Las Vegas Grand Prix: Formula One Experiences Without a Race Ticket
If you’re in Las Vegas during Formula One weekend but don’t have a ticket to the race, there are still plenty of ways to soak up the action, atmosphere, and excitement. Here’s a guide to the top F1-themed experiences, events, and shopping opportunities around town:
F1 Arcade at Caesars Forum Shops New to the Strip, the F1 Arcade offers an immersive racing experience with 87 full-motion simulators, including the Las Vegas Grand Prix track. The venue features global cuisine, a craft beverage program, and is open to all ages until 7 p.m. (21+ afterward). On Grand Prix weekend, the Arcade hosts a watch party (Nov. 22) with bottomless drinks, appetizers, unlimited sim racing, and live entertainment for $295. The third-floor terrace may give guests the chance to hear (and possibly glimpse) the real race as cars speed by.
Encore Players Lounge at Wynn Las Vegas Test your pit crew skills in the Red Bull Pit Stop Challenge, view Michael Schumacher memorabilia, and see F1 and supercars on display, including a 1997 Ferrari F310B. The lounge is open Wednesday through Nov. 23.
The Cosmopolitan An official MoneyGram Haas F1 Team car and memorabilia are on display through Nov. 23. Meet drivers Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman and team principal Ayao Komatsu. The lobby features F1-themed digital art and a collection of race helmets decorated by local artists. Artist Armin Flossdorf will create live race-themed art through Nov. 24.
Williams Racing at New York-New York The Atlassian Williams Racing team hosts a free interactive fan zone on the Brooklyn Bridge, with F1 cars, simulators, games, and team member appearances, open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Nov. 22.
Mercedes Race Experience at Aria See a show car, race simulators, team merchandise, and more in the lobby. Carlos Sainz hosts The Smooth Operator Dance Lounge at Alibi Lounge, open 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. through Nov. 23.
Guenther Steiner at Palms The former Haas F1 team principal offers a free Q&A and behind-the-scenes stories at 11 a.m. Nov. 22 in Kaos at the Palms.
Shoey Bar at Palms Re-create the classic racing celebration by drinking from a shoe or an inverted F1 helmet. Open noon to 10 p.m., Nov. 20-22 in the Fountain Courtyard.
Cavallino at Le Cirque, Bellagio Experience Ferrari’s legendary Maranello eatery, Cavallino, with a takeover at Le Cirque from Wednesday through Nov. 22.
F1-Themed Shopping
F1 Las Vegas Hub at The Venetian Shop exclusive merchandise collaborations with Disney, Lego, Hello Kitty, BAPE, Malbon Golf, the Golden Knights, and more. Open daily through Dec. 6 near the Waterfall Atrium.
Wynn Las Vegas A Grand Prix pop-up store is open in the Encore Theater rotunda through Nov. 23.
Ferrari Boutique at Bellagio Exclusive Ferrari apparel is available daily through Dec. 31.
AllSaints at The Cosmopolitan Test your reflexes on a racing simulator and Batak reaction machine, and browse the AllSaints x Williams Racing collection at 1 p.m. Wednesday.
Enchanté Pop-Up at The Cosmopolitan Daniel Ricciardo’s lifestyle brand Enchanté is open noon to 10 p.m. through Nov. 22, with scheduled appearances by Ricciardo.
Whether you want to race on simulators, meet drivers, enjoy themed parties, or shop for limited-edition F1 gear, Las Vegas offers a full-throttle Formula One experience beyond the track.