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My summer isn’t complete until I’ve played a few rounds of mini-golf! These mini-putt courses in Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville, and are family favourites. Mini golf is a great summer activity for families because you don’t have to have a whole lot of skills to enjoy yourself. We have a few great mini-golf courses near us and they have unique greens and are fun to play at.
Each mini putt course has been updated for 2023 with updated pricing and more listed below. Have a correction or an addition? Let us know here.
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Vic Hadfield Golf and Learning Centre
Oakville – 340 Burnhamthorpe Rd East | WEBSITE
The Vic Hadfield mini-golf course in Oakville is a full 18-hole course perfect for all skill levels. Vic Hadfield is an Oakville boy who played hockey and set records with the New York Rangers in the ’70s. Turns out, he also loves golf! If you have a hockey fan, they’re going to love this ice rink-themed hole.
2022 Pricing: Adult – $13.00, Juniors (12 + under) – $12.00, Seniors (60 +) – $12.00.
Adventure Village Mini-Golf in Hamilton at Confederation Park
Hamilton – 580 Van Wagners Beach Road | WEBSITE
Adventure Village in Hamilton has a ton of ways to entertain the entire family from batting cages to rock and mineral mining! You will definitely find us here a few times each season. Their 18-hole mini-golf course in Hamiton is a big hit for families and for date nights. The course surrounds a large wooden pirate ship that looks like it sunk over 100 years ago. We are fans of the railway crossing hole and the water fountain hole.
You can choose to play mini-putt only or check out their combo and all-day-play deals to get the biggest bang for you buck. You really can spend a full day playing at Adventure Village. Book your tee time online or walk up to the ticket booth and pay in person. Be warned, on a summer day, you could be in for a wait of over an hour.
Pricing: 13+ years old are $15.00 and children 12 and under are $12
Within Range Golf Centres
3050 Guelph Line in Burlington | WEBSITE
Book a tee time and play a round of 18 holes with the family at this mini-golf course in Burlington. It’s a great-looking course, with lots of hills and water traps to keep you on your toes. Come for a quick round or have your birthday party here. Parties include a round of golf, food, drinks, snacks and more.
Mini Putt Prices: Adults 18+: $10.62, Teens 13-17 and Seniors: $9.73, Kids under 12 $8.85 (all prices + HST)
Rock Chapel Golf Centre
167 Hwy 5 W, Dundas | website
Designed with real golf course quality greens, this one of a kind miniature golf putting course will amaze both golfers and the mini putt crowd with this incredibly fun putting round! Played with just a putter, this real grass mini golf course follows an 18 hole championship golf course design with long rolls, challenging breaks and has real sand bunkers as hazards.
Tee time reservation required. Please call the proshop to pre-book at 905-689-8860.
Mini Golf Prices: Ages 15 & over $13.50, 14 & under $12.25
Bingeman’s Mini Golf
425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener | website
Bingeman’s is known for fun and excitement, so of course they offer not one, but two outdoor courses for mini golf in Kitchener. You can choose to play either the ‘Town Boulevard’ or ‘Country Lane’ course. Each course is 18 holes of big fun.
Price: $10.25 per golfer, per course.
Wedges ‘N Woods
155 Can-Amera Parkway, Cambridge | website
In addition to their driving range and their golf academy teaching lessons, Wedges ‘N Woods also has an 18-hole mini putt course your family will love. Watch for the bunkers and water traps!
Price: Regular $8.75, Seniors $7.75, Elementary age kids $5.75 and toddlers are $3.75. Replay the course for 1/2 on the same day. Mini putt on Tuesdays for 1/2 price.
North Field Golf Centre
website | 513 King George Road Hwy #24, Brantford.
Northfield Golf Centre is a recreational facility for golfers of all ages. Serving families for over 30 years, they have a driving range, full 18-hole old tyme miniature golf course, snack bar, and golf shop. For your night time golfing experience (after the sun sets) the miniputt course is floodlit. Visit on Tuesdays and enjoy 2 for 1 golfing.
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]]>An evening at the drive-in is an evening everyone can enjoy. It’s a long-time favourite date night idea no matter your age. Watch a double feature (and occasionally a triple feature) of your favourite classic movies or a hot new release. I love that it’s cozier than a typical theatre and a little more private.
