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    Activate Tustin

    4.8 (109 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Kevin T.

    Located in The District at Tustin Legacy, this huge outdoor mall has basically everything you need. At the center of it is Activate Tustin, a interactive high tech gaming facility essentially. It's pretty much like a real life video game simulation, love the many features that comes with visiting. (Reservation in advance recommended) Pricing: 60 Minutes: $30 per player 90 Minutes: $40 per player (Perfect for first timers in my opinion to try out all the games) Staff here is very informative and friendly. They walked us through locker rooms for storage and how our electronic wristbands work. Very informative and easy to use and definitely a "futuristic" style towards Activate. LOVE IT! My wife took me here for my birthday and it was the absolute BEST. We had such a blast interacting/playing with each room. The options are just endless when it comes to what to play and how to play. It's mainly co-op games along with 2+ player games. You can choose "versus" games as well where you compete against each other. As a couple, there's plenty of teamwork games that my wife and I tried. I'd say that we work very well together due to how our games went. Most games we played were very successful and very fun. Our team bonding definitely increased after playing games together. Since we're both very competitive, we played some versus games as well to compete against each other. They were extremely fun and very fulfilling. I recommend wearing comfortable clothes as some games, if not most games require some kind of movement. I highly recommend checking this spot out, it's great for team bonding, couples, families, friends, teams, etc. We went over the weekend during morning - lunch hours and it wasn't too packed. It's pretty clean as well which is always nice to see the upkeep when the facility has lots of movement. Very happy that my wife introduced me to this spot.

    Christine L.

    My husband and I went on a day date and spent an hour here. We had a BLAST. It's a great place for dates, small groups, and to bring older kids. The staff was friendly and explained how everything worked thoroughly. Once we paid up, someone showed us how to navigate the game rooms. They even have free lockers to store your things. There were about a dozen game rooms (some closed for maintenance). Most of them have collaborate or opponent options and each game had 2-7 different versions. You pick the version you want to play (there is a quick summary/explanation for each one) and then enter the game rooms games last 1-2 minutes. While inside, you can keep leveling up until you want to exit or another group is waiting to play. You have a wristband which records your points and you can see your standing on a scoreboard. You can also redeem coins for merch. The games were all so fun. Our favorites were the grid and hide and seek. Because each room has 2-7 games and 10 levels for each, you could play forever. We are already planning on our next visit. Please be advised, you get so sweaty! Bring water. It's also dark with bright lights so it might not be the best for anyone with light sensitivity or vertigo.

    Karen T.

    Extremely fun activity that is great for dates, family outings, and friendly hangouts. There are many challenge rooms, with each room having different themes. These games are designed for groups of 2 to 5 players. My husband and I visited, just the 2 of us, and we had a blast. We booked the 90 minute experience, which felt like the perfect amount of time to try out all of the games that we were interested in. Each person has to set up a profile with a player name. This can be done either at the facility or beforehand. Once you check in, everyone gets a tracking wristband that is used to scan into the challenge rooms and keep track of your score. The staff were very friendly and informative. We received a quick tour of the place before playing the games. There is a locker room to store your stuff, and a different wristband is used to access your assigned locker. Wearing comfortable sneakers and clothing is a must. A good chunk of the games will require moving around and being physically active. There is the perfect balance of dynamic games focusing on mental vs physical abilities. Most of the games are teambuilding games where we have to work together to complete the game levels. There are also some games where we can compete against each other. Some of my favorite rooms are Mega Grid, Portals, Strike, and Hoops. I highly recommend checking out this high-tech active gaming facility if you haven't yet. It is part of a large outdoor mall with many surrounding stores. Make sure to book the experience ahead of time to secure your spot.

    Brian F.

    Activate is an immersive and interactive gaming experience located The District in Tustin. There are multiple locations across the country and the world. There's ample free parking on-site at the mall. There are 13 rooms that offer different game options. Even within each room there are different kinds of games so there is lots of variety. There are free lockers to put your stuff in while you play, but you can also carry things like phones around. Some games require running around a lot so you should wear closed toe shoes. Games range from laser, floor tile, basketball, and more. When it is very busy you can put your name on the queue until the current group finishes. Some of the games were very short when it got really busy, basically like 30 seconds so not really a game at all before we had to exit the room. The rooms also don't have an easy way to tell if it's occupied so you have to peak into a dark room to see if there are shadows of people inside. I would've preferred a light that signifies that it's occupied so it's easier to tell. The games also start immediately after you enter the room and the game instructions aren't always clear. It's similar to recently-opened Hijinx Hotel in Irvine in that each of the rooms has a different objective and you work with your team to achieve it. I think I prefer Hijinx Hotel more because their games are funner and the experience is better, but this is still a fun and family-friendly event.

    Madeline S.

