Public Safety · The Strip
Metro Police Outline Security Plans, Glass Bottle Ban and Road Closures for Las Vegas Grand Prix Weekend
Metro police say officers and hundreds of private security workers will cover the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Nov. 19 to 21. Glass bottles are banned along the Strip, and several major roads will close.
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What happened
Formula 1 is returning to the Las Vegas Strip for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which runs November 19 through November 21, KTNV reported. Ahead of the race, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has described how it plans to keep crowds safe. The station said thousands of racing fans are expected in the city for the event.
Because large crowds are expected, Metro is reminding visitors what they need to know before they head out to watch, according to KTNV. The plan covers crowd safety, the flow of people on foot, items banned along the Strip and road closures during race week. Officials told the station that keeping spectators safe is a top priority.
How Metro plans to staff the race
Officers around the track
Undersheriff Andrew Walsh said Metro officers will be posted throughout the track and the surrounding areas, KTNV reported. Hundreds of private security workers will also help monitor the event, according to the station. The report did not say how many police officers are assigned to race weekend.
Why the track enclosures are there
Officials said the barriers and enclosures around the track protect both drivers and spectators and help manage foot traffic. Walsh told KTNV the enclosures "help protect drivers and spectators by preventing items and objects from being thrown onto the track." He said their second purpose is to keep pedestrians moving in an orderly way around the race and the Strip.
Rules for people watching the race
No glass bottles in public areas
Police said glass bottles will not be allowed in public areas along the Strip, KTNV reported. Visitors are being asked to follow the event's safety guidelines. Officials said planning ahead, following posted guidelines and staying aware of your surroundings can help make race weekend safer for everyone.
Reporting suspicious activity
Metro is encouraging anyone who notices suspicious activity to report it to authorities, according to the station. Metro said preparation is key, from crowd management to traffic control, as the city gets ready for another Formula 1 weekend. Readers can follow related coverage in our public safety section.
Road closures during race week
Drivers should expect disruptions. KTNV reported that several major roads will close during race week, though the report did not list which roads or give closure times. Officials encouraged drivers to plan their routes ahead of time and allow extra travel time.
What neighbors near the track say
Some residents who live near the course look forward to the race every year, according to KTNV. One local resident told the station the race "goes right past our house" and called it "really fun." KTNV reported that excitement remains high among people planning to see the event in person, despite the traffic and security preparations. More stories about the valley's communities are on our neighborhoods page.
What to watch next
- The Las Vegas Grand Prix runs November 19 through November 21 on the Las Vegas Strip.
- Several major roads are set to close during race week, and officials urge drivers to plan routes and allow extra travel time.
- Glass bottles will not be allowed in public areas along the Strip during the event.
