We at Family Fun Center Lakeland have some super exciting news: the renovations are done! We’ve been working hard to get our newly improved family fun space all ready for visitors, and it’s finally finished. After all that time and effort, resulting in a space we’re so proud of, we can’t wait to see you! Check out some pictures of our fantastic new renovations:

Now that the renovations are finished, we’re excited to be back in our regular summer hours. Family Fun Center Lakeland is open seven days a week:

• Friday and Saturday:  10am – Midnight
• Monday thru Thursday:  10am – 10pm
• Sunday:  Noon – 10pm

Don’t forget that Funtasia closes closes one hour early each night and 2 hours early on Tuesdays and Thursdays so we can clean and sanitize everything, making sure the play surfaces are safe for your family.

With our renovations to colorful new floors, the party room, the arcade, Vault Assault, and our two fabulous new pirate ship play areas, plus so much more, we can’t wait to show you all the great changes at Family Fun Center Lakeland. Don’t worry, we still have the same great selection of over 100 arcade games! And of course we still have the rest of our awesome attractions, like the 18 hole Adventure Golf mini golf course, great for golfers of all ages and abilities, and over 2200 square feet of black light adventure in Area 51 Laser Tag!

Be sure to check us out on Facebook and follow us there for more information about hours and specials!

When the weeks of vacation start to drag, and kids start complaining about being bored, what’s a parent to do? Don’t panic–Family Fun Center of Lakeland has the solution to your summer boredom crisis! Here are some of the reasons to make us your destination for family fun this summer.

We truly have something for everyone. Want to get outside for a bit? Try our beautifully maintained 18-hole mini golf! Mini golf is a great way to enjoy the outdoors when it’s hot out, and our course is challenging enough for the most avid golfer, but still fun for casual golfers. Kids will have so much fun they won’t even realize they’re getting some exercise! 

If you’d rather escape the heat indoors, try Area 51 laser tag to get moving. Challenge family and friends to beat your score at our new Vault Assault Beam Buster, and then spend the day with our amazing selection of over 100 arcade games! We have everything from classics to cutting-edge games, so the whole family can find a game to enjoy. Our youngest visitors can play in the four-story Funtasia Play Area, just for kids under 12 (and parents to accompany the very youngest kids). Hungry? Stop in to CAP’s Pizza Cafe for a delicious selection of snacks. Family Fun Center also make it easy to budget–simply fill up a reusable Fun Card and use it anywhere on our grounds. No need to worry about kids losing money!

Family Fun Center of Lakeland is a safe, clean, and affordable destination for family fun this summer. Follow us on Facebook for information about specials and fun events!  

Have you noticed our hours changing? There’s a good reason for that. We’ve been invaded by the scourges of the high seas! And they’ve anchored two pirate ships right in the middle of our facility. But don’t worry, the pirates of Lakeland go plundering on the weekends, so you can sneak a peek at their pirate ship while they’re off raiding coastal towns and island villages. In the meantime, get excited about the awesome renovations coming to Family Fun Center of Lakeland just in time for summer.

A Change in the Wind

Are your kids adventurers, ready to go where the wind blows them? We have a fresh opportunity for fun on the horizon! Our play area has two brand new pirate ships to explore. But with all that rigging to clamber around, slides to slip down, and ball cannons for battles on the waves, these ships are sure to be battered by the high seas soon enough. And the sea scene painted behind the pirate ship playground is so lifelike, your kids will practically feel a breeze rolling in from the sea!

More Adventures to Come

Our family fun center renovations are well underway, and we’re not stopping with pirate ships. Our adventures are getting bigger, better, and bolder this summer! Sneak a peek of the action during the weekends—we open at 4pm on Fridays for weekend fun—or wait and be surprised by the transformation! We anticipate reopening for normal hours around May 16th, but you know how construction goes. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates on our hours.

We can’t wait to unveil the fresh adventures at Family Fun Center of Lakeland!

We know how quickly the thrill of summer vacation wears off. That’s why we have summer camps! Camps engage, educate, and entertain kids. They teach children valuable life skills, help build friendships, and provide nonstop fun for youngsters in Lakeland. Looking for a fun field trip for a summer camp group, sports team, or daycare? Now’s the time to book group events at Family Fun Center of Lakeland.

