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K1 Speed Carlsbad
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,080 Google reviews · Go-kart track in Carlsbad, California
Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.
Plan your visit
- Price about $40 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
- 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 +1 760-929-2225
- 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
“The track is challenging and the karts are excellent, they use the OTL Superleggero, which is a top notch electric kart for the rental domain.”
“The team is professional and friendly, and there’s a food court on site along with arcade games and pool tables to enjoy after racing.”
What racers highlight
“It allowed them to get quality races in, while being just long enough for the adrenaline rush and hand grips to start fading.”
“We brought a group of 15 middle schoolers here for a weekday bonding trip, and they had an absolute blast.”
“The fee for the party included pizza and soft drinks.”
“The team is professional and friendly, and there’s a food court on site along with arcade games and pool tables to enjoy after racing.”
“Very nice, clean and new, but a little pricey and can be very busy!”
From the reviews
A great spacious facility with Go Karts and arcade games. We hosted a birthday party for a teenager and all the kids had a great time. The fee for the party included pizza and soft drinks. We were allowed to bring a dessert. The staff is very organized and friendly. The party rooms are nice and well maintained.
Took my kids on a Monday. Wait time was about an hour and a few minutes 😑. 2 laps for 3 kids was $190. Food and drinks are available for purchase. The place has a dining area so enough seats while you wait. Also there's some arcade games to play while you wait. Enough parking. Restrooms available.
Fun experience but way too expensive, including the food! Best to go on a slow weekday otherwise wait times way too long. Fun driving the cars around the track and they're pretty fast!
I have not been to this location in a few years. It was definitely a much better experience. Took the family for some fun and we had a good time. Our cars worked properly, though my friends daughter had an issue with her car being slow for her first race. Her second race had a better car.
Birthday parties at K1 Speed Carlsbad
K1 Speed Carlsbad 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.
Adult & high-speed racing at K1 Speed Carlsbad
K1 Speed Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad
K1 Speed Carlsbad 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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