BELLAGIO FOUNTAIN CLUB TO DEBUT ‘FOUNTAIN WALK BY MGM COLLECTION WITH MARRIOTT BONVOY’ DURING
2024 LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX RACE WEEK
New Entertainment District for Bellagio Fountain Club Features Runway of Interactive
Experiences to Play, Drink and Win a Variety of Las Vegas Prizes
Bellagio Fountain Club is elevating its VIP race experience for the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix with the introduction of Fountain Walk – an exclusive entertainment row sponsored by MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy taking place November 21-23. Situated steps from the iconic Fountains of Bellagio and the racetrack, top brands in racing, spirits, hospitality and attractions are coming together to create an interactive lineup of fun experiences, transforming Bellagio’s main drive into a vibrant hub of activations for Bellagio Fountain Club guests.
“Las Vegas is the entertainment and sports capital of the world, and we embrace the opportunity to elevate our programming at Bellagio Fountain Club for the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix,” said Andrew Lanzino, MGM Resorts’ Vice President of Citywide Events Strategy. “Along with adding new experiences inside the luxurious hospitality venue, we’re expanding the experiential footprint beyond the physical structure, immersing guests in endless entertainment the moment they step through the gates.”
Fountain Walk by MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy Highlights:
· Las Vegas: Unlocked by MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy: MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy is showcasing the ways it unlocks benefits for millions of members during race weekend with a premium lounge experience. Throughout the weekend, guests will select a key to a dazzling wall of doors, each concealing a surprise – ranging from world-famous Vegas shows and dinners at top Strip restaurants to passes to the exclusive Bellagio Fountain Club offering the best views of the action. This one-of-a-kind experience will immerse guests in the offerings from MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy and the incredible benefits this powerhouse relationship brings to the Las Vegas Strip and beyond.
· Las Vegas Grand Prix: The Las Vegas Grand Prix is putting fans to the test with its “Pit Stop Challenge,” the ultimate experience to see who has the chops to be a part of a racing team. Fans will test their speed and precision as part of a pit crew handling authentic racing equipment the pros use. The activation features authentic equipment including Pirelli Tires, powered pit guns, full PPE and a stopwatch timer.
· Swingers Crazy Golf: Guests can step into a 1920s countryside-inspired putting activation created by Swingers Las Vegas, the new crazy golf club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. This boutique experience captures the fun of Swingers’ iconic, whimsical courses, featuring a playful “Ring for Golf” surprise hidden within a garden wall. Then, it’s on to testing their luck, where guests can putt into a Vegas-inspired roulette wheel for their chance to win a variety of prizes to be redeemed at Swingers Las Vegas. Prizes include a free round of crazy golf, food, frozen cocktails, a Swingers Carnival gameplay card and much more.
· Beam Suntory: Spirits aficionados can slide into a Tachinomi pop-up inspired by modern Japanese standing bars. This experience will focus on the House of Suntory’s samples of Japanese Highballs, a refreshing drink featuring the gentle smokiness and fresh herbal notes of Hakushu Whisky served in a large glass of ice.
· Memento: Known for its distinctive racing-inspired retail, Memento will offer signed Grand Prix memorabilia and re-engineered race car materials repurposed to functional decor and everyday items. Additionally, fans can get into the action with a real racecar simulator that places the user in a show-stopping car frame.
· Bodyarmor Flash I.V.: Bodyarmor will offer guests an opportunity to recharge and reenergize for the night’s events with their Flash I.V. rapid rehydration electrolyte beverage in a race-inspired custom space. An on-site DJ also will offer race fans a live entertainment experience.
· Hyperice: The “Recovery Lounge” by Hyperice will offer guests a specialized premium pop-up recovery area tailored to Las Vegas Grand Prix race fans worldwide.
· Remy Martin/Maceoo: Featuring the “Botanist Tasting Bar,” Remy Martin’s Botanist Islay Dry Gin will be represented with a tasting bar that introduces race fans to their signature 22 botanical recipe and unique distillation process. Meanwhile, Maceoo will offer race fans a pop-up display featuring merchandise from its wide array of retail lines.
· Heineken: Heineken will give race fans the opportunity to capture a photo with free-standing assets including a custom “Las Vegas / Heineken Silver” sign and swing arch.
Additional New Grand Prix Experiences for 2024
· Bellagio Fountain Club’s Hub of Culinary Legends: Bellagio Fountain Club is bringing together one of the most heralded collections of culinary talents, including several legends who are new to the Las Vegas dining scene. Mario Carbone; David Chang; Alain Ducasse; Masaharu Morimoto; Jean-Georges Vongerichten; Yannick Alleno; Nyesha Arrington; Wolfgang Puck; Michael Mina; Christina Tosi; Bricia Lopez; Olivia Tiedemann; TJ Steele; Akira Back; Mark, Donnie and Paul Wahlberg; and Michael and Bryan Voltaggio will rotate throughout the weekend preparing new and limitless selections of fine-dining delights.
· Bellagio Fountain Club’s Rooftop Party: The top level of the Bellagio Fountain Club will turn into the hottest party on the track with Red Bull entertainment featured on the north rooftop and the Tao Group Hospitality Skydeck on the south rooftop. Elevated and exclusive experiences await race fans with unobstructed views of the race and the iconic Fountains, including VIP bottle service, race simulators, DJ entertainment, special performances nightly, and much more, all perched above the Las Vegas Strip. For tickets and tables on the south side, visit TGH Skydeck Reservations.
· Carlos Sainz’s ’Smooth Operator’ Dance Lounge at ARIA: The charismatic Grand Prix driver will bring his moves from the track to grooves at ARIA with the debut of his party at ALIBI Ultra Lounge. Open to the public November 20-23 from 2 p.m. – 2 a.m., the party promises an electrifying playlist inspired by Sainz who will make a special appearance celebrating with fans steps from the track.
· Boulevard Watch Party at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: The Cosmopolitan is elevating race weekend with The Boulevard Experience, a souped-up watch party atop the Boulevard Pool. New for this year’s race, the event will deliver an alternative race-watching experience highlighted by closed-circuit viewing of the live Las Vegas Grand Prix TV feed. The festivities will take place within a high-energy atmosphere just above the circuit featuring Jefferson’s Bourbon Outpost experience, exclusive race weekend merchandise and curated F&B offerings throughout the weekend.
Bellagio Fountain Club packages include three-day event tickets and accommodations within MGM Resorts’ premier portfolio of rooms and suites, all walking distance from the circuit. Guests can book their experience via Bellagio Fountain Club Packages.
Bellagio Fountain Club joins a robust roster of activations and events throughout MGM Resorts International’s properties, designed to entertain fans leading up to and during race weekend. For additional information, visit Full Throttle: Race Week at MGM Resorts.
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