See Ed Sheeran live in concert at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on July 18, 2026, with the LOOP Tour, global hits and songs from "Play". Plan your ticket purchase and arrival for an evening that also features Myles Smith, Sigrid and Aaron Rowe. Plan with care
Ed Sheeran brings the LOOP Tour to Las Vegas
Ed Sheeran will perform at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at one of the most exciting stops on the North American leg of the LOOP Tour. The program begins at 5:30 p.m., and before the headliner, the audience can expect Myles Smith, Sigrid and Aaron Rowe. The combination of three guests and Sheeran's extensive catalog turns this date into a full-evening program rather than just an isolated late-night performance.
Sheeran has built his career on a blend of acoustic pop, singer-songwriter storytelling, rhythmic work with a loop pedal and choruses that a stadium audience can take over after just the first few bars. "The A Team", "Photograph", "Thinking Out Loud", "Perfect", "Shape of You", "Castle on the Hill", "Shivers" and "Bad Habits" belong to different stages of his development, but in concert they function as a shared songbook for an audience that often spans several generations.
Las Vegas is positioned on the schedule between performances in Denver and San Diego, during the summer portion of the tour through the western United States. Tickets for this event are in high demand.
Why the LOOP Tour is different from a traditional pop concert
The tour's name directly refers to Sheeran's distinctive way of performing. Instead of every song relying on a standard backing band, he records short sections of guitar, percussion on the body of the instrument, rhythm and vocals in front of the audience, then layers them one over another. The audience does not merely listen to a finished song but watches how its concert version is created.
There is often one performer with a guitar on stage, but the sound gradually grows to the level needed for tens of thousands of people. Faster songs gain a powerful rhythmic drive, while ballads leave room for the voice and lyrics.
Previous LOOP Tour concerts have used two performance points and extensive video production to reduce the feeling of distance in a large venue. Reports from performances in Australia and the beginning of the North American leg describe a concert that moves between solo looping, acoustic sections, conversations with the audience and larger production-driven finales. The exact song order, duration and stage elements in Las Vegas have not been confirmed in advance, so previous performances should be viewed as a guide rather than a promised set list.
Old hits and the new chapter of the album Play
The LOOP Tour supports the album "Play", released on September 12, 2025, as Sheeran's eighth studio album. After closing the series of albums named after mathematical symbols, "Play" opens a new phase of his work. The material combines his familiar singer-songwriter foundation with influences from Indian and Persian musical culture and connections to the Irish folk tradition.
"Sapphire" and "Azizam" present the album's more pronounced rhythmic and globally colored side, while "Old Phone" and "Camera" return to more intimate storytelling. The album reached the top of the UK chart, giving Sheeran his ninth number-one album in the United Kingdom. More important for concert audiences is that the new songs are not separated from the old catalog: performances on the tour so far have connected them with songs from the eras of the albums "+", "x", "Γ·", "=" and "-".
A recent performance in Denver included a combination of songs from the album "Play", major radio hits, earlier fan favorites and several songs selected at the audience's request. Las Vegas may follow a similar dramatic structure, but the requested selections and individual positions in the program change from city to city. It is precisely this variability that gives longtime fans a reason not to expect only a collection of the greatest hits.
Three guests with different shades of modern pop
Myles Smith, Sigrid and Aaron Rowe have been confirmed to perform at Allegiant Stadium. Their styles connect well with Sheeran's audience, but each brings a different rhythm to the evening.
- Myles Smith builds songs on a blend of folk-pop, acoustic guitar and big choruses. "Stargazing" and "Nice To Meet You" introduced him to a broad international audience, and his debut album "My Mess, My Heart, My Life" was released ahead of the summer portion of the tour.
- Sigrid brings Scandinavian pop with clear melodies, an energetic synth-pop rhythm and songs such as "Strangers" and "Don't Kill My Vibe". Her performance should be the most electronic part of the opening program.
- Aaron Rowe represents a more intimate singer-songwriter direction. The songs "Hey Ma", "Drawing The Line" and "Please Don't Hate Me" rely on vocals, personal lyrics and an acoustic foundation that naturally leads into Sheeran's portion of the evening.
The order and individual performance times of the guests are not listed in the event schedule. Because the program begins as early as 5:30 p.m., visitors who want to hear all the guests should plan to enter before the start rather than arrive at the time they expect Sheeran to appear. It is worth securing tickets in good time.
Allegiant Stadium as an enclosed concert arena of stadium size
Allegiant Stadium is located west of the Las Vegas Strip at 3333 Al Davis Way. It opened in 2020 and accommodates about 65,000 visitors. It is fully enclosed and air-conditioned, which is especially important for a summer event in the desert climate of Las Vegas: most of the concert experience takes place away from direct heat, although walking, waiting and returning after the concert still need to be planned carefully.
Large screens and separate performance points can bring the details of the performance closer to the more distant stands, while communal singing during songs such as "Perfect" or "Shape of You" gains the fullness of a stadium. Quieter songs, however, may be more sensitive to echoes and audience conversations.
The stadium does not allow re-entry. After passing security and entering the event area, it is not possible to leave and return with the same ticket. The venue is also cashless, so parking, food and drinks are paid for by card or mobile payment.
