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Whole Family!

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Delicious Food &
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Birthday Fun

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Corporate Events

Birthday Parties

Arrive & Drive

Family in lobby of K1 Speed

Fun for the
Whole Family!

Paddock Lounge

Delicious Food &
Refreshing Drinks
At the Paddock Lounge

View Menu
kart with birthday balloonsBOOK NOW

WE MAKE IT EASY
TO PLAN YOUR PARTY
AND CELEBRATE
WITH FRIENDS!

Birthday Fun

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Indoor Go-Kart Racing Santa Clara

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HOURS

  • SPECIAL HOURS:
    SUN 11/8: 10:00AM - 11:00PM
    MON 11/9: 11:00AM - 10:00PM

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NOTE: No Junior races after 8pm on FRI and SAT.

DETAILS

  Open for Fun Since 2011

  1 Challenging Track

  Adult and Junior Electric Karts

  Paddock Lounge restaurant

  Arcade

  2 Meeting Rooms with A/V Connections

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Santa Clara’s Best Entertainment

Welcome to K1 Speed Santa Clara, the ultimate destination for excitement and entertainment in the heart of Silicon Valley. Serving San Jose, Sunnyvale, and the entire Bay Area, our 350-person maximum capacity location is more than just a go-kart track. We offer a complete entertainment experience for the whole family, friends, and colleagues. From our thrilling indoor racetrack and engaging arcade to our comfortable Paddock Lounge, we have everything you need for an unforgettable day or night out. Free, on-site parking is available with around 50 spots.

 

One of the best indoor go-kart tracks in Northern California!

 

Track Layout

 

The Santa Clara track has 14 turns and winds back and forth by design. Solid turn entry points are crucial for competitive lap times. Preview the track layout.

Relax and Recharge at the Paddock Lounge

Adults eating and drinking at the Paddock Lounge.

Take a break from the action and recharge at our Paddock Lounge. This casual dining lounge is the perfect spot to relax, watch the races, and share stories with friends. Our menu features a delicious selection of food, including crowd-pleasers like pizza, burgers, and wings, as well as a wide assortment of refreshing beverages for both kids and adults. It’s the ideal pit stop during your visit. Guests 21 or older who’ve finished racing may enjoy a selection of beer and wine options.

 

Podium Pick: Pepperoni & Hot Honey Pizza

EXPLORE THE MENU

High-Speed Electric Racing

Two people racing go-karts at K1 Speed.

Experience the adrenaline rush of authentic European-style indoor go-kart racing at K1 Speed Santa Clara. Our all-electric go-karts are the real deal, boasting 20hp motors that can reach speeds of nearly 45mph. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, our high-grip, challenging indoor track is designed to test your skills. We feature both adult and junior karts, making it the perfect high-octane activity for everyone.

 

Learn more here: Electric Karts vs Gas Karts.

 

New to K1 Speed? For height requirements, what to wear, and other first-timer info, read our “Know Before You Go” guide!

More Than Racing

A girl plays a prize machine at the K1 Speed Arcade.

The fun doesn’t stop when the race is over. After you’ve set your fastest lap, head over to the K1 Speed Santa Clara arcade to keep the friendly competition going. Our game center is packed with fun, featuring classics and air hockey, totalling 14 video games. It’s the perfect place to play between races or while you wait for your next heat.

Unforgettable Group Events

Adults celebrate on the podium at K1 Speed during a team building activity.

Host your next private event at K1 Speed Santa Clara for an experience your guests will never forget. We are experts in fun, specializing in everything from kids’ birthdays, teen birthdays, and adult birthday parties to action-packed bachelor or bachelorette parties. For our corporate clients, we offer the most engaging team-building activities, corporate events, and holiday parties in the Bay Area, complete with private meeting rooms and catering options. Our dedicated rooms are the Laguna Room (40 max capacity, AC, TV) and the Infineon Room (40 max capacity, AC, TV, View of the track). Guests often choose to host in the Paddock Lounge area, offering an open space with mixed seating options for parties of 20 maximum.

Visited Santa Clara K1 Speed on Halloween and had a great time. I am an experienced kart driver and some K-1 locations don't seem very well run. This location is great and is run smoothly and safely. And here is a hint: they put marks on the barriers that show apexes and other important locations on the fast line.
Charles S.
Charles S.
21:56 02 Nov 26
Quick safety briefings, zippy little cars, and a staff that kept people safe during bunch-ups. Had a blast. Really smooth operation overall. Probably for bigger kids rather than the little ones unless you can have an entire group that is careful not to bump the young ‘uns.
John B.
John B.
14:31 23 Oct 26
Came here on Saturday, 10/17/2026 with 9 friends at around 5 pm-ish. We all had a great time. Most of us, this was their first time. Process was smooth. Instructor was great and spoke clearly and loudly. The ladies at the front counter checking us in were awesome. They were friendly and nice and were patient with us. We will definitely come again.
Turtle T.
Turtle T.
22:00 20 Oct 26
Lots of fun. My friends brother from Canada had the time of his life. Would love to go back again.
Bob N.
Bob N.
20:14 16 Oct 26
I had such a good time for the first time. Me and my son went and I was so nervous at first. Because, I never done racing before. And I don't know the guy's name, but he was working on a weekend on Saturday at 7 o'clock and he helped me out so much, I appreciate his patience and by the end of the race, I was so comfortable. I am definitely gonna try to make it every 2 weeks.
Brittany B.
Brittany B.
03:32 12 Oct 26
🚀🏎️
David Perez R.
David Perez R.
19:25 11 Oct 26
K1 Speed Santa Clara is such a fun experience! 🏎️ Great for family outings, hanging with friends, or corporate events. The racing is exciting, the atmosphere is energetic, and there’s something for everyone. Definitely a great place to make memories and have some friendly competition!
Nina
Nina
19:41 06 Oct 26
I’m updating my review after giving K1 another try. I had gone in on a Saturday and was told it was going to be a 3 hour wait time for a race. Seemed like they didn’t want us to participate so we left. We then had a manager call us explaining how busy they get on the weekends. They offered my gf and I a free race each so we went in on a Thursday night. Wait time were much shorter, about 15 mins. We did a total of 3 races each and had lots of fun. The carts were governed but it was also our first time racing so I understand it from a safety standpoint. I did my best lap at 25.3, first time carting so I’ll take it. I hope to return shortly and would recommend going on a weekday. Weekend wait times are just too long. I’d give it a 4.6/5
Julian A.
Julian A.
19:36 02 Oct 26
Fun karts attentive team lots of fun!
K C
K C
22:06 21 Sep 26
Lots of fun, I just wish their cars were maintained better, my car was vibrating and acceleration was not consistent.
Cesar Ivan Camacho G.
Cesar Ivan Camacho G.
05:41 21 Sep 26
This place is freaking amazing!!!
ian G.
ian G.
02:54 17 Sep 26
Fue una experiencia increíble jamás lo olvidaré
Zahir M.
Zahir M.
20:09 11 Sep 26
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