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536 Sawdust Rd Suite C
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
Definitely a work out if your competed like me and want to win. Time is against you so be ready to move. Take a water bottle so you don't lose time going to drink water in the back. Have good running shoes ?? and have a great time. I'll be back to win again lol
Activate was hands down one of the most fun nights I've had in a minute. The place itself is dope?imagine a real-life video game with rooms that test your memory, agility, coordination, and speed. But what really took it over the top? Taylor. He was staff, but you'd never guess it by how down-to-earth and fun he was. Not only was he super helpful, but he actually jumped in and played games with us, which made everything 10x better. It didn't feel like he was just doing his job?it felt like he was part of t
It's Lit! It was my daughter?s birthday! This place will have you ripping && running while trying to stay focus. Once inside the room && your playing, at the end you can continue && it'll gradually get harder or just start a different game in another one. My youngest is about 3feet something- So some games were harder for him to play. It's a 9/10- 10/10 experience. Each room is about a minute to play give or take. The 75 minute play runs fast when you're having a good time. The staff was nice. Shout out to
In Spring, Texas, where the neon lights gleam, Our work crew stepped into an ?80s dream. At Activate Games, the energy was high, Ready to challenge, to laugh, and to try. ? ? With wristbands glowing, we entered the zone, Each room a quest, each challenge our own. From laser mazes to hoops that lit bright, We danced through puzzles, a thrilling sight. ? ?Mega Grid? had us hopping with flair, Tiles flashing colors, lighting the air. In ?Strike,? we aimed with precision and might, Bullseyes glowing in the ul
We hosted my daughter's 13th birthday celebration. We ran into a car issue (flat tire) and they were very accommodating and pushed out reservations back 1 hour. We also had the lounge and the detailed cleaning between each party was above and beyond. They ensured it was not only cleaned but well sanitized. Everyone was so helpful, pleasant and accommodating. They made a bad start to our day turn into a phenomenal evening.
So much fun! Great team building for work, date night or just a couple hours to game with your kids. Employees are super nice and will explain every game and help with any questions. Reasonable pricing. This will be a great place to get out of the summer heat and still be active.
The workers were super nice, helpful, and welcoming they kept checking in to make sure we were having a good time, which we really appreciated. My husband and I came here to celebrate our 2 year anniversary, and it ended up being such a fun and unique date night! We laughed a lot, got competitive, and the 75 minutes flew by. The whole experience was well put together and so worth it. We'll definitely be back!
This was the most absolutely fantastic experience that anybody could ask for for a bachelorette weekend! Activate lit, very fun experience and for sure will be coming back next time I come to Houston!!! The staff is amazing as well!!!
HAD A BLAST! Interactive games - cooperative or competitive modes! Each game has a different theme. Each game is in a private room that you and your friends enter and a countdown starts before the game begins. You can stay in the room and continue to play harder levels or you can go to a different room with a different game type. Fun for adults not only kids. This is my 5th time coming with friends in 2 months. Love this place. Left sweating feeling like I just worked out too!
Omg this place was amazing I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. It's fun for all just be sure to be wear comfortable shoes and bring something to drink to stay hydrated lol
Activate The Woodlands is such a fun, high-energy experience! It's the perfect mix of physical activity and brain challenges, and every room is like stepping into a real-life video game. Whether you're working as a team or competing for the top score, there's something for everyone?from memory and speed games to agility and problem-solving. The facility is clean, well-organized, and the staff is super friendly and helpful. They walk you through everything before you start, so even if it's your first time,
Was more than expected in a good way! Loved that each room had different modes and levels to match! Making you feel like you weren't playing the same game twice. Made for a good date night but will definitely be back for a group/family experience to bring out the more competitive spirit. Also like that the more games you played you earned points to win towards prizes. The staff was very friendly and helpful all the way from check in to in game experiences.