Kids love the drive-in theatre experience because it’s exciting and out of the box. There’s nothing better than watching a movie in your jammies while eating popcorn in the comfort of your vehicle.
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5-Drive-In Theatre
2332 Ninth Line, Oakville | Website
This 3-screen theatre in Oakville shows some amazing double-feature movie combinations. Pre-buy your tickets to secure your admission. You can also buy tickets at the box office using cash, credit and debit. When the weather is great, expect to see screenings sell out.
The concession stand offers in-car food delivery. Enjoy the typical treats plus burgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers and a ton of different combo deals.
Prices: Start at $14 per person, with a car load ringing in at $25.00. Kids under 5 are free.
Starlight Drive-In Theatre – Now Open!
Address: 59 Green Mountain Rd East, Stoney Creek | Website
With 3 screens, each showing a double feature, the movie selection is sure to please everyone in your group. The concession stand at this Hamilton drive-in movie theatre also sells deep-fried pickles, pretzels and funnel cake! Make the evening easy on yourself and opt for their in-car food delivery option.
Starlight is a popular destination on the weekends. Arrive at least an hour before showtime to get a great spot and get your snacks before the movie starts. You can pre-buy your tickets online or pay cash, debit or credit card at the box office when you arrive.
Prices: Start at $14 per person, with a car load ringing in at $25.00. Kids under 5 are free.
Skyway Drive-In Theatre (formerly Named Can View)
1956 Highway #20 in Fonthill | Website
This theatre reopened under the same ownership as 5-Drive In and the Starlight. That means you can expect the same great service and delicious treats at the concession stand. This location has 4 screens, each showing a double feature every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night.
Prices: Start at $13 per person, with a car load costing $25.00. Kids under 5 are free.
Mustang Drive-In
5012 Jones Baseline, Guelph | Website
Come out and enjoy blockbuster features under the stars every weekend in Guelph. Mustang Theatre has 1 large, outdoor screen that shows 2 movies each night. You can sit outside in the fresh air or in the comfort of your own vehicle.
The box office opens at 7:30 and films are shown Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. Concessions are always available and range from movie night staples to cheeseburgers and poutine.
Prices: General Admission is $13.00, Kids 6-12 Years Old are $5.00 each, and 5 years and younger are FREE! Or visit on Carload Sundays and pay $20 for up to 7 people in one vehicle (excluding long weekends).
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]]>Tip! We also recommended these hotels that have great water slides and/or pools for when you want a smaller-scale wet and wild adventure.
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Indoor Water parks in Ontario
Waves Indoor Water park
Waves Indoor Water Park is located inside the Americana Hotel. It has affordable waterpark day passes that include a full day of fun with water slides, a pool, a water play centre, a toddler splash area and more! We love the beach entry (gradual entry) for little kids and grandparents. Private cabanas are available to rent.
There is also an arcade, a surf shop, an outdoor playground, and places to play. Day passes are $39.95 per person for a full day or save 50% on weeknights. Details here.
Good To Know:
- No outside food or beverage permitted
- On-site restaurant & snack bar
- Life jackets are available for free usage (first come, first served)
- Towels provided onsite
Waves Indoor Waterpark is located at 8444 Lundys Lane, Niagara Falls. Check our Waves reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on Expedia, Trivago or Hotels.com.
Fallsview Indoor Water park
Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is 125,000 square feet of action-packed water fun. It has a massive play area, a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, 6-storey high waterslides, a full-sized wave pool, year-round outdoor activity pool and sundeck, plunge bowl, two oversized adult-only Jacuzzis and a children’s play area.
Drier options for play include the jungle beach playhouse. Day admission prices start at $32.99 per person entry. There is also a $35 parking fee.
Good To Know:
- No outside food or beverages are permitted
- There are on-site restaurants and a snack bar
- Life jackets are available for free (first come, first served)
- Towels are not available on-site, so bring some from home.
Fallsview Waterpark is located at 5685 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Read Fallsview Waterpark reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on Expedia, Trivago or Hotels.ca.
Great Wolf Lodge Resort
Great Wolf Lodge is one of the biggest indoor waterparks in Canada. Families come from all around the province to stay and play here. You must be an overnight hotel guest to use the waterpark, they don’t offer day passes.
