Rock & Roll Hall of Fame star Sammy Hagar lit up the stage at the Dolby Live Theater as he began his Park MGM residency. His “Best of All Worlds Stays in Vegas” residency was packed with 5,200- fans singing every lyric with their hands in the air as Hagar, original Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani and legendary drummer Kenny Aronoff tore through a set that was both a tribute to Van Halen’s unmatched legacy and a fiery reminder of Hagar’s own place in rock royalty.

A continuation of their top-grossing “Best of All Worlds” summer tour, which reignited worldwide passion for the Hagar era of Van Halen, the band wasted no time showing why this only in Las Vegas setlist was a masterclass in rock greatness with fan-demanded additions including “Love Walks In,” and “Humans Being,” blended with songs that have become anthems for generations of rock fans like, “Best of Both Worlds,” “Right Now,” “Why Can’t This Be Love,” and “5150.” The debut show was a seamless mix of energy, nostalgia, and the undeniable magic that only Hagar’s crew can deliver.

Hagar began his Park MGM residency on a fever pitch when the band played their new song, “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.” for the first time to start the show. Written as a personal tribute to Hagar’s years with Van Halen and his bond with the late Eddie Van Halen, the track left the crowd chanting for more as Hagar poured raw emotion into every note, accompanied by a killer guitar solo by Satriani.

With a new setlist each night, Hagar digs deep into his catalog, dusting off Van Halen deep cuts, solo anthems, and fan favorites that haven’t been heard live in decades. Following the massive success of the 2024 Best of All Worlds tour, which reignited a worldwide passion for the Hagar era of Van Halen, the Las Vegas residency is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about rock events of the year. Tickets for Hagar’s new Park MGM residency are available now at Ticketmaster.