Overnight lane reductions and closures of several pedestrian bridges have started along the Las Vegas Strip as crews set up the 3.8-mile Formula 1 street circuit ahead of the Nov. 20–22 race weekend. The work has already narrowed traffic near the Bellagio fountains and shuttered portions of sidewalk, creating tighter vehicle and foot‑traffic windows on busy stretches of Las Vegas Boulevard.
Lane reductions on the Strip
Officials say Las Vegas Boulevard between Sands and Harmon will be reduced to one lane in each direction overnight — generally between midnight and 9 a.m. on weekdays — while crews install lighting, barriers and grandstands. As reported by FOX5 Las Vegas, similar overnight reductions are planned on Koval, Harmon and Sands at different times during the setup.
Pedestrian bridges to close overnight
Circuit crews will close several pedestrian bridges on scheduled nights to install enclosed walkways and other structural elements, affecting crossings visitors commonly use between casinos. The Las Vegas Review-Journal lays out specific nightly closures — including bridges near Cromwell/Caesars and other north‑Strip walkways — and the dates those crossings will be off‑limits.
What's happening at the Bellagio
MGM Resorts has closed two southbound lanes and the sidewalk in front of the Bellagio while crews build a temporary "Bellagio Fountain Club" hospitality space for race week, and officials say that footprint will remain through race weekend and into December. Clark County's F1 information page lists the Bellagio work and the broader circuit schedule and maps for residents and businesses to review. Clark County has details on setup and local restrictions.
Transit impacts and how to stay updated
Regional Transit Route 119 and other bus lines will face detours and temporary stop closures during overnight work windows; some stops will be closed nightly while crews are on site. Local reporting from KTNV outlines the detours and advises riders to check RTCalerts.com for the latest bus info.
Timeline and what to expect
Organizers say crews began setting up the track in early September and that race weekend runs Nov. 20–22, 2025; practice and qualifying sessions are scheduled in the evenings to match Las Vegas' night‑race format. The county notes that dismantling of temporary structures is expected to finish before Christmas, and residents can sign up for SMS updates by texting F1LV to 31996 for weekly "week ahead" messages and real‑time alerts. For maps, the full schedule and local-traffic details, see the official race site and its schedule. F1 Las Vegas and Clark County have more information online.
If you must be on the Strip during setup, expect narrower lanes at night, obey flaggers and allow extra travel time. Businesses and visitors should plan for changed access to doorways and short‑term closures near properties and use the SMS updates to plan around specific nights of work.