Their waterpark features a 4-story interactive fort treehouse complete with slides and toys for all ages. Little kids will love all of the waterslides in various sizes. If you’re looking for high-speed thrills, check out wolf tail which is a thrilling waterslide the teens will love. Don’t miss the frog pond with its obstacles and tube slides for water lovers of every age.
Need to get some R&R? Just grab a tube and float your cares away on the lazy river. Warm up in the whirlpool hot spas – they have one indoor and one outdoor!
Good To Know:
- 7 onsite restaurants and snack areas to keep you nourished
- Pool towels available onsite
- Life jackets are available for free (first come, first served)
Great Wolf Lodge Niagara is located at 3950 Victoria Ave, in Niagara Falls
Read Great Wolf Lodge Niagara reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on Expedia, Trivago or Hotels.ca.
Plunge! Indoor Aquatic Centre at Blue Mountain
I was late to the party when it comes to knowing Blue Mountain had an indoor water feature. While not technically big enough to be an indoor waterpark, it is still a fun place to visit if you’re in the Blue Mountain area. Slip slide down the water slide and enjoy their indoor and outdoor pools. Your family will love the rope swing, dumping bucket and basketball nets, too.
Visit Plunge all year for water park fun. Starting at $16 for a day pass, per person.
Good To Know:
- No outside food or beverages are permitted
- No towels are available, so bring some from home.
Plunge is located at 220 Gord Canning Drive, in the Blue Mountains.
Read Plunge! reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on Expedia, Trivago or Hotels.ca.
Adventure Bay Windsor Indoor Waterpark
Perfect for a weekend getaway to beat the blahs in winter. Adventure Bay Family Water Park features over 35,000 square feet of wild water adventures for guests of all ages. Attractions include 5 waterslides, “FlowRider”, a surf simulator, a wave pool and an activity pool, a lazy river, tot kids zone, and Splash Zone with slides and giant water tipping bucket. Interactive water play features include bubbling jets and geysers, aqua-cannons, tipping cones, and mini bungee swings!
Day passes start at $16.50 per person.
Good To Know:
- Outside food & drink permitted in specific dining areas
- No towels onsite
- Life Jackets are available for free (first come, first served)
Adventure Bay is located at 401 Pitt Street West in Windsor.
Read Adventure Bay reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on their website here.
Hotels With Awesome Indoor Pools and Waterslides (Almost As Good As An Indoor Waterpark)
You don’t have to go to a full-fledged waterpark to find wet and wild fun! We love these hotels with great waterslides and added family-favourite features.
Chelsea Hotel in Toronto
This hotel is beautiful and family-friendly. Their heated pool is perfect for both kids and adults to enjoy. Plus, their Corkscrew Waterslide loops outside the hotel! You have to be a guest at the hotel to swim. Pool and waterslide hours are limited right now, so check their website for open dates and times.
The hotel also has a teen lounge with old-school arcade games, flat-screen televisions, a foosball table and a pool table. Adults are invited to enjoy it too! Also check out the Kids Centre, complete with dress-up, educational and artistic activities to keep kids having fun.
Read Chelsea Hotel reviews on Tripadvisor or book your visit on Expedia, Trivago or Hotels.com.
Mississauga Meadowvale Hilton
We have stayed here with kids and without and it is an ideal hotel for anyone. Our last visit was a quick Family Day staycation and the kids still laugh about how fast their mom zoomed down this curly water slide. The pool’s open hours have been carrying recently so be sure to check it will be open when you plan to stay.
London’s Lamplighter Inn
Look at this indoor lighthouse! The Maplighter Inn is a very popular getaway for families and an equally-popular hotel for travelling sports teams. A visit is high on our must-do list. Read our review here.
Best Western Leamington
*Please contact the hotel before you book. Their pool has been under renovation in 2023.
In addition to the mini indoor waterpark and long water slides, this hotel offers an indoor climbing structure, basketball court, badminton, ping pong and more! You can read our review here.
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]]>From their website:
“Activate is the world’s first active gaming facility, where you’ll play arcade-style games by actually jumping, climbing, and dodging. You and your group of 3-5 will move freely between eleven interactive rooms, choosing games that challenge your agility, problem-solving, and speed. Dive through lasers. Climb glowing walls. Only the best can conquer them all. Think you have what it takes?”
