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    World of Racing

    4.8 (91 reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Abby R.

    First impression staff was very kind and professional and also very fun. As first time customers we were really impressed and look forward to coming back. This is a cool place the atmosphere is so cool and very clean and comfortable. There's a vending machine to help yourself to something to drink and snack in between races. The atmosphere really makes you feel like you are at a vip racetrack club. The staff is really knowledgeable and really helps you out in understanding how to work the VR and overall made our experience wonderful. I highly recommend coming on a weekday as they get busy on weekends. Can't wait to come back it was seriously effortless fun! Special thank you to put crew member Manuel for making our experience awesome!

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    Went here with a group of friends for my 30th birthday and had an awesome time. The staff was super chill and easy to talk to. I coordinated with Bradley ahead of time and he was really helpful in setting things up for our group. If you're planning an event, definitely ask them about the different packages. It helps figure out what works best for your budget and group size. They've also got a couple booth tables in the back which can work out well for any food/pizza/snacks. The space itself has a cool vibe. It's dark inside which adds to the whole racing atmosphere. Everything felt well taken care of. The simulators were solid. Way more immersive than I expected. They've got the Pro rigs with triple screens and also Esports setups with a big ultra-wide monitor. I liked that we could book a private session and all be on the same track. Voice chat was on too so we were able to talk some trash and mess around while racing. I drove a Nissan R35 for one race and a formula car for the other. If you're like me and don't already have a dream car in mind, maybe think about it before you go. Makes picking quicker. I didn't expect to sweat, but honestly the steering and motion felt so real I was working harder than I thought. Highly recommend checking this place out. The price may seem high, but if you're into racing or just want to try something new with friends, it's totally worth it. The staff really seems to care about the experience, and it shows through their quality rig setup!

    Amber S.

    As a mom to a teenage boy, I really have to try to find new things that he likes because the trips to the park don't cut it like they used to. My kid enjoys racing games, so I looked up a racing spot to visit for his spring break. I found world of racing. It was easy to make a reservation online, which is always a plus. It's in a decent size shopping center with plenty of parking. Once your reservation time comes up, the employee calls you to go over the rules while racing. Everyone gets seated and you're ready to race. The hour really does fly by. My son did the race with all the large screens surrounding him, while I did the other one. He loved it. I enjoyed it. Definitely would recommend it for a family outing. Both of us had fun.

    Awesome time here in the sims! So much fun you'll break a sweat! I'll be back soon!

    Laurice H.

    I took my son here for his 15th birthday with a small group. We have done other simulations before, but this was our first time racing. We did the 1 hour session... boy did time go by fast! The immersive sim was so much fun, but beware if you get motion sickness. Arrive early, as parking can be a challenge. They offer free water bottles and have booth seating are available while you wait. Vending machines are also available for snacks. The staff was very so nice and accommodating. We will definitely come back!!

    Ruth W.

    I found out abt this place via Instagram. I have little experience abt virtual races but the instagram sold me. So I brought my son and his 2 close friends here this morning. When we opened the doors - the boys face lite up. It was like they are in race heaven. The staff are super friendly, very helpful and knowledgeable. This virtual race makes you feel like you are driving a race car - without the full expense. Super fun experience. Highly highly recommend this place!!! I wish there were more stars to give.

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    Paid for a group of three for the best package and it was worth it. 2 hour workout and laughing had all of us sleeping good

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    Really recommend, come test your driving skills .super fun sims , truly responsive set ups, friendly staff. A racers play pen.

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    Atmosphere is fantastic sim machines are top notch. Super affordable as well with a great staff.

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    Had a really great time. This experience is really something cool! Peter was great and was awesome with accommodating us!

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    Fun time with my buddies, wish that it was a little cheaper but worth it if you can get enough people to go!

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    Been here twice in the past. Can't wait to go back. The simulators are very fun and realistic. Safest way to drive fast.

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    Super cool experience with a group of guys looking to do something new and innovative.

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    Very fun experience! This is definitely a place to try with a small group of friends for an hour or two.

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    I liked the session a lot. It was difficult to race, so I got the third place . But I will definitely try more. Overwhelming experience.

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    Ask the Community - World of Racing

    Planning to hold a birthday party for my 15 year old son. Will it be good location to do? Most of his friends are in age 14-15.?

    Hi Cherrie! Absolutely! Our teen party runs 2 hours with a driver briefing, a dedicated host, a leaderboard ceremony to crown the winner, photos, and soft drinks for… 

    How crowded does it get? Is it hard to reserve time? Can I just walk in and find an available simulator?

    Hi, It can get crowded on the weekends and holidays, so we do recommend either booking your time… 

    My 85 year old dad is a former stock car racer. Will this scratch his itch to complete?

    Hey Billy! We have found our sims to be the closest thing to real life racing. So, it can definitely do so. You know, in our Pasadena store we have 2 former racers, both probably close to that age, that love to come in once in a while to scratch… 

    Is this good for kids 12 and up?

    It's good for kids 15 and up. It will be too complicated for 12 year kids. The best age would be 18-30😀 youngsters can train their ability to take turns on the computer before hitting the canyons, oldies can remember young days when they were… 

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    “This was my first time ever trying sim racing and I'm so glad that I choose to go to World of Racing in Pasadena.”

