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Main Event Fort Worth South restaurant in Fort Worth, TX
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Main Event Fort Worth South

4.3(4,906 reviews)$$Entertainment
🕑 3-4 hours👶 Best for ages 5 and up. Younger kids (5-8) love the arcade games and bowling with bumpers, while tweens and teens get excited about laser tag and competing for high scores. Toddlers can enjoy some activities but may find the noise level overwhelming during peak hours.

About

Main Event Fort Worth South is an all-in-one entertainment destination that keeps families engaged for hours with bowling lanes, a massive arcade, laser tag arena, billiards, and prize redemption games. With on-site dining and a family-friendly atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for birthday parties, rainy day fun, or just burning off energy under one roof.

Highlights

  • Cosmic bowling with colorful lights and music for an immersive experience
  • Multi-level laser tag arena with team-based gameplay
  • Hundreds of arcade games from classics to newest releases with ticket redemption prizes
  • Full-service restaurant so families can dine without leaving the fun
  • Private party rooms available for birthday celebrations

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Visit Monday through Thursday between 11 AM and 5 PM for smaller crowds and better availability on lanes and laser tag sessions
  2. 2.Sign up for their Power Card rewards program online before visiting to get bonus credits and birthday perks for your kids
  3. 3.Book your bowling lane or laser tag time slot ahead online, especially on weekends when walk-in waits can exceed an hour
  4. 4.Wear socks for the whole family,required for bowling and you'll save money by bringing your own
  5. 5.The unlimited arcade play packages offer the best value if you're planning to stay 2+ hours

Best Time to Visit

Weekday afternoons (Monday-Thursday, 11 AM-5 PM) offer the quietest experience with no wait times. Avoid Friday and Saturday evenings when it's packed with birthday parties and teen groups. Saturday morning opening at 9 AM is a hidden gem for families wanting the place to themselves.

What to Know

Pricing is moderate ($$) with various packages available,bowling starts around $25-35 per hour per lane, and arcade games use a reloadable Power Card system. The venue has a full restaurant with pizza, burgers, and appetizers, plus a bar area for parents (kids welcome throughout).

Seasonal Notes

Open year-round with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays (open until 2-3 AM). Summer weekdays tend to be busier with kids out of school. Holiday periods and spring break see increased crowds, so book activities in advance.

Nearby Eats

Chuy's Tex-Mex restaurant is less than a mile away on Hulen Street for fresh tortillas and kid-friendly Mexican food, or visit Shake Shack at Cityview for burgers and shakes,though Main Event's own restaurant makes leaving unnecessary.

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