Formula E Championship announced that 1,000 complimentary passes will be available for community members to attend this year’s Qatar Airways New York City E-Prix at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal on July 14th and 15th. The complimentary passes provide access to the Allianz E-Village—an entertainment area for fans of all ages to watch the race, meet drivers, play race simulators and listen to live music. They are not the same as the $85 grandstand seats as some misunderstood last year.
Th e race actually can be seen from the E-Village, but there is lots more to do there as well, especially for kids. The New York City E-Prix doubleheader is part of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, the world’s first fully-electric, international, single-seater racing series.
“The incredible Formula E event would not have been possible without the support of the Red Hook community,” said NYCEDC President and CEO James Patchett. “We’re thrilled that this year’s NYC ePrix will be free for a thousand community members to enjoy – all while showcasing local businesses and highlighting the latest in sustainable technologies.”
The nearly 1.5 mile (2.373km) track will feature 14 turns and will wind its way around Pier 11 and the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The course is entirely off-street, ensuring safety and minimizing disruption in the surrounding community.
The NYC E-Prix will provide a unique opportunity to highlight sustainable technology, which is a key component of the Mayor’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in New York City by 80 percent by 2050 and ensure that New York has the best air quality of any large U.S. city by 2030.
Formula E has also announced that students who want to attend the Formula E race on July 14 or 15 can do so at a 35 percent discount.
Community members can can pick up the complimentary passes at any of the following locations:
Brooklyn Borough Hall
Office of Borough President Eric Adams
209 Joralemon Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718-802-3700
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-7pm, Closed Weekends
Point of Contact: Ryan Lynch or Sylvia Hamer
Pick up for tickets can be done between 9am-7pm at the Borough Hall Police Desk located on the ground floor of Borough Hall. (Please note the building will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th.
PortSide NewYork (Aboard the Mary A. Whalen)
Docked at Atlantic Basin within the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
917-414-0565
Hours: 10am-6pm, Closed 4th of July
Joseph Miccio Cornerstone Community Center
110 West 9th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
718-243-1528
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-11pm, Saturday and Sunday 3pm-11pm
Point of Contact: Trequan Bekka
Please note, the center will only be open on Monday and Tuesday the week of July 2nd.
Red Hook Community Justice Center
88 Visitation Place
Brooklyn, NY 11231
718-923-8282
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Closed Weekends
Point of Contact: Vivian Gordon
The Red Hook Library
7 Wolcott St. at Dwight St.
Brooklyn, NY 11231
718-935-0203
Hours: Monday/Friday: 10am-6pm; Tuesday: 1pm-8pm; Thursday: 10am-8pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm
Closed Sundays and July 4th
Point of Contact: Sandra Sutton
According to the NYC EDC, in addition to providing complimentary passes to community members, Formula E has worked to provide additional community benefits, including:
- Investing millions of dollars in infrastructure improvements at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and adjoining Red Hook-area piers
- Highlighting local small businesses and hotels
- Working with local community organizations to help engage youth around engineering, technology, and automotive trades
“I thank NYCEDC and Formula E for offering complimentary ePrix passes to Brooklynites, and I’m pleased that the People’s House can serve as a ticket pickup location. This race is a great opportunity to learn about the latest technology in engineering and the automotive industry, while bringing racing fans from across the country to enjoy a weekend of family fun in Brooklyn,” said Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams.
These are more specifics about the Allianz E-Village:
Allianz E-Village:
As well as being home to the driver autograph session, there’s the opportunity to get involved with a variety of fantastic displays and activities, such as:
- The latest electric and hybrid vehicles from Audi, Jaguar and BMW in the Drive Zone
- The chance to test your skills on simulators in the Gaming Arena and earn an opportunity to compete against Formula E drivers in the E-Race
- Attend the autograph session and meet your favorite drivers before the race
- Marvel at the latest innovations from leading enterprises in technology, transport and human resources
- Enjoy live music and entertainment in the Stage Zone
- Sample a range of authentic local food and drink in the Taste Zone and take a break from it all in the Recharge Zone
- A Kids Zone with giant games, face painting, entertainers and much more
- With activities for fans of all ages, the Allianz E-Village is the chance to experience all Formula E has to offer away from the track
