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K1 Speed Buffalo Grove
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,190 Google reviews · Go-kart track in Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.
Plan your visit
- 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
- Ages families race with kids 11–14, going by reviews — junior karts usually start around ages 5–8
- Junior karts kid-sized or cadet karts mentioned — check the current height and age requirements before you bring little racers
- Electric karts mentioned — instant torque, quieter, and no fumes, so they run great indoors
- 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
- Food & bar somewhere to grab food or a drink between races
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 847-941-9400
- Website k1speed.com
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–12 am |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 am |
| Sunday | 10 am–10 pm |
What's inside
“Then after we had food n drinks and all i can say is we were blown away with the restaurant quality sliders and chicken fingers!”
What racers highlight
“The carts were fast the food was Great the staff was super well trained and the building/facilities were incredible!”
“Surprise Birthday party for my 60 year old friend.”
“You get your lap times handed to you after your race and also emailed to you.”
“The facilities and equipment were clean and well maintained and the staff was friendly and helpful.”
“I was there for a group event.”
From the reviews
Amazing Tracks and so much fun. Wonderful and very helpful customer service. The Go karts are electric but very fast. Great place to have fun and make great memories. They have 2 tracks, One for adults and one for kids shorter the 58 inches.
Took my family there for my youngest sons 15th Birthday. (1-18-25) The young ladies setting everything up were Sooo Helpful. They were also very polite!! The young men giving instructions and setting the cars up dtc. Were Awesome as well.
Not only was it fun, but honestly what made the experience so great was the staff. Maria welcomed us and explained everything with such patience and kindness that we would go back just to see her! Everyone was professional and helpful (and endlessly patient with the fact that we are all scaredy cat first timers!).
The staff here were absolutely amazing 🙌 They handled everything in such a friendly and professional way. Unfortunately, my son wasn’t able to go on the ride because he was just about an inch too short 😔 However, I really appreciated how the team took the time to kindly explain the safety rules and the risks to him,…
Birthday parties at K1 Speed Buffalo Grove
K1 Speed Buffalo Grove hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. Go-kart parties usually come with a dedicated host who runs the races, sorts everyone into heats, and handles setup and cleanup — so parents can mostly watch the racing. Packages typically bundle a set number of races with a party room, pizza, and drinks, and many tracks put younger guests in junior karts. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular tracks.
Junior karts at K1 Speed Buffalo Grove
Reviews and the track's own info mention junior or kid-sized karts at K1 Speed Buffalo Grove — 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 K1 Speed Buffalo Grove
K1 Speed Buffalo Grove 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 K1 Speed Buffalo Grove
K1 Speed Buffalo Grove 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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