Whether you are looking to settle a family rivalry, channel your inner Formula One driver or simply escape the heat for a few laps, Las Vegas has a go-kart track for every type of racer.
From high-speed outdoor circuits to indoor electric karts and drifting experiences, these attractions offer adrenaline-pumping fun across the valley.
Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix
A Las Vegas staple for more than 30 years, Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix features four outdoor go-kart tracks designed for everyone, from experienced drivers to young children. The main track for adults is one-third of a mile with 12 turns, suitable for karts capable of reaching 47 mph. The complex also rides, games and food.
It is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day of the week except Fridays and Saturdays, when the venue closes at 11 p.m. The Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix offers several deals, but the traditional single-attraction pass ranges from $7.99 to $29.99, depending on the track.
1401 N. Rainbow Blvd.; lvmgp.com
Vegas Superkarts
Want the fastest karting experience in town? Vegas Superkarts puts drivers on an outdoor track in high-performance, gas-powered karts that can reach speeds far beyond typical family attractions. (The Sodikart RT10 270cc performance kart is powered by a four-stroke Honda engine capable of reaching 50 mph, for the kart fans.)
The track is open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It costs $35 for one race, $70 for two races and $105 for three races.
14200 Las Vegas Blvd. South; vegassuperkarts.com
Gene Woods Racing Experience
Located inside Fremont Street’s Neonopolis center, the Gene Woods Racing Experience offers a unique twist on karting with electric drift karts, allowing drivers to ride through tight corners on a compact indoor course.
It is open from noon to midnight daily. The cost for a single ride ranges from $30 to $35.
450 Fremont St.; gokartslasvegas.com
K1 Speed
Electric go-karts get serious across two twisty tracks at this outpost of a national chain. The race center also includes a lounge and arcade.
K1 Speed is open from 11 a.m. to midnight Fridays, 10 a.m. to midnight Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Rides begin at $31 for one race, with a height requirement of 48 inches for “juniors” and 58 inches for adults.
4175 S. Arville St.; k1speed.com
beyond traditional karts
Dinosaur Outpost
At Dinosaur Outpost, which brings prehistoric adventures to life with interactive exhibits, life-size animatronic dinosaurs and hands-on activities designed for young explorers, kids can pedal dinosaur-themed carts around an erupting volcano.
The entertainment center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It costs $24 for locals and $27 for nonlocals.
6569 Las Vegas Blvd. South; dinosauroutpost.com
F1 Arcade Las Vegas
F1 Arcade brings the thrill of Formula One with state-of-the-art racing simulators. The arcade recently announced three summer packages “for every type of racer,” including The Fast Lane, which offers one three-race series, one alcoholic beverage and one shared plate or flatbread for $59.
It is open from noon to 11 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, noon to midnight Fridays, 10 a.m. to midnight Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays. The price for a race starts at $26 to $30, and the minimum age is 7.
3500 Las Vegas Blvd. South; f1arcade.com