Visit the Rec Center in Mandalay Bay, Bayside B—it’s an exciting new addition to the re:Invent 2023 campus. Don’t miss the chance to watch, play, and experience AWS sports collaborations like never before.
That's a wrap!
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Test your skill at games inspired by some of the major sports franchises that partner with AWS. Whether you choose to play on the field, the pitch, or the track, the Rec Center puts you at the center of the action. Challenge your friends to head-to-head competition, play on a team, or compete against yourself. Daily prize giveaways mean you could leave Las Vegas with the ultimate re:Invent souvenir, from premium sports merch to autographed memorabilia.
When and Where
Rec Center hours
Sun, Nov. 26 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 27 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 28 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 29 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thur, Nov. 30 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Mandalay Bay, Bayside B
Activities
Be a part of the fun
NFL passing challenge
Calling all armchair quarterbacks and aspiring signal-callers. Showcase your precision and power in a passing challenge. Complete pinpoint throws like the pros and experience the thrill of hitting your targets with every pass. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a total rookie, this is your opportunity to step onto the field and make every throw count.
Sunday tailgate
Join us Sunday for NFL games, snacks, beverages, and chances to win prizes starting at 10:00 AM.
Get up close
Have an ultimate fan moment with the iconic Super Bowl rings. Get up close and personal with the symbols of gridiron greatness and take home memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to stand in the presence of football history—strike a pose with the Super Bowl champions.
Playbook pass rush challenge
Take your shot at mastering an NFL pass rush strategy in a fun football simulation.
Fun and games
Enjoy casual fun with inflatable snookerball, bucket ball, cornhole, shuffleboard, foosball, giant chess, and more all week!
Tee it up
Tee up for an electrifying golf competition like no other, where peak performance meets friendly rivalry in our state-of-the-art hitting bay challenges. Show off your skills as you target dynamic scoring zones, battle it out with friends, and strive for that ultimate winning swing.
Bundesliga free kick challenge
Step up for your chance to shoot a free kick and see its speed, distance, and trajectory in real time, with data made possible by AWS technology.
The game is in your hands
Step into the action with our football-themed arcade game. Hone your skills, create your own plays, and make unbelievable touchdown passes. Our arcade game brings the thrill of football right to your fingertips.
Every second counts
Immerse yourself in the world of racing at this interactive motorsport experience. Embrace the adrenaline rush of making split-second decisions that affect your team’s performance on the track.
How fast can you go?
Experience the thrill of real-life Formula 1 racing simulator, which offers an immersive and adrenaline-pumping driving experience like no other.
AWS BuilderCards
In this trading card deck-building game, collect cards that will help you move your workloads from on premises to the AWS Cloud. Learn how different AWS services work together as you use the various cards to build AWS Well-Architected workloads. The person with the most AWS Well-Architected points wins. For a more collaborative experience, you can try out the new Resilience expansion pack.
AWS table tennis and pickleball tournaments
Whether you’re stepping up to a table or onto a court, you’ll get a chance to win a pass to AWS re:Invent 2024 if you wield your paddle well. This year, both table tennis and pickleball enthusiasts can compete for the opportunity to play in the final championship games Thursday night at re:Play. Players must be available to play as far as they advance, including the final rounds. See official rules for more information—terms and conditions apply.
Arts and crafts
Make a variety of arts and crafts projects—even your very own re:Invent SWAG.
Take it home
Experience the thrill of the rink with our exclusive giveaways. Score big by owning a piece of the game—from autographed pucks to iconic jerseys—and immerse yourself in the legacy of your favorite teams and players. Don’t miss out on the chance to bring the excitement of hockey into your home and showcase your devotion to the sport.