting at 11 a.m. PT. More details on these packages, including three-night stays at The Venetian Resort or Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, collectible merchandise, and concierge services, can be found at metallicatravel.com. Enhanced Experience and Full House Tickets are available during the Fan Club Presale on March 2, with additional information at superfan.live/metallicasphere.
“Life Burns Faster” setlists will cover the band’s full catalog, amplified by the Sphere’s cutting-edge technologies designed to deliver fully immersive experiences. Audiences will enjoy world-class visuals on the venue’s high-resolution LED wraparound screens, precision immersive audio, and multi-sensory 4D effects, ensuring a unique experience every night. The residency promises a new dimension for both fans and performers, whether viewing from the upper levels, intimate sections, or the Snake Pit.
The full schedule for the residency is as follows: October 1 & 3, October 15 & 17, October 22 & 24, and October 29 & 31.
All Travel Packages, offered through Vibee.com, include tickets to both Thursday and Saturday shows, three-night hotel accommodations, a limited-edition merchandise item, a collectible laminate and lanyard, and on-site concierge services. Diamond and Signature editions provide additional perks such as priority entry, luxury transport from Harry Reid International Airport, and MP3 downloads of live audio from both shows.
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