LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas has long been a hub for motorsports, with semi-annual NASCAR races, popular car shows and racing attractions offered throughout the destination. With many racing events scheduled to take place this November—including the inaugural FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX—the month has been designated Speed Season throughout the destination.
The celebration is just a portion of the racetrack action Las Vegas offers, as the calendar is jam-packed with adrenaline-pumping events that attract motorsports enthusiasts from all over the world.
Speed Season Events
- SEMA Show features thousands of product innovations from new and iconic exhibitors at the Las Vegas Convention Center Monday, Oct. 30 to Friday, Nov. 3. While the event is strictly a trade show, enthusiasts can purchase “SEMA Friday Experience” badges, allowing access on Friday, Nov. 3.
- Combining motorsports with music, SEMA Fest takes place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds Friday, Nov. 3 and Saturday, Nov. 4. Rock bands Imagine Dragons and Incubus lead a long list of top-tier talent that will perform at the event, which also features ride-and-drive activations, a freestyle motocross show, a drifting display, off-road demonstrations and a consumer marketplace.
- Low-suspension motor masterpieces will be on display at the Original Lowrider Experience Las Vegas Extravaganza at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Saturday, Nov. 4. The event also features vendors and a concert with headliners B-Real of rap metal band Cypress Hill and R&B/funk band One Way featuring Al Hudson.
- Mecum Auctions Las Vegas returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center Thursday, Nov. 9 to Saturday, Nov. 11. A collection of impressive automobiles—from vintage muscle cars to a custom pickup and a historic Ford from the 1930s—will be up for bidding and the event also features a Mecum Merchandise Shop, road art and a Dodge Thrill Ride.
- The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas puts some of the finest automobiles in the world on display to be judged at this annual event, held at the Wynn Las Vegas Golf Club Friday, Nov. 10 to Sunday, Nov. 12. Events include the Concours d’Elegance, featuring pre- and post-war vehicles; Hypercars, featuring supercars with sleek design; Concept and Culture, featuring rare and limited-production cars; and Electric/Alternative Fuel Vehicles, featuring cutting-edge and eco-friendly automobiles.
- The inaugural FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX takes place Thursday, Nov. 16 to Saturday, Nov. 18. Formula 1 cars will speed right through the Las Vegas Strip, weaving past iconic landmarks and dazzling casino resorts. The race weekend also features entertainment from J Balvin, Mark Ronson, Blue Man Group and more.
Year-Round Motorsports Events
- Drag racing enthusiasts can look forward to the NHRA Nevada Nationals, being held at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Thursday, Oct. 26 to Sunday, Oct. 29.
- Over 2,000 motorcycles will be up for bidding at the Mecum Vintage & Antique Motorcycle Auction, taking place at South Point Hotel & Casino from Wednesday, Jan. 24 to Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024.
- Spring NASCAR Weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, held each March, features the Victoria’s Voice Foundation 200 on Friday, March 1, 2024; the NASCAR Xfinity Series on Saturday, March 2, 2024; and the main event Pennzoil 400 on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
- Fall NASCAR Weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, held each October, offers fans a chance to watch some of the sport’s playoff action. The most recent installment included the Star Nursery 150 ARCA Menards Series West, the Alsco Uniforms 302 NASCAR Xfinity Series and the main event South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series.
Thrilling Motorsports Experiences
- Visitors can get behind the wheel of exotic supercars at SPEEDVEGAS, a 100-acre motorsports complex with a Formula 1-inspired racetrack featuring 12 sweeping turns, 15-degree bank turns, 60 feet of elevation change and a half-mile straightaway. Cars offered include models from Porsche, Lamborghini, McLaren and more.
- Dream Racing Las Vegas offers opportunities to experience driving on the world-famous Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where countless NASCAR drivers have proven their skills. Cars offered include models from Maserati, Ferrari, Corvette and more.
- Las Vegas Off Road Experience offers a thrilling experience behind the wheel and off the track. Offerings include professional race trucks, dune buggies, Polaris RZRs and more.
- Visitors looking for a family-friendly approach to the racetrack can enjoy some go-karting at Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix. The attraction also features rides, slides, games and an arcade.
More information about Speed Season, including a full list of events, can be found here.
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ABOUT THE LVCVA
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