Go-Karting in Arizona
OUTDOOR GAS POWERED GO KARTS IN ARIZONA
Go head-to-head with friends, family, and fellow motorsports fans at Arizona’s premier outdoor karting destination. We are located in Chandler, a 20-30-minute drive from Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, and Gilbert. Our dedicated half-mile, 15-turn karting track puts you behind the wheel of a 270cc Honda gas-powered kart capable of speeds up to 50mph.
Unlike indoor electric karting venues, our outdoor circuit delivers a true open-wheel racing experience on a purpose-built track at the official high-performance driving school of Dodge//SRT.
Why Race at Arizona’s Only Dedicated Outdoor Karting Track
Go-karting is one of the most accessible types of motorsports (and one of the most thrilling). While most karting venues in the Phoenix metro are indoor electric tracks, Radford gives you something different: a genuine outdoor racing experience on a circuit designed for performance driving.
Open to drivers aged 12 and up, our karting sessions are great for birthday celebrations, bachelor parties, corporate team-building, and a first race day for newcomers.

Karting fundamentals:
– For drivers of all skill levels looking to let loose
– Practice driving skills in a fun environment
– Schedule a karting session alongside standard car courses
– Work on race craft

Program specs:
– Open to ages 12+
– 1 hour track time *
– Dedicated karting track
– 270cc gas-powered karts
Go Karting Pricing & What’s Included
Our karting experiences are offered as both individual sessions and full group buyouts, making them ideal for everything from a solo skill-building session to corporate events.
Group Karting Event: $225 Per Person (10-Person Minimum)
- 1 full hour on our outdoor karting track with multiple track configurations
- Helmets and optional race suits included
- Professional instructors for safety briefing, kart operations, racing line demonstration, and flag marshaling
- Access to outdoor pavilion, lockers, bleachers, and Coca-Cola products
- Optional upgrade experiences in a Dodge//SRT Widebody Hellcat (+$225/person): instructor lead-and-follow, autocross, hot laps, team slalom, accident avoidance, or skid car
For individual session availability and pricing, please call our team directly. Sessions are subject to the track schedule and group bookings.
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Our Arizona Racing Karts: Honda GT 270cc
Performance Specs
Our Honda GT 270cc gas-powered karts are the ultimate racing karts for getting that adrenaline rush on our outdoor karting track. These race-ready karts are perfect for testing or building your skills as you challenge your friends, family, or colleagues to a battle for first place.
Our go-karts take driving back to basics, focusing on the driver’s skill and vehicle control. Manual steering and no ABS give you a true ‘feel’ for your kart, as you tear around the karting track just a few inches from the tarmac at speeds of up to 50mph!
– Honda GT 270cc gas-powered engine
– Hydraulic brakes with a pressure-equalizing system
– Up to 50mph
– Flat-top steering wheel
– 17mm stub axle
– Heavy-duty bodywork


Driver Requirements
Drivers must be:
– Minimum Height: 48 inches
– Minimum Age: 12
– Maximum Weight: 300lbs
Driver Safety:
– All drivers must sign a waiver (if you are under 18, a parent, legal guardian, or adult over the age of 18 must complete the waiver for you)
– All drivers must be present for a kart and track orientation prior to driving
– All drivers must wear helmets (Helmets are provided with rental)
– Flat, closed-toe shoes
– No loose clothing
– Long hair should be tied back
Karting for Birthdays, Bachelor Parties & Corporate Events
Our karting facility is a popular choice for milestone birthdays (especially 12th, 16th, and 21st), bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate team-building, club outings, and family reunions. Group buyouts include the full hour on track, all safety equipment, instructor support, and access to our event center for catering and post-race celebrations.
Groups of 10–200 can be accommodated, and our team handles all on-site logistics.
Where to Find Us
Our track is located in Chandler, AZ, at the heart of the Phoenix metro area.
Address: 20000 S. Maricopa Rd., Gate #3, Chandler, AZ 85226
Driving distances:
- Phoenix: ~25 minutes
- Sky Harbor International Airport: ~15-20 minutes
- Scottsdale: ~30 minutes
- Mesa: ~25 minutes
- Tempe: ~20 minutes
- Gilbert: ~25-30 minutes
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Our Events Center
We believe corporate and social events should be fun, interesting, and memorable, so why not leave it to our experts at Radford Racing School? Combine your next karting session with our state-of-the-art event center for groups of 10 to 200. Our team will manage all of your on-site logistics, including catering, so you can focus all your attention on creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Outdoor Go Karting in Arizona
Radford’s outdoor track delivers what indoor karting facilities can’t: real elevation changes, realistic racing-line cornering, and the distinct feel of gas-powered racing in the open air. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a first-time driver, our outdoor circuit gives you the space and freedom to push the limits of speed, handling, and strategy.
Outdoor karting also provides a sense of authenticity that mirrors professional motorsports, adapting to real conditions, mastering high-speed straightaways, and threading tight technical corners.
What to Expect on Race Day
When you arrive at our Chandler facility, our team gets you on track fast. After check-in, you’ll go through your safety briefing, get fitted for your helmet and (optional) race suit, and complete a track orientation. From there, you’re racing. Our session structure is intended to maximize seat time, meaning no long waits between heats, no upsells between races, just driving.
How Does Go Karting Work At Radford?
Go-karting opens up the world of racing to younger generations of race enthusiasts. Our go-karting track is open to all participants aged 12+ with full protective equipment and a comprehensive briefing provided.
Getting Kitted Up
All participants are required to wear the provided kit during all race sessions. Go-karting equipment consists of a go-kart race suit, gloves, and a helmet.
Racers should wear appropriate footwear: comfortable, closed-toe shoes that cover the entire foot and have good grip.
Briefing
Before any of our karting sessions, a full briefing is provided by one of our team members. Participants must attend their session briefing in order to race on our outdoor karting track.
During the briefing, we will cover the flags you can expect to see on the track, marshaller signals, track conditions, how our karts work, and any other information that is pertinent to your karting experience.
Karting Sessions
Before your karting session starts, you will be assigned a kart number. This number will correspond to your track times after the race. Our outdoor go-karting track automatically registers track times – the fastest lap time gets pole position.
Our 1-hour go-karting events are split into two blocks to give racers a chance to refresh and reflect between races.
Debrief
After your karting sessions, head over to our debriefing to find out the results of your session. Don’t forget you will also have access to discounted instructor lead and follow, autocross, hot laps, team slalom, accident avoidance, and skid car experiences.
Karting Health & Safety
Please note that all drivers will be required to adhere to our safety guidelines, advice, and standards at all times both on and off the karting track. Failure to comply may result in removal from the karting session and possible exclusion from future racing activities.
Why Choose Radford for Go Karting in Arizona
We are the official high-performance driving school of Dodge//SRT and Arizona’s only dedicated outdoor karting facility built on a professional racing campus. Here’s what sets us apart from indoor karting venues in the Phoenix metro:
- Outdoor racing on a purpose-built half-mile, 15-turn track with real elevation changes
- Gas-powered 270cc Honda karts reaching up to 50mph — significantly faster than typical indoor electric karts
- Professional racing instructors with backgrounds in SCCA, NHRA, and professional motorsports
- Dedicated facility — we’re not a family entertainment center — we’re a working motorsports campus
- Excellent Google reviews and ratings
- Easily accessible from Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Sky Harbor Airport



