Hours of Operation
Speed City is the country’s premier karting and mini golf destination for all skill levels. Kick fun into overdrive by challenging fellow competitors to a white-knuckle race next to the ONLY purpose-built permanent Formula 1 track in the United States! Cap off your time at the track with holes of fun waiting for you on a COTA-themed or Champions mini golf course.
MINI GOLF
Put your putt-putt skills to the test at Speed City’s brand-new mini-golf course! Take a lap around our 18-hole ‘Circuit Course’ and experience a fun adventure of world-champion-themed action. Looking for something more challenging? COTA also offers a 9-hole ‘Champions Course,’ inspired by professional golf course greens with elegant crests and sand bunkers.
Use the link below to purchase a pre-reservation, or pair it with a COTA Karting race for the ultimate experience.
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KARTING PARTIES
COTA Karting is the most thrilling way to celebrate your birthday, bachelor party or company outing. With our curated packages, party-goers have exclusive access to a private reserved space, photo ops on the COTA Karting Podium, private races and more.
Parties can be curated for adults, junior, or kiddie parties, depending on age and height requirements. Food and beverage is provided, with an option to add-on a round of mini golf.
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KIDDIE & JUNIOR KARTING
Calling all racers (even the youngest and newest!) COTA offers Kiddie Karting racers as well as Junior Karting racers to enjoy the same on-track fun as their parents, making Speed City a one-stop-destination for family fun.
Please note: These activities take place on a separate track from the adult karting activities. This track is located next to the adult track, by the zipline area.
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THE BASICS
Join our 3-week course as our seasoned instructors guide you from the spectator stand to a confident Karting Driver. Each class is one hour long for three consecutive weeks. The next available group will begin on Tuesday, June 24 at 5:00PM.
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Week 1 – Grassroots: Learn the basics of Karts, Driving lines, and Racing.
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Week 2 – Front-Runner: Delve into the finer details of Kart control.
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Week 3 – League Racer: Arm yourself with all of the racing and overtaking skills to become a COTA Karting League Racer
Course Map
Our 15-turn track layout will challenge even the experienced racers. Experience newly-added wide turns, a set of S-turns and a new hairpin turn that comes off a sweeper turn — all working together to contribute to an unforgettable race.
Soarin' Eagle Flight
Soar high above the karting track and the main straight of Circuit of The Americas on our zipline! You’ll see COTA from a whole new angle as you take flight over the country’s premier racing facility. Open during COTA Karting hours.
Requirements: 48in+ (42in+ if accompanied by Adult), max weight 300lbs/passenger, 450lbs gross
Purchase a ride on the Soaring Eagle for $10 on-site or upgrade with a race for $5 per person.
COTA Karting Racing League
Looking to take COTA Karting to the next level? Battle wheel-to-wheel for on-track supremacy against the fastest karting enthusiasts in a Grand Prix style showdown, complete with weekly races, podium celebrations and on-going championship standings!
Gift Cards
Give the gift of speed for your racer’s next birthday, anniversary, holiday or any other celebration! Choose between a single race, 2-race, 3-race or cash amount to be loaded onto your digital gift card! All drivers must be at least 16 years of age, and possess a valid driver’s license (must be presented and verified upon arrival).
Requirements
Please bring a valid Driver's License. This is required for any participants who will be driving.
Please arrive thirty minutes prior to your karting session
Closed-toe shoes are required for all racers and riders. Slippers and high heels are also prohibited. (Shoes must have a back)
Helmets and head socks are required and provided by COTA Karting
Single Kart Driver requirement: 16 years old, minimum height of 58 inches; Valid Driver's License (must be presented for verification upon arrival)
Double Kart Driver requirement: 16 years old, minimum height of 58 inches; Valid Driver's License (must be presented for verification upon arrival)
Double Kart Passenger requirement: minimum height of 48 inches
Maximum weight limit for single karts is 275 lbs
All drivers must be able to safely and comfortably sit in the kart with the restraints secured
Drivers must be able to grab the steering wheel with both hands, and press the pedals with both corresponding legs
Hair below shoulders must be pulled back or tucked into shirt for drivers and riders' safety
Zipline Requirements: 48in+ (42in+ if accompanied by Adult), max weight 300lbs/passenger, 450lbs gross
FORMS & WAIVERS
All participants MUST sign the waiver below. Waivers are available at the COTA Karting track; however, you can save time by e-Signing prior to your track session, and/or printing and signing the parental consent form.
