One of the tracks hosts professional kart races and international events, while the other services patrons for everyday use. The park will hold a grand opening in February. 866-607-7223. www.speedsportzracingpark.com
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Grand Texas' SpeedSportz Racing Park now open in New Caney
Grand Texas' SpeedSportz Racing Park now open in New Caney
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SpeedSportz Racing Park held its soft opening in late December at 22994 Hwy. 242, New Caney. The kart-racing park is the second element of 632-acre entertainment district Grand Texas to open. It features two European-style kart racing tracks.
One of the tracks hosts professional kart races and international events, while the other services patrons for everyday use. The park will hold a grand opening in February. 866-607-7223. www.speedsportzracingpark.com
One of the tracks hosts professional kart races and international events, while the other services patrons for everyday use. The park will hold a grand opening in February. 866-607-7223. www.speedsportzracingpark.com
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