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K1 Speed Des Moines
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,261 Google reviews · Go-kart track in Grimes, Iowa
Electric-powered go-karting for adults & children on an indoor track, plus small arcade & gift shop.
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 12–15, 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
- Dress code closed-toe shoes are required, and many tracks provide or sell a head sock to wear under the helmet — skip loose scarves and drawstrings
- Food & bar somewhere to grab food or a drink between races
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (515) 986-2442
- 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
“Some of the arcade machines were down and the machine were you get the arcade card was down.”
What racers highlight
“They did 2 races and had an absolute blast.”
“(Will definitely come back for a fun, slightly competitive, super unique, date night also!”
“Some of the arcade machines were down and the machine were you get the arcade card was down.”
From the reviews
Wow!!! What an experience of go karting here. Both adult and junior level go karts are available. Price totally justify the experience. You get ten laps for 1 race. Proper walkthrough given before the race. You got to organize and celebrate birthdays. Not sure if they can order food.
It was my twin 12 yr old sons birthday and they wanted to give this a try before we went shopping. They did 2 races and had an absolute blast. The guy at the front desk was very helpful in explaining the prices and packages, ect. They made sure their helmets fit and all were safely buckled and secured.
Doing 5star since my kid had fun driving the carts, but when we 1st got there the explanation on how it all works options and pricing was not explained well it seemed as if they assumed this was not our 1st time there. Also the guy was super quiet i could not hear well.
A need for speed. Got to try this awesome place out during a birthday party. It was a great time for the entire family from 8 to 68. There was close to 30 people in our group. They broke it up into adult and kid races and even changed up your fellow racers the second time around so you got to race with lots of friends.
Birthday parties at K1 Speed Des Moines
K1 Speed Des Moines 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 Des Moines
Reviews and the track's own info mention junior or kid-sized karts at K1 Speed Des Moines — 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 Des Moines
K1 Speed Des Moines 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 Des Moines
K1 Speed Des Moines 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.