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Visiting Activate in Burlington
Activate Burlington is a large, indoor entertainment facility for players ages 10 and older. The games are challenging and built with adults in mind. We had 2 adults and 2 kids, ages 10 and 12 with us and they tackled the games with gusto. We had a group of four, and Activate recommends 3-5 people per game. 2 can play, but it will be more challenging. Your visit is 75 minutes and you can choose your timeslot through their online booking system. You can have up to 10 in your booking time, but you’ll be split into groups of up to 5 to provide the best playing experience.
The Game Rooms
At Activate, you get access to all 9 rooms of gameplay, and you can play them more than once as long as time permits. I loved that the game rooms included both cooperative and competitive challenges because sometimes it’s fun to kick some butt! The rooms we each very different ad put our skills to the test. My kids loved the “Climb”, the room of light-up rock-climbing grips that change colour from green to red as you scale your way around the room. Stay off the red ones! There is also another level where the grips light up and you need to grab them whack-a-mole style!
“Grid” was a full energy mission to get from side to side without touching the lit tiles on the floor. Needless to say, I was the worst player on our team here, haha! But we laughed so much that I didn’t mind. This room has 3 variations of gameplay you can try. We had so much fun in all of the rooms, but my kids liked “Hoops” – a basketball shooting mission, and “Laser” the most.
“Laser” made you feel like you were creeping through a top-secret vault protected by motion-activated laser beams. It was another laugh-fest that made us sweaty and wide-eyed. This one was hard but so exciting. You can see all of the rooms at Active Burlington here.
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Tips For Your Visit to Activate Burlington
Book your visit online before to make sure you get a spot. Walk-ins are permitted, but you may not get your preferred time. Bring a small group with you, and don’t worry about talent or skill because everyone will have a great time. This was an excellent outing for my tween and teen, and my husband (who likes being home) loved it too.
There are lockers to hold your coats/bags, etc. because you definitely want your hands free and to make movement easy. Short sleeves were good because you want easy access to your Activate wristband because that is what grants you access to the rooms, and tracks your scores. Think of it as a gym class: rubber-soled shoes, long hair tied back.
Outside of each room, and throughout the facility there was hand sanitizer, and we found it to be very clean.
Price: $28 per person, plus taxes. When you book online, you pay $5 to hold your spot and the rest upon arrival.
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Outdoor Birthday Party Locations in and Around Hamilton
Triple C Farm
Parties at Triple C Farm are each 3 hours long and they include the use of a covered eating area with tables and chairs. Parties are run rain or shine, just like life on the farm. During your party at Triple C, your guests will have multiple opportunities to interact with animals. You can hand-feed their ducks and chickens, groom the ponies and donkeys and more!
Starting at $400 for 10 kids and 15 adults
Treetop Trekking
Parties at Treetop Trekking are 3 hours long and full of adventure! Your party will include a reserved outdoor space for eating, two hours of entry to Treewalk Village, and a special t-shirt for the birthday kid! Definitely an outdoor birthday party the guests will remember.
Starting at $300 for 12 participants
Dundas Driving Park
Dundas Driving Park is a popular suggestion from our readers. It’s a sports park with softball fields, a bandshell, swings, independent play equipment such as climbers and slides, a wading pool with a spray pad, an accessible play structure, an outdoor ice rink, and sheltered picnic areas. Washrooms and parking are available on-site as well.
Pavilion Rental: $167
https://www.hamilton.ca/recreation/recreation-facility-rentals
Dundurn Castle
Dundurn Castle and the City of Hamilton offer a Garden Party package at Dundurn Castle! This program includes a two-hour interactive walk-through of the gardens and castle while playing games, followed by one hour of use of the Coach House for food & gifts! Garden Parties are offered in July and August.
$225 for 10 children
Royal Botanical Gardens
Celebrate your child’s special day with a birthday party at Royal Botanical Gardens!
Contact the reservations team at the RBG
Rent A Hamilton Swimming Pool or Park Space
Did you know you can rent out a swimming pool in Hamilton? You can! There are 10 outdoor pools in the City and you can see each one here. Not all are available for rentals, and each one has a different price. You can see that info at the link below.
