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LL Cool J announces first Las Vegas residency for 2027

The rapper has scheduled 11 performances at Dolby Live Park across May and July, with general ticket sales opening November 2, 2026.

By Priya Ramanathan

Microphone on a concert stage under spotlights
Photo: Just Jared

LL Cool J has announced an 11-show engagement in Las Vegas, his first residency in the city. Titled Rock the Bells: The Residency, it is scheduled to open at Dolby Live Park on May 15, 2027, with performances continuing through July.

The planned production will combine the rapper’s hits with storytelling and appearances by special guests. Every performance is scheduled for 8 p.m.

Five May performances are scheduled: May 15, May 16, May 19, May 21 and May 22. The six July shows are set for July 9, July 10, July 11, July 14, July 16 and July 17.

Citi cardmembers can access a ticket presale through Citi Entertainment beginning October 30 at 10 a.m. PT. A separate presale opens October 31 at 10 a.m. PT for artist fans, MGM Rewards members and customers of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. All presales close November 1 at 10 p.m. PT.

General ticket sales through Ticketmaster begin at 10 a.m. PT on November 2, 2026.

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