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Grid Lounge is a sim racing venue where you can experience the thrill of competitive motorsports without leaving town. We combine professional-grade racing simulators with a social lounge atmosphere, cold drinks, and a community of people who love racing and cars.

Yes. Drivers of all skill levels are welcome. First-timers will get a quick intro to the rigs, while more experienced drivers can jump right into the action.

Drivers must be tall enough to safely reach the pedals and handle the wheel — generally around 11 years old and up. Younger guests are still welcome to hang out in the lounge area.

None at all. The majority of people who walk through our door for the first time have never touched a racing simulator. Our team will walk you through everything before your first lap. The learning curve is part of the fun. Most first-timers are surprised by how quickly it starts to click.

More realistic than most people expect. You're in a full cockpit with a force-feedback steering wheel, load-cell brake pedal, and screens that put you in the car. The physics are the same ones used by professional racing teams for driver development. It's not an arcade game.

Nope. All simulators are fully set up with racing seats, wheels, pedals, and screens. Just show up ready to race. If you have your own gloves or shoes you like to use, you're welcome to bring them.

More than you'd expect, honestly. You'll be braking hard, turning into corners, and staying focused for the full session. Your hands will grip the wheel tighter than you think. By the end of a solid hour, you'll have used muscles you forgot you had. One of our regulars put it best: sweaty palms and sore feet from the brakes.

Nothing breaks, nothing gets damaged, and nobody judges you. Mistakes are part of how you learn. The car resets, you carry on, and your next lap is usually better because of it. We've watched drivers go from spinning out on every corner to stringing together clean laps in the same session.

Absolutely. Come with a group, cheer your friends on, and decide if you want to jump in. The lounge is a great place to spend an evening even if you never touch the wheel. That said, most people who come to watch end up booking a session.

Day-to-day we run Assetto Corsa for its wide range of cars and tracks. We also have iRacing available for special events and members.

We offer a selection of canned beer, seltzers, and non-alcoholic drinks. We don't serve food directly, but you're welcome to bring in food or arrange catering from local spots for private events.

Standard racing sessions are $35 per hour. We also offer memberships for those who want to race more often, plus specials and events throughout the month.

All bookings are made online at garage.gridlounge.co/book. Pick your date, time, and session length, and you're set. Walk-ins are welcome when a rig is open, but booking ahead guarantees your seat.

One hour is the sweet spot for a first visit. It gives you enough time to settle in, find your rhythm, and actually start improving before the session ends. Thirty minutes goes fast once you're in the seat. Two hours is great if you know you're going to love it. Most people do.

We're open Tuesday through Friday from 3pm to 10pm, Saturday from 1pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 1pm to 6pm. We're closed on Mondays. Grid Unlimited members with 24/7 keycard access can race outside these hours.

Grid Lounge is at 100 East 2nd Street, Suite 103 in Cedar Falls, Iowa. We're right in the heart of downtown.

Yes. Gift cards are available at store.gridlounge.co. They can be used toward any session booking and don't expire.

Not at all. You can book single sessions any time. Memberships are a great value if you plan to race regularly, but there's no requirement to join.

We have two tiers. Club Pass is $69/month and includes 4 hours each month plus member perks. Grid Unlimited is $99/month and includes unlimited racing during staffed hours plus optional add-ons like 24/7 access. Both tiers include discounts on championships and access to member-only events.

Club Pass gives you 4 hours per month plus a 25% discount on Championship fees and member pricing on additional sessions. Grid Unlimited is unlimited racing during staffed hours, plus optional 24/7 keycard access so you can race any time the lounge is open. Both include member-only events.

Yes. Grid Lounge memberships are month-to-month with no long-term commitment. Cancel anytime through your account at garage.gridlounge.co.

Your membership activates immediately upon signup. Your monthly billing date is set from your first payment.

Absolutely. You can upgrade anytime through your account and the difference will be prorated for your current billing cycle.

Staffed hours are our regular open hours: Tuesday through Friday 3–10pm, Saturday 1–10pm, and Sunday 1–6pm. Grid Unlimited members with 24/7 access can race outside these hours with keycard access.

We can run up to six simulators simultaneously for group sessions and private events. If your group is larger, drivers rotate in throughout the session so everyone gets seat time.

Absolutely. We host private events for birthdays, bachelor parties, corporate groups, and more. Private events always include all 6 simulators and can be customized with add-ons like trophies, after-hours rentals, or custom branding. Reach out to events@gridlounge.co to get started.

We do. We bring one or two professional simulators directly to your event — a trade show, product launch, hospitality space, or company party. Our team handles all setup, staffing, and the live leaderboard. Sponsorship branding is included. Visit our Activations page for details.

Our Sprint package starts at 6–10 guests and goes up to 50 guests with our Grid Social package. If you have a smaller group, a standard group booking through our regular sessions is the best fit.

We run seasonal league nights, usually lasting 6–8 weeks. Drivers compete weekly and standings are tracked to crown a season champion. Some leagues include multiple skill classes so everyone has a fair shot at competing. Championship access is included with all memberships.