Survey Shows Most Locals Want Formula 1 To Stay In Las Vegas For The Long Term
I don’t know if I necessarily believe a new study that’s come out today. It’s regarding Formula 1, and it’s continued presence in our city of Las Vegas.
According to an article from FOX 5, officials from the Las Vegas Gran Prix say that the majority of locals — 52.8% — like the idea of Formula 1 returning to our city for the long run.
It’s all based on a survey that was conducted by The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. In the survey, they asked 6,000 individuals questions about the race. And their findings shocked me, if I’m being honest!
Over half of the people surveyed said they wouldn’t mind if the race just became a normal annual thing.
Formula 1 Was An Economic Success
Listen, there’s no denying that last year’s race should be considered a success. A massive one, actually. It brought a ton of money into our local economy. But I also can’t help but think of all the negative comments we were hearing (and seeing) in our comments during the lead up to the race. Seriously, I don’t know of anyone who was excited about all of the traffic and construction that came with the race too.
My wife, who works on Las Vegas Boulevard, couldn’t stand it. She already leaves for work early, but during the height of the construction, it was adding well over an hour to her daily commute. According to their survey, she wasn’t alone. Two out of three drivers say they experienced some level of disruption to their commute due to road closures tied to the event.
There is some GREAT news though. Looking ahead, they say that preparations for the Grand Prix will be considerably streamlined. They also noted that construction will be sliced from nine months to just three.
The survey also reminds us of how many people came to town and how lucrative the event was for our local economy. Last year’s race estimated about 145,000 unique visitors. And it’s reported that they spent an average of $4,000 per person. If that sounds like a lot, it’s because it is. 3.6 times more than the average Las Vegas tourist.
Formula 1 Is Here To Stay
Love it or hate it, the race is here to stay. This year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is scheduled for Nov. 21, 22 and 23. You can secure your 2024 deposit HERE.
6 Things That Are "Normal" In Las Vegas But Not Anywhere Else
No Last Call
Las Vegas is a 24/7 city. Most bars here do not have a last call. You can drink as long as they are serving liquor.
“You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here.”
Open Drinking On The Strip / DTLV
In Vegas you can carry and drink alcohol outside on the Las Vegas Strip and on Fremont Street Experience. Many other cities this is a big no-no.
Drinking outside on the Las Vegas Strip.
Gambling Room In Grocery Stores
Most grocery stores may have a coffee shop of some kind but does yours have a gambling hall or room? Some of Vegas’ older grocery stores have areas where locals and visitors over 21+ can gamble.
Groceries and Gambling
Watching Movies / Go Bowling At Casino
Many other cities have their own buildings for movie theaters and bowling allies. Vegas has a few separately owned movie theaters but the majority of them are in casinos or malls. All of the bowling lanes are located inside casinos, bars or concert halls.
Casino and movies – two birds with one stone.
Open Gas Stations In The AM Hours
Many gas stations, not all, stay open in Vegas and don’t close. You can walk in buy alcohol, a Gatorade or a Snickers Bar at 3 p.m. and 3 a.m.
Early AM hours – Open for service!
Certain Restaurants / Chains
Pinkbox Doughnuts is only in Las Vegas kind of… They have one location in St. George, Utah, but that’s close enough. They have 10 locations in total across the Vegas Valley.
The Peppermill Las Vegas is a staple restaurant with great tasting American Food. The restaurant been featured on CSI: Vegas.
Circle joys in a box.
