LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A few of the biggest names in Formula 1 will be in Las Vegas this weekend to hype up fans for next year's Las Vegas Grand Prix.
F1 just announced its lineup of drivers for the official Las Vegas Grand Prix Launch Party on Saturday, Nov. 5. They include Lewis Hamilton, Sergio Perez, George Russell, and Alex Albon.
The cards have been dealt. The hand is stacked. See @lewishamilton, @schecoperez, @georgerussell63 & @alex_albon in Vegas at the official @F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Launch Party on November 5 2022.
— F1 Las Vegas (@F1LasVegas) November 2, 2022
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The launch party kicks off at 11 a.m. at Caesars Palace and festivities continue through 11 p.m.
Organizers say the event will include activations and events where racing fans can "witness the power of the cars up close and personal as drivers hit high speeds in front of some of the world's most iconic landmarks."
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A few of the planned activities include the Formula 1 Pit Stop challenge where fans can attempt to swap a Formula 1 car's wheels in under three seconds, plus the Esports Simulators, which offer a chance to race head-to-head on the official Formula 1 game. Organizers also promised car and trophy photo opportunities, augmented reality experiences and other activations.
The first 500 fans at the launch party (provided they are over 21 years old) will receive one complimentary ticket to a private VIP celebration at Caesars Palace Saturday night, where organizers say The Killers will perform.
A schedule of Saturday's events is posted on the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix website.
