When it comes to engaging teenagers and getting them out of their rooms or away from their screens, we understand the challenge. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the best activities entertain your teens this summer, ensuring they have an unforgettable time.
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Arcade and Entertainment Centers
Trampoline Parks, Ice Skating and Adventure Zones
Virtual Reality and Immersive Gaming
Arcade and Entertainment Centers
A multi-level arena that will push your skills to the limit. Buy tickets here
Location: 9100 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Experience a variety of entertainment options. With over 100 arcade games, go-karts, laser tag, a ropes course, rock climbing and much more! Buy tickets here
Location: 901 E. Cary St., Suite 900 Richmond, VA 23219
Looking for state-of-the-art bowling, laser tag and arcade games? Uptown Alley boasts 24 high tech, bowling lanes, 60+ arcade games and a two story laser tag play-scape!
Location: 8300 Sudley Rd Suite Unit A-7 Manassas, VA 20109
A wide range of arcade games, virtual reality experiences and sports viewing areas. Arcade games, virtual reality experiences, and sports viewing areas. Book an event here
Locations: 1851 Ritchie Station Crt, Capitol Heights, MD 1851
Ritchie Station; 8661 Colesville Rd Suite E102, Silver Spring, MD 20910
6655 Springfield Mall Rd, Springfield, VA 22150
7000 Arundel Mills Cir, Hanover, MD 21076
Provides laser tag experiences in interactive arenas. Book here
Locations: 5508 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310
Quince Orchard Plaza, 624 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Features multi-level laser tag arenas for thrilling games. Book here
Location: 3447 Carlin Springs Rd, Falls Church, VA 22041
Features the latest attraction of European-style indoor go-karting, with indoor go-kart racing, axe throwing and arcade games. Reservations are recommended. Make a reservation here
Locations: 45448 East Severn Way, Suite #150, Sterling, VA 20166
Manassas Mall, Manassas, VA 20109
Indoor Skydiving
Indoor skydiving in vertical wind tunnels, offering a safe and thrilling experience. Suitable for all ages, skill levels and abilities. Book a Flight here
Locations: 9400 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
20315 Commonwealth Center Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147
Trampoline Parks, Skating and Adventure Zones:
Inclusive indoor climbing gyms offering yoga, fitness, youth programming, & vibrant community spaces.
Location: 1611 Eckington Pl NE #150, Washington, DC, 20002
The park features trampolines, foam pits, a ninja course and basketball dunk zones. Book here
Location: 7200 Fullerton Rd, Springfield, VA 22150
This 70,000 square-foot complex boasts 16 pickleball courts, a tavern, axe throwing, a rage room and the District’s only indoor roller skating rink!
Locations: 514 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
840 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Provides trampolines, foam pits, dodgeball courts and other fun activities. Buy Tickets here
Locations: 13348 Franklin Farm Rd, Herndon, VA 20171
9315 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21046
Escape Rooms and Puzzle Games
Two distinct locations and a selection of 9 themes for you to explore. Among these themes, there are 5 exclusive escape games that cannot be enjoyed anywhere else in the entire country. View game times here
Locations: 3345 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
950 F Street NW Suite 106, Washington, DC 20004
Immerse yourself in Insomnia DC’s escape rooms, featuring unique scenarios that transport you into a book or film. Book here
Location: 2300 Wisconsin Ave NW, 200B (second floor), G-102 (in the basement), Washington, DC 20007
Escape Quest offers players six adventures to explore. Adventures include The Lost Temple, The Black Widow, Pitfal, The King’s Ransom, Expedition Unknown and The Scorpion Code. Book here
Locations: 4936 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
1127 King Str, Suite 2, Alexandria, VA 22314
Bowling
Bowling, bocce courts, a full-service Italian/American bistro menu and a vibrant atmosphere in Georgetown. Make a reservation here
Locations: 1064 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC 20007
11920 Grand Park Ave. North Bethesda, MD 20852
24 high-tech bowling lanes, a two-story laser tag playscape and 60+ arcade games.
Location: 8300 Sudley Rd Suite Unit A-7 Manassas, VA 20109
Go-Karting:
Features the latest attraction of European-style indoor go-karting, with indoor go-kart racing, axe throwing and arcade games. Reservations are recommended. Make a reservation here
Locations: 45448 East Severn Way, Suite #150, Sterling, VA 20166
Manassas Mall, Manassas, VA 20109
Axe Throwing Activities
An Axe Pro will instruct you in the basics, enabling you to engage in entertaining competitions against your friends or foes. Throughout the experience, your axe-tructor will be on hand to provide guidance and ensure an enjoyable time for you. Kids age 8 and up are allowed, as long as they have the strength and coordination to effectively throw a hatchet as judged by their Axe Pros. All children must be under the immediate control of an adult. Officially, there must be one adult per three kids aged 8-14; kids 15-17 just need one adult per range. They are 21+ after 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Book here
Location: 1401 Okie St NE, Ste 102, Washington, DC 20002
Join their team of axe coaches for a multitude of thrilling axe throwing games, and if you’re particularly interested, they are part of the World Axe Throwing League and organize axe throwing leagues four times annually. No age requirement, even minors are welcome as long as they are supervised by adults! Book here
Location: 2419 Evarts St NE Unit C, Washington, DC 20018
This 70,000 square-foot complex boasts 16 pickleball courts, a tavern, axe throwing, a rage room and the District’s only indoor roller skating rink!
Locations: 514 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
840 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Features the latest attraction of European-style indoor go-karting, with indoor go-kart racing, axe throwing and arcade games. Reservations are recommended. Make a reservation here
Locations: 45448 East Severn Way, Suite #150, Sterling, VA 20166
Manassas Mall, Manassas, VA 20109
Virtual Reality and Immersive Gaming
Choose your game and indulge in their combination of motion tracking, projection mapping, touch screens. Book here
Location: 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
VR Games, VR Escape Rooms and VR Art. The reserved stations deliver immersive sound and cutting-edge VR technology. Book here
Locations: VR Zone DC 2300 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite G – 101, Washington, DC 20007
VR Zone Rockville Arcade and Arena 12107 Nebel St, Rockville, MD 20852
Fencing and Archery
Ready to try your hand at fencing or archery? Choose among a variety of packages to fit your budget and time. Book for archery here. Book for fencing here.
Location: 9121 B Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Engage in a showdown as two teams clash in their arena. This game combines the intensity of dodgeball with the timeless art of archery, where the ultimate goal is to skillfully tag opposing players with foam-tipped arrows! Rest assured, this experience leaves no painful marks or bruises behind. Book here
Location: 22370 Davis Dr Suite 150, Sterling, VA 20164
