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Celebrating a year of the Sphere

The Las Vegas Sphere celebrates its one-year anniversary by launching "XO Stream," a 24/7 live feed of its mesmerizing exterior, kicking off with a spectacular Fourth of July show.

Celebrating a year of the Sphere
Underneath the dots of lights on the exterior of the Las Vegas Sphere

Introducing XO Stream

XO Stream: Your 24/7 window to the Sphere

The eagerly anticipated XO Stream is available 24/7 on thesphere.com/xo-stream and YouTube, answering the burning question: "What's on the Sphere right now?" This constant feed will undoubtedly fuel even more interest in this mesmerizing landmark.

The Las Vegas Sphere from a walkway

The kick-Off

The iconic Las Vegas Sphere is marking its first anniversary with a bang, launching "XO Stream" on July 4th, 2024. Presented by Verizon, the "Sphere Fourth of July Celebration" kicks off the festivities at 9:30 pm PT, with a replay at 11:40 pm.!

A patriotic extravaganza

While the Sphere's interior shows have garnered much attention, this celebration puts the spotlight on the Exosphere, its dazzling exterior. The six-part show promises a unique tribute to American themes like the Stars & Stripes and the Wild West, culminating in a spectacular digital fireworks display. The accompanying audio will be available on-site and via the live stream, ensuring everyone can enjoy the full experience.

A year of buzz and beyond

The Sphere has consistently made headlines in its first year, from a climber incident to the playful trolling of a golfer. Even the summer heat couldn't dampen its shine. The Sphere's allure shows no signs of fading, with rumours swirling about upcoming performers and intriguing financial reports.

U2's Achtung Baby on the exterior of the Las Vegas Sphere
Las Vegas Sphere U2's Achtung Baby on the Exterior

Revisiting recent Sphere highlights

Take a look at a random assortment of articles and mentions from the last half of the year.

  • Climber Incident: A climber attempting to display a political message on the Sphere was arrested. More details can be found on this AP article link.
  • Golfer Trolling Incident: The Sphere playfully trolled a golfer with a judging emoji face. Watch the troll action here.
  • Summer Heat Challenges: The extreme Las Vegas heat caused the Sphere to "sweat." Watch it sweat here.
  • Speculations on Upcoming Performers: Rumours abound about potential performers like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Harry Styles. Visit Casino.org for their interesting take.
  • Financial Performance: The Sphere has reported significant income and losses in recent quarters. For an idea of the financial reporting, visit this link and this link.
  • Incredible Drone Footage: Stunning drone footage of a Phish concert inside the Sphere was released. Watch the footage here.
  • Error Message Image Investigation: Snopes.com investigated the authenticity of an error message image displayed on the Sphere, using the digital image forensics platform, FotoForensic. Learn more about the snopes.com finding here.
  • Paying for Views: People are paying for parking with unobstructed views of the Sphere. Read more about this phenomenon here.
Looking to the rear of The Sphere at the end of a U2 concert
Inside the Sphere with U2 concert-goers

Happy Anniversary, Sphere!

The Sphere has surpassed expectations, captivating locals and tourists alike. Its innovative design and immersive experiences have solidified its status as a beloved Las Vegas landmark. Cheers to many more years of wonder and excitement!

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