Backstreet Boys to close 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix at Sphere
The pop group will headline the first official Formula 1 afterparty, a move that ties their current residency to the race weekend.
By Rebecca Kaminski ·
The Backstreet Boys will headline the inaugural official Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Afterparty at Sphere on Nov. 21. This performance marks the first time the venue has hosted the race's designated post-event celebration, adding a major music component to the motorsports schedule in Las Vegas.
The concert follows the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, which is scheduled for the same night. Organizers have positioned the event as a signature addition to the weekend, allowing fans to continue the celebration immediately after the race. The announcement integrates the group's current presence in the city with the international sporting event.
The pairing continues the group's successful run at Sphere, where their "Into the Millennium" residency has faced strong demand since its launch. Originally planned as a limited engagement, the production has been extended multiple times through summer 2026 after a series of sellouts. The immersive show features the group's "Millennium" album and other career hits, leveraging the venue's audiovisual technology.
This collaboration reflects Las Vegas' strategy of blending world-class motorsports with large-scale entertainment. By linking a major pop residency to a marquee F1 event, the city aims to attract a wider global audience. The move expands the entertainment lineup surrounding the Grand Prix, which is one of Formula 1's most prominent annual dates.
Tickets and hospitality packages are now available through the Las Vegas Grand Prix organizers. These options include afterparty add-ons for eligible race attendees. The performance extends the group's long-running presence in Las Vegas while strengthening the local reputation for pairing major sporting events with headline entertainment.
Source: WXXX
