New York City, March 9th 2017 – THE CODE 20, the organization behind the avant-garde closing Grand Prix events, which take place at top venues around the world, will be celebrating its 7th year  in collaboration with the prestigious club M1NT in Shanghai, China, where the closing Grand Prix party will take place. THE CODE 20 and M1NT Club Shanghai have designed a unique show:’ THE FORBIDDEN CITY: SHANGHAI’, which consists of a number of fascinating performances using laser lights, Chinese drums and tailor made customs, which will awe even the most spoiled globetrotters and will make everyone’s heart race. The DJ of the night will be DJ EROK, Red Bull Racing F1 Resident DJ.

The event is officially brought to you by the world’s premier champagne, Dom Perignon and the luxurious hotel, Westin Shanghai. THE CODE 20 is renowned for attracting the elite of the Formula One scene, along with international celebrities.

Past guests at THE CODE 20 events in Shanghai, Monaco, Mexico City, Montreal, Austin, Sochi and Abu Dhabi include recent and former F1 pilots Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button, Kimi Räikkönen. Carlos Sainz Jr., Esteban Gutierrez, Sergio Perez, Stoffel Vandoorne, Kevin Magnussen, Nico Hulkenberg ,Nico Rosberg, Felipe Massa, Marcus Ericsson, Daniel Ricciardo, Daniil Kvyat, Pastor Maldonado; along with international sponsors, team owners and paddock crews from all F1 teams.

THE CODE 20 has also had the pleasure to welcome Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence, NBA star Carmelo Anthony, Sir Phillip Green and the Princess of Monaco Charlene Wittstock.

‘We are delighted to be back at M1NT club to celebrate our 7th year anniversary, at one of the most stylish nightclubs and restaurants in Asia. We would like to thank our exclusive sponsors for their patronage and all our supporters from the F1 community’ said Elena Chatzikonstantinou, Founder and CEO of THE CODE 20. ‘We work hard all year round to bring unique shows and create an edgy event that all guests will enjoy by celebrating in style the end of a busy weekend at the track.The show this year will be a series of performances inspired by traditional elements of the Chinese Culture and the history of Shanghai. We guarantee all guests that they will be left enchanted’. 

THE CODE 20 invites all the teams from the paddock to mingle with the A listed socialite of Shanghai. This year, in collaboration with M1NT, The Code 20 will create another night that will long be remembered.

About THE CODE 20 is an exclusive world, specializing in crafting a unique atmosphere where F1 drivers, teams, special guests and sponsors meet to enjoy a spectacular evening after a hectic weekend at the track. The locations are always dazzling with breath taking views. You can guarantee one-off performances from A list entertainers, creative cuisine, delicious cocktails and VIP tables hosted by gorgeous models. It has been taking place the last 7 years in the best clubs around the world after the Grand Prix races in Shanghai, Mexico City, Monaco, Montreal, Austin, Sochi and Abu Dhabi. ‘THE CODE 20’ name comes from the fact that in 2011,when it was founded, the former CEO of F1, Mr. Bernie Ecclestone, announced that there would be 20 races in the F1 calendar. ‘THE CODE’ was chosen because the events can be attended by invitation only or by table reservations.

About Dom Pérignon

Dom Pérignon is a brand of vintage Champagne produced by the Champagne house Moët & Chandon and serves as that house's prestige champagne. The first vintage of Dom Pérignon was produced by Dom Pierre Pérignon in 1921, a monk and cellar master at the Benedictine abbey in Hautvillers. Nowadays, Dom Pérignon is synonymous to luxury and it is widely perceived as the fine

About Westin Hotel Shanghai

The Westin Bund Center is Shanghai’s most iconic hotel. The hotel has 570 guest rooms with a magnificent view of Shanghai. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Shanghai, near the world famous Bund waterfront, providing guests convenient access to Shanghai’s eclectic shopping centers, celebrated restaurants, famous local attractions and major business districts.

About M1NT

M1NT is Asia’s finest and most prestigious shareholders’ club and restaurant. It is word known as the hub for international celebrities to go to when in Shanghai to mingle with the crème de la crème of Shanghai’s society. M1NT Shanghai over the years has received multiple awards for its gourmet cuisine and its exclusive event planning, including awards on its interior design.

THE CODE 20 will take place on Sunday, April 9th at M1NT club Shanghai.

24 Floor 318 Fuzhou Lu Shanghai China 200001