Activate Games: Interactive, active fun for groups in Boston.
Activate Games in Dorchester, Boston, is an amusement center offering interactive, active games for groups and families. Reviews highlight fun, varied rooms and game modes, and friendly, helpful staff—Meghan and her team—who help make events memorable. Sneakers recommended; some guests noted safety concerns and suggested more staff on the floor.
20 District Ave Units 220 & 230, Dorchester, MA 02125, USA
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Engage in physically active games with challenges for groups up to 5 players per room, designed to boost heart rates and teamwork.
Host birthdays, corporate events, or gatherings with dedicated lodge spaces, decoration assistance, and staff support for a seamless experience.
Enjoy extended playtime to explore all rooms and game modes, perfect for maximizing fun and physical activity.
Offer accessible games suitable for most ages, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for kids and adults alike.
Enhance workplace camaraderie with active games that promote collaboration and fun, ideal for holiday events or team outings.
Overall rating
Shaun Flaherty
Lindsay Chryssis
We love Activate! We first discovered it after our oldest son (age 10) got really into Boda Borg and wanted similar outings with his friends. Since then, we’ve tried Level 99 and Activate—and Activate is our favorite. The staff is consistently friendly, and the space is clean, organized, and easy to navigate. The plaza also has plenty of dining options, so it’s perfect for planning 90 minutes of play followed by lunch or dinner. One of the biggest reasons we enjoy Activate so much is how their games work. Each room offers 5–8 different games, and you can select your difficulty level each time you choose which version of the game you want to play. It allows all ages to feel successful and accomplished instead of frustrated or defeated (which has sometimes been the case at Boda Borg for our youngest). The variety also makes it feel like there are endless options—you never get bored. Also the games are short - like 3-5 minutes so you are constantly engaged. We just hosted my son’s 8th birthday party here this weekend, and the staff took SUCH good care of us. There had been a technical issue with our booking—the waivers I had collected from parents weren’t synced to our party reservation. If we hadn’t caught it beforehand, it would have been a nightmare at check‑in trying to track down parents’ email addresses and set up gaming names while also trying to get the kids into the game rooms during our allotted time and to lunch when we had our reservation. Thankfully, when I called to confirm everything, the staff went above and beyond to fix it. The party itself was fantastic. Every kid had a blast, and there was minimal arguing because the kids could easily reconfigure into different groups. If a room felt too crowded or a game got frustrating, they simply split into a different configuration / group size and went to a different room. It’s an ideal setup for a party—flexible for kids, low stress for parents. I also appreciate the layout: everything is arranged in a square with one entrance/exit and a clear central seating/meeting area for parents. It makes it easy to keep an eye on things without hovering. All in all, Activate is an incredibly fun outing and an excellent option for a birthday party. Thank you, Activate
Leo Russell
virmarys beato
Very fun place to go on a date or bring your kids, above a certain age of course. My husband and I went with my daughter and her three friends and we let the kids do their thing while my husband and I did our thing and it worked out great. Everyone there was super nice and helpful I would highly recommend Activate.
Britt Turner
Wear comfortable clothing because you will work up a sweat! Super fun for families or date night! Will be back!
Kaleena Steakle (ShutUpKaleena)
So much fun for all ages! Variety of different games to play/rooms to enter, short wait times, and games themselves are timed well to keep you moving. Came with kids but can’t wait to come back with my husband!
