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Corporate Events

Birthday Parties

Arrive & Drive

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Fun for the
Whole Family!

Paddock Lounge

Delicious Food &
Refreshing Drinks
At the Paddock Lounge

View Menu
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WE MAKE IT EASY
TO PLAN YOUR PARTY
AND CELEBRATE
WITH FRIENDS!

Birthday Fun

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Indoor Go-Kart Racing Buffalo Grove

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    NOTE: No Junior races after 8pm on FRI and SAT.

    DETAILS

      Open for Fun Since 2013

      Fully Air-Conditioned Location

      2 Challenging Tracks

      Adult and Junior Electric Karts

      Paddock Lounge Restaurant

      5 Meeting Rooms with A/V Connections

      Arcade w/ Billiards (Pool Tables) & Air Hockey

    Indoor Go Kart Racing Chicago

    With Chicago being the third largest city in the United States, we knew one location in Addison wasn’t enough to satisfy the legions of motorsport enthusiasts and speed freaks we love to accommodate. That’s why we created our Buffalo Grove facility. Conveniently located near Highland Park, Northbrook, Palatine, and Arlington Heights, our Buffalo Grove location is the ultimate destination for special occasions, corporate events, or company functions. Both of our two tracks offer high speeds with tight, twisty sections to allow for plenty of overtaking opportunities. Our Paddock Lounge restaurant overlooks these two tracks, providing the perfect environment to enjoy our varied menu and extensive beverage selection. When not racing, our Billiards Room will keep the competitive spirit alive. The five meeting rooms inside our Buffalo Grove location can accommodate groups from 12 to 150 in a world-class setting, with some rooms offering picturesque views of the nearby lake. If you’re in the Greater Chicago Area, a stop at K1 Speed Buffalo Grove is a must for your next birthday celebration, corporate event, team building event, or casual outing. Looking for things to do in Buffalo Grove? Choose K1 Speed today!

    Indoor Go Kart Racing – The K1 Speed Difference

    Have you been go-kart racing before? Were you unimpressed? Most kart tracks fail to impress us too, which is why we set out to create the best karting experience in America, using only the best kart tracks and best go-karts. We can assure you that karting at K1 Speed will change your opinion on go-kart racing, and will give you a whole new outlook on the sport. At K1 Speed, every single one of our tracks is professionally designed and built, and every location is indoors so that people can race regardless of the weather. Though this may not make much of a difference at our Southern California locations, as you know, weather in Chicago can have a mind of its own!

     

    What further separates K1 Speed apart from the competition is our high-performance, all-electric go-karts. When put side-by-side with the anemic, heavy, lawn mower-powered karts of your youth, there is simply no comparison. Our karts are designed in Europe, the heartland of modern kart design, and are powered by environmentally friendly, zero-emission electric motors. With maximum torque available from 0 rpm and the equivalent of 20hp, our karts can achieve a top speed approaching 45mph in mere seconds. The performance is enough to push you back in your seat under acceleration, and extracting maximum performance from these machines takes real talent. However, with power that’s adjustable based on the needs of the driver, our karts are accessible to individuals of all skill sets and experience, from novices to veteran racers.

    Arrive & Drive Racing, Special Events, and Corporate Functions

    There is a multitude of ways to experience indoor go-kart racing at our Chicago locations. However, our most popular option is Arrive & Drive racing. Whether you and your co-workers want to go racing after work or you’d like to come by with friends and family on a Sunday afternoon, our Arrive & Drive program allows you to race our karts any day of the week, any time, without a reservation.* During each Arrive & Drive race, competitors hit the track with up to 11 other racers in a heat. During this race, competitors race against the clock, rather than directly against each other, to see who can set the fastest lap time. Racing in equal machinery, the winner is determined based on talent, skill, and strategy, rather than luck of the draw or your position on the track. To ensure accuracy, we utilize a data logger on every one of our karts, which transmits wirelessly lap times to a large display overlooking the track. This allows racers to keep track of their performance, and that of their competitors, in real time. The experience is thrilling and immersive.

