Training Like a Celebrity in Downtown Summerlin at Municipal Gym
Many people wish they could train like a celebrity or a fitness magazine cover model. At Mark Wahlberg’s brand-new Municipal Gym in Downtown Summerlin, they can do just that. Ahead of the gym’s late 2026-early 2027 opening, we got an exclusive tour of the facility from Wahlberg himself. “We’re trying to do something different here. We’re trying to do something really special that will hopefully differentiate us from everybody else out there in several ways,” he said during our tour. “I always feel like at the end of the day, no matter how hard it is getting into the gym, once I finish that workout, I feel like I can accomplish anything else that I have on the list for the rest of the day.”
Setting the Scene: An Approachable Neighborhood Vibe
Located in the more everyday section of the shopping complex, Municipal Gym sits at the end of a strip mall with a Boot Barn and Trader Joe’s. The building is well-marked, but not fussy. Indeed, it’s not the kind of high-end exterior you would expect from one of Vegas’s most high-profile residents. Still, the everyday exterior perfectly exemplifies the vibes Wahlberg gives off—he’s a no-frills normal guy whose home gym is in his garage (“My wife is still mad at me because it’s so hot outside. We leave our cars outside so I can have my workout equipment inside,” Wahlberg told us).
Though we all know Mark Wahlberg is NOT just an average Joe, it’s hard to remember that he’s an A-list actor when he’s showing you around in a T-shirt and sweatpants. This approachable attitude is one reason Vegas residents have embraced him so much. It’s probably a contributing factor in why Municipal Gym will likely be a massive success in Las Vegas.
Inside the Facility with Mark Wahlberg
Though luxury fitness facilities are all around town, Municipal Gym feels different. While it boasts a cafe, recovery room, trainers, and one of the most stunning spa-style locker rooms I’ve ever seen, the gym doesn’t feel like a place you go just to be seen. It feels like a place to work out, get healthy, and improve your well-being.
The 4 AM Club and State-of-the-Art Equipment
The 4AM Club in the back (modeled after Wahlberg’s home setup) is designed for creators and content (but not thirst traps) in a different way. It’s meant to encourage and celebrate goals and progress. You’ll also find that though the gym boasts plenty of sleek, state-of-the-art equipment, there aren’t televisions on every machine. This isn’t the gym for socializing and getting away from home. This gym is built to help you succeed. “You’re the one who gets all the rewards for your hard work,” he told us. “You know, it changes the way you stand, it changes the way you feel. It changes the way you walk. And, you know, it’s a wonderful thing, especially for me at my age.”
Hidden Recovery and Wellness Amenities
The recovery room is where you’ll find all the fancy amenities you would expect from a premium fitness facility, but they’re not front and center or in your face. The space is filled with massage chairs and relaxation spaces. You can also find small rooms for red light therapy, IV infusions, cellular recovery, and cryotherapy. While most gyms would put these front and center, they’re neatly tucked away while the gym itself and its equipment take the stage.
Mark Wahlberg’s Culinary Roots & The Cafe
The cafe is still under construction; however, given Wahlberg’s familiarity and comfort with the restaurant industry (the Wahlberg family owns Wahlburgers, Alma Above named for the family matriarch, and Wahlberg personally has Flecha Cantina just south of the Strip), the cafe is sure to serve up some delicious, healthy cuisine. Wahlberg intends to serve up fresh offerings for those in need of a good meal before they continue their day.
Community Inclusivity at Municipal Gym
Inclusivity is at the heart of Municipal Gym. Though the gym itself is members-only, the cafe and recovery room are open to the public. Gym pricing is also affordable, especially for goal-oriented members. “They’re the most important person in the world,” Wahlberg said of his clients. “You’re going to teach them, guide them, protect them. We’re going to make sure that they’re doing things that they didn’t think were possible, but in a very safe environment.”
Wahlberg’s sincerity showed throughout the tour, from his self-deprecating humor to his passion for creating a successful environment for anyone walking through the doors, noting that “It’s about getting people to come every single day, and we want those people to be the ones who inspire other people to start their fitness journey and to do things that they didn’t think were possible and continue to pass that on and be the inspiration.”
At the end of the day, Wahlberg considers Municipal Gym to be one of his most important projects. “I’ve done a lot in my day, but I think this is as exciting as anything I’ve ever been a part of because I know what we’re going to be able to do for people. If you can improve people’s quality of life in a major way, there’s nothing better than that. It’s cool that I get to make people laugh when I make movies; I get to make people cry, but to really improve their quality of life, make people stronger, make them better at everything else that they do, I think it really does affect everything else that we do.”
*Responses edited for length and clarity