I've seen videos on social media about this place but it's much better than the videos show. First of all great and friendly staff. Then a locker is included with your booking to put away any loose items because this is a full body activity. Glad they don't nickel and dime you. The A/C is great and the time you have is generous and unless you're in fit physical shape, you probably won't use it all. Price is affordable and the amount of different rooms and games makes it money well spent. My daughter and I h
Activate was easily one of the most fun nights I've had in a while. The whole place feels like a giant real-life video game, filled with rooms that challenge your memory, reflexes, coordination, and speed. The setup alone was impressive, but what really made it special was Tylor. Tylor (and Josephine) was part of the staff, but you wouldn't have guessed it. He was approachable, fun, and genuinely seemed to care that we had a great time. Instead of just giving instructions and stepping back, he actually pla
This place was incredible?such an AWESOME experience for my 15 and 16 year old sons? bday party! They had such a blast with their friends!! The high tech and high energy interactive gaming experience was like nothing we've ever seen before?I love that you get some great exercise with a lot of the games and others are great ?mental workouts??? The staff was very professional and fun with the kids as well. Will definitely bring our kids here again for some fun family time! (My 11 year old daughter loved it al
Went here with my boyfriend to celebrate his 27th birthday- we had a BLAST! Definitely bring the right shoes and be ready to sweat. I'm also 23 weeks pregnant & still had a great time and participated in all the games. 10/10 recommend, can't wait to come back!
Our family had so much fun! We will def be back within the month! My son was begging for more time before we were done but 1hr 15min was plenty of time to play so many games and break a sweat also!
Taylyn was WONDERFUL to work with. He helped me plan a spectacular birthday party for my kiddo at the last minute. He also went above and beyond to help get a knife that we forgot to pack. He greeted us as if we were family. The entire staff was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. I can't say enough about what a great staff this business has, which makes the game interaction all the more fun.
Great time with our whole family, all the kids had fun and even the 18 year old wasn't too cool to play with his parents and little brothers. Easy to follow directions and figure out games as you go. Great helpful staff. If you, or your child has sensitivity to sound I suggest getting sensory ear plugs, our youngest had his hands over his ears most of the time but he got acclimated at the end. Next time we'll bring something for his ears.
We had the most amazing time here. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Place is spectacular and clean. We had so much fun just getting to adults being silly. Highly recommend.
Took a trip to Houston to celebrate my friend birthday. We needed a Fun chill Friday activity and Activate was perfect! We had a BLAST. I didn't think I would enjoy the laser game as much as I thought but they put ya girl to WORK. Haha most definitely burned some calories doing this, so prepare to SWEAT. All my bookworms don't worry, they got a super fun word game in the HIDE game that pits the brain to work. Taylor, Hunter and the rest of staff were super friendly and very pleasant during our visit. Wil
The place was nice and well air conditioned! All the games were different and fun while getting a great workout in! On top of that one of the Managers Taylor was super sincere and helpful during my stay! 10/10 I highly recommend to anyone who wants to get a workout and have fun!
We visited last Saturday, as a party of 4 with my youngest being 6 and had a ball! The interactive games, make you think and gives you a good workout. Ken, the GM was very welcoming when we walked in and got us set up quickly and ready for fun! Sam, was the sweetest and very knowledgeable as she walked us through the nature of how to access, play and exit the rooms. Overall, parents stretch before going if you are a hermit ?? and the kids will be worn out as well, in a good way of course!
I brought a group of 8 pre-teen girls and they loved it! The staff was amazing and helpful to keeping me informed as to what the girls were up to and even let me watch a couple of games. One of their enthusiastic employees even joined in and set up a fun competitive challenge for my girls at the end of their session. We will definitely be back!
Activate was such an amazing experience. A great place for both just adult hangouts or even just for kids. Place is really nice and seems well kept. Staff are very informative and nice. Big thankyou to Maya!!! What a wonderful person she made the experience super great for us and super attentive. Great employee to have as part of their staff. Overall loved this place and will definitely come back.
Activate Games is an incredibly fun, immersive, and physically engaging experience that feels like stepping into your own reality competition show. From the moment I entered, it felt like I had been dropped into an episode of Big Brother or another high-stakes game show?lights flashing, challenges waiting, and adrenaline pumping. Each game room is like its own mini mission, testing everything from your memory and reflexes to your strategy and teamwork. The combination of mental and physical challenges made
The kids had an absolute blast and can't wait to go back. My son was even a little sore from all the ups and downs in the laser maze that they did over and over again. The staff was very friendly, upbeat and helpful. I love tgat they offer a free locker while you are playing games. We'll definitely be back. I think this would be a fun group date night too!
