Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center Concord

Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center is located in Concord, North Carolina, along Concord Parkway North (Hwy 601) near Poplar Tent Road, in the former Kmart building. It sits within the Cabarrus County area just outside Charlotte, in the region locals call “Speed City USA” for its NASCAR heritage.

More Than Bowling: A Full House of Games

The Concord location is a spacious 50,000-square-foot facility built around 24 bowling lanes, eight of which sit in a VIP section featuring SPARK augmented-reality bowling. Beyond the lanes, guests find a 7,500-square-foot arcade with a prize store, bumper cars, an escape room, axe throwing, virtual reality experiences, and even karaoke. It is the kind of place where a family can arrive with no plan and still fill an entire afternoon. The arcade is designed to appeal to both kids and adults, with ticket-winning games and a redemption prize counter. For those who want to keep the fun going, the center offers unlimited-play passes and daily specials that bundle bowling, arcade time, and attractions into a single visit.

The Two-Story Laser Tag Arena

A centerpiece of the Concord location is its two-story laser tag arena, built for fast-paced, multi-level play. The arena gives players plenty of vertical space to move, hide, and strategize, making each session feel fresh and energetic. It is a popular draw for birthday groups and friends looking for a competitive outing. Laser tag is often bundled into party packages and combo deals, and it appears in the center’s unlimited-play passes alongside bowling. On select days, laser tag is offered at half price, making it an accessible activity for families on a budget.

Birthday Parties Made Easy

Stars and Strikes positions itself as a birthday party specialist, and the Concord team leans into that reputation. Party packages start at $21.99 per person with a minimum of ten kids, and depending on the package, they can include bowling, arcade cards, laser tag, or a combination of all three. Every party comes with soft drinks and food, balloons and paper products, a dedicated party host, and a Ticket Tornado experience for the birthday child. Parents are encouraged to bring only the cake. The center even includes a “Grown-up Play Date” in its party packages, and guests can save $50 when booking a party on a Friday or Sunday. Party options span kid, teen, and adult packages, so the same space works for a child’s celebration or a grown-up bowling birthday.

Food, Drinks, and a Place to Gather

The on-site restaurant, CJ’s Tavern, serves chef-inspired cuisine that goes well beyond typical arcade fare, with pizza, burgers, wings, salads, and shareable appetizers. A fully stocked bar complements the menu, giving adults a comfortable spot to relax while the younger guests play. The center also runs a “Stay N’ Play” combo that pairs a meal with a $10 or $20 arcade game card. The Concord facility includes multiple private party rooms, highlighted by an upscale corporate event room that seats more than 100 guests and comes with its own private bar. This makes the venue well suited for gatherings that need both entertainment and a dedicated space for dining or presentations.

Events for Every Occasion

Beyond birthdays, the center hosts corporate events, team-building outings, holiday parties, fundraisers, sports team celebrations, church group gatherings, school events, and reunions. The event team handles the details, from catering to activity scheduling, so organizers can focus on their guests. A dedicated party host keeps the energy up and the logistics running smoothly. The venue also gives back to the community, partnering with organizations like the American Cancer Society through Relay for Life and hosting annual Foster Family Christmas parties. It is a place that balances big-scale entertainment with a genuinely warm, family-friendly atmosphere.