Summer Camp Field Trips in Lakeland

Running a summer camp is hard work! Luckily you have an ace in the hole: Family Fun Center of Lakeland. We provide nonstop fun for kids (and their counselors). And the best part is that you don’t have to worry about cleaning up afterwards! Our facility has:

• Adventure golf
• Arcade games
• Laser tag
• The vault assault and beam buster
• And the Funtasia playground for kids 12 and younger

We’re happy to accommodate camp groups, churches, youth organizations, sports teams, and summer schools. You can book a single day of play or plan weekly field trips for the best summer ever! We even offer special rates to groups of 10 or more. All you need to do is:

• Pay in one group payment
• Book at least one day in advance

Have a huge group? Call and ask about renting our facility for a private event. We’re happy to customize your play day based on your budget, schedule, and the size of your group. Ask us how to bundle pizza and other CAP’s snacks into your group event.

Call today to schedule your summer group trip at Family Fun Center of Lakeland.

Many kids don’t have fun at family fun centers. They may feel overstimulated by the lights and noise of playgrounds, arcades, and laser tag arenas. Family Fun Center strives to be a place where all families can connect and play. We’re excited to roll out new dates for our time for sensory-sensitive kids: Sensational Sundays.

Sensational Sunday

If you have a sensory-sensitive child, it can be difficult to help your son or daughter enjoy certain experiences. Their classmates may throw big birthday parties, but the lights, sounds, and crowds make your child feel overwhelmed. At Family Fun Center, we want every child to have an awesome time. Sensational Sunday is a sensory-friendly play day in Lakeland. Once a month from 10:30am to 12pm, we’re turning down the lights and music to help sensory sensitive kids experience the fun of our Funtasia play area and other family activities we have at Family Fun Center of Lakeland. Here’s what to expect:

• Low lights
• Games off
• Low music
• Trained staff
• Stay and play all day
• Open to ages 12 and younger

We’re even opening early to keep the crowds to a minimum. Dates for 2017 are as follows:

• Jan 29th
• Feb 26th
• Mar 26th
• Apr 30th
• May 28th
• Aug 27th
• Sept 24th
• Oct 29th
• Dec 3rd

Click here for a printable PDF flyer with dates and information.

Tips for Sensory-Friendly Play

Does your child love the idea of Sensational Sunday? Here are a few tips to make sure they have an awesome time.

1. Know your child. We do our best to make the experience fun for all kids, but know your child’s limits.
2. Plan ahead. Will your child need an extra nap before playtime? Make sure they get it so they can focus on fun.
3. Keep communication open. You want your child to have a great time. Let them know it’s okay to be honest about their experience. If they’re overwhelmed, you can always try again next month.

Do you have an idea to make Sensational Sunday even better? Let us know!

Has your New Year’s resolution to hit the gym already faded? You’re not alone. 80% of new gym members will have stopped attending by the 2nd week of February. But you don’t have to say goodbye to your 2017 fitness goals. How can you stick with ‘em?

How to Get Fit in the New Year

1. Make a plan. No, “lose weight” isn’t a good resolution. Why? Simply put, it’s too hard to track! Set realistic goals like “be active for 1 hour a day” or “lose 2 lb a month.” Not only are smaller goals more manageable, they’re much easier to stick to!
2. Mark it off. Did you eat a salad this week? Put it on your calendar! Did you skate for 3 hours on Saturday? Write it down! Tracking your progress makes it easier to stick to your New Year’s resolutions.
3. Bring in backup. The more people you tell, the more likely you are to stick to your goals. Even better? Do it together! Your family is a built-in support system, and let’s face it, they could use the fitness too. Active kids do better in school, get sick less often, and grow into healthier adults. Plan fun family fitness a few times a week.
4. Find something fun. Workout because you want to, not because you need to. Roller-skating is an excellent source of fitness, burning about 600 calories in an hour and improving cardiovascular health. It’s great for all ages, and it’s so much fun that you won’t even realize you’re working out.

Start fresh this year with roller-skating family fitness at Family Fun Center of Lakeland.

What does Christmas mean? Big presents, big fun, and a very full house. The kids are out of school, relatives come into town, and friends are always near. How can you make the most of winter fun? Get ready for holiday cheer at Family Fun Center!

Gift Cards Make Stocking Stuffers

What does everyone on your list have in common? They like spending time with the people they love. A Family Fun Center gift card isn’t a token, it’s an experience. That makes it the perfect gift for family members, neighbors, and even coworkers.