I told my dad to to go a couple of weeks ago and when we arrive we had high hopes I got blasted with with really high quality games the staff are amazing they were funny and helpful and make sure to bring water you are going to sweat the timing I don't like is I didn't really like how they did the eyes game it was kept glitching out and I was hiding and it said that they saw me even though they didn't and I really love the neon lights would recommend 5/5 stars masterpiece
FUN! EXCERSIZE! THIS IS NOT FOR LAZY PEOPLE! I rented the entire place for a work teambuilding event. I really did not expect what actually unfolded upon my eyes. Everyone really had a blast. 90% of the games involving moving, jumping, ducking, or aiming. I felt like a grownup child! My advise and/or takeaway is for management to advise physical expectations before bookings. The business will also benefit if they sold snacks and drinks.
We had an absolute blast as a family! Hunter brought the perfect mix of competition and fun ? we were all laughing, cheering, and maybe even getting a little too competitive at times! It made the whole experience unforgettable. I'm already planning my next visit and bringing even more family and friends to join the fun. Can't wait to see if we can top it next time!
Went with family and friends, had so much fun! The employees there are so helpful and nice, and the manager was amazing!!! There are so many games to choose from and $25 for 75 minutes is not bad and definitely worth it. Time will go by so fast and its a fun way to run out some energy. Perfect for adults and kids, (there is a lot of running so you NEED TO BRING TENNIS SHOES) this place is a must! There were seating to sit down, and water and restrooms if you need to take a break. I'm not from Houston, but I
This place was so awesome! My husband surprised me with a date night here, and we had an amazing time! The staff is super helpful and fun. All the games were really cool and there are so many options. We will definitly be back!!
Such a different kind of fun activity for kids and adults to enjoy! Staff was very welcoming and informative. Their rewards system is a cool unique way to come back and test your skills/get high scores.
Taylin was an excellent host. He was very accommodating to our every need. It was my daughter?s 18th birthday and he made her smile although we ran late to the location due to the heavy traffic. He's such a gracious and respectful young man. I would most definitely bring my kids back and tell my friends about our positive and welcoming experience. Thanks again, Taylin.
We just did Activate Woodlands! What a great place to bond, run, fly, strategize, and play. Overall this is a great place to bond, have a party, or just hangout. All the staff were absolutely amazing. Cameron went above and beyond with his service. Thank you for having a free weekend so we could get hooked. ????
Thanks Davin and Connor for a wonderful experience! Came here with 4 kiddos and we had a blast. If you have little ones the may not be able to reach for some of the games. Overall I highly recommend this place. Filling out your waivers before will save you some time.
This place is SO fun! Interactive, competitive, and a blast of a time. It's a unique change of pace for an activity night. Kids have a blast, but I suggest kids older than 5 years old. The staff is so kind and helpful! You hear screams and laughs because it's a great place to be entertained. It's a genius business idea too. ;)
My fianc? and I came tonight and we had a blast!! Very different from the normal date night activities which become a bore overtime from doing them repeatedly. This place gets you up and moving and working together to achieve an overall goal.
Activate Games ? The Woodlands, TX We were in town from Michigan visiting family in Houston and decided to check out Activate in The Woodlands. My wife and I took our two kids, and they loved it?we actually went back the next day because they had so much fun. The place is super clean, feels really safe, and the games are a great mix of fun and movement. As a fitness pro, I really appreciated how well-thought-out everything was. The games get your body and brain going, and it's a cool way to be active witho
This place is great and so much fun for our group aged 10 to 50. We are visiting but would visit again
Very fun place to bring a family or friends. My first experience and they were so involved with us. Kent and all the other hosts are very kind and enjoy energetic groups like us. We will definitely come back!
I went here on a whim with my cousins and it was the most fun we had in a night. We went on a Saturday Night so it was packed but it didn't affect our experience at all. We still had time to go to each activity and have fun. All the employees there especially Taylor and Mackenzie were super helpful and nice. Taylor guided us around the place and helped us get some rare achievement he felt like apart of the group as well as Mackenzie. Highly recommend going and meeting with Taylor and Mackenzie to make the e
This place was much better than the one in Katy and it's way bigger and has more rooms. Amazing staff especially Maya who was not only helpful but showed us how to look at our points, rewards and redeem them if we wanted. Would definitely be coming back here every time. I highly recommend this place for everyone looking to not only have fun but, be treated with respect as well!!!!
We had a blast at activate! It brought out our competitiveness and taught us more communication skills while still having fun! I'd definitely come back and play again!! The staff also was pleasant, helpful and enjoyed being there!