Cost: starting at $139.30 + HST per hour for pool rentals
https://www.hamilton.ca/recreation/recreation-facility-rentals
Outdoor Birthday Party Locations Near Burlington
Hidden Valley, LaSalle & Lowville Parks
These parks offer private pavilion rentals at their locations. Hidden Valley’s pavilion is right beside their spray pad and playground. Lowville Park is right beside Bronte Creek and has large fields and trails for exploring. LaSalle Park has many options for parties: you can rent some picnic tables and/or sports fields for fun on dry land.
Picnic site rentals for up to 110 people are $78.60 + HST a day for residents and $128.30 + HST a day for non-residents
https://www.burlington.ca/en/live-and-play/picnics.asp
Jacked Sports Bubble Soccer
Play some full-body bubble soccer with Jacked Sports. Their parties include the use of an outdoor soccer field, bubble soccer suits, massive nets and referees!
Contact for pricing
https://jackedsports.com/about/corporate-events/
Conservation Halton
Add some excitement with a challenge course or archery at Kelso Conservation.
Cost: starting at $13 per person
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Outdoor Birthday Party Venues in Oakville
Duran Place
Duran Place has an incredible rooftop terrace for your outdoor birthday needs! Their price includes private space rental for 2 hours with a private washroom, coffee, tea and water. Also included is 1 hour to set up before your party, tables & chairs. Duran Place can also source entertainment like superheroes, princesses, or even a paint party!
Private Floor Rental: $540
https://duranplaceforkids.com/services/birthdays-events/
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Utilize the beautiful provincial park right in our own backyard and host your party in one of their picnic shelters! Bronte Creek has ample green space, plenty of walking trails, their famous children’s Play Barn and Nature Centre, and the rental fee includes the use of their charcoal BBQ!
Pavilion Rental: $150 plus the cost of vehicle permit upon entry
https://www.brontecreek.org/BCPP_Friends/the-park/facilities/picnic
In short, your next event can be easy to plan and host, thanks to these outdoor birthday party venues. Outdoor parties can feel more casual and therefore less stressful. In addition to these ideas, you can also simply plan a date and time and pop in somewhere like the many parks and beaches in the area! Many of our readers suggested setting up early at your favourite local park or beachfront spot and hosting your group there. Make sure to read the rules for the venue, but if you’re looking for a casual fresh air party in good weather, this idea can’t be beaten!
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Bring The Playground Indoors!
Most indoor playgrounds have slides, climbing and play structures, pretend play, and sometimes a separate toddler play area.
Parents appreciate indoor playgrounds for their safety-tested toys and adult-supervised environments, granting them peace of mind as their children engage in active play. These kids indoor playgrounds allow parents to unwind or attend to tasks while their little ones burn off some energy during drop in play time.
Read More: We have lots of ideas for indoor things to do that go beyond indoor play centres which we highly recommend for families.
What to Expect At An Indoor Playground
When visiting a children’s indoor playground or trampoline park, expect a vibrant atmosphere buzzing with laughter and excitement. These lively spaces are filled with colorful play equipment, from slides and ball pits to trampolines and obstacle courses. Kids can have fun, play, and make friends in a safe place with supervision.
Parents can expect a hassle-free experience, with amenities like seating areas, Wi-Fi, and snack bars available. Safety measures such as staff supervision, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance ensure peace of mind for parents.
You can expect a larger crowd at your favourite indoor play centre when the weather is wet or on PA Days and March Break.
Read More: Got Toddlers? They’ll love this list of toddler-friendly play centres.
Planning A Party?
I personally loved the birthday parties we hosted at indoor playgrounds because they were so simple. With just one call almost all of the work was done for me. Play places and trampoline parks almost always offer party packages that include a private birthday party room, set up, to food to clean up, and the entertainment play space is built in! It’s really so easy, and all built into one price.
Plus, parents appreciate anything that wears their kiddo out, right?! I know I did!
Read More: We have many ideas for birthday party places here. The options are so fun and unique!
Indoor Playgrounds In Hamilton and Niagara
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]]>Indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks are excellent destinations no matter the weather or season! When you want something high-energy and full of excitement, an indoor play centre near serves your needs. I love taking my kids to an indoor playground when the weather isn’t cooperating. There’s something to do with kids of all ages.
Indoor playgrounds offer a haven of adventure for children and can be a relief for parents who have kids with energy to burn. These drop in play spaces have colourful slides, ball pits, and climbing structures to help kids move and explore. They provide a weather-proof environment for active play regardless of weather, fostering social interactions and physical development. Kids relish the freedom to explore, conquer obstacles, and make new friends, enhancing their motor skills and confidence.
