Actor Terry Crews and F1 ACADEMY™ driver Nicole Havrda joined forces to launch the 100-day countdown to the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2025 with a lively fan celebration at Grand Prix Plaza yesterday. This event marked a major milestone in the buildup to the highly anticipated race, engaging locals and visitors with numerous activities and announcements tied to the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Countdown.
Highlights from the Exciting Kickoff Celebration
The event featured several standout attractions that captivated attendees, including star appearances, a major community grant award, interactive experiences, and special merchandise releases. Terry Crews, who has been a vocal Formula 1 supporter since last year’s event, used his platform to invite fans, celebrities, and friends to join the upcoming race, while Nicole Havrda connected with fans in person throughout the day.
A prominent feature was the debut of a 15-foot Las Vegas Grand Prix-branded slot machine, where every spin guaranteed a prize ranging from stickers to exclusive race tickets. This slot machine activation will remain open from August 15 through August 17 at the F1® HUB. Additionally, the organizers presented $100,000 in grants distributed among five Southern Nevada nonprofit groups, selected from over 300 nominations. The recipients included Nevada SPCA, SHARE Village Las Vegas, Three Square, Mondays Dark/The Space 2.0, and Communities in Schools of Nevada, each awarded $20,000 to support their missions.
Showcasing Cars, Music, and Family Activities at Grand Prix Plaza
Complementing the festivities was the 100 Nights Until Lights Out Car Show, hosted in partnership with Las Vegas Car Meets. The car show featured 100 vehicles lined along key sections of the race circuit, offering numerous photo opportunities alongside the official Las Vegas Grand Prix show car. Live music energized the crowd from the Las Vegas Grand Prix DJ Helmet Truck, while families enjoyed a scavenger hunt, a kids’ coloring station, and delicious offerings from Fuel & Fork, the event’s dining destination.
Engaging Fans With Immersive Experiences and Exclusive Offers
Fans were granted free access to F1® X, an immersive 4D experience showcasing historic Formula 1 artifacts and interactive exhibits. Alongside the experiential attractions, the official 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix merchandise collection made its debut and was immediately available for purchase at the F1 Hub. The event also marked the public launch of single-day tickets for the 2025 race, now accessible online to encourage wider attendance.
Las Vegas Strip Lights Up to Mark the Countdown
The celebration concluded with a colorful marquee takeover illuminating the Las Vegas Strip, spreading the excitement across major properties including Caesars Entertainment, MGM Resorts, Sphere, Wynn, Virgin Hotels, and Hilton Grand Vacations. This visual spectacle reinforced the city-wide anticipation for what promises to be a spectacular racing event in Southern Nevada.
Implications for the Upcoming Grand Prix and Local Community
The involvement of high-profile figures like Terry Crews and emerging talents like Nicole Havrda underlines the growing appeal and cultural significance of the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The $100,000 grant to local nonprofits highlights the event’s commitment to community engagement beyond the racetrack. As the countdown continues, the combination of fan experiences, charitable support, and city-wide promotions suggests increasing momentum heading into the 2025 race.
“Building on his enthusiasm from last year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, Terry Crews showed his genuine passion for Formula 1 with a dedicated social media push on his own channels. In his posts, he invited fellow celebrities, friends, and fans to join him at this year’s race.”
—F1 Las Vegas PR
“Las Vegas Grand Prix awarded a total of $100,000 to five local nonprofit organizations, each receiving $20,000 to support their missions.”
—F1 Las Vegas PR