I think this is a real test for the grouping and instancing. Is grouping really just designed so people can cruise around together or for other purposes too?
Agreed. There are a couple of other events that have been advertised today - both racing events. One a sort of great space race and one The Buckyball Run.
We're seeing the first steps into testing player run events - events that if prove successful can lead to regular content for players to get involved in.