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Incredible Mo's
★4.4(1,115 reviews)$$Entertainment
🕑 3-4 hours👶 Best for ages 5-15. Younger elementary kids love the arcade games and bowling with bumpers, while tweens and teens gravitate toward laser tag and competitive arcade challenges. Toddlers can enjoy some of the simpler games but may tire quickly from the stimulating environment.🧡 Saved by 150+ families
About
Incredible Mo's is a one-stop entertainment destination perfect for families looking to spend quality time together under one roof. With bowling lanes, an exciting laser tag arena, hundreds of arcade games, and on-site dining, this venue offers everything needed for a fun-filled outing rain or shine. The 4.4-star rating from over 1,100 reviews confirms it's a local favorite for birthday parties and family celebrations.
Highlights
- ✓Multi-level laser tag arena with exciting obstacles and special effects
- ✓Modern bowling lanes with bumpers and lightweight balls for kids
- ✓Extensive arcade with redemption games and prize counter
- ✓On-site food service so families can dine and play in one location
- ✓Climate-controlled indoor fun perfect for Michigan winters
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right when they open at noon on weekdays to avoid the after-school and evening rush crowds, especially for laser tag.
- 2.Purchase a game card with a larger dollar amount upfront,they often offer bonus credits for higher value cards.
- 3.Bring socks for everyone as they're required for bowling and laser tag; they do sell them on-site but it's an extra cost.
- 4.Book laser tag sessions in advance during weekends and school breaks as they fill up quickly.
- 5.Wear comfortable clothes for laser tag and ask about combo packages that bundle bowling, laser tag, and arcade credits for better value.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons (Monday-Thursday) right when they open at noon offer the smallest crowds and shortest wait times for laser tag. Avoid Friday and Saturday evenings when birthday parties and large groups pack the venue.
What to Know
Incredible Mo's offers food on-site so you can grab pizza, burgers, and snacks without leaving, though quality is standard entertainment venue fare. Parking is plentiful in the shopping center lot, and the venue is wheelchair accessible throughout.
Seasonal Notes
Open year-round with consistent hours. This indoor venue is especially popular during Michigan's cold winter months and rainy days when outdoor activities aren't possible. Check their website for special holiday events and themed laser tag nights.
Nearby Eats
The venue is located in a shopping center with several chain restaurants nearby, though Incredible Mo's has its own food service making it convenient to eat on-site between activities.
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