K1 Speed announced its opening in The Woodlands area on July 29. The location is the indoor go-kart racing operator's sixth venue in Texas.

A closer look

The new location in The Woodlands area features indoor go-kart racing as well as a full arcade and food at the Paddock Lounge. The all-electric go-karts are imported from Italy and reach speeds of 45 mph for the adult vehicles and 20 mph for the children's vehicles, according to a news release.

Also of note

K1 Speed also offers an arcade stocked with video games, pool tables, air hockey and other games, according to the news release. The Paddock Lounge is a gastropub-inspired cafe and offers items like brisket grilled cheese, burgers and wings as well as soft drinks. Beer and wine will be available soon for adults age 21 and over who have finished racing, according to the news release.


The location includes private event rooms for birthday parties, corporate events and other celebrations.

Notable quote

"We're very happy to open our sixth location in Texas and to join the communities of Conroe and The Woodlands," said Susan Danglard, cofounder and chief marketing officers. "We know residents are going to love this exciting new center. It's been two years in the making, but it'll be worth the wait."