10/10 absolutely LOVED IT!! Pro tips bring a water bottle and Ladies I would suggest you wear leggings because I got my knees a little scrapped up but other than that it was SO FREAKING FUN!
The Woodlands location was bigger, had more game rooms, cleaner and the staff were so much more attendant and helpful than the Katy location. We had so much fun and really appreciated the game suggestions and help from Hunter and Tay Tay. We will definitely be making the trip back to this location again!
THIS WAS SOOOO FUN and it was great exercise!! It's more fun with multiple people and you can win rewards!! Make sure you come with active wear because you are gonna be very sweaty!
First time here and love it, it was super fun and different! The games are interactive, and challenging (: def recommend! Also, the staff is super friendly and helpful.
Sam was super awesome guiding us through the games and very friendly. The games are so much fun and the 75 minutes went by too fast! We wanted to stay longer! But I was so tired and realized how much how out of shape I am! Haha! I will definitely be coming back again!
Had a great time at Activate Games! The activities were super fun and challenging in the best way. The staff was really friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!
Activate is an absolute blast! It's fun, interactive, and a great experience whether you're with family, friends, or co-workers. If you're looking for a team-building activity, this is the place to go. You'll get your steps in, get some exercise, and most importantly, have a ton of fun while doing it. Expect plenty of laughter along the way! The games are engaging, and the overall experience is well worth it. Highly recommend!
Overall great experience. Really enjoyed playing with my family. Staff is super helpful and fun to play with! Kent was a beast on the hoops. Can't wait to beat him though!
This is the most fun place for kids and adults the same. The employees at this place are incredible helpful and kind specially Kent Williams. He attended our kids party and was specially nice and helpful. Do your kids a favor and make your party here.
The staff is super sweet and helpful with the kids. They're super patient as well. The kids love it. They always beg for more time. Such a great experience. It's like a game but staying active as well and coming out all sweaty and good and tired.
My coworkers and I had an AMAZING time! Kent is the best, he threw in a friendly challenge to keep us engaged and it made the experience 10x better. Will definitely be coming back!
Had a blast here! I've been to the Activate Games at Austin but this just took my experience to a whole new level. Staff was very friendly and encouraging. Would come here again for sure!
My son's 12th birthday was celebrated there and everything was seamless. We purchased packages for kids and adults and also rented the lounge to serve food, drinks, and dessert. Email communication to reserve our space was prompt and timely and this great service continued throughout the duration of the party. Everyone had a blast and my son's friends now want their parties hosted there as well! Thanks to Kent and team for helping to make this a successful event.
Workers were friendly and greeting us with happy face, the gaming rooms area were cold to keep us cool, and had a worker showed us how to play a game that we were confused with.
10/10 staff was amazing, they are very warm and welcoming. The games were fun and challenging. Definitely will be a returning customer. We had so much fun for my sister?s 20th birthday!
Very fun group experience. Variety of enjoyable games and there was definitely one for everyone in our group of 9. Very engaging and fun and physically involved. Five star experience for us game wise. The only reason for the lower star rating is that we prebooked and were offered the use of the lounge for an hour in email booking. This was confirmed by a manager at check in. After 5 minutes in the lounge, a different manager told us we had no booking and had to leave, even though there was no one waiting. O
Amazing place, Amazing team and employees, games was beyond our expectations DEFINITELY bringing the kids here and telling everyone about this place it was amazing to come during a normal tuesdays Connor & Kent was amazing with explaining games and helping out made sure we was well adjusted and knowledgeable to have the best experience. The best time in a while to blow off steam. Thank you so much will for sure be back!
Talen and Sam is such a delight! We had so much fun!!
The staff were amazing! They explained everything so well and really helped hype up the experience and make it that much more fun! I had a blast and cannot wait to go again! This was my first time there and I Loved it!
What an amazing time with my 8 and 10 year old nieces! That hour and 15 mins flew by, and we had a blast. Already layout next visit with more family!
Amazing experience for all ages. A great way to stay active and have fun. Kent was an absolute pleasure and we can't wait to come back. Highly recommend especially for the price you get your money worth and a great workout.
Talen was so nice and passionate about this and showed us a couple of Easter eggs. Hunter taught us how the clean the bands and was just a chill dude, plus I liked his buzzcut.
