7 tracks across Tennessee have real evidence of children driving — junior karts, family sessions or a published minimum age — rather than just an arcade next to an adults-only track. They're spread across 2 metro areas, so most of the state is within a reasonable drive of one.
Height governs more than age at most venues: the lowest published requirement among these tracks is 56 inches. Requirements differ by kart class, so check the individual track page and call ahead if your child is near the cutoff.
Music City Kartplex, K1 Speed Memphis, The Track - Pigeon Forge and 4 more — all listed below with ratings and locations.
Nashville (1), Memphis (1).
The lowest published height requirement is 56 inches. Most venues size junior karts by height rather than age, and rules differ by kart class — confirm with the track before visiting.
Go Karting USA lists 8 operating tracks in Tennessee — see the full Tennessee guide for all of them, not only kids go-karting venues.