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    World of Racing

    World of Racing

    4.8(42 reviews)
    34.8 mi
    Private events
    Large group friendly

    Situated a really nice shopping complex There are a lot of seats so if you forget to book ahead of…read moretime, you can get situated pretty easy. It's set up to host events so if you wanna commission your own event you have all that you need here. There are competitions which can be very fun and a learning experience. They take seriousness with administration, providing a fair race for all and you are driving "with equal machinery" It's also a great experience for people who never tried driving a race car or are kind of unsure about going go karting. This is a slightly step up from that as you're learning, different sports cars and race cars. You can have the option of choosing certain cars and tracks if you're a veteran looking to practice times with a close enough set up to your car if you do hot laps If you get the premium membership that they offer you could do Iracing but you need to pay for your own membership for that separately so that you can access it but if you just want to do nice half hour or more drive that's also good as well

    World of Racing Tuscan is one of four locations available in the contiguous United States, offering…read moreprofessional grade racing simulation set ups for the community to enjoy. We came to celebrate for my partners birthday and was able to walk in fairly easily on a Saturday afternoon. I never experienced anything like this before, and comparing it to Mario Kart would be a disservice to the equipment available at this venue. The physics are realistic, and the specs/riding experience can be tailored to real-life cars. Be aware that turning off track or spinning out of control can cause the wheel to spin vigorously so I would say this isn't meant for younger kids. It made me really appreciate car racing more because it's another level of precision and control needed to make sharp turns while maintaining as much speed as possible. This whole experience had me gripping the steering wheel with exhilaration the whole hour of racing. 10/10 and despite being notoriously bad tolerating virtual simulations due to motion sickness, I was perfectly fine doing the esport simulation.

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    World of Racing - A fun race event!

    A fun race event!

    World of Racing - Rows of drivers racing each other on our Pro Sims.

    Rows of drivers racing each other on our Pro Sims.

    World of Racing - Our lounge with twelve couches and four 98" tv's that show the live in-house racing.

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    Our lounge with twelve couches and four 98" tv's that show the live in-house racing.

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    AROSC

    4.5(2 reviews)
    25.4 mi

    I've been attending the AROSC events for nearly 20 years. You simply can't find a nicer group of…read morepeople to share a race track with. Well organized, safety oriented, yet casual and friendly whenever possible. It feels like family. The driving schools are perfect for introducing someone not only to race track etiquette, but general car control on public roads. They have a class for every level of driver. Beginners are always welcome. The 2 day format allows plenty of time to absorb and practice. A bonus is that once you experience the controlled environment on a race track, your urge to speed on public roads all but vanishes. Perfect for those who have a lead foot! The time trials and race events are fiercely competitive on-track, but totally laid back in the pits. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, which is welcome after running with some other clubs. And rates are far lower than any other organizations of this caliber.

    AROSC has by far one of the best driving schools available. I learned at the school that NASA,…read moreVARA, SCCA, and others take the training from this school to enable for their provisional license. Not only did I learn a lot about technique, I gained valuable knowledge about situational awareness, how to exit my car in emergency situations and quite a few "on track" how too's. The instructors answered all of my questions with positive response, and used the questions in discussion. The end of the weekend graduation exercise with all the instructors was a true eye opening experience, I never would have never thought that I would be able to handle wheel to wheel.

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    Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

    4.1(121 reviews)
    26.9 mi

    Went here for Free Friday, April 17th 2026. My yearly ritual is to attend the Acura Grand Prix of…read moreLong Beach. Today was a beautiful day! Perfect weather and great vibe. This year there were alot more people in attendance then last year! If you have not done so, you must attend because it is so much Fun! From the main attraction of Indy Car races as well as drifting, truck jumping, porche racing, car shows and drinks. I guarantee you will have a good time at the races. Surrounding restaurants make it worth while. Djs playing all day turning up the vibe, there is nothing to ask for. At the end of the day, you get treated to a free concert! Lupe FIASCo happen to perform that evening. It was awesome! Overall, I recommend this event for all ages. For children at opening to 5pm. After 5pm, it gets rowdy with the concert and the drifting. Uber or Lyft is recommended.

    Expensive Parking Parking near the Acura Grand Prix is…read moreextremely expensive, with lots charging $60-$80 close to the entrance. We found a $12 lot about a 10 minute walk away, which was a great deal but surprisingly, navigation apps showed completely inaccurate walking times, so asking people nearby was much more reliable. Confusing Layout and Poor Directions Once inside, things quickly became frustrating. We entered through one side and were told the event had already ended, even though we had arrived two hours before the end time. Multiple employees kept redirecting us to different areas, and no one seemed to know where the racing was actually happening. Unhelpful and Rude Staff We asked around 15-20 staff members, including security and event workers, and most either didn't know or gave conflicting directions. One staff member was outright rude and dismissive, telling us it was too late and trying to sell us tickets for another day instead of helping us figure things out. Overcrowded and Disorganized The event felt extremely crowded and chaotic. There were large groups of people everywhere, a concert happening at the same time, and no clear guidance on where to go for specific activities. We spent nearly two hours just walking in circles trying to find the races. High Prices Everywhere Food and drinks inside were very expensive, which is expected at big events, but even vendors outside and nearby street food stands were charging unusually high prices. Atmosphere and Crowd The vibe was energetic and lively, with a mix of all ages, from babies to adults. It felt like a big, exciting event, but also very loud and overwhelming at times. Overall Experience Unfortunately, we never got to actually watch the races despite having tickets. Between the lack of clear directions, unhelpful staff, and overcrowding, the experience felt more frustrating than enjoyable.

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