One way to make sure the fun isn’t overwhelming is to find a location like We Rock The Spectrum in Oakville. They have a quiet spaces in case having the playground indoors gets to be a little too much for guests.
Indoor playgrounds give parents a chance to take a break while their kids play safely. It’s a good time to catch up on work or just relax.Plus, many offer free wifi and even a hot coffee, which makes a visit all the more enticing!
Read More: We visited Lil Monkeys Indoor Playground Inc. Read all about it. And if you’re up for a drive, this indoor playground in London has a trampoline park and ninja course!
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Kids Indoor Playgrounds Near Me Make Great Party Venues
These spots offer a variety of play structures including climbing walls, arcade games and super fast slides. One reason indoor playgrounds make excellent venues for birthday parties is because they offer all-inclusive party packages. Your entertainment, food, set up and clean up can be all taken care of with a single phone call.
You will also find great choices for birthday party places right here. The options are fun and unique and deserve a look as well. Think outside the box!
Indoor Playgrounds: Oakville, Burlington and Milton
This list is our complete list of children’s indoor playgrounds in Milton, Burlington and Oakville. Find our article on Indoor Playgrounds in Hamilton here.
Add Your Trampoline Park or Indoor Play Centre
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]]>Looking for laser tag? Our round up will highlight all of the local places to challenge your friends and people you’ve never met before. Whether you’re planning for a laser tag birthday party or are looking for some drop-in high-energy action, here is where you can find the best laser tag near you.
What Laser Tag Exactly?
Laser tag is a high energy indoor game that combines strategy, teamwork, and adrenaline-pumping action. Players gear up with vests and handheld laser devices, both provided by the location you visit. Players then make their way into a dimly lit, maze-like arena looking for the opposing team members.
The primary goal? Tag opponents with laser beams while dodging incoming fire to rack up points and claim victory. It’s a thrilling experience that is fit for various ages, making it a popular choice for birthday parties or just a fun indoor activity.
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Looking For Laser Quest?
Laser Quest was a very popular destination for anyone interested in playing some laser tag in Mississauga/Oakville. Sadly, with the varying restrictions and closures, Laser Quest closed all of their facilities in September 2020.
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How Old Must Players Be?
Participation isn’t restricted by age. Your kids and adult will enjoy themselves in the excitement of laser tag. One things to keep in mind is that the laser blasters and vests can be heavy for younger kids. My girls were small, and the Planet Laser tag equipment was a little on the heavy side for them at 8 years old. I always suggest parents visit a laser tag centre before you commit to an event so you can test out the weight of the equipment.
Whether you’re a group of friends, a family looking for an awesome outing, or someone planning a fun team-building activity, lasertag offers an experience everyone can enjoy. Players strategize, communicate, and make their way through the maze-like battlegrounds, relying on teamwork and quick decision-making.
Each of these laser tag arenas make great destinations for a family outing or a birthday party or give a gift card for the ultimate experience gift.
Laser Tag Birthday Party For kids?
Birthday parties these arenas are a hit for numerous reasons. They offer a super cool game play setting where your birthday kid and their friends can enjoy friendly competition. The immersive nature of the game ensures everyone gets involved, creating lasting memories.
Tag venues often provide party packages, including private gaming sessions, reserved party areas for cake and celebrations, and sometimes even additional perks like arcade games or special effects lighting. I’ve held my kids parties at Planet Laser in Oakville and Splitsville laser tag in Burlington and recommend them both. We had a great time and so did our guests.
Indoor laser tag centers provide a controlled environment for gameplay, which makes them very popular locations to host birthday parties in the winter and rainy spring months. We’ve been to arenas that have cool themes and obstacles to use to your advantage, adding an extra layer of thrill to the gaming experience. The dimly lit settings with glow in the dark black lights and maze-like layout create an immersive and exciting feel for players.
Ultimate Laser Tag in Oakville, Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and Laser tag in Kitchener Waterloo Region
In this list, you’ll find a round up of all the local options, each offering its own distinct challenges and themes. Whether you’re a newbie seeking an first-time visit to laser tag in Niagara Falls or a seasoned enthusiast looking for a new place to challenge you, these spots promise an exciting time.
