Junior Birthday Parties
Let us host you a great birthday party at The Race Centre. Up to 10 drivers competing head to head in professional race car simulators.
Enjoy practice, qualifying and racing before ending with the all-important podium presentations.
Try before you buy – If Birthday Boy or Girl is still deciding what to do for their birthday treat, they are welcome to a complimentary 10-minute drive before you book their party. Just give the venue a call to arrange.
Book Now Book Now Request Info- Exclusive venue hire
- A Great Party format.
- Up to 10 Drivers can take part.
- May include up to 4 adults
- Call to arrange “Try Before You Buy”
- A fully managed event from start to end
- Quick and simple event briefing
- Practice and Qualifying Session
- Options for 2 or 4 race heats depending on your event duration
- Podium Presentations
Event Flow
The event begins with driver registration and a driver briefing. Everything will be explained regarding the simulator controls and the event format.
It’s then into a 20-minute practice/qualifying session where Drivers will learn the track and get used to the controls.
After the practice/qualifying session, there’ll be either 2 or 4 race heats depending on the event duration, with breaks in between.
Across the Practice/Qualifying session and the Race Heats, Drivers will be accumulating points based on where they finish. The top three drivers will be awarded medals at the end of the event, and there is also an option to add medals for those that didn’t make the podium as well.
Age and Height Restrictions
The following height restrictions apply – minimum 4’5” (135cm), maximum is 6’11” (210cm). Our minimum height of 135cm already factors in the use of a booster seat insert and cushions.
We also have a minimum age of 8 due to the intellectual challenge of the experience.
Numbers on the day
You’ll have the venue hired exclusively.
Up to 10 drivers can take part and race. The 10 may include up to 4 non-under-18’s.
Spectators
As many friends and family as you like are welcome to come and watch.
Dress Code
Dress comfortably (i.e. in loose-fitting clothing) and wear flat-soled shoes.
Cars and Tracks
The venue will offer you a choice from a selection of circuits. Each circuit has been specifically selected and tested to ensure maximum enjoyment.
Availability for Your Event
This is a private event format just for your group. The discounted rates mean that our Junior parties end up about half the price of equivalent adult events.
Secure your preferred date online, give us a call, or drop us an email.
Getting Hold of Us
See our opening times for the best time to get us on the phone.
Always Available
All venues benefit from fully licensed bars serving a selection of beers and wines for the parents, as well as other hot and cold drinks. Confectionary is also always available.
Pre-ordered catering
Event Extension with Pizza Buffet (+30 Minutes) – £80.00
Unlimited Squash – £10 for the whole group
30-Minute Extension Without Pizza Buffet
Event Extension without Pizza Buffet (+30 Minutes) – £50.00
The 30-Minute Extension without pizza buffet provides a relaxed opportunity to refuel with your own food, sing Happy Birthday and enjoy cake (if you have one) without compromising the racing!
Junior Birthday Party - Pricing
For Southampton (Chandlers Ford)
| DURATION | AVAILABILITY | TRACK ACTIVITY | Event Cost |
| 60 minutes | Monday to Friday (Discounted) | Qualifying + 2 races | £185 |
| 90 minutes | Monday to Friday (Discounted) | Qualifying + 4 races | £255 |
| 60 minutes | Saturday & Sunday (Standard Rate) | Qualifying + 2 races | £205 |
| 90 minutes | Saturday & Sunday (Standard Rate) | Qualifying + 4 races | £275 |
School Holiday Specials
There is no need to ever be bored again during the school holidays. Book in with The Race Centre to take advantage of our discounted circuit access for under 18’s and accompanying adults.
Enjoy Simulation Technology at less than karting prices.
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- Driver Registration
- Equipment briefing
- Time split into twenty-minute sessions
- Lap data is available at all times
- Hints and tips if desired
- Optional full lap print-out at the end of your visit
- Best lap data to The Race Centre website
Event Flow
The Under 18’s Holiday Special gives young drivers and accompanying adults, one full hour of track time split up into three twenty-minute sessions. This means that Drivers will typically be at the venue for about an hour and a half.
Height Restrictions
The following height restrictions apply – minimum 4’5” (135cm), maximum is 6’11” (210cm). Our minimum height of 135cm already factors in the use of a booster seat insert and cushions.
Spectators
As many friends and family as you like are welcome to come and watch.
Dress Code
Dress comfortably (i.e. in loose fitting clothing) and wear flat-soled shoes.
Cars and Circuits
For School Holiday Special Sessions, the venue will be running the Track of the Month.
Every month, 4 cars are chosen for driving on the Track of the Month. These cars belong to different classes, starting from the beginner Class D to the expert Class A.
When you join The Race Centre as a new driver, you’ll start as a Class D driver. At the end of each month, the top 3 drivers with the fastest lap times in each class get promoted to the next class up.
During the School Holiday Sessions, you will get to drive the car that corresponds to your current class.
Check the News Feed for additional information, as well as what the Track of the Month/Cars will be for your visit.
See scheduled event dates via the BOOK NOW button below
Always Available
The venue benefits from having a fully licensed bar serving (For those over 18!), which also serves hot and cold drinks. Confectionary is also always available.
School Holiday Specials - Pricing
For Southampton (Chandlers Ford)
| Track Time | Casual User | TRC Member |
| 1 hour | £18.00 per driver | £18.00 per driver |
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It's better than karting because you get to race real cars.Simon age 16
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It was sick. I got the best lap time of the day and beat my brother.James age 12
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It's one thing which actually gets my boys out of the house in the holidays. And I get to relax for a couple of hours.Mrs S.Jackson
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I just wanted to say a big thankyou to you and the guys for organising what turned out to be a fab birthday surprise at the race centre. Enjoyed by everyone, they thought it was brilliant! My son was hooked so I,m sure we,ll be back again in the not too distant futureB.Messingham
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It was a great birthday treat. Keeping ten 15 year old boys quiet with high concentration levels, for a solid hour and a half. All whilst I had a break with a nice cup of tea ... Fantastic Value!S.Peel
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A unique event, something new and different, brilliant for a wide age range (grandson and grandpa!!)S.Everall
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It's better than karting because you get to race real carsSimon - age 16