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    Main Event Hoffman Estates

    2.6 (263 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Loud
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Perfection arcade game
    Alyssa G.

    I have taken my daughter to Main Event when they have their All You Can Play specials over the years and we have always had a good time! For Black Friday 2025, they had a special where you can play from 11a-5p for $14.99 AND if you purchased before 12p, you got a $10 credit card for the arcade. We did have to add on bowling shoe rentals to our wristbands, but it was very reasonable. I felt safe using the high ropes course, we were placed on a bowling alley efficiently, and I played half a dozen rounds of laser tag. Some of the laser tag vests were not working 100%, so that was mildly annoying, but not enough to stop me from having fun all day. The arcade had some unique choices compared to the other arcade we live by, like a life sized Perfection game. We left for lunch and came back so I cannot comment on the food, but I have splurged on their fancy Shirley Temples for my daughter in the past ($4.99). It was dead quiet at 11a, but eventually, we collected opponents for laser tag and the bowling alley was popping!

    Having fun!
    Christopher E.

    It was fun hanging out at the Main Event with my family and friends. The food here was very delicious, and now I understand why my wife chose this location for a work event. The service was pretty good, and our waitress took really good care of us. I had a great time, and I'm looking forward to our next visit the Main Event.

    Laser tag
    Heather B.

    Overall, not bad. The venue is maintained. Machines working except one by the sponge bob game. The waitress was nice to come check on us during bowling and offered to order food. She brought it all out to us. There was also a field trip there and the ticket redeeming shop was closed but then they said it's only open to the public and not camps, and the kids were able to choose prizes. Overall nice experience.

    Nataly B.

    We had so much fun. It's conveniently located and has so much to do, fun for the whole family. Great atmosphere and service. I highly recommend!!!

    Carm A.

    Had a blast here, pizza & food was really good, our waitress was a real sweetheart. Very clean place. Lots to do! I like the fact you have more games to win prizes. I lost one of my prixes though :( oh well another reason to come back & replay to get it again. Pool tables are really nice, but a bit pricey for non-return tables. Other places with return tables charge less. But anyway I will still play it, because it is nice there. Except one little girl, she was wearing all black & kept giving dirty looks while adjusting the chairs constantly, I had to tell her to becareful or I could hit her with my pool stick. She was quite annoying. Maybe put her in the back somewhere. Anyway other than that, can't wait to come back!

    Ben S.

    One of the worst experiences ever. I paid $80 for the 2026 NYE event package for my family of four. Upon arrival, I was greeted with extremely long lines. I waited 30 minutes to be put on a 5 hour wait list for bowling. I waited in another 30 minute line to be put on a 3 hour wait list for laser tag. The line for pizza had over 100 people waiting and never moved. The event was clearly oversold and management was not issuing any refunds. I have contacted the "contact us" page on Main Events website to be greated by a generic message. Again, no responsibility from anyone. Extremely annoyed!

    Line to get in the door

    Booked the Dec 31st New Year event and it was a disaster. 45 mins in line to check in, rude employees and it wasn't possible to get any bowling lanes. My 4 year old stood in a snowstorm and there was no organization or communication from staff. Avoid at all costs, I have used main even for corporate events but this was the last straw. Avoid.

    Chicken sandwich and Cesar salad
    NiNi F.

    Went on a Sunday before a holiday and they were just ill prepared. There were a lot of parties going but they didn't have adequate staff for the kitchen and dine in area. Service was fairly quick at the front desk but had to ask someone at the desk to call another person so we could be seated in the dining area. The food was just ok. I wasn't impressed. It wasn't nasty either of I ever I go back i would order something off the menu. Dillion was great, very nice, and accommodating seeing he was the only one serving the tables. Check in process for laser tag was delayed due to there only being 1 person at the desk trying to cash kids out with their gifts and check people in for laser tag. Again not prepared for the holiday weekend. Overall the kids seem to enjoy themselves. There are a lot of activities to choose from in 1 place. Bowling, billiards, laser tag, gravity walk, and the arcade.

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    Very Good. Lots of good fun. Had blast with the kids and the wife.. expensive but much worth

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    Ask the Community - Main Event Hoffman Estates

    Does laser tag cost money if you do not have a birthday event?

    Yeah, they have price bundles at the main desk. Call to ask for direct pricing. The customer service is meh so please beware.

