As the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department gears up for the influx of visitors for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, locals and attendees alike can expect significant changes to their usual commutes. According to a social media post by the LVMPD, race-related road closures will begin taking effect on Wednesday, Nov. 19, with several blocks along the Strip and surrounding areas subject to restrictions. The department announced a series of overnight closures.
🚧 RACE-RELATED ROAD CLOSURES AHEAD 🚧
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) November 18, 2025
The F1 Las Vegas will welcome thousands of attendees and we expect the Strip and surrounding areas will be busy between Wednesday, Nov. 19, and Sunday, Nov. 23. There are several road closures and vehicle access plans that you need to know… pic.twitter.com/yGWuHbF8xZ
The schedule for the road closures includes the Strip’s transformation into what they’ve called a 'Hot Track' at specific times, with closures on Las Vegas Blvd. from Spring Mountain to Harmon in both directions, among other significant thoroughfares. On Nov. 19, closures will occur from 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. and again at 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. on Nov. 20. These closures will continue over the following days until Nov. 23. During periods not labeled as 'Hot Track,' known as 'Cold/Warm Track,' the affected roads will still be open but may have reduced lanes. The LVMPD recommends limiting usage to essential travel only during these times.
For those looking to navigate around the closures, alternative routes have been suggested, with Maryland Parkway being the most prominent detour to avoid the race-related traffic disruptions. Moreover, anyone requiring access to specific roads may need to consult the additional materials provided by LVMPD to understand the alternate arrangements available during the non-hot track periods.
The Las Vegas Police Department is advising the public to download the F1 Las Vegas App and sign up for mobile alerts by texting F1LV to 31996. These tools provide real-time updates to help with travel planning. Drivers should expect long delays and are encouraged to use alternative routes or adjust travel times during the racing events.
