Rod Stewart’s Encore Shows Prove 15 Years at Caesars Wasn’t Enough

Rod Stewart first took the stage at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in August 2011. Fifteen years later, he’s still filling the room. His original residency, “Rod Stewart: The Hits,” ran for 13 years, spanned more than 200 performances, and grossed over $74 million before wrapping in August 2024. Fan demand brought him right back. “The Encore Shows” launched in 2025, and the next block of dates begins May 27. If you’re browsing las vegas tickets for late May, Rod Stewart starts at $76 on Spotlight.

What Makes This Show Different from the Original Residency

Stewart’s Colosseum production runs with a full 12-piece band and backup vocalists across a stage built for the venue’s intimate 4,100-seat layout. He personally changes the setlist each night, pulling from a 50-year catalog that spans “Maggie May,” “Do You Think I’m Sexy,” “Young Turks,” “Forever Young,” and “Have I Told You Lately.” Deep cuts and surprise covers rotate in alongside the hits. Reviews from the 2025 Encore run highlight the production quality and energy. One October 2025 reviewer described the show as “a Vegas show, not just a concert,” calling the performance sharper than expected for an artist in his 80s. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. and typically run about 90 minutes.

2026 Dates, Pricing, and What’s Still Available

Three May dates are coming up: the 27th, 29th, and 30th. A June block follows on the 2nd, 4th, and 6th. Caesars announced six more August shows (the 18th through 29th) after the spring run drew strong enough demand to extend. On Spotlight, tickets range from $76 to $130 with standard and VIP seating options. The Colosseum puts every seat close to the stage, so even the lower tiers deliver solid sightlines. For anyone comparing music shows las vegas during a late-May trip, Rod Stewart anchors the week at a venue that previously hosted Celine Dion, Elton John, and Adele.

What This Means for Your Vegas Trip

The May 27 through 30 dates fall Tuesday to Saturday, leaving Sunday and Monday open for the rest of your itinerary. Blake Shelton wraps his Colosseum run on May 24 (from $112), and Kelly Clarkson holds residency dates at the same venue (from $89). Jerry Seinfeld also performs at The Colosseum (from $123). A 7:30 p.m. start means dinner beforehand and the rest of the night free. Late May in Las Vegas runs hot, so an indoor evening show at a climate-controlled venue is a practical move. Check the full schedule of live concerts in Las Vegas to plan your nights.

See Rod Stewart at The Colosseum

Fifteen years of Caesars Palace residency shows speak for themselves. Browse Rod Stewart’s Encore Shows dates, choose your seats from the interactive seating map, and lock in tickets from $76 on Spotlight.