Key times and entry rules
- Parking lots open at 3:30 p.m.
- Stadium gates open at 4:30 p.m.
- The program begins at 5:30 p.m.
- Clear bags may be no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, approximately 30.5 x 15.2 x 30.5 centimeters.
- A small non-transparent clutch or wallet may be no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches, approximately 11.4 x 16.5 x 5.1 centimeters.
- Hard bottles and cans are not permitted, while an empty soft-sided water bottle is allowed.
- Parking in areas managed by the stadium requires a parking permit secured in advance, and the parking lots do not allow re-entry.
Rules may change depending on the event, so it is worth checking them again immediately before departure. Special attention should be paid to the bag: going to a storage facility after arrival may mean additional walking and lost time during the hottest part of the day.
How to get there from the Las Vegas Strip area
The stadium is near the southern part of the Strip and less than five kilometers from Harry Reid International Airport. For many visitors staying in hotels around Mandalay Bay and Luxor, the simplest option may be to walk across Hacienda Bridge. The stadium identifies this route as the best pedestrian access from Las Vegas Boulevard, with the possibility that the bridge may be closed to vehicle traffic on certain event days.
Walking is practical because it avoids some of the congestion after the concert, but the summer heat changes the perception of distance. Water, light clothing, sun protection and enough time should be planned even though the stadium itself is air-conditioned. The greatest congestion on pedestrian corridors usually occurs immediately after the program ends, when a large number of people return toward the Strip at the same time.
When arriving by vehicle, it is important to select a parking lot in advance and check the entrance route. A parking permit is valid for the designated zone, and drivers who try to enter through the wrong approach may be redirected. The rideshare zone is located in Lot N on Dean Martin Drive, north of the stadium. Taxis and general drop-offs have a separate area near Diablo Drive and Procyon Street.
Public transportation can reduce the need to drive to the stadium. The Deuce bus operates along Las Vegas Boulevard, and the nearest stop for pedestrian access is near Mandalay Bay and Hacienda Bridge. After the concert, waiting time should be expected because of the high demand for buses, taxis and rideshare services.
How to organize the evening without missing the opening performances
The opening of the parking lots at 3:30 p.m. and the gates at 4:30 p.m. leaves one hour until the program begins. It makes sense to use that schedule in full. Security screening, checking the digital ticket, finding the section and buying food may take time, especially when a large portion of the audience arrives during the final thirty minutes.
The most practical plan is to have the ticket available on a fully charged phone, know the gate and section number, and arrange a meeting point with the group. Because the stadium does not allow re-entry, everything needed should be brought within the permitted rules.
The 5:30 p.m. start applies to the entire event, not necessarily to Sheeran's appearance. Three guests mean that the energy will build gradually, from singer-songwriter songs to more dance-oriented pop and the main stadium set. Visitors who come only for the biggest hits may miss performers whose style directly connects with Sheeran's musical world.
Ticket sales for this event are underway.
Who will find the concert especially appealing
Longtime fans receive a career overview that does not end with the best-known singles. The changing portion of the program and songs from the album "Play" create room for deeper cuts, while newer listeners receive enough recognizable choruses to follow the evening without knowing the entire discography.
The concert is especially appealing to fans of acoustic pop, modern folk-pop and large communal choruses. The loop pedal is not a hidden addition but a visible part of the performance: the audience follows how a multilayered song grows out of a single rhythm and how the arrangement returns once again to voice and guitar.
For audiences expecting a traditionally choreographed pop show with a large dance ensemble, the emphasis will be different. The LOOP Tour is based on the relationship between the performer, the instrument and the audience, while the production serves to make that relationship visible throughout the stadium. The strongest moments may come from a simple ballad, an unexpected audience request or the moment when tens of thousands of voices take over the chorus.
Final checks before departure
Before leaving, the opening times, traffic instructions, digital ticket and bag rules should be checked again. The event lasts one day, so the ticket is valid only for the stated date and time. Because of the three opening performers, the early schedule and possible traffic restrictions around the stadium, arriving immediately before 5:30 p.m. carries unnecessary risk.
It is also useful to decide in advance how to return. The walking route toward the Strip may be simpler than waiting for a vehicle, but only if footwear, temperature and distance have been realistically taken into account. Those using rideshare services should follow the marked zone in Lot N, while drivers must remain within the rules of their parking area until their final departure.
Sources:
- Allegiant Stadium - date, parking lot and gate opening times, program start and confirmed guests.
- Allegiant Stadium - capacity, air-conditioned enclosed venue, address, transportation, parking and payment rules.
- Allegiant Stadium A-Z Guide and First Time Guests - rules for bags, bottles and re-entry.
- Ed Sheeran North America - the position of Las Vegas in the LOOP Tour schedule.
- Atlantic Records - context of the album "Play", the new career phase and musical influences.
- Official Charts - the release date of the album "Play" and its result on the UK chart.
- Phoenix New Times - the experience from the beginning of the North American leg of the tour.
- The Guardian - the use of the loop pedal, performance points and the changing portion of the program.
- setlist.fm - an overview of the recent Denver performance as a guide, not as confirmation of the Las Vegas set list.