Las Vegas’ $2.3 billion Sphere venue has been a runaway success, and Sphere Entertainment is looking to capitalize by opening up two more venues by 2030.
The company has announced that Yas Island has been selected as the location for Sphere Abu Dhabi, and will be investing $1.7 billion into the project’s construction phase. Like the Las Vegas Sphere, it will have a capacity of up to 20,000, depending on the configuration for a given event. Other similarities include a 16K x 16K LED screen inside, 167,000 speakers, and an exterior LED screen running 24/7.
The venue will be built on a plot of land between Yas Mall and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, which Sphere Entertainment says features “lush green surroundings and proximity to other Yas Island theme parks and attractions.” Construction on the venue is expected to be completed by the end of 2029.
Additionally, a 6,000-seat “mini Sphere” is coming to National Harbor in Maryland with a target opening of 2030. It will also feature a 16K x 16K LED screen as well as an Exosphere, but the exterior screen will not operate overnight.
