This guide is for anyone planning a group event at Andretti,
whether that's a family reunion, a league night, a milestone birthday, or a
get-together that outgrew someone's backyard. Whatever the occasion, the same
handful of decisions determine whether the day runs smoothly or turns into a
logistics headache. Here's how to get it right.
Book Early
Andretti's venues fill up fast, especially on weekends and
around holidays, so the earlier you lock in a date, the more control you have
over timing.
Reserve your preferred time slot before
the weekend calendar fills, particularly for groups of 20 or more.
Group sizes flex from small gatherings of
10 up to large events of 100+, so book based on your actual headcount rather
than guessing high or low.
Check the group event page
for seasonal promotions before you finalize your package.
Mix Up the Activities
The best group events don't put everyone through the same
single activity for two hours straight. Andretti's mix of attractions means
guests can rotate based on what they actually want to do.
- Karting - multi-level electric tracks for racers of every skill level.
- Arcade - hundreds of games, from crane machines to racing cabinets, loaded onto a shared card.
- VR (Hologate) - free-roam virtual reality for guests who want something more immersive.
- Laser Tag - a two-story arena built for team-based competition.
- Bowling and dining - for guests who'd rather sit one round out and still be part of the group.
Add Friendly Competition
Nothing pulls a mixed group together faster than a little
competition with something on the line.
- Set up racing leaderboards so guests can track lap times against each other throughout the event.
- Run arcade tournaments as a break between kart heats, especially for groups with a wide age range.
- Ask about custom trophies for the top finishers. A small prize goes a long way toward making the day feel like an event instead of just an outing.
Let the Pros Handle Logistics
You don't need to run point on every detail yourself.
Andretti's professional event planners handle the scheduling and setup so you
can actually attend your own event.
- A dedicated coordinator manages scheduling, space setup, and meal timing.
- For a fully hands-off corporate offsite, see Corporate Events at Andretti for what a full-service package includes.
- For an arcade-focused team session specifically, Arcade Team Building and Why It's Important breaks down the combo packages built for that use case.
Capture the Moment
The photos from a kart race finish or a laser tag win outlast
the event itself, so plan for them before the day gets busy.
- Designate a guest or two as the group photographer so no one's stuck behind a camera the whole time.
- Ask your event coordinator about the best photo spots near the track or VR arena.
- Share a group hashtag so photos are easy to find and share afterward.
Refuel with Food & Drink
Racing and arcade competitions burn energy fast, so food and
drink options matter more than most planners expect going in.
- Choose from casual bites like pizza and wings, or go with something more elevated: sliders, salads, and signature cocktails.
- Pre-order food packages ahead of time to streamline service and accommodate dietary needs across a large group.
- Coordinate meal timing with your event planner so food service doesn't compete with your racing or tournament schedule.
Ready to bring your group together? Submit a group event request
and Andretti's events team will build a package around your headcount,
activities, and budget.
