Need a dose of childhood nostalgia? Las Vegas has plenty of great spots that will have you reliving some feel-good childhood memories.
While many may think of the “entertainment capital of the world” as an adult playground, there are places in the city that blend childhood fun with Sin City excitement. We made a list of just five of the great options in Vegas that bring you back to your childhood in fun ways.
Blending interactive competition with tasty cocktails and snacks, Bonus Round Totally Awesome Bar + Arcade will bring the nostalgia and 80s main character energy. This 21-and-over only bar/arcade, offers all the classic arcade games, and even a gaming system at each table to enjoy a game or two while eating.
Skee ball, Pac-Man, hoops, and all your faves are waiting for you to bring that childhood competitive feel back while sipping delicious cocktails with fun names. And did we mention all the games are free to play with the purchase of food or drink? No quarters or cards needed!
Located inside The District at MGM Grand, Bonus Round is open every day but Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 to 11 p.m. On Mondays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 p.m., guests can enjoy an open bar experience for $45 per person while gaming. For more information, visit the website.
AREA15 Offers Fun For The Whole Family
AREA15, located just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, offers something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a child or just a big kid at heart, there are so many fun things to get your adrenaline and competitive nature to come out and play.
There are so many options for fun here that you could literally spend an entire day and night exploring it all. It’s free to roam around the grounds and check everything out, and each attraction can be enjoyed alone or as a package deal.
Some of the experiences include Interstellar Arc, John Wick Experience, Universal Horror Unleashed, Asylum Bar + Arcade, Dueling Axes, Five Iron Golf, Great Big Game Show, Liftoff, Oddyssey Manor, The Escape Room, Omega Mart, and many others.
For more information and to buy tickets, visit AREA15’s website.
Explore Like A Kid Again At Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart
If you’re looking for a fun adventure with twists and turns you didn’t see coming, Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart is the place to be. Located inside AREA15, this is something the whole family can enjoy together while laughing, climbing, opening secret doors, and just having a good time in an alternate universe.
When you first arrive, you walk through what looks like your average grocery store, but as you check out the products, you realize there is nothing average about this store. And then when you find secret doors and stairs that lead you into a whole other world, you fully grasp that this is anything but ordinary. There’s even a secret bar inside Omega Mart for the adults to enjoy a cocktail while the kids explore some more.
For more information on Omega Mart inside AREA15, visit the website.
Childhood Nostalgia Meets Vegas Nightlife Vibes At Play Playground Inside Luxor
Play Playground offers an experience like no other in Sin City. Childhood nostalgia meets Sin City vibes with larger-than-life games from the past. With more than 15,000 square feet of fun, your competitive nature will come out to play while you reminisce about the good old days of childhood.
Grab a cocktail at the bar, play a quick table game, and then head on over to the oversized games from your past. Your adrenaline will be pumping while playing games that make you move your body and use your brain to win. You’ll definitely feel like a child again while competing and laughing the night away.
For more information on Play Playground, visit the website.
Race Straight Back To Childhood At Grand Prix Plaza
Remember being a kid and loving a good go-cart race? Well, you can still enjoy some karting fun at Grand Prix Plaza with F1 DRIVE.
This is not your ordinary go-cart experience. This one is F1 charged! According to Grand Prix Plaza’s website, “Race part of the Las Vegas Strip Circuit in F1-inspried karts, complete with DRS technology, realistic engine sounds, and an LED steering wheel display.” You even get updates from a virtual Race Engineer and get to drive on part of the actual F1 track.
For more information about F1 DRIVE and the other fun at Grand Prix Plaza, visit the website.