TravelGal
05-07-25, 12:58 PM
Continuing the seemingly inexorable march from sport to entertainment. From my agent newsletter today.
Largest F1 experience in North America open in Vegas
A new destination for motorsport fans has opened in the heart of Las Vegas. Spanning 100,000 square feet, the newly launched Formula 1 attraction is located within the 39-acre Las Vegas Grand Prix complex. The entertainment destination offers three main attractions along with multiple event venues designed for high-end gatherings. From Travel Pulse: A 20,000-square-foot journey through the heritage and future of Formula 1, F1 X combines historic artifacts with interactive activations. Guests begin their adventure by creating a Pit Pass and personalized driver profile before diving into the experience’s three key zones:
Learn: Start at the ETC—a broadcast center replica that simulates the action of a live race. From there, guests encounter lifelike holograms of iconic F1 personalities and explore “75 Years of F1,” a walk through the sport’s timeline from 1950 to 2025. Rare items on display include original race cars, helmets, suits and trophies, many of which are being shown in North America for the first time. The “F1 Factory” exhibit highlights engineering advancements, with items like Lando Norris’ 2021 race seat, a unique 2022 McLaren front wing and a 2023 Aston Martin AMR23 replica.
Create: Visitors can customize their own F1 race car in the Design Studio, selecting colors and livery that are then projection-mapped onto a life-size car body—perfect for a photo-op.
*Experience: A hands-on section that puts fans in the driver’s seat. The “Pit Wall Experience” simulates race-day strategy with real-time team communication, while the “Pit Stop Demo” allows guests to try their hand at a tire change using real pit crew tools. The finale is a hyper-realistic “4D Theater” ride through the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, complete with helmet-cam visuals, engine sounds, motion effects and the scent of burning rubber. The experience wraps up in the “Cool Down Room” with branded photo ops and a celebratory podium moment.The social center of the destination, F1 HUB brings fans together for dining, racing simulators, shopping and lounge-style relaxation. No ticket is required to access the store or restaurant.
Fuel & Fork: This sleek eatery offers elevated comfort cuisine ranging from hand-crafted pasta to gourmet sliders and pizzas. Guests can enjoy cocktails while watching race replays on large screens. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations encouraged.
F1 SIMS: Advanced simulators let guests experience pro-level racing with motion technology and immersive audio-visual effects.
F1 HUB Lounge: A stylish setting where guests can sip F1-themed cocktails and watch racing content in a more laid-back environment.
Grand Prix Plaza is open Sunday through Thursday 10 A-10P, and Friday and Saturday 10 A -midnight. See more at
grandprixplaza.com
Grand Prix Plaza is now offering three new private event spaces that will be available to rent year-round.
Largest F1 experience in North America open in Vegas
A new destination for motorsport fans has opened in the heart of Las Vegas. Spanning 100,000 square feet, the newly launched Formula 1 attraction is located within the 39-acre Las Vegas Grand Prix complex. The entertainment destination offers three main attractions along with multiple event venues designed for high-end gatherings. From Travel Pulse: A 20,000-square-foot journey through the heritage and future of Formula 1, F1 X combines historic artifacts with interactive activations. Guests begin their adventure by creating a Pit Pass and personalized driver profile before diving into the experience’s three key zones:
Learn: Start at the ETC—a broadcast center replica that simulates the action of a live race. From there, guests encounter lifelike holograms of iconic F1 personalities and explore “75 Years of F1,” a walk through the sport’s timeline from 1950 to 2025. Rare items on display include original race cars, helmets, suits and trophies, many of which are being shown in North America for the first time. The “F1 Factory” exhibit highlights engineering advancements, with items like Lando Norris’ 2021 race seat, a unique 2022 McLaren front wing and a 2023 Aston Martin AMR23 replica.
Create: Visitors can customize their own F1 race car in the Design Studio, selecting colors and livery that are then projection-mapped onto a life-size car body—perfect for a photo-op.
*Experience: A hands-on section that puts fans in the driver’s seat. The “Pit Wall Experience” simulates race-day strategy with real-time team communication, while the “Pit Stop Demo” allows guests to try their hand at a tire change using real pit crew tools. The finale is a hyper-realistic “4D Theater” ride through the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, complete with helmet-cam visuals, engine sounds, motion effects and the scent of burning rubber. The experience wraps up in the “Cool Down Room” with branded photo ops and a celebratory podium moment.The social center of the destination, F1 HUB brings fans together for dining, racing simulators, shopping and lounge-style relaxation. No ticket is required to access the store or restaurant.
Fuel & Fork: This sleek eatery offers elevated comfort cuisine ranging from hand-crafted pasta to gourmet sliders and pizzas. Guests can enjoy cocktails while watching race replays on large screens. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations encouraged.
F1 SIMS: Advanced simulators let guests experience pro-level racing with motion technology and immersive audio-visual effects.
F1 HUB Lounge: A stylish setting where guests can sip F1-themed cocktails and watch racing content in a more laid-back environment.
Grand Prix Plaza is open Sunday through Thursday 10 A-10P, and Friday and Saturday 10 A -midnight. See more at
grandprixplaza.com
Grand Prix Plaza is now offering three new private event spaces that will be available to rent year-round.