April Events are Booked at the Gateway Kartplex
Last Updated on April 8, 2025 by WWTR
The Gateway Kartplex is up and running for the 2025 season. Photo by Mark Schwigen.
MADISON, Ill. (April 1, 2025) – The Gateway Kartplex’s season is in full swing in April 2025. The Kartplex will continue to host their variety of series and events such as the Ignite Series, SuperComp Series, iDrive and Party at the Plex presented by All Mischief.
The Saturday Ignite spec series runs its first two races on April 5, and races 3 and 4 of the spec series will be held on April 26. Both events will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This series only allows two of Margay Ignite chassis with the Briggs 206 engine: the K2 for racers 8-12 years of age and the K3 for racers 12 years of age and up. For more information regarding class regulations, please visit the Kartplex website.
Typically held on Sunday’s, SuperComp races start back up on April 6 for races 1 and 2, and April 27 for races 3 and 4. SuperComp is raced based on classes and allows for any type of chassis. Each racer must adhere to the rules for their desired class that are posted on the Kartplex website.
For the Ignite and SuperComp series, please visit the Kartplex website for further details about pricing for testing and races. The Kartplex offers seasonal memberships for racers as well as single day passes for testing or races.
The reoccurring Wednesday night rental kart racing Spring iDrive series returns for the first two races of the season on April 9 and 23. For this series, classes are based off weight: light, medium and heavy. The racers in this series go head-to-head to try and make it to the Shootout for a chance to win an Ignite K3 scholarship. Prices for a full series pass, for Spring or Fall, starts at $400, and a single entry can be purchased at $70 per event.
For a night full of music, food, cars and high-speed karting, visit the Gateway Kartplex on April 19 for Party at the Plex presented by All Mischief. The party will take place at the Kartplex from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. where a discounted karting rate of $30 for a race will be offered. To drive during this night of fun, there is a minimum age of 14 years old and closed toe shoes are required. Guests 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Alongside the on-track action, a car show will fill the lot with more than 15 awards to be handed out. The night will be full of giveaways and plenty of vendors will be in attendance for guests to get some gear and goodies. Food and beverages will be available for purchase as well as a bar for guests who are 21 plus.
For more information, please visit the Gateway Kartplex website or call at (618) 219-8515.
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World Wide Technology Raceway (WWTR) is the home of NASCAR, INDYCAR and NHRA racing in St. Louis’ Metro East region. Located just five minutes from downtown St. Louis and covering more than 700 acres, WWTR is the largest outdoor entertainment facility in the area. WWTR’s facilities include a 1.25-mile superspeedway; 1/4-mile drag strip; 2.0-mile road course; the Gateway Kartplex state-of-the-art karting facility; and the adjacent Gateway National Golf Links. WWTR and Owner & CEO Curtis Francois have been recognized with several awards, including: 2023 St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame induction; 2023 Innovation in Philanthropy Award by the St. Louis Business Journal; 2022 Explore St. Louis Hospitality Hero Recognition; 2022 Best in Show and Best Event & Festival from the Illinois Governor’s Conference on Tourism; 2021 Comcast Community Champion of the Year; 2021 Jack Buck Award; 2020 NASCAR Drive for Diversity Track Award; 2018 Innovator Award from the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission; 2017 Outstanding Facility of the Year Award from the Race Track Business Conference; and the 2017 Spirit of St. Louis Award from the St. Louis Attractions Association. Our mission: We are committed to making a difference in our community, while providing first-class entertainment and memories that last a lifetime.
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