Ready, Set, Vroom! Who doesn’t like to go fast? Take the kids go-karting to satisfy their need for speed, either indoors or outdoors. Zoom into our Guide to Go-Karts in the GTA and Southern Ontario.
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K1 Speed
With locations in North York, Mississauga and Cambridge, each indoor racing centre features electric go-karting for both adults and juniors. They also have restaurants with nightclub-style lighting and large meeting rooms with A/V connections.
Where: 75 Carl Hall Road, Unit #9, North York; 1330 Eglinton Ave. East, Mississauga; 355 Hespeler Road, Unit #320, Cambridge
Website: www.k1speed.ca
Kart Town
At Parkway Mall in Scarborough, the thrill of the race meets family-friendly fun at Kart Town. This indoor go-karting arcade provides an all-ages inclusive environment ensures that little racers up to seasoned drivers can get in on the adrenaline-pumping adventure.
Where: Parkway Mall, 85 Ellesmere Road, Unit 102, Scarborough
Website: www.karttown.ca
Mississauga Mini-Indy (Formerly Centennial Mini-Indy)
With no reservations, you can walk in and go karting anytime you like! Kids 11 and up can drive solo and kids 4-11 can ride in a double kart with a driver who has a full G license. Weather-dependent, their season runs from April to November.
Where: 99 Rathburn Rd West, Mississauga (across from Square One)
Website: www.centennialparkminiindy.com
3-S Go-Karts
Near Lake Simcoe, this spot is a 1000-meter professional racing facility and also hosts Karting Championship events and corporate functions.
Where: 26346 Park Road, Sutton
Website: www.3sgokartsinternational.com
Balm Beach Go-Karts
Near the top of Georgian Bay, Balm Beach has a half-mile paved track with 24 go-karts, plus eight double seaters. They also have a 18-hole mini-putt course.
Where: 239 Balm Beach Road West, Perkinsfield
Website: www.balmbeachgokarts.com
Innisfil Indy Karting
South of Barrie, families can race in 70-km/hour Grand Prix Karts on the massive track or just boot around in their single or double go-karts.
Where: 2006 Gilford Road, Gilford
Website: www.innisfilindy.com
Wasaga 500
Amazingly, Wasaga 500 has been in operation since 1960! They have over 50 go-karts available with a track that is fully lit, plus mini-putt and batting cages.
Where: 152 River Road West, Wasaga Beach
Website: www.wasaga500.com
Coboconk Go-Karts & Ice Cream
Operating in Kawartha Lakes for over 56 years, this place has lots of family favourite activities all in one, with a go-kart track, mini-putt course and a huge list of delicious treats.
Where: 6923 Hwy 35, Coboconk (Kawartha Lakes), Ontario
Website: www.coboconkgokartsandicecream.com
Gamebridge Go-Karts at Brechin Motorsport Park
Featuring a thrilling combination of acceleration, braking and passing zones, the eight-metre wide track is an awesome way for anyone with an enthusiasm for speed to have a blast!
Where: 2687 Concession Road A, Brechin
Website: www.gamebridgegokarts.com
Goodwood Kartways
This is the place to go when you are serious about racing! Built on over 20 acres of rolling hills, Goodwood Kartways features one of the most prestigious track layouts in Ontario.
Where: 5200 2nd Concession, Uxbridge, Ontario
Website: www.goodwoodkartways.com
Cameron Speedway
This is an active family’s paradise, with not just go-karts but also paintball, splatmaster, bungee trampoline, rope course, laser tag, bubble soccer, rock climbing, target range, paintball, pro-shop, and snack bar.
Where: 2633 Upper James St., Mount Hope
Website: www.cameronspeedway.com
Hamilton Indoor Go-Karts
Hamilton Indoor Go Karts has been around for more than two decades providing the Golden Horseshoe Area with a safe and fun go-karting experience. For a great keepsake, you can even get an electronically-timed printout of your lap time at the end of your race!
Where: 193 Cavell Avenue, Hamilton
Website: www.hamiltonindoorgokarts.com
Niagara Go-Karts
This outdoor go-karting track has both single and two-person karts available, plus a mini-putt course and a snack bar.
Where: 7104 Kinsmen Court, Niagara Falls
Website: www.gokartsniagara.com
Niagara Speedway at Clifton Hill
Roaring into the Fallsview Tourist Area is this roller coaster-style go-kart track featuring exciting spiral ramps, like a real-life Mario Kart scene! Plus, it’s part of the Clifton Hill Fun Pass with nearby attractions, such as Dinosaur Adventure Golf and the Niagara SkyWheel.
Where: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls
Website: www.cliftonhill.com
Speedquest
This cutting-edge indoor racing venue is built for speed, equipped with state-of-the-art karts for both adrenaline seekers and racing enthusiasts. There is also a café and four party rooms available.
Where: Frederick Mall, 385 Frederick Street, Kitchener
Website: www.speedquest.co
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