All the attendants at Activate are so nice and pleasant! I definitely recommend going with friends and family. Only thing is it is only 5 people per room. So I would be mindful of that!
Birthday party with our family of four today at Activate, what a blast! The 75 minutes flew by as we were having so much fun! Very friendly staff is a great bonus. Looking forward to the next run!
First time experience, went with my boyfriend. There were so many different games that you could choose from. You definitely get a work out in as well, would highly recommend great team bonding skills and communication skills.
This place beats main event, the games are great!!! 10/10!!! They wouldn't let me bring my chainsaw, but that's alright. Krampus at the 13thfloorhouston this Friday the 13th.
This place was so much fun. The games were both easy and challenging. Definitely come in your tennis shoes and something comfortable. Thank you kent for being so patient and helpful. I will be back.
12/10. So much fun. Wear sneakers and comfy clothes- you will be running around lol. So many game options. Staff was very friendly and helpful. 5 people max to a room so if there's 6 you'll have to switch up the groups. Grid and Striker rooms were our favorites! Lockers available (for free) to store your belongings *bring a water*!
This place is an awesome place to go for a good wholesome fun time for all age and a great workout! You leave sweating. And with prizes! Conner front desk dude was pretty awesome also.
This place is so much fun! 10/10 recommend. Also, Hunter, part of the staff, was legit and helped make our experience great. Be forewarned; it's a workout!
definitely worth the money per person!! discount from the keychain is really good considering how little points you need to buy it. shoutout to hunter for telling us where the water fountain is because we were dying of thirst after like 20 minutes!!!
This place was amazing. I definitely recommend bringing the family here for some wholesome fun and a work out! Fun for all ages and could be great for team building exercises for colleagues. The entire staff is amazing but for an extra great experience see Talen for random questions and facts. If I could give this place 10 stars I would.
Activate Game Room is amazing! The interactive challenges are fun, fast-paced, and perfect for groups of all sizes. The facility is clean, and the staff is friendly. A great way to have an exciting and active experience?highly recommend! Plan to be tired and sweaty but have tons of fun!!
My family had such a good time at Activate! Because each group reserves a time slot, it didn't feel too crowded amd there wasn't ever too much of a wait to play any game. Will definitely do again!
This place is the absolute best. If you want to have fun while getting a workout in, this is your place. The staff are so friendly and helpful. My family had so much fun they are talking about coming once a week. Whew! Highly recommend!
Pre-Arranged and brought a youth group of 25 kids to Activate today. Kent and Lauren were awesome to work with and the kids had a blast. Highly recommend. Thank you.
Took my daughter here today. Guy working the front was really rude. Then as I was waiting for my daughter and her friend in their lobby, I asked to use a chair with a back in the party room. Mind you, there was no party going on or a party planned that evening. He told me no and that only people who are in a party can sit in there. I have terrible back pains. I will never return to this place. It is sad because I am in charge of a lot of my kids sports teams. Always looking for something new to team build.
Activate was fun and exciting! We played a variety of games and had lots of laughs and good times. The staff was amazing and very helpful! Be sure to go and Activate!!! Dr. Sugar
10 out of 10 experience! Matthew and Jasmine are amazing and made our night out so great. Book your time at Activate! You will not be disappointed.
My 2 boys (13 & 4) and I went to Activate in the woodlands last night and we were blown away by the amazing customer service. Julia, Hunter, & Talon went above & beyond to make sure we had a great experience! You will definitely get a work out from all the activities and you will be entertained the entire time. They have lockers for your stuff which I recommend using because all of the activities require your entire body and there's not a lot of room for your stuff inside some of the rooms. They are also a
So fun and many varieties of games. Friendly staff and clean! It's def an active game so where some comfy shoes and no need to bring a sweater. Also thank you Jen for the friendly service!!
Me and my friends went there for my birthday it was amazing! The worker Makenzie was very funny and nice to us all. Had a great time overall however there's only one room for the lasers so it was hard to get in so definitely wanna go in when its available.
Absolutely an amazing experience. My friends and I are 22+ and we had such a great time. The staff was very friendly, and this is an experience you can enjoy at any age to stay active!!
We went in Super Bowl Sunday with the kiddos. their employee, Hunter, had the kids immediately engaged and having a blast. Our time went by fast we were having so much fun together. Would recommend to any family wanting to do something unique together
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Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.
Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.
Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.
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Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.
No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”
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