A weekend of action-packed family entertainment is on offer for everyone who travels to the 2015 World Endurance Championship at the world famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. Not only is the race track going to be ‘red hot’ during the weekend, the off track entertainment is going to be sizzling as well.
The fourth edition of the WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, 1st and 2nd May, is here with more cars, famous drivers and lots to see and do for the whole family to enjoy. The race in Belgium is the second round of the eight race world championship and is a great opportunity to witness the spirit of the 24 Hours of Le Mans one month before the big race in France.
As well as a star-studded grid of 34 cars and drivers such as André Lotterer, Mark Webber, Sébastien Buemi and Patrick Dempsey, plus manufacturer entries from Porsche, Audi, Toyota, Ferrari and Aston Martin, Spa will also host rounds of the Porsche Carrera Cup GB and Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Benelux, making it a real festival of great sportscar action.
In addition there is a full weekend of entertainment on offer with plenty to keep all the family enthralled during each day:
The Avener: No1 selling French DJ ‘The Avener’ is the WEC Music Ambassador for the 2015 season and will be playing a special set, including his no1 selling single ‘Fade Out Lines’, in the Fan Area at each of the WEC rounds this season. The Avener will meet the fans, be seen around the paddock and on the grid to help promote the World Endurance Championship through his music, which will be one of the highpoints of the entertainment at Spa with two sets on Saturday, including 30 minutes at the after race party at 20h45.
Meet the Drivers: For the first 4500 people who pre ordered their tickets, there is the opportunity to get an autograph, grab a ‘selfie’ or just shake hands with their favourite drivers during the autograph session – it’s all part of the show!
VTT Trial Show: A breathtaking trial bike display by Belgium’s very own World Champion Thierry Klinkenberg with his unique and spectacular show in a small restricted area.
Grid Walk Show
- The build up to the big race will be to the sound of the drums of Tribal Bump
- Dancers, representing the different nationalities of the paddock, will perform and juggle with flags
- Catch an extra special souvenir of the day as T shirts are thrown into the crowd
Panoramic Basket: Nestled in the Ardennes Forest, Spa-Francorchamps is one of the most spectacular circuits in the world and that is viewing it from the ground. Visitors to WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps will have the opportunity to see the track 60 meters up in the air with a ride on the Panoramic Basket.
Giant Zip Wire: For even greater thrills visitors can take a ride on a giant zip wire. At 10 m high and 60 meters long, be prepared for a fantastic thrill ride suitable for the whole family.
Inflatable Village: Great fun with lots of air! Fun for kids of all ages with a giant inflatable football pitch, an elastirun and lots more.
Funfair: All the fun of the fair with thrill rides and games.
TITAN the ROBOT: Meet Titan the Robot and be entertainment by his unique blend of comedy, street theatre and music.
WEC Fan Area: Distribution of goodies, have a race on the simulator or have your picture taken in the WEC photo booth.
Display Area: Audi, Michelin and Tequila Patron will be showcasing their products with displays in the paddock.
Giant Screens: Watch the racing action on giant screens on the WEC Tower in the fan area. Visitors need not miss any of the action while enjoying other aspects of the WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps.
THE WEC 6 HOURS OF SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS
After the high drama of the 6 Hours of Silverstone, which saw Audi take the first victory of the 2015 season by a margin of just six seconds, the focus now turns to the next round of the World Endurance Championship at Spa-Francorchamps which takes place on Saturday 2 May.
The race in Belgium is considered as the traditional dress rehearsal for the 24 Heures du Mans and has always attracted extra entries from teams making their final preparations for one of the greatest sporting challenges on earth. 2015 is no different, with both Porsche and Audi running a third car in the LMP1 class, ELMS front runner JOTA Sport racing at Spa to prepare for the defence of its 2014 LMP2 Le Mans title, and AF Corse running an extra Ferrari 458 in the LMGTE Am class. In total there will be 34 cars on the grid for the fourth edition of the WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, with nine in LMP1, ten in LMP2, seven in LMGTE Pro and eight in the LMGTE Am class.
Tickets are now on sale for the WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. CLICK HERE for more information.
