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John Mayer Will Add Six Shows to Sphere Residency

The expanded run brings the total to 12 concerts, with tickets for all dates going on sale October 9.

Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Casino

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John Mayer has added six additional dates to his upcoming residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas, bringing the total run to 12 concerts concluding in May 2027. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Fans of John Mayer in the Las Vegas Valley can look forward to an extended residency at the Sphere, which now features 12 total dates. The musician added six performances to his original schedule, with the run concluding on May 8, 2027.

Why it matters

This residency expansion follows the musician's significant recent history at the venue, where he performed 48 shows alongside Dead & Company between 2024 and 2025.

The residency now spans 12 total shows, doubling the initial engagement after the addition of six new dates. Each ticket sold includes a $1 donation to the Back To You Fund.

The players

John Mayer

The musician and guitarist who is headlining a 12-show residency at the Sphere.

Sphere

The Las Vegas venue hosting the extended concert residency.

Dead & Company

The band that performed 48 shows at the Sphere with John Mayer during 2024 and 2025.

The details

The expanded schedule includes performances on April 28, April 30, May 1, May 5, May 7, and May 8, 2027. These join the previously scheduled dates of April 8, 10, 11, 15, 17, and 18, 2027. Each concert will highlight the performer's variety, featuring solo sets, full-band arrangements, and John Mayer Trio performances.

Timeline

  1. Tickets for all 12 shows go on sale October 9, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT.

  2. Original concert dates are scheduled for April 8, 10, 11, 15, 17, and 18, 2027.

  3. Newly added residency dates are April 28, 30, and May 1, 5, 7, and 8, 2027.

Beyond the Strip

This residency expansion follows the pattern established by the 48-show Dead & Company residency at Sphere, which demonstrated a high demand for multi-date musical engagements at the venue. These additional shows continue the trend of high-profile performers utilizing the space for long-term residencies.

Traffic around the venue may increase during the two-month residency window in April and May 2027. Residents looking to support local philanthropy should note that specific tickets will be auctioned to benefit the Heart and Armor Foundation.

The takeaway

Fans should mark their calendars for the October 9 ticket release to secure seats for this expanded residency. Attendees can also watch for the specific auction details regarding the Heart and Armor Foundation, which will be held in conjunction with the ticket sales.

What happens next

Tickets for all 12 performances, including the six newly added dates, will be available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. PT on October 9, 2026.

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