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Gateway Kartplex
4.7 ★★★★★ 205 Google reviews · Go-kart track in Madison, Illinois
Visitors can race go-karts around a track at this activity center with active military discounts.
Plan your visit
- Price about $95 per race — confirm with the track; multi-race packages are usually cheaper than a single race
- First time? most tracks are arrive-and-drive — walk-ins are usually fine for open racing; arrive a few minutes early for the safety briefing, and expect a short wait for a grid on busy days
- Junior karts kid-sized or cadet karts mentioned — check the current height and age requirements before you bring little racers
- High-speed racing pro/adult karts or competitive racing mentioned — ask about lap timing and league nights
- Groups & corporate group outings, team building, or corporate events mentioned — good for work outings and bachelor parties; book ahead for big crews
- Waiver required here — sign it online before you go to skip the front-desk line
- Phone (618) 219-8515
- Website gatewaykartplex.com
What's inside
“We had an amazing fun time with family and friends today at Gateway Kartplex - High Speed GoKart Racing.”
What racers highlight
“Carts are really fast, track is great for high speeds and passing, people who work there are helpful.”
“The staff were very friendly and informative as well.”
From the reviews
3 races for $60 on Thursdays. Google maps takes you to the drag strip, instead of going all the way around the perimeter take a right halfway through the open gates. Kartplex is in the center of the racetrack. Great place for racing.
Had a good time went into first on first lap in the lead! Then cart starts bogging out to a quarter speed of what is was doing, ended up in 5th! So that sucked... But the rest was enjoyable!
This is my favorite track to race at. I have been racing my own private Lo206 Margay kart and the rental karts at the kartplex since it has opened. My friends and family love this track. I highly recommend this track to anyone looking for some fun. The staff has always been great.
Great times this place is awesome. , Please note this is not your average put put go kart track , they are racing karts ,. Leave the timid one's at home. Best bang for your buck around the STL area for sure. Took my 17 year old son , can't wait to go back.
Junior karts at Gateway Kartplex
Reviews and the track's own info mention junior or kid-sized karts at Gateway Kartplex — lower-speed cadet karts, junior sessions, or height-based karts, usually for ages around 5–8. Age and height requirements change often, so check the current rules before you plan a trip around one.
Adult & high-speed racing at Gateway Kartplex
Gateway Kartplex comes up for adult and high-speed racing — pro karts, timed and competitive racing, league nights, or arrive-and-drive sessions, going by reviews and the track's own info. Faster karts mean real wheel-to-wheel racing without dodging little kids, and tracks that run them often take league sign-ups and group bookings. Schedules vary a lot track to track, so check the calendar or call before you rally the squad.
Group & corporate events at Gateway Kartplex
Gateway Kartplex is mentioned for group and corporate events — team building, work outings, bachelor and bachelorette parties, or big-group racing. Tracks that run these usually offer private track time and package pricing for larger crews, and a host to keep the races moving. Availability and group minimums change, so call ahead to lock in a date and get a quote for your headcount.
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