The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
The original purpose-built Strip residency theater — opened for Celine Dion's A New Day... and now home to Adele, Garth Brooks, and Jennifer Lopez.
Capacity
4,296
Opened
2003
Operator
Caesars Entertainment
Verified for 2026
1 primary source cited
Last reviewed
April 2026
Re-check
Bi-weekly
We don't publish specific tour dates here because they change too frequently to verify reliably — see the official ticketing link below for current bookings.
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What The Colosseum at Caesars Palace Is Known For
The Colosseum at Caesars Palace was built specifically to house Celine Dion's A New Day... residency, which opened in 2003 and ran for nearly five years. The 4,296-seat theater set the template for the modern Vegas residency model and has since hosted the longest, highest-grossing residencies in Vegas history. Built into the heart of Caesars Palace, the Colosseum is the most historically significant residency theater on the Strip.
What it programs
Multi-night residencies and limited engagements by major pop, country, and rock artists. Run lengths range from short engagements to multi-year residencies.
Planning a Trip Around The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Who this venue works for and the practical details that affect how you plan.
Best for
- +Couples
- +Travelers who want the historic Vegas residency experience
- +Caesars Palace guests
- +Center-Strip-based travelers (Caesars is right at the Bellagio crossroads)
Practical considerations
- •Located inside Caesars Palace — give yourself extra time to navigate the property
- •Center-Strip location is the most walkable of the major residency theaters
- •Premium ticket holders get expedited entry through dedicated lines
- •Pedestrian bridge to Bellagio for fountain views before your show
Resident hotel
Caesars Palace — staying here means zero transportation to the venue.
The original Vegas luxury icon — and still the host of more legendary moments than any other Strip property.
Notable Acts
Historical and current acts that have played The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. We frame these evergreen — for current bookings, use the official ticketing link below.
Celine Dion — A New Day... (2003-2007) and Celine (2011-2019), the original Vegas residency phenomenon
Elton John — The Million Dollar Piano (2011-2018)
Rod Stewart
Mariah Carey
Adele — Weekends With Adele (2022-2024, extended into 2026)
Garth Brooks — Garth Brooks/Plus ONE
Jennifer Lopez
Usher
Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets are sold via Caesars Entertainment's ticketing page and Ticketmaster. Adele's Weekends With Adele has historically been the hardest ticket on the Strip — verify resale options for sold-out runs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
What is the capacity of The Colosseum at Caesars Palace?
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The Colosseum at Caesars Palace has a capacity of 4,296. Source: Caesars Palace — The Colosseum (official).
When did The Colosseum at Caesars Palace open?
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The Colosseum at Caesars Palace opened in 2003. Source: Caesars Palace — The Colosseum (official).
Who has performed at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace?
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The Colosseum at Caesars Palace has hosted: Celine Dion — A New Day... (2003-2007) and Celine (2011-2019), the original Vegas residency phenomenon; Elton John — The Million Dollar Piano (2011-2018); Rod Stewart; Mariah Carey; Adele — Weekends With Adele (2022-2024, extended into 2026); Garth Brooks — Garth Brooks/Plus ONE. And 2 more notable acts. For current bookings, see the venue's official ticketing page.
How do I buy tickets to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace?
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Tickets are sold via Caesars Entertainment's ticketing page and Ticketmaster. Adele's Weekends With Adele has historically been the hardest ticket on the Strip — verify resale options for sold-out runs.
What hotel is closest to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace?
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The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is at or attached to Caesars Palace — staying there means you don't need transportation to the venue. Other walkable nearby hotels depend on the venue's location on the Strip.