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Topgolf
Announces Flagship Las Vegas Location at MGM Grand
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The golf entertainment
company has broken ground on The Strip;
destination
will open spring 2016
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Las
Vegas, NV – February 2015 / Newsmaker Alert / Topgolf
International, Inc. confirmed long-standing rumors that it is building
a state-of-the-art flagship location at MGM
Grand Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Topgolf® hosted
its groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday morning (February 18), revealing
the renderings for Topgolf Las Vegas. The entertainment destination is
expected to open in spring 2016.
Topgolf
is the only entertainment center of its kind, offering competitive golfing
games for all ages and skill levels and advanced technology to track the
accuracy and distance of players’ shots. The four-level, 105,000-square-foot
Topgolf Las Vegas will sit on eight acres and overlook a 215-yard outfield.
There will be 102 hitting bays among the first three levels while the fourth
level will showcase VIP areas with water features. The building’s plans
also include a stage for live musical performances and 3,000 square feet
of private meeting space. The facility will comfortably cater to intimate
events ranging from 10 to 2,000 people.
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“Topgolf
Las Vegas is unlike anything we have ever endeavored to build,” said Topgolf
Executive Chairman Erik Anderson. “After three years of planning, Topgolf
and MGM Grand are bringing the boldest new concept in sports entertainment
to the entertainment capital of the world. This gleaming flagship location
will host millions of Topgolf fans when they come to Las Vegas, bring our
exciting new concept to MGM’s global clientele, and introduce the millions
of other visitors to Topgolf who are attracted to Las Vegas every year
in search of the latest innovations in entertainment and fun.”
The
facility was designed by YWS Architects, and the general contractor is
McCarthy Construction with ARCO/Murray National Construction acting as
consultants. Las Vegas native Bryan O’Reilly, working as Topgolf’s local
partner, was instrumental in bringing the deal to closure. Topgolf noted
that 34th Floor Hospitality
is providing consulting services on its facility operations.
“The
Topgolf atmosphere features a high-energy, interactive sports and entertainment
experience never-before-seen in Las Vegas,” said MGM Grand President &
COO Scott Sibella. “Our partners have proven themselves as a successful
brand in multiple markets nationwide and we look forward to our future
relationship.”
Topgolf
Las Vegas is expected to serve upward of one million visitors in its first
year of operation. Nearly half of all Topgolf guests describe themselves
as “non-golfers.” Founded in 2000, Topgolf’s popularity has been soaring
in the U.S. More than four million people played in 2014. Its economic
impact in the community is also remarkable, creating hundreds of jobs at
each location. Topgolf’s economic output in Las Vegas is expected to exceed
$700 million over a 10-year period.
Topgolf
fans can track progress in Las Vegas at topgolf.com/lasvegas, facebook.com/topgolflasvegas
or @topgolflasvegas on
Twitter and Instagram. For event sales inquiries, please contact lasvegasevents@topgolf.com.
About
MGM Grand
MGM
Grand is “The Entertainment Authority,” creating the ultimate Las Vegas
experience. A variety of luxurious suites and standard accommodations serve
every need while guests discover signature dining by celebrity chefs including
Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak, Michael Mina’s PUB 1842, Wolfgang Puck’s Bar
& Grill and AAA Five Diamond and Michelin three star restaurant, Joël
Robuchon; world-class entertainment at the MGM Grand Garden Arena; the
astonishing KÀ by Cirque du Soleil; master illusionist David
Copperfield; Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club; and Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant
and Nightclub; a pampering spa and salon; and an elaborate 380,000-square-foot,
non-smoking conference center. MGM Grand is a wholly owned subsidiary of
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).
About
Topgolf
Topgolf
is a global sports entertainment community creating the best times of your
life, with 16 locations serving more than 4 million guests annually. Players
hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy
and distance while awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield.
Each facility offers an upscale and playful experience, featuring an impressive
food and beverage menu, music, games, climate-controlled hitting bays,
and hundreds of HDTVs. Topgolf also brings fun, interactive experiences
to the community through its Topgolf U lessons, leagues, tournaments, KidZone
parties, and social and corporate events. Topgolf is a privately held company,
with majority ownership belonging to Erik Anderson of WestRiver Management,
Callaway Golf (NYSE: ELY) and Tom Dundon. To learn more about Topgolf,
visit www.topgolf.com.
Media
Contact:
Adrienne
Chance
Director
of Corporate Communications
Topgolf
469-546-5370 |