2020 Olympia - Info - New Dates and Venue - December 2020

[Ron]

Flex Lewis will compete in the open...

[Humble Narcissist]

Is he giving the Nazi salute or Black Power?

[usmcdevildoc]

Hmmmm. Isn't the theater in Planet Hollywood a lot smaller than the one at the Orleans?

I wonder why they didn't just leave it at the Orleans? It's cool it's not cancelled but now it's awfully close the the Arnold. I wonder if that is better for the athletes diet. I would think they'd like a bigger break in between the two shows.

I'll be keeping my eye on updates.

I like the Olympia being on the strip though.

They use to have Maria Ibarra doing VIP tickets. Since she left the Olympia fell apart. She would always contact the previous VIP ticket holders and have them advance pay for the same or better seats for the event. Since she left- no contact initiated to previous subscribers.
  The Orleans was a 'pit'. Always stayed at Cosmo. While PH may provide a more upscale venue, the poor marketing, lack initiating prior contact with previous subscribers, and advent of Covid19 reinforces the notion that the Olympia is a thing of the past. Doubtful it will recover financially.

[Humble Narcissist]

They use to have Maria Ibarra doing VIP tickets. Since she left the Olympia fell apart. She would always contact the previous VIP ticket holders and have them advance pay for the same or better seats for the event. Since she left- no contact initiated to previous subscribers.
  The Orleans was a 'pit'. Always stayed at Cosmo. While PH may provide a more upscale venue, the poor marketing, lack initiating prior contact with previous subscribers, and advent of Covid19 reinforces the notion that the Olympia is a thing of the past. Doubtful it will recover financially.

A good marketer is everything.  Why did Maria Ibarra leave?

[stuntmovie]

USMC, You offer some valid reasons for the possible failure of this year's Olympia, but if you do turn out to be correct .... I think it will be temporary and that next year's Olympia will be a big success...... if this pandemic subsides.

How do you feel about the forthcoming Wayne Johnson event? The ICON.

I personally think that the "ICON" (?) will be a major success if the WME continues to be involved providing that they provide some opportunities for the event contenders to be represented by their agents in major motion pictures.

That could possible start off with WME representative contracts with the female fitness competitors ... most of whom are more 'beautiful' than the female stars of today.

If I was Dwayne .... I would encourage that 100%.

And Dwayne will most likely offer a few contenders the opportunity participate within some minor roles of his own motion picture/TV series ... which I am surprised that Arnold never did ... of which I could be mistaken.

And it could even be possible to see future Super-Heros looking like some of the original comic book artists intended.

If worked right ... this WME involvement could be a major boost within the bodybuilding world and to a good number of those who participate within it ... meaning contenders and those who officiate within it.

PS... WME (William Morris Endeavor) is the major, world-wide company whose agents represent top personalities within the motion picture, music, and sporting world .... among other endeavors!

[stuntmovie]

Let me add the following .... Does anyone have a crystal ball to foresee the future possibilities???

"Talent representation and sports marketing giant IMG Worldwide has been sold to entertainment talent agency William Morris Endeavor Entertainment (WME) for a reported US$2.3 billion.

Beverly Hills-based WME, which is best known for representing Hollywood A-Listers such as Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, is 31 per cent owned by private equity firm Silver Lake Partners. Alongside WME and Silver Lake, Mubadala Development Company is a minority investor in the transaction.

"IMG has incredible strategic value to WME," said the company's co-chief executives Patrick Whitesell and Ariel Emanuel. "The brand's global reach, outstanding management team and leadership across sports, fashion and media are a strong complement to our business."

[booty]

It’s great that it was rescheduled. Will there be an audience? With so much uncertainty due to coronavirus, I can’t see it filling many seats. For one, I don’t even have a date here in Australia when international travel will resume. It’s so close to Christmas too. But I think it’s great that the athletes can still compete. It will just be a very different Olympia.

[Flexacon]

Is he giving the Nazi salute or Black Power?

He was just trying to fist bump an average height man

[Humble Narcissist]

 

He was just trying to fist bump an average height man

[bigmikecox]

They use to have Maria Ibarra doing VIP tickets. Since she left the Olympia fell apart. She would always contact the previous VIP ticket holders and have them advance pay for the same or better seats for the event. Since she left- no contact initiated to previous subscribers.
  The Orleans was a 'pit'. Always stayed at Cosmo. While PH may provide a more upscale venue, the poor marketing, lack initiating prior contact with previous subscribers, and advent of Covid19 reinforces the notion that the Olympia is a thing of the past. Doubtful it will recover financially.

Best part about the Orleans was it was super close to a dispensary

[bigmikecox]

It’s great that it was rescheduled. Will there be an audience? With so much uncertainty due to coronavirus, I can’t see it filling many seats. For one, I don’t even have a date here in Australia when international travel will resume. It’s so close to Christmas too. But I think it’s great that the athletes can still compete. It will just be a very different Olympia.

