Disney and Formula 1 are turning up the spectacle at this year's Las Vegas Grand Prix. Mickey Mouse and other Mickey & Friends will appear on the Strip for a special Disney Live Entertainment performance staged in front of the Fountains of Bellagio during race weekend. Organizers say the multi-season "Fuel the Magic" tie-up kicks off in Las Vegas and will include character appearances, a community day for local kids and a limited-edition merchandise capsule.
The announcement came in a coordinated press release this morning, which lays out the weekend's entertainment lineup — including a one-off Bellagio fountain performance and a Disneyland Band rendition of the national anthem on race day. It also says Mickey & Friends will join a pit‑lane walk ahead of qualifying and that the Fuel the Magic campaign will continue into the 2026 and 2027 F1 seasons. Read the full release via PR Newswire.
What To Expect At The Fountains
The official race site says maestro Mickey Mouse will take the stage in front of the Bellagio Fountains for an immersive music-and-pyro moment designed to draw crowds along the Strip. Select main grandstand ticket packages include a pit‑lane walk with Mickey & Friends and early access to the F1 Hub, blending race‑side access with family-friendly spectacle. Full event details are available at F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Merch, Tickets And Where To Watch
The Disney x Formula 1 merchandise capsule debuts in early November and will be sold on-site at the F1 Las Vegas Hub inside the Venetian beginning Nov. 8, with select items available at DisneyStore.com, according to the Disney Parks Blog. U.S. viewers can also catch the race on ESPN or the ESPN App on Nov. 22, the blog notes.
Local Angle: What This Means For Las Vegas
Organizers added single-day ticket options this year to broaden access for local fans after criticism about expensive multi‑day passes, a shift Hoodline covered in August. On the premium end, MGM Resorts has revived the Bellagio Fountain Club — a three‑day, chef-driven hospitality package perched above the fountains that promises front-row race and fountain views, according to an MGM Resorts release. With construction and lane closures already reshaping traffic on the Strip, the Disney tie‑in stacks another layer of entertainment onto what is already one of the busiest weekends on the calendar.
“The Disney brand represents the power of storytelling, creativity and connection—values that resonate deeply with fans and partners alike worldwide,” Tasia Filippatos said, and Emily Prazer added that the partnership “builds on a shared passion for storytelling, innovation and creating memorable moments.” Both comments appear in the official announcement obtained by PR Newswire.
Whether you plan to watch the fountain show in person or from your couch, organizers say the F1 Hub opens Nov. 8 and the race airs Nov. 22; check the official race site for tickets, schedules and advisories. Expect big crowds, heavy traffic and lots of family-friendly photo ops along the Strip. For tickets and package details, visit the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix site.