Holiday Family Fun in Lakeland

Whether you want a day of family play or just a chance to clean the house without kids underfoot, a play day at Family Fun Center is just the ticket. Attractions like the arcade, putt-putt, and laser tag are a blast for people of all ages. Want big fun for little kids? Don’t miss the Funtasia Play Area for kids 12 and younger.

Give Back with Kids Pack

We’re spreading hope for Christmas this year. Kids Pack is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to feeding disadvantaged children in Polk County. How can you help? Instead of winning a prize, you can donate your points and help fill a backpack with food for kids in need. Want to really make a difference? You can also make a monetary donation to Kids Pack. Ask us how the next time you visit.

Ready to play? Don’t forget to tag Family Fun Center in your Facebook photos!

Cheese, meat and tomato sauce. What did we just describe? If you said “lasagna or spaghetti” then your head obviously isn’t in the right place — it’s National Pizza month! Don’t get us wrong we love all Italian food as much as everyone else, but pizza will always take the cake.

Now we all know pizza came from Italy, but do you know where the first pizza was made in America? There is a little debate, but there is no debate on the first pizzeria. That would be Lombardi’s. They’re located at 32 Spring Street on the corner of Mott Street in the Nolita neighborhood in the borough of Manhattan, New York City. It could be some of the best pizza you ever have!

But that said, we know most of you aren’t planning a trip to New York this October, and if you are — we hope you grab some pizza! But if you’re not, you should know there’s one of the best pizza joints in Lakeland right here at Family Fun Center, Cap’s Pizza Cafe! Personal 10-inch pizzas are only $3.89 and just $0.50 more per topping! Did we hear you ask what the toppings were? Well, they’ll all the best pizza toppings – pepperoni, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, olives, peppers, and onions. If you’re looking for a little more to fill up — our large pizzas are only $9.99 and just $1 per topping!

We can’t think of a better way to celebrate National Pizza month than adventure golf and laser tag followed by a big pizza to get your energy back. Then maybe there will be time to go through the Vault Assault!

As long as laser tag has been around, which was in 1984 if you are curious, it has gone hand in hand with birthday parties. There is something about running around with your friends in a dark room holding a laser gun that shoots photons. It will get your heart going! That’s why Area 51 Laser Tag is one of four choices you can choose when booking a birthday party at The Family Fun Center in Lakeland!

Booking a birthday party has a few different packages, but our most popular is The Deluxe Party Package. And it’s no wonder why, it includes:

• 15 Credit Fun Card per guest
• Dedicated Party Pro
• 2 Hour Party with Party Area for 1.5 Hours
• Online Invitations, RSVP’s, and Thank You Notes
• 2 One Topping Pizzas
• Unlimited Soda During Room Time
• Birthday Gift for Guest of Honor
• Birthday Badge for Guest of Honor
• Choice of TWO following attractions:
  • One round of Miniature Golf
  • Two plays in the Vault Assault Laser Maze
  • Thirty Minutes in Funtasia Play Space
  • One game of Area 51 Laser Tag

In our Area 51 Laser Tag Arena, there are over 2200 square feet of thrilling space to get your adrenaline going. There are places to run and hide, but good luck hiding when 14 of your friends are trying to find you. You and your friends can compete one on one or team up for a capture the flag style of play! No matter which you choose, we know your birthday party will be a blast if laser tag is involved.

Summer is always the best time of the year to take your family out to see a movie. Sometimes the best therapy is to grab some popcorn, pizza, candy and sit in the quiet for two hours. If you haven’t made it out to the movie yet this summer, don’t worry! We’ve lined up the best family-friendly movies of 2016.

Secret Life of Pets

Even if you and your family don’t have a furry friend at home, you will all enjoy this take on what pets do when their humans leave the house. Max, a terrier, live a comfortable life until his owner brings home a new dog. The two don’t get along, and they find themselves in a truck headed for the pound. Check out the trailer to see what happens next!

Finding Dory

Marlon and Dory may’ve caught your heart back in 2003 when they went searching for Nemo, and they’re back at it again this summer! This time, Marlon and Nemo look for Dory as she tries to remember where she came from. While some say it doesn’t live up to the original, you and your family will still laugh, and have your heart tugged on with this feel-good family adventure!

The BFG

From Roald Dahl and Steven Spielberg, take your family on a fantasy adventure filled with adventurous children and huge giants! While this movie may be a little scary for younger ones, your older children should love it.

We hope you and your family get out there and spend time together as the summer wraps up. If movies aren’t your cup of tea, then maybe laser tag in our arena is more up your alley. Either way, we hope you have a great end to your summer!