Nowhere does Formula 1 quite like Vegas does. Under the glow of the Strip’s neon skyline, the Las Vegas Grand Prix turns the city into a high-octane playground where speed, spectacle and showtime collide in the most thrilling way. The circuit slices through the heart of Vegas, racing past iconic landmarks and creates an atmosphere that is charged with colour, noise and, yes, pure adrenaline.
The newest circuit on the Formula 1 calendar, and the third and final American race of the season, the Las Vegas Strip Circuit is adored by drivers and fans as its long straights and fast corners make for dramatic night racing. But with superstar entertainment, immersive Fanzones and the city’s legendary food and nightlife, the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix delivers a festival experience that only Vegas can. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s on at the track this weekend…
Formula 1 Schedule
All times local – Pacific Time Zone (PT), UTC−8
Thursday, 20 November
First Practice: 1630–1730
Second Practice: 2000–2100
Friday, 21 November
Third Practice: 1630–1730
Qualifying Session: 2000–2100
Saturday, 22 November
Drivers’ Parade: 1800–1830
2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix: 2000–2200
F1 ACADEMY Schedule
The F1 ACADEMY series finale takes place in Las Vegas, with Doriane Pin and Maya Weug locked in a tight title fight. Here are the times so you don’t miss a session!
All times local – Pacific Time Zone (PT), UTC−8
Thursday, 20 November
Free Practice: 1800–1840
Qualifying: 2130–2200
Friday, 21 November
Race 1: 1815–1850
Saturday, 22 November
Race 2: 1620–1655
Live Entertainment
It would not be a Las Vegas race weekend without world-class entertainment. Across the Strip, headline performers, DJs, dancers, and immersive stage shows keep the energy high both before and after the on-track action.
Whether you’re enjoying music at the Sphere, dancing the night away at the East Harmon Zone, or checking out one of the many pop-up stages throughout the venue, fans should take advantage of the hectic afternoon till night schedule that Vegas provides.
Thursday, 20 November
T-Mobile Zone at Sphere
Cassian (DJ/House): 1730
ZEDD (EDM/House): 1850
East Harmon Zone by Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
BANDABBA (Live Band/Funk Pop): 1850
The Power of 3 (Live Band): 2100
Friday, 21 November
T-Mobile Zone at Sphere
Balu Brigada (Indie Pop): 1540
Lauv (Pop/Electropop): 1730
mgk (Pop Punk/Rap Rock): 1850
East Harmon Zone by Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Jabbawockeez (Dance/Performance Group): 1730
Awakening (Theatrical/Immersive Show): 1820
Dillon Francis (EDM/Moombahton): 1850
Saturday, 22 November
T-Mobile Zone at Sphere
Cimafunk (Afro-Cuban Funk): 1515
SOFI TUKKER(Electronic/House Pop): 1655
T-Pain (Hip Hop/RnB): 1830
East Harmon Zone by Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Jazzy (Dance/Electronic): 1515
Shaggy (Reggae Fusion): 1655
The Grand Prix Plaza Zone will feature a packed lineup of family friendly entertainment, with Piff the Magic Dragon (Comedy Magic), Mat Franco (Magic), and Colin Cloud (Mentalism) bringing humour, illusion, and mind-reading to fans of all ages.
Saturday’s Grid Gigs will dial up the energy with live performances from Louis Tomlinson (Pop), Kane Brown (Country Pop), VAVO (House/Electronic), DJ Pee Wee (DJ/Club), Steve Aoki (EDM), and Kaskade (House/Progressive EDM), setting an electric atmosphere before lights out.
Access to live entertainment and headline performances depends on your ticket, with ticket types providing entry to only its zone’s entertainment. To access these performances, make sure to check your ticket details carefully.
Fanzones
The 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix features multiple dedicated Fanzones for all those in attendance over the weekend, so give them a visit to take advantage of the immersive racing activities, captivating live performances, and plentiful food and drink options. Here’s what to expect across the main zones.
T-Mobile Zone at Sphere
The T-Mobile Zone is one of the most high-energy areas around the circuit, set right under the dazzling Sphere. There are headline performances to enjoy, along with prizes to be won at the interactive racing activations, and some of the best views of the action.
Live entertainment and DJ sets throughout the weekend
Pit Stop Challenge
F1 SimRacing stations
Augmented reality driver selfie experience
Official F1 and team merchandise stores
Food trucks and drink bars
East Harmon Zone by Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Located alongside the sweeping Harmon straight, this zone blends racing excitement with entertainment and lifestyle experiences. It’s one of the most popular walk-through areas, and features fantastic opportunities for merchandise, photos, and unmissable evening shows!
Live music, dance acts, and theatrical performances
Photo spots and activations themed on the Strip
Merchandise stalls and team gear
Food and drink outlets for quick refuelling
West Harmon Zone
A central hub of trackside energy, the West Harmon Zone offers a wide mix of entertainment, fan engagement, and interesting attractions. There’s plenty to explore, and another chance to grab some exclusive Vegas team merchandise!
Pop-up shows and roving performers
Interactive racing challenges
Family friendly areas
Merchandise kiosks
Variety of food and drink
Grand Prix Plaza Zone
The most family-focused area on the circuit, offering comedy and magic shows alongside relaxed photo areas, casual meet-and-greet moments, and plenty of food and drink options so fans of all ages can enjoy the show that is the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Access
Access to Fanzone areas at the Las Vegas Grand Prix depends on your ticket. Each ticket type includes entry to a specific zone, and your access is limited to that zone’s fan areas. Access to other Fanzones is not included unless specified in your ticket, so check your ticket details carefully.
Food & drink
Food and drink at the Las Vegas Grand Prix lean into the city’s reputation for world-class dining and bold flavours. Across the fan zones, grandstands and hospitality areas, you’ll find rotating menus, signature dishes, elevated service and zone-specific concepts capturing all things Vegas.
In the East Harmon Zone by Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, you’ll find the Flavors of F1 menu, featuring global dishes including paella, tonkotsu ramen, chicken or falafel shawarma and a BBQ pork sandwich to fuel your fun.
At the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere, catering by Wolfgang Puck offers rotating daily dishes such as birria street tacos, Korean fried chicken buckets and short rib grilled cheese on Pullman sourdough to get you through session breaks.
In the Koval Zone by Heineken and the West Harmon Zone, rotating menus provided by Behind the Scenes include items like Cuban-style mojo pulled pork sandwiches, tri tip nachos, ranch chicken sandwiches and Baja bowls.
Grandstands and General Admission ticket holders have access to top quality stalls across the circuit to stay nourished and hydrated throughout, including a selection of signature cocktails such as the Coffee Negroni and the Coco Highball.
Premium hospitality environments give ticket holders the dining experience of a lifetime. The Paddock Club, Wynn Grid Club, and Gordon Ramsay at F1 Garage, provide all-inclusive fine dining menus with live kitchen plating, craft cocktails, champagne and premium wine lists.