     

    In addition to our Arrive & Drive racing option, we also offer race packages, which provide exclusive use of the track during race heats, reserved race times, and a medal ceremony for winners. Perfect for groups of 9 or more people, these indoor karting packages, available at both Chicago K1 Speed locations, are ideal for:

     

     

    Whichever option is right for you, we are confident that you will not be disappointed in your experience. Quite the contrary in fact! Once you try indoor go-kart racing at our Chicago location, don’t be surprised if you become a regular visitor! Speed is thrilling and for many of our guests, they simply can’t get enough!

     

    *Please inquire about private rentals and height requirements.

    My son had a great time for his first time! I totally recommend it… it’s mildly pricy but worth it for older kids and younger ( they have a seperate track) it’s really cool!
    Kristine G.
    Kristine G.
    17:24 01 Sep 25
    Отличное место для активного отдыха)))
    Vladimir B.
    Vladimir B.
    20:31 28 Aug 25
    What a wonderful experience!! There were a couple naughty older teens that seemed to be out for blood. After giving me whiplash by running into me, the staff immediately intervened and helped! I would 100% go back simply because the staff actually care about your safety. They want you to have fun, but not at the risk of hurting someone. My husband and 2 sons raced their hearts out; having the best time trying to beat one another's lap times. The whole atmosphere is fun and exciting and the staff really know what they are doing. Plus, they have fun with you and encourage and praise your lap times. It was an experience we will never forget! 10/10 recommend!
    Jordy R.
    Jordy R.
    14:24 27 Aug 25
    The track was great and it a lot of fun. I would eat before going to do the Karts but overall was a fun experience if you like to drive fast Go Karts.
    Matthew S.
    Matthew S.
    14:52 26 Aug 25
    Nick is absolutely outstanding as a K1 race instructor! He was patient, encouraging, and really knew how to connect with my son, making the experience both fun and confidence-building. His instructions were clear and easy to follow, and he made sure safety was always a top priority while still keeping the excitement of racing alive.My son came away not only with improved driving skills but also with a huge smile and a sense of accomplishment. Nick’s positive energy and enthusiasm created a fantastic atmosphere that made the whole session unforgettable.We couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. Highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for a safe, fun, and inspiring introduction to racing!
    William M.
    William M.
    17:06 25 Aug 25
    We had a great time here , carts was fast and all worked . We will be back !! The only thing I can pick at is they stopped us a couple times saying we was hitting brakes but wasn’t this slowed our lap time down so much that lap and next
    Standard P.
    Standard P.
    10:34 25 Aug 25
    Quick and Easy sign up and check in.Wait between races was minimal.Tracking results of carts during the race makes it highly competitive.
    Jeff D.
    Jeff D.
    22:04 21 Aug 25
    We did a company outing on a Friday and it went very well! The staff was friendly and helpful and everyone had a blast!
    Melissa S.
    Melissa S.
    15:16 19 Aug 25
    It was our first time there. Everyone was so nice and helpful. It made my family experience much more enjoyable.
    Melissa M.
    Melissa M.
    03:33 12 Aug 25
    I went with a small group, and we didn’t need to reserve spots; we were able to just walk in. To make the process smoother, I recommend registering on your phone. The racing was really fun, and I’d recommend it!
    Bryan W.
    Bryan W.
    17:23 11 Aug 25
    Like Ricky Bobby’s daddy said you wanna go fast!If you ain’t first your last! Lots of fun with the boys raised a few races last night good times wish it was a little bit cheaper, but the staff is pretty good keeping the races going safely shout out to the general manager always being really nice helping out being thoughtful and kind.
    Aloha Eric T.
    Aloha Eric T.
    01:44 02 Aug 25
    Our family had a lot of fun and will definitely be back again. The cars were fast, the staff were helpful and patient with us as first timers. Overall a great experience.
    Tam B.
    Tam B.
    21:15 27 Jul 25

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