International travel to the US wont open until 2021 so we are looking at an all American O

[stuntmovie]

BIGMIKE, You'll find the closest DISPENSARY a short distance from PH  by turning left outside of the hotel/casino and take a short walk down the Strip in a southerly direction. There is a 3 story building on the NE corner of Harman and the Strip.

That is the building with the huge' huge electric billboard stretching around the building.

Take the exterior escalator to the 2nd floor and turn left into the BUBBA GUMP's entry-way and if you look easily enough ... you'll see a 10 X 10 foot MJ Dispensary that offers everything you ever wanted MJ wise!

I have not been there since this virus but it should be in operation now or by the Oly event.

AND .... if you cross over to the SE corner, you should find a second dispensary at the bottom of the escalator in what used to be part of the old Harley Davidson Cafe.

I suggest you try the Chocolate Bar .... most recently priced at $40.

Or if you're broke ... just walk down the STRIP and breathe deeply.

I save my 'drug money' for the tables ..... so that seems to work pretty damn well for me.

One last suggestion ... Have a meal or two in ELLIS ISLAND on Koval almost directly behind PH. The Fish and Chips and the Roast Beef are better and cheaper than any place on the Strip (Open 24 hours).

And for the best ribs in town ....... They are served in ELLIS from 4:30 to 10:00 PM.

Have fun, get high, get loaded, and enjoy the OLY.

PS ... If you are the type of guy who enjoys  "punch in the nose" type bars, you should visit the STAGE DOOR Bar on Flamingo. It's usually pretty mild but sometimes it gets out  of hand.

Damn cheap drinks And the ladies behind the bar are pretty daMN ATTRACTVE.

[andreisdaman]

Hope this really happens. Nevada has a Dem Governor who’s lock step with other Dem Governors in the country

Leave it to you to bring politics into EVERYTHING

[Humble Narcissist]

Leave it to you to bring politics into EVERYTHING

He is bringing up a legitimate concern.

[Coach is Back!]

Leave it to you to bring politics into EVERYTHING

I don’t want it to be, trust me. I’ve got the North Americans in 10 weeks and don’t think for one second I’m not concerned with it being shut down again with this spike in infections.

[AbrahamG]

What the hell is going on with the Shawn Rhoden rape trial?

[Teutonic Knight 1]

International travel to the US wont open until 2021 so we are looking at an all American O

That's apply for a cattle class travelers ONLY !.

[Ron]

Let's not forget about the IFBB Pro Bikini competitors

[Ron]

Kamal ElGargni will be competing

[Ron]

2020 Olympia - 55 years - 15 Champions

[epic is back]

It’s great that it was rescheduled. Will there be an audience? With so much uncertainty due to coronavirus, I can’t see it filling many seats. For one, I don’t even have a date here in Australia when international travel will resume. It’s so close to Christmas too. But I think it’s great that the athletes can still compete. It will just be a very different Olympia.

i could not imagine being stuck on a prison colony island and not being allowed to leave

feel bad for you people

[Matt]

Good to hear arrangements are made....

The plan demic nonsense must end.....

But 99.76% of the global population hasn't gotten COVID, and 99.99% of the global population hasn't died from it.

I'm getting scared!

[Matt]

It’s great that it was rescheduled. Will there be an audience? With so much uncertainty due to coronavirus, I can’t see it filling many seats. For one, I don’t even have a date here in Australia when international travel will resume. It’s so close to Christmas too. But I think it’s great that the athletes can still compete. It will just be a very different Olympia.

Oh God...leave it to a moron like you to be scared of a virus that 99.99% of the globe's population hasn't died from.  I can't imagine if people like you ran the show.  I'd say a whole lot more to you if I wasn't at risk of being banned from it - but you definitely are a Karen.

I wish I could see you in person at an expo again, because I would go straight up to you and ask you to call me racist to my face.  I would LOVE that.  But you'd just turn into the submissive little slut you are if that happened.

[Ron]

Covid rates are dropping in the US, at least the death rates are, and hopefully, they will let expos and audiences into indoor arenas.  I think they are making protocols for the required ventilation, and also not seating next to each other, and perhaps, still wearing a mask.

Audience will come, Vegas hotel occupancy on the weekends right now is 30%, with it only increasing.

[Ron]

From Mr. Olympia web site - info...

We created this page in an effort to answer some of the most common questions concerning the Olympia’s big move to Planet Hollywood in December on the Las Vegas Strip.

OLYMPIA VIP CUSTOMERS

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 VIP package for September, and confirmed my seating arrangements. Will my same seat(s) be assigned in the Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood in December?

A: The seating layout for the Orleans Arena & Zappos theater are different, but your new seating assignment will be as close to your original one as possible. A seating map of the Zappos Theater and your new seating assignment will be emailed to you.

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 VIP package for September, but I cannot attend in December. How and when can I get a refund?

