Formula One is opening its first US racing arcade in Boston

BOSTON — F1 Arcade announced this week that it is bringing the excitement, glamor, and thrills of Formula One racing to Boston.

Following a successful start for F1′s flagship London location, which has welcomed more than 8,000 fans each week since opening late last year, Boston Seaport will be the first to bring the concept – which combines best-in-class food and drinks offerings with cutting-edge sim racing equipment – across the Atlantic.

The Boston location will make the first of many venues planned for the United States over the next five years.

F1 says the Boston space will boast an enormous cocktail bar, several F1 circuit-inspired ceiling chandeliers, and race telemetry wall neons, along with a set of high-end private rooms which can be combined to accommodate up to 200 guests.

More than 60 simulators have been designed specifically for the Boston venue, each equipped with motion and audio-visual effects to fully immerse guests in the sim racing world.

“Formula 1 is enjoying significant growth globally, and we are constantly innovating to ensure that we are bringing the highest quality of sport and entertainment to new and diverse audiences,” said Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1. “F1 Arcade does exactly this by putting our fans behind the wheel of bespoke racing simulators, so they can feel the thrill of an F1 car first hand, coupled with a premium hospitality offering to match our world-renowned paddock.”

The racing simulation platform allows guests to choose from a variety of racing modes and compete against each other individually, in teams, or as part of all-venue racing formats, while different modes are available for all ages and abilities.

The venue is slated to open in early 2024, F1 Arcade noted.

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