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]]>Explore the immersive escape rooms across Hamilton, Burlington, and the Niagara. Whether it’s a family outing, a team-building exercise for colleagues, or a fun hangout with friends, these interactive adventures create lasting memories and provide a shared experience that encourages communication and cooperation.
What is an Escape Room?
Escape rooms are challenges where players solve puzzles and riddles to make their way through a themed plot and try to ‘escape’ within a set time limit. These games have themes that cater to every interest, offering cool challenges perfect for friends, families, or coworkers looking for great entertainment.
Players being their adventure locked in a room together. The rooms are often themed around mysteries, historical events, or science fiction settings. What is the objective? To solve the clues, decipher the codes, and piece together the puzzles cleverly hidden throughout the room.
With a time limit adding suspense, teamwork and quick thinking become essential to successfully completing the mission.
How Many People Do You Need?
The number of players you will need will vary based on the room you choose to complete, but these locations below offer games set up for 2 to 12 people. Normally 4 to 6 players is the magic number which allows for lots of brain power, without too many cooks in the kitchen.
What makes escape rooms such a fantastic activity is their ability to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills in an enjoyable setting. Participants must communicate effectively, pooling their diverse strengths and perspectives to conquer challenges. These rooms require critical thinking, encouraging players to approach problems creatively and work under pressure.
Moreover, escape rooms serve as an excellent group activity.
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How Old Must Players Be?
Rooms are challenging and mainly created for teens and adults. KW Escape Rooms in Kitchener suggests their rooms are for 12 years and older, which in the summertime they offer outdoor escape rooms that start at 8 years old. Alcatraz Escape Room in Hamilton offer party packages recommended for kids 10 and up.
Confundrum Escape Rooms in Burlington has 8 missions to choose from and offers family-friendly options that are great for kids who are around 10 and older. We know a few families who think this is one of the better escape rooms for kids to do. Adventure Rooms in Kitchener suggests kids 8 -10 years old play with their adults to help.
Both Fazed Escape Rooms and Ruze Escape Rooms near me offer family-friendly options as well. Lots of details on their websites, linked for you below.
Each of these venues make great destinations for a team outing or a birthday party or give a gift card for the ultimate experience gift.
Escape Rooms Downtown, Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and Waterloo Region
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]]>Arcades are exciting places where kids can immerse themselves in a world of fun and games. These spots are filled with rows of colourful machines that light up and buzz with excitement. Think of an arcade as a playground for video games!
But what exactly is an arcade? Well, it’s a place packed with various types of games that range from classic pinball machines to the latest cutting-edge video game consoles. Picture yourself surrounded by a variety of games that challenge your skills, test your reflexes, and most importantly, provide heaps of entertainment.
Arcades make a great destination for a team outing or a birthday party. Venues often offer great food and drink options, and cater to large groups regularly.
Playing video games can be a great way for kids to have fun, develop hand-eye coordination, and even learn problem-solving skills. Moderation is key, though! Just like enjoying a tasty treat, playing video games in moderation can be a good thing. It’s important to balance gaming with other activities, like outdoor play, reading, or spending time with friends and family.
Now, let’s explore some fantastic kid-friendly arcades and gaming spots where young gamers can unleash their skills and have a blast! These places are carefully designed with kids in mind, offering a safe and enjoyable environment to play games. From classic arcades with retro games to modern gaming centers equipped with the latest technology, these spots cater to a wide range of interests and ages.
Whether it’s competing in virtual races, embarking on epic adventures, or simply enjoying classic arcade games, these kid-friendly spots ensure a world of excitement and entertainment. Get ready to press start and dive into a world of gaming fun at these amazing arcades and gaming venues specially crafted for young gamers and fun loving parents!
What To Expect At The Arcade
- Every arcade in Ontario is completely unique. They will each have a different quantity and line up of games to choose from. If you;re looking for a specific game, call ahead and see if they have that one.
- Some arcades still run on quarters (sorry, no more penny arcades!) and some run with credit card-like payments where you load an amount of money on the card and use the card to pay for game play. Video games are often priced as “credits”, so it takes 2 credits to play a game, etc.
- Time of day will generally determine how busy the arcade will be. Kids should be ready to wait in line to play the newest and most popular games.
Arcades in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton
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