A: You can request a refund by sending an email to VIP@MrOlympia.com after June 30th and before August 31st. Your refund will then be processed within 7-10 business days of when it is received. This process has been mandated by our credit card processor so we thank you in advance for your understanding.  All refund requests received between June 30th and August 31st will be processed.

Q: I would like to purchase a VIP package for the 2020 Olympia in December. How and when can I do that?

A: VIP packages can be purchased via this link https://mrolympia.com/vip-package. VIP availability is limited, and orders will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis.

TICKETS PURCHASED VIA TICKETMASTER

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Finals ticket for September using Ticketmaster. What will happen now?

A: All orders for the previously scheduled September events will be automatically cancelled and refunded to your credit card directly by Ticketmaster. This will happen automatically and does not require you to submit a request.

Q: I would like to purchase a Finals ticket for the 2020 Olympia in December at Planet Hollywood. How and when can I do that?

A: Tickets for the Planet Hollywood events are on sale now. Visit our ticketing page via this link https://mrolympia.com/ticket-type for updates, and click on the button for Finals Tickets to make your purchase.

EXPO PASSES

(New Location! The 2020 Expo has moved to the Sands Expo & Convention Center a few blocks from Planet Hollywood, adjacent to the Venetian Hotel.)

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Expo pass for the Las Vegas Convention Center in September and would like to maintain my pass to attend in December at the new location. Do I need to do anything?

A: Great news! Your Expo pass for September will remain valid for the December Expo. No action is required on your part.

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Expo pass for September, but I cannot attend in December. How and when can I get a refund?

A: Requests for Expo pass refunds can be made by emailing support@fevo.com. Be sure to include your name and order number in the email, and your refund request will be processed by Fevo.

Q: I would like to purchase a 2020 Expo pass for the 2020 Olympia in December. How and when can I do that?

A: Tickets for the Expo will go on sale on in June. Visit our ticketing page via this link https://mrolympia.com/ticket-type and click on the button for Expo Passes to make your purchase.

INSIDER CLUB MEMBERSHIPS

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Insider Club Membership for September, and would like to maintain my membership and attend in December. Do I need to do anything?

A: Great news! Your Insider Club Membership for September will remain valid for December. No action is required on your part.

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Insider Club Membership for September, but I cannot attend in December. How and when can I get a refund?

A: You can request a refund by sending an email to VIP@MrOlympia.com after June 30th and before August 31st. Your refund will then be processed within 7-10 business days of when it is received. This process has been mandated by our credit card processor so we thank you in advance for your understanding. All refund requests received between June 30th and August 31st will be processed.

Q: I would like to purchase an Insider Club Membership for the 2020 Olympia in December. How and when can I do that?

A: Insider Club Memberships for December will go on sale on June 1st. Visit our Insider Club page via this link https://mrolympia.com/Insider-Club to make your purchase. Insider Club Membership availability is limited, and orders will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis.

AMATEUR OLYMPIA TICKETS

Q: I’ve already purchased a 2020 Amateur Olympia ticket for September using Ticketmaster. What will happen now?

A: All orders for the previously scheduled September events will be automatically cancelled and refunded to your credit card directly by Ticketmaster. This will happen automatically and does not require you to submit a request.

Q: I would like to purchase an Amateur Olympia ticket for the 2020 Olympia in December. How and when can I do that?

A: Tickets for the Planet Hollywood events in December will go on sale on June 1st. Visit our ticketing page via this link https://mrolympia.com/ticket-type and click on the button for Amateur O to make your purchase. 

AMATEUR OLYMPIA REGISTRATION

Q: I’ve already registered to compete at the 2020 Amateur Olympia in Las Vegas in September, and would like to maintain my registration and compete during the new dates in December. Do I need to do anything?

A: Great news! Your Amateur Olympia registration for September will remain valid for December. No action is required on your part.

Q: I’ve already registered to compete at the 2020 Amateur Olympia in Las Vegas in September, but I am unable to compete in December. How and when can I get a refund?

A: Anyone who has completed a paid registration for September, and is unable to compete in December, may request a refund by sending an email to amateur@MrOlympia.com after June 30th and before August 31st. Your refund will then be processed within 7-10 business days of when it is received. This process has been mandated by our credit card processor so we thank you in advance for your understanding. All refund requests received between June 30th and August 31st will be processed.

HOTEL & TRAVEL

Q: I’ve already booked a room at the Orleans Hotel for September. What do I need to do to cancel my reservation?

A: Please call the Orleans reservation desk at 800-675-3267 and cancel your reservation. There will be no penalty for cancellations.

Q: I would like to book a room at the Planet Hollywood, the official Olympia host hotel, for December. What do I need to do to book my room and receive a discounted rate?

A: We have arranged for a special room rate at Planet Hollywood. Please visit our travel page via this link https://mrolympia.com/travel-accomodations to book your stay using the group discount code, "SMOLY0". The Planet Hollywood is one of the best locations on the strip and these rooms are being offered at a significant discount, so we highly encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity!


Info from here - check for updates

https://mrolympia.com/FAQ