Please note that all racers and parents of minors must show proof of photo identification in order to race.
COTA KARTING WAIVERFAQs
Guests can save time at check-in by preregistering online at https://bookings.clubspeed.com/cota/cotaaustin.
All racers must bring a valid Driver’s license, and will need to wear or bring closed-toe shoes before racing (Slippers and high heels are also non-permissible; shoes must have a back). We do not offer any for sale or rent on-site. Guests with long hair should be prepared to either tie up or tuck in their hair for safety.
Absolutely! COTA Karting caters to all experience levels from novice to expert. Our World Championship team is welcome to assist you with the knowledge needed to enjoy your experience; whether you want to know the perfect racing line, or just need a helping hand understanding how to drive the kart, our team will ensure you’re ready to race!
We do! Double karts are available on a first come, first serve basis; simply book into an Adult Race and request these karts upon check-in. Double karts must be driven by someone at least 16 years old and 58” tall. The passenger in the double kart must be at least 48” tall.
- All heats are 10 minutes long; best lap time wins.
- The number of laps completed in a single heat is completely up to the driver.
- Our drivers are measured by fastest lap time completed in the heat, not by position.
- Times are displayed digitally around the track both during and after each race; results are emailed to the email address on your COTA Karting race account.
- Closed-toe shoes are required. Slippers and high heels are also prohibited.
- No loose clothing (scarves, ponchos, over-sized garments)
- Long hair should be tied and pulled back or tucked into shirt.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted on the Karting premises. If you would like to inquire about food and beverage requests, please contact us at [email protected]
When purchasing race packages online, each package is designated to one individual. For example, if you wanted to purchase 1 race for 6 people, you would need to purchase a quantity of 6 for the 1 race package, not a quantity of 2 for the 3 race package.
A parent or authorized guardian waiver must be signed before any participants under the age of 18 are permitted to race.
All Karts are governed for your safety. On the first lap (the ‘Warm Up’ lap) and the last lap (the ‘Cool Down’ lap), as well as when an incident occurs on track (around you or not) staff will govern the speeds of the karts to ensure the incident has been cleared/corrected before karts return to maximum speed and the race can continue.
Karting-only private events can be booked online at https://circuitoftheamericas.com/rental-inquiry/
For private events requiring catering and/or suites, please contact us at [email protected] for a quote.
For your safety as well as the safety of others on track, all drivers must be able to grab the steering wheel with both hands, and press the gas pedal fully with their right leg and brake pedal fully with their left leg, respectively.
All drivers are subject to the maximum weight requirement of 275 lbs, as well as needing to fit safely and comfortably in the kart with the restraints fully secured. For drivers of unique proportions who may be unsure if they meet all requirements to fit safely, we have additional options available and are always happy to assist with ‘test fitting’ in the Karts before purchase.
Drivers with pre-existing health conditions such as neck or back problems, physical limitations, conditioning deficiencies, heart conditions, and anyone who is pregnant or ailing, are not permitted to drive. You should only drive to your limitations and with the understanding that you should stop your participation immediately if you have any concerns before or while on track.
The Soaring Eagle Zipline is a ski-lift style Zipline that soars you to 180ft above the ground on the Turn 1 hillside, giving you an unparalleled view of the front stretch of COTA all the way to Downtown Austin!
Riders of Zipline must be 48 inches or taller (42 inches or taller if accompanied with an adult). A maximum weight per rider of 300 lbs is enforced, and the combined/gross weight of two riders may not exceed 450lbs.
Zipline can be purchased individually for $10/person, or for just $5/person if combined with the purchase of a Karting race!
