Activity party · Olde Carlsbad
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VR arcade at The Shoppes at Carlsbad (now in a bigger 5,000 sq ft space, Suite 161) with kids' parties for ages 8-12: 1.5 hours from $359 or 2.5 hours from $569 for 10 players, $20 per extra player (up to 17 or 25), each with 30 minutes of lobby time for cake. Full payment is due at booking (full refund only 24+ hours ahead); bring your own cake and food, a parent must stay, and every player needs a waiver. The page says kids' parties avoid zombie games but lists two zombie games (ages 10+ and 11+) as included, so ask about the game list.
Published prices
| Package | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Hours Kids PartyFrom $359 for 10 players; each additional player $20, up to 17 kids (15 play at once). The booking system, reached through the page's 'Book This Package' button, shows 'Base $359.00 for 10, $20.00 per extra • Min 10, Max 17' (checked September 27, 2026 for a Saturday and a Sunday). Add 30 minutes of extra VR time for $89. Prices before tax/fees (amounts not published). Best for ages 8-10. The page's FAQ says all Sunday parties are limited to 11 kids, while its package details limit only 2.5-hour Sunday parties. Conflict: the home page's FAQ says packages 'start at $299 for up to 10 players, including 2.5 hours', and its party card says '2.5 hours / Up to 16 players / From $359'. | $359 | 90 min · 10 kids included · +$20 per extra child · up to 17 guestsIncludes: 60 minutes of guided VR gaming across private VR stations, 30 minutes of private lobby time for cake and presents, dedicated kid-friendly VR hosts, tables, tablecloths, plates, napkins and utensils, freezer for ice-cream cakes, Bluetooth speaker |
| 2.5 Hours Kids PartyFrom $569 for 10 players; each additional player $20, up to 25 kids (15 play at once). The booking system, reached through the page's 'Book This Package' button (2.5-hour tab), shows 'Base $569.00 for 10, $20.00 per extra • Min 10, Max 25' (checked September 27, 2026). The page says Sunday 2.5-hour parties are limited to 11 players (the booking tool did not apply that limit). Prices before tax/fees (amounts not published). Best for ages 10-12 or larger groups. Conflict: the home page's FAQ says 2.5-hour packages 'start at $299 for up to 10 players', and its party card says '2.5 hours / Up to 16 players / From $359'. | $569 | 2.5 hr · 10 kids included · +$20 per extra child · up to 25 guestsIncludes: 120 minutes of guided VR gaming across private VR stations, 30 minutes of private lobby time for cake and presents, dedicated kid-friendly VR hosts, tables, tablecloths, plates, napkins and utensils, freezer for ice-cream cakes, Bluetooth speaker |
| Off-Site Kids Party (we come to you)Custom quote. Typically 1.5-3 hours at your home, school or venue; up to 30 kids depending on setup; full VR team travels to you. | Quote | up to 30 guestsIncludes: mobile VR setup at your location, full VR staff and supervision |
At a glance
- Capacity
- 25 guests
- Setting
- Indoor
- Ages
- 8-12 (VR minimum age is 8; the page title and menu say 6-12, but children under 8 can only join the lobby celebration)
- Parking
- free mall parking; Suite 161 via a lower-level entrance
Amenities
- Restrooms · not listed
- Accessible (ADA) · not listed
- Party host
- Private room
Rules
- Food and drinks
- Bring your own cake, cupcakes, pizza or snacks; tables, tablecloths, plates, napkins and utensils are provided, and there is a freezer for ice-cream cakes. Many families have pizza delivered for the lobby time.
- Deposit
- Full payment at booking (no separate deposit). Cancellations 24+ hours ahead get a full refund, 4-24 hours ahead a 50% refund or full credit, and under 4 hours or no-shows nothing. The kids-party FAQ adds that they are 'flexible' about rescheduling or cancellation.
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Location
2525 El Camino Real Ste 161, Carlsbad, CA 92008 · Approximate pin, moved slightly on the map because it shares a location with Candeeland Wonderpark. Get directions
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Sources
We checked these pages in September 2026. Prices change; confirm with the venue before you book. Something out of date? Tell us.