About this event
2026 MCO Season Opener - Free karting for MCO members!
2:00PM - 6:00PM Saturday, May 9, 2026
Location: Top Karting, 200 Rue d'Edmonton, Gatineau, QC J8Y 3S6
Sports bar, pool tables, large screens of the action and live standings, and spectator viewing area.
Maximum 60 total karting spots available. Must sign up to this event to be eligible for free karting. Must be an MCO member to sign up to this event. Spectators welcome (no limit).
Event requirements
2:00 PM - MCO Season Opener begins in parking lot and/or sportsbar.
2:30 PM - Registration, safety briefing, helmet and suit fitting for first race
3:00 - 6:00 PM - 4 x 20min races of 15 karts. 5 min qualifications.
Important Information:
No karting experience required but participants must be 5ft tall.
Helmets are provided. You may also bring your own helmet, as long as it is a full-face helmet approved by DOT or SNELL. See www.topkarting.com to confirm if your helmet is eligible for use. You want a visor as these go up to 70kmh.
Closed-toe shoes are mandatory (no flip-flops or sandals). Shoes should be comfortable (running shoes or driving shoes) - it's hard to feel the pedals properly with heavy footwear.
Full racing suits can be provided if necessary. You should wear comfortable clothing that you won't mind washing afterwards there is tons of ventilation but you will be exposed to exhaust and rubber particles kicked up from the tires.
Thin light leather gloves are nice to wear and provide some cushioning on the steering wheel.
Disqualification Policy:
Receiving two (2) black flags during a race results in automatic disqualification. Disqualified drivers are not eligible for a refund, credit, or rescheduling. Black flags are issued at the discretion of staff in cases of dangerous or unsportsmanlike driving. All decisions regarding black flags are final.
Any questions just ask the registrar - karting@mco.org