Lorain Ohio KartPlex

06/17/2026

In town for practice on Thursday?

After a day at the track, head down to Lorain's waterfront and check out Trent's Joint on the River for Thirsty Thursday featuring Ronnie Clinton live from 6-9 PM.

It's a great chance to enjoy some live music, grab a bite to eat, and experience everything happening along the Black River while you're in town for the races.

06/16/2026

RACE ALL DAY AND ROCK OUT ALL NIGHT! 🏁 🎸

We're proud to partner with Rockin' On The River to bring a special bonus to our racers this weekend!

Every driver registered for BRKC Round 3 (June 20) or BRKC Round 4/T4 Series East (June 21) will receive one FREE ticket to this Friday night's Rockin' On The River concert!

Your ticket will be included in your driver packet, which can be picked up during registration on Friday before the concert.

This Week's Show:
6:15 PM – Rock The House Live
8:45 PM – 24K Magic: The Ultimate Bruno Mars Tribute

📍 Friday, June 19
📍 Black River Landing Amphitheater, Lorain

Regular admission is just $10, but all registered race drivers get in FREE!

Learn more at www.rockinontheriver.com

06/16/2026

BIG NEWS FOR Kartzone NA!

KartZone has officially been named the Exclusive United States Importer for Formula K and Praga Karts by IPKarting, one of the world's leading kart manufacturers.

This partnership makes KartZone the official source for Formula K and Praga Kart chassis, parts distribution, dealer development, technical support, and race support programs throughout the United States.

We're excited to help grow both brands across North America by providing racers and teams with access to championship-winning equipment backed by industry-leading support.

Read the full announcement here:

KartZone is appointed the exclusive United States importer for the Formula K and Praga Kart brands by IPKarting.

06/15/2026

UPDATED PRO TRACK SCHEDULE
June 17–21

Thank you for your patience as we work through a very busy week leading up to our Grand Opening and continue onboarding and training new staff.

We appreciate everyone's understanding as we navigate these temporary schedule adjustments. Once we get through this initial launch period, we'll be moving to a more consistent practice schedule.

06/11/2026

T4 Series USA 2026 | T4 Eastern Cup | June 21

Registration now available at www.apexracehub.com

Drivers competing in a Tillotson class will automatically be entered into the T4 Eastern Cup championship when they register for and race in the Black River Kart Club Round 4 / T4 Series USA event.

Secure your spot today and join us at Lorain Ohio Kartplex for Round 2 of the T4 Eastern Cup.

06/10/2026

Today we had the opportunity to welcome teachers from across Lorain for a tour of the Lorain Ohio Kartplex.

As we prepare for our Grand Opening, we’re excited to explore ways to partner with local schools, community organizations, and youth outreach programs to create new educational and recreational opportunities for children throughout our region.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to visit. We look forward to building strong community partnerships and finding new ways to make a positive impact both on and off the track!

06/07/2026

This week's Pro Competition Track open practice schedule is now available.

As we continue preparing for our Grand Opening on June 20th, we've adjusted practice hours slightly this week to allow additional staff training and final preparations around the facility.

These changes are temporary and we'll be expanding practice availability and have a more consistent schedule in the coming weeks.

Thank you to all the drivers, teams, and families for your patience and support.

06/06/2026

Want a closer look at our new rental karts in action?

Our latest video showcases the karts on track, giving you an up-close view of their performance, handling, and speed as they tackle the twists and turns of the circuit.

Combined with our purpose-built outdoor track, these karts deliver an experience unlike anything else in the region.

Check out the video and get ready to hit the track at our Grand Opening on June 20th at 10AM!

06/02/2026

Our new public rental karts hit the track for a full test session today, and they were an absolute blast!

Our staff spent the day behind the wheel putting the Tillotson rental karts through their paces, and the verdict was unanimous: these things are a ton of fun to drive.

Join us Saturday, June 20th for our Grand Opening. We can't wait for everyone to experience them for themselves!

Check out these photos from today's testing session.