    I am completely obsessed with Activate! I was seeing videos online and was fearful it was just online hype or good marketing tactics, however it was even better than expected! I highly suggest you book ahead, as they sell out often. Once arrived, we checked in, got assigned a locker for our valuables, got our activate wristbands that are needed to create a profile, earn points and play games. Nick showed us around and gave us the rules. There are multiple activity rooms and each one is equally as cool and unique! Every room has multiple versions of a game, including team games and competition. It felt like the possibilities were endless. We booked 1 hour, and while it did feel like enough time, I wanted more and cannot wait to come back! They have prizes you can win and even a league with worldwide tournaments. I also loved the photo area (just wish it wasn't near the bathroom). 2 things that would be a nice bonus is a little cooler AC and hand sanitizer after the rooms. People get pretty sweaty and it would be great to have sanitizing stations!

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    Airi G.

    I did not expect myself to have this much fun. There are SO many rooms to choose from, all of which require different skills -- mobility, intelligence, accuracy, speed, and agility. My favorite rooms were the mega grid and mega laser. I believe my group tried all but one and those were the ones we continuously went back to. We went as a group of four but you can have up to five which is definitely more efficient for select games. They have lockers where you can keep all your belongings and they give you a wristband to keep track of your stats and scan to play games. I'd recommend making a reservation in advance, especially if you're trying to book on the weekends.

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    Alyssa C.

    Ideally, I'd go here with my friends on a weekday before dinner but Saturday after lunch worked better for our schedules. Reserve ahead of time if you have a big party to avoid wait times. Angel explained the rules and walked us down the first hallway. They only allow 5 people max per room but each game is about 1-2 min. As of Jan 2026, it's 30$ per person for 60 min. Hope prices don't skyrocket as the months go on. My group of 7 split into a group of 4 and a group of 3 and just rotated depending on our energy levels. Everyone wears wristbands that keep track of your points and you just scan it when you want to join a game. There were tons of children running around so it was chaotic but expected as it's a weekend. Also some rooms smelled like maple syrup.. Who is eating pancakes at 4 pm?! We probably got to try 80% of the games. We had our favorites and kept going back to it. My personal favs: Grid and Hide. Each game has 4-5 mini games you can choose on the screen and difficulty levels (up to 10) go up the more you play. Great way to get some cardio in and play in a futuristic setting! Will drag more of my friends back here to get our CARDIO on.

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    Tiarra J.

    Mini-adventure mission: successful. I invited two friends to Activate after reading Yelp reviews, with one instruction: show up in activewear and trust me. We had a very limited idea of what we signed up for, and it ended up being one of the most fun friend hangouts I've had in a long time. We're big kids with bills, but this place had us laughing and moving nonstop, and I think kids around 10+ would love it too. Shoutout to Annalie for making check-in easy, and Ben for the tour. You can tell Ben genuinely loves his job. He was fun, interactive, and super clear on how everything works, which made it easy to jump in. There are over a dozen game rooms with different modes. You level up as you win, rack up points, and can trade them in for prizes at the end. The standout for me was the meteor game where you throw bags at the screens, and the red warning lights start blinking when the meteor gets too close. Miss it and it's game over. I was obsessed. Pro tips: * Best with 3 to 5 people (bigger groups may need to split up). * Wear activewear or something you can move in. * I went Friday around 2 PM and it wasn't crowded, but weekends sound packed, including parking. I can't wait to go back.

    Cool of them to allow 1 last game when you have 0:00 time left. ;) _ We 10/15.

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    Ask the Community - Activate Tustin

    Will 14 year-old girls enjoy this?

    Probably. I would say most people would enjoy this other than small children and inactive people.

    What is the appropriate age for this place?

    We took our 6 year old and he had fun, but struggled with some of the games. I'd say might be better for 8 years up unless you have a really athletic kid.

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    Review Highlights - Activate Tustin

    “My favorite rooms are Grid, Mega Grid, Laser, Mega Laser, Hide, and Press.”

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    Came to Maivie for the first time today with some girlfriends and we had such an incredible time…read more All the women who work there were such great teachers and made sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. It's good to note you need to book a time online. The class is only $45 and then you pay separately for the frame -- they have different sizes and finishes. When you check in, you'll sign a form and then watch an instructional video on how to make the piece. After that, you can get your tweezers, tray and start choosing the dried flowers you'd like to use. They also have premium flowers that range from around $3 - $5 if you want something extra special. This is truly a one of a kind experience, and while some may say it's expensive, it would be even more to buy in a store. Plus, you're paying for the instruction, memories, materials and art that lasts a lifetime!

    Went to a three hour pressed flower art workshop. It was so fun for our group! We thought the…read moreflowers and frames were really great quality. A perfect event for a team building or family event. There were a few kids in the class that looked like they were having fun. The instructions were very clear, and the timing was perfect. The instructors leading the class were helpful for guiding the design if asked. I do think they could take a bit more time to frame at the end so everything dries a bit further. It's in a big mall so plenty to do while we wait for that. Would do again!

