New Sphere to Be Built at National Harbor Near Washington, DC

Consequence of Sound • January 19, 2026 • nation

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Sphere Entertainment plans to build a second US-based Sphere venue at National Harbor near Washington, DC, with a smaller capacity of about 6,000 seats compared to the 20,000-seat Las Vegas Sphere.
The National Harbor Sphere will feature advanced technology including an Exosphere made of LED panels, a 16K x 16K interior display, immersive sound, haptic seating, and 4D environmental effects.
Funding for the project will combine public and private sources, with around $200 million in state, local, and private incentives, pending final approvals from Prince George’s County and Maryland.
The project is expected to create approximately 2,500 construction jobs and 4,750 operational jobs, generating an