    How many game points does a $10 fun card get you?

    $10 is not an option to purchase it was $20 & $35

    How much is pool?

    Hi Anisha! Below is the cost of billiards for this location: Monday-Thursday $6.45 from OPEN-5PM… Read more

    Do they accept walk ins or do we have to make a reservation?

    It depends how busy it is...they always accept walkins it's just that some times the waits are super long.

    Is there an Age limit?

    No age limit to enter. There is an age limit and height restriction to do the rope course, but no age restriction for bowling or video games. I'm not sure if there are restrictions on laser tag

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    Review Highlights - Main Event Hoffman Estates

    I took my 10 year old son and his friends here for his birthday party and they had the BEST time!

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    Pinstripes

    Pinstripes

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    Went here for a brunch as a group and had a wonderful experience! I really like how spacious the…read morevenue is here, with plenty of space to move around and casually hangout. From what I saw, it looked like Pinstripes could easily accommodate several large gatherings happening at the same time without feeling too noisy or crowded. Even with a good number of people enjoying different events at the same time, service was still quick and friendly. The food here was also delicious. All the different fruits and vegetables that I tried here were fresh and colorful, and I really appreciate the extra effort they put into good presentation throughout the buffet. This gave me the feeling of enjoying a nice brunch on a more luxury line of a cruise boat. In particular, the carved meats and various stations like the waffle, omelet, and chocolate fountain stations really stood out. Not only were the items here delicious, but it really gave this brunch a more premium feel and was great for fun pictures with all the customization options available. Overall, great event space with a great brunch option available. I'd like to return here another day to try some of the activity options and try more of their dining options.

    Recently went on a double date here with my husband and friends, and we had a great time! The venue…read morewas clean, and the employees were friendly, even though they seemed to have something stressful going on at the front desk. The staff checked us in quickly, got our shoe sizes, and handed us our bowling shoes before directing us to a high-top table to wait for our lane. It looked like they were coordinating with a family still sitting at a lane with kids, possibly checking if they were finished so they could clean it for us. After about 10 minutes, we were seated in that same lane I mentioned previously, which had two comfy leather couches facing each other. The space was clean, roomy, and comfortable. The place wasn't too busy when we arrived, but there were a few large groups hosting work holiday parties, despite it being late January. We had a two-hour reservation, and the experience was a blast. Our lane worked perfectly, and the blacklight atmosphere added a fun touch. One of the coolest features was the interactive avatars, which changed accessories as we racked up points. I didn't order any food, but my husband and friends did, and they all loved it. I tried some of my husband's croutons from his chicken Caesar salad, and they were well-seasoned. My friend enjoyed her gnocchi, and her boyfriend liked his chicken Caesar salad as well. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'd definitely bowl here again!

    New Approach Pro Shop - Current pricing 2-15-2018.

    New Approach Pro Shop

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    I stopped by to inquire about getting a ball drilled. Brad took time to discuss possibilities as to…read moredrilling and ball selection. He is very knowledgeable and I will return to have a ball drilled.

    Whether you're new to the sport or trying to get into it, you've found a source for information…read more The guy you want to talk to is Brad, he's got 22 PBA titles under his belt and rated as a top-100 coach internationally by Bowlers Journal Magazine. He's competent in the language of bowling and can offer many examples to help you understand what it is you're aiming for. Shoes, balls or gear, he's got the critical know-how and experience to lead you towards the right purchase. If you need lessons to improve your game, or train a newbie to the sport, it's a one-stop process. Plus, for the small ones entering the sport they offer a discount on merch. Pricing is decent and if purchasing new bowling balls they can get the ball drilled within a few hours or a day or two max. (Drilling times depend on how busy they are) I'll post a photo with current pricing. Drilling high performance runs at $60, $30 for poly. If buying your ball in-house, it's factored into the pricing. Years ago, a buddy handed-me-down a performance ball for hooking and suggested a shop I find with "Brad" to cut the ball. He said he did exceptional work and I should look him up. Over the years, I have returned for bowling gear. Yes, some of this stuff can be purchased elsewhere or online but when wanting to talk "shop" it's good to get the best advice. On the web one get find a ton of reviews, but you can't get advice that is tailored to you. With a few questions, much like a doctor, he can estimate what it is you might be looking for and cater it to your spending.

    Main Event Hoffman Estates - bowling - Updated May 2026

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