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    This was such a fun experience! My friend and I did the mosaic class and I would highly recommend…read moreanyone come and try it. A perfect girls day event! Naz was a great teacher! She was kind and helpful. Highly recommend!

    What a creative way to spend the afternoon!…read more I was part of a Turkish mosaic lamp class hosted at Art Masterclass. First off - it's definitely harder to make them than it seems. lol If you have option paralysis or get overwhelmed easily, prepare yourself! Look at alllllll the colors in my photos available to use and maybe plan ahead. They provide templates of different floral, geometric, and banded designs that you can use, but you can go off-script if your noggin comes up with an idea! They give you a decent amount of time to create a design, glue said design in place, and then fill the rest of your lamp's empty space in with the tiny glass beads. There are a few final steps you can't complete while in "class" but that's due to the glue needing time to sit. You're not left in the dark however, as they show you a how-to video which is included in your take-home kit via a QR code. =) I noticed this place has other classes that seem like fun (terrarium and some sort of small dish painting?). I may need to return. Notes: - You interact with glue so you'll likely get messy. - There's a restroom to wash your hands, or if nature calls. - In the small bead fill-in time frame, everyone drops them. It's human. It became part of the experience. Aim for your tray!

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    What a fun and therapeutic experience! I love candles and thought it would be fun to create my own…read morecustom candles. I loved the experience from beginning to end. You get to start off with choosing your own jar. From there, there's a bunch of scents that you get to pick from to start creating your own custom blend. The recommended is 3-4. The ladies working were so incredibly nice and helpful with giving guidance on which scents they thought would go well together when I couldn't decide. Once you've selected your scents, you get suggested measurements depending on which scents you want to be the top, middle or base note. And then you pour the oil into the wax. After that, I liked that you can choose what color you want the wax to be, and can even add shimmers. Once done, you can either wait 45-50 minutes til they're cooled to pick up or you can come back another day. I loved the way mine looks, and will be coming back for their perfume making class! Update: I lit both of the candles I made. One smelled more like candle wax than the oils I put in.. almost like a scented crayon. The other one smells better but it's very light. I would say both of them don't have a lot of throw. Still a fun experience overall but a bit of a bummer about the end product.

    Came here with a group of co-workers for perfume making class. The girl helping us were so friendly…read moreand helpful. Easy going personality and very relax. We all have fun. We all love our perfume. They also have candle making class. This is a good place for girl night but also date night, especially making perfume/ cologne with unique sense.

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    Hands down the most passionate and dedicated staff/ownership I've ever experienced. The owner was…read moreso nice. He gracefully handled every question, request, and comment swiftly and perfectly. Their coffee was so delicious . I can't recommend this spot enough! Food was absolutely phenomenal.

    We had the most memorable evening at Chef Stephanie Chinchilla's chef's table. The experience was…read moreintimate, warm, and beautifully executed from start to finish...every dish told a story and every detail felt intentional. We began with the Aji tuna on crispy rice, topped with a delicate sliver of jalapeño and crispy shallots, a perfect balance of freshness, spice, and crunch. The second course was Stefanie's famous focaccia...one sweet and one savory. The savory version featured parmesan, her homemade bread and butter, pickles from her garden, and a touch of mustard seed. The bread, made simply with flour, water, and salt, takes two to three days to create. The sweet focaccia was equally impressive, topped with brie, honey, and a guava jam made from her own garden-grown guavas... truly special. Next came the sweet potato course, made from her garden's harvest and paired with roasted pine nuts and coconut-shaved gnocchi in brown butter. The flavors were rich yet comforting, and the presentation was artistic and thoughtful. The main course... short ribs with a stunning potato gratin, was a showstopper. The short ribs were tender and deeply flavorful, garnished with delicate edible flowers from her garden, while the gratin was layered beautifully and topped with a fragrant chimichurri. Dessert was one of the best I've ever had: a sticky toffee date cake with a caramel apple sauce made from apples in her garden, served with raw cream vanilla bean ice cream. The balance of warmth, sweetness, and texture was perfection. The wine pairings, thoughtfully curated by Oscar from Sequoia Grove Winery, elevated the entire experience, from the velvety Merlot to the bold Cabernet, every sip complemented the food flawlessly. What makes Chef Stefanie so special is her warmth and authenticity. She shares her passion for food and where it comes from in a way that's engaging and educational, never pretentious. She spends time presenting each dish beautifully, with an artist's eye and a chef's heart. Her artistry, attention to detail, and genuine love for her craft come through in every course. I'll absolutely be attending her future chef's table events, a beautiful evening of intentional cooking, soulful flavors, and gracious hospitality.

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