The champagne bottles will definitely be popping, the music bumpin’, and the couture hot! come Sunday, January 9, 2012 as downtown transforms into a smorgasbord of “Who’s Who” among celebrities and beautiful people.
Glitterati across the country will descend on Detroit with VIP passes for unlimited play in the “D” with the avant-garde at the hottest Pre-Auto Show black tie events. A-list parties with atmospheres to soothe what you crave from the uber-luxury to multicultural will be jumpin’ around every corner. Vegas entertainment, dinning with the sophisticated set in gourmet style is your pleasure; NAIAS has just the venue to ignite your senses, rev-up your motors and make your palate salivate.
NAIAS presents a diverse selection of the world’s most exquisite, exotic and unique luxury and performance vehicles at The Gallery at MGM Grand. The ultimate VIP automotive and culinary soiree is an exclusive ticket and won’t be previewed at the Auto Show. Among the uber-luxury cars on display are the Aston Martin One-77, Lamborghini Aventador, McLaren MP4-12C and Rolls Royce Ghost, and Jaguar XKR-S.
Getting up close and personal with a fine Italian Ferrari, BMW, or Range Rover isn’t hot enough for you, maybe having your palate titillated by the cuisine of Chef Wolfgang Puck will ignite your fire. Guests will be served a special dinner menu prepared by the master chef. The Gallery at MGM Grand kick-off its fifth year as a premiere pre-Auto Show party with sponsors Tapper’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, Neiman Marcus, Comcast Business Class and Blue Nectar and Grey Goose.
If mingling with the elite while fantasying about your dream ride as you dine ultra gourmet doesn’t quite suit your flavor, add a twist to the mix and control your party. The 16th Urban Wheel Awards, the official multicultural Auto Show event, offers an experience for everyone. The Motor City Casino Hotel will showcase a vehicle exhibit at 2 p.m. that’s open to families followed by a reception honoring the 2012 NAIAS Chairman William (Bill) Perkins.
The Green Carpet catwalk is the place for paparazzi vying for the perfect spot to get snap shots of celebrities making their way to the VIP reception and Urban Wheel Awards Ceremony. Co-hosted by award-winning actress Phylicia Rashad and ABC News Anchor John Quinones, the Urban Wheel Awards recognizes industry leaders and individuals who have made significant strides in embracing cultural diversity in automotive.
The Gallery at MGM Grand festivity begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. and is not open to the public. Not to worry if you’re a Johnny come lately and don’t have a ticket to the affair, NAIAS is offering an opportunity for 100 people to purchase tickets at $500. Credentialed media are welcomed to cover The Gallery and speak to brand executives from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
To purchase tickets to the Urban Wheel Awards visit www.ticketmaster.com, or call (800) 745-3000. For more event information log on to: www.urbanwheelawards.com, or email events@decisivemag.com. Contact the Fulkerson Group (248) 819-8332 to purchase tickets for The Gallery at MGM Grand. Media who are registered for the North American International Auto Show are welcome to e-mail Gallery@roharpr.com to pick-up their credentials at The Gallery.
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