Bodybuilding Community Celebrates Historic ‘Olympia Day’ Declared in Las Vegas: “Incredible Moment in Bodybuilding History”

In a momentous event for the bodybuilding community, Las Vegas has officially declared an “Olympia Day.” This marked a new pinnacle for the sport. This declaration celebrates the significant impact of the Mr. Olympia competition, founded by Joe and Ben Weider in 1965.

The Weider brothers wanted to take bodybuilding to the mainstream, and their journey began at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City. Over the years, Mr. Olympia has become the top event in bodybuilding, akin to the legendary Mount Olympus itself.

Mr. Olympia’s Instagram page announced the news of the “Olympia Day,” featuring images and videos from an event that took place on June 27th. During the ceremony, Olympia President Dan Solomon spoke passionately about Joe Weider’s legacy. According to him, celebrating Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, the entertainment capital, was a huge achievement.

Solomon expressed gratitude for continuing Joe Weider’s vision and recognized Weider’s contributions to bodybuilding. “And I know somewhere Joe is smiling. To everyone who has made this possible, we are incredibly grateful, so thank you very much for being here,” he said. The Instagram post explained the event’s importance: “Las Vegas declared yesterday ‘Olympia Day’ to celebrate the powerful relationship Vegas has formed with the fitness industry’s most prestigious event.”

The ceremony was held at Resorts World, where Commissioner Tick Segerblom presented Olympia owner Jake Wood and President Dan Solomon with the “Key to the Las Vegas Strip.” Many of bodybuilding’s biggest stars attended, making it a star-studded event. Throughout the years the Sin City has played host to the Mr. Olympia event. Even when the President had announced that the 60th edition of Mr. Olympia would be returning to Vegas, he had hinted at the event’s connection with the city. “We’re proud of the relationship we’ve built with the city of Las Vegas over the last 25 years…worthy of our historic 60th year, the ultimate celebration of how far the fitness industry has come,” said the President.

The current Mr. Olympia, who graced the event, proudly holding the key took to the comments to call this an “incredible moment in bodybuilding history.” The excitement was high, with even Vegas’ official Instagram page commenting, “Gotta flex our love for the fitness community.” The sentiment echoed through the bodybuilding community, who showered strong support for the declaration.

Fans go into a frenzy after the announcement of Olympia Day

Fans regarded the event by expressing how important and exciting it was for the sport of bodybuilding. One user mentioned in the comments, “CONGRATULATIONS and BIG DAY for our sport!!” Others showcased their admiration for this incredible achievement by the Super Bowl of bodybuilding. One of them simply wrote, “Gotta love it! A proud moment indeed. Respect 60 years!” Fitness fanatics praised Jake Wood for valuing the athletes. The commenter appreciated saying, “@jake_wood_media You’re setting such an incredible example of leadership and your appreciation and value of the athletes. Humbly, letting the current Mr. Olympia @dereklunsford_ take the center spotlight with the Key to Las Vegas was truly a class act! Much respect!!! Thank you for elevating our sport and all you do. God bless.”

Similarly, another admirer congratulated the sport for its achievement. “The best @mrolympiallc celebrities of the world  I am very thankful for the Owner of @mrolympiallc @jake_wood_media Thankful for the President of the @mrolympiallc @dansolomon_official,” added the user. Adding on to Solomon’s statement, one fan touched upon Joe Weider’s legacy and wrote, “Yes Joe Weider The Master Blaster is smiling. The Legacy is strong!” Many fans believed that Weider would be proud of how strong and successful his legacy has become.

“Olympia Day” in Las Vegas is a historic milestone for bodybuilding, celebrating decades of dedication and the enduring legacy of Joe Weider, making the sport’s future brighter than ever. Do you think this will bode well for the betterment of the sport? Let us know in the comments.