Activate Games: High-energy group play and party fun in Chicago.
Activate Games in Chicago is a high-energy amusement and adventure center featuring 13 themed rooms (with one more on the way) where groups can team up or compete across a variety of games. The experience doubles as a workout for many guests and is popular for date nights, family outings, and birthday celebrations. Attentive staff and game facilitators help at every step, with convenient street or $15 validated parking for 3 hours and free lockers.
51 E Ohio St Space 106, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Hour-long bookings with access to 13+ immersive physical games, perfect for individuals or groups to compete and score points.
Full-service party planning with staff assistance, game facilitation, and a fun, safe environment for kids and teens.
Customized group activities designed to foster collaboration and friendly competition in a dynamic setting.
Special sessions offering a unique, active experience for couples to bond and challenge each other.
Games suitable for all ages, providing a shared adventure that gets everyone moving and laughing together.
Overall rating
Chosani Alexander
Super fun! Went for couples game night and it was so much fun! Some of the games are quite a workout we were sweating! Definitely skipping gym day today! It was a great time had! They have so many different types of games and levels and you can either play as one big team or compete against each other! Good fun! Will def bring out of town guests here now!
karina k
Lots of fun and you can get as many points as you can play within the hour that you’re booked for. Peak hours are on the weekends. Will you pay five dollars more $30. You could have parties with people and friends and family and 13 different rooms of games and one more to come soon. Parking on street or validated at Activate for $15 for 3 hours. Free lockers. Come prepared with your sneakers and workout outfits because you will get worked up if you wanna do well.
Better You Spas
I cannot recommend this place enough for birthday parties. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The staff truly exceeded every expectation and were unbelievably helpful and kind while assisting me with setting up my daughter’s surprise 13th birthday party. The kids had an amazing time—every single one of her friends loved it. The venue is incredibly unique and fun, with games that are innovative and seriously impressive. Even the parents were asking questions afterward because their kids couldn’t stop talking about how cool everything was. The level of service was outstanding. The manager and staff provided true white-glove treatment, and even when we left behind a mess, they handled it with total grace and positivity. Nothing but smiles. This will forever be my go-to spot for hosting parties.
Conqueror Collective
First time visiting Activate and it was great a true workout! Ese was a great game facilitator and the rest of the staff was so friendly and helpful. This is a great date night. Great place to bring the kids as well. Will be back several times.
Kevin McCrary
I had an absolutely amazing time here. I got to play a lot of fun games, and every worker was very friendly and were having a good time. I felt there was always help whenever needed, and a few workers even joined us on the games. Me and my friend managed to secure the high scores in the Chicago location, although I’m sure they will be beat very soon. I will definitely be coming back again very soon.
