Laser Tag in Iowa, US

Combat Live Laser Tag is located inside Merle Hay Mall in Des Moines, IA.

The venue features a 5,000-square-foot laser tag arena with a layout that changes every week and military-grade equipment that simulates 285 different weapons, rotated weekly. Game modes include Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Battle Royal, Predator, Zombie mode, and many more. Walk-in laser tag sessions are available, and private parties can book the arena exclusively with customized game modes for groups of up to 16 players.

Beyond laser tag, the facility includes a game center where visitors can play video games on a dedicated high-speed connection, with purchased time saved to a user ID for future use. The venue is well-suited for birthday parties, corporate team-building events, and family outings. Staff are noted for being welcoming and attentive, and the arena offers discounted walk-in rates during the current setup phase of the facility.

Tilt Studio Southern Hills is located inside the Southern Hills Mall in Sioux City, Iowa.

The venue offers a wide range of indoor attractions including a black light alien-themed laser tag arena, a high-tech laser maze called Laser Frenzy, two black light mini golf courses (Mori’s Galactic Golf and Putter Pirates), Spin and Flip Zone bumper cars, mini bowling lanes, and over 150 arcade and video games. Guests use a reloadable Play Card system to access games and attractions, and admission to the facility is free.

Beyond the games, Tilt Studio Southern Hills provides private party rooms for birthdays, corporate events, fundraisers, and group gatherings of all sizes. A full snack bar and restaurant serves pizza, nachos, and other refreshments. The staff includes dedicated party hosts who handle setup, cleanup, and activity coordination. The facility also features lounge areas, sanitizing stations throughout, and flexible event packages that can be customized to fit different budgets and group sizes.

Virtual Ventures is located in West Davenport, Iowa, on the third floor of The Wellness Center on Locust Street. This free-roam virtual reality game center offers a wide range of multiplayer experiences including zombie survival shooters, VR laser tag, archery defense games, and immersive escape rooms — all designed for 2 to 6 players who physically navigate the digital worlds with their own bodies. The facility features a single large arena with full-body tracking and haptic vests, with games powered by platforms like HeroZone and VEX Play.

Beyond the games, Virtual Ventures provides private party packages for birthdays, corporate team-building events, and adults-only after-hours sessions, all with the option to bring your own food and drinks. The center includes a VIP lounge with air hockey and foosball, a banquet table for catering, and a dedicated staff focused on creating a memorable experience from the moment guests arrive. The club was founded by Michael Elliott in 2022 and continues to partner with software developers to offer fresh, engaging VR content.

Malibu Jack’s Quad Cities is located at 858 Middle Road in Bettendorf, Iowa, right in the Quad Cities area.

The park offers a wide range of indoor attractions including go-karts, laser tag (arena holds up to 25 players), an 18-hole tropical mini golf course, bowling, a Twist N Shout roller coaster, a drop tower, bumper cars, a dark ride, a motion theater, and a Bounce Beach zone for children ages 10 and under. Birthday packages start at $11.99 per person and include party space, game cards, and redemption points. Group rates are available for parties of 25 or more with 2–4 hour all-access passes covering eight attractions.

Jack’s Sandbar restaurant and bar serves pizza, burgers, and adult beverages on-site. The venue also offers arcade games, weekday specials (half-price laser tag on Thursdays, half-price mini golf on Tuesdays, etc.), and Play Card bonus deals. The park is well-suited for birthdays, corporate events, field trips, team-building, holiday parties, and family outings. The events team works directly with organizers to customize the experience, and the indoor setting ensures weather-independent fun year-round.

Spare Time Cedar Rapids is located on 1st Avenue SE in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, inside the former Gordman’s building.

The venue offers a state-of-the-art laser tag arena with fog machines, dynamic lighting, and immersive soundscapes, alongside three themed escape rooms (Pharaoh’s Revenge, Mayday, and Zombie Research Lab), luxury bowling lanes, and a large Game Zone arcade. Birthday party packages include bowling, laser tag, or gamer options with pizza, drinks, and a dedicated party host. Group events can be customized with combinations of all activities.

The facility features multiple restaurants and bars serving chef-crafted dishes, private event spaces including the Elite Suite with capacity for up to 150 guests, semi-private bowling suites, and full-facility rentals for up to 850 guests. Catering options range from appetizer platters to plated dinners and buffets. The venue is well-suited for birthdays, corporate events, team building, field trips, fundraisers, and milestone celebrations.

Dragon’s Lair Family Adventure Center is located in southwest Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The centerpiece is a 5,000-square-foot tactical laser tag arena using high-end Laserwar equipment, featuring over 15 different mission-based game modes like Domination, Capture the Flag, and unique in-house creations like Medic-Medic. Beyond laser tag, the venue offers four physical escape rooms, eight virtual reality escape experiences, professional Dungeons & Dragons sessions, Nerf Warz, and a weekly Family Game Night with over 120 board games.

The facility includes two private party rooms with video games and fridge space, making it a great fit for birthday parties and corporate team-building events. The venue also offers a variety of additional options including gift vouchers and pre-paid specials, with a focus on creating memorable group experiences for all ages.

TBK Bank Entertainment Center is located just off Interstate 80 in Bettendorf, Iowa, on the Iowa side of the Quad Cities.

This two-story family entertainment center is a one-stop destination for fun, anchored by the “Pirates Revenge” laser tag arena ($8/mission), 32 Brunswick bowling lanes, two immersive escape rooms ($25/person), and the largest arcade in the Quad Cities with over 60 games and VR experiences. Birthday party packages start at $24.99 per person and include a dedicated host, activity time, arcade play, and food, while custom packages can be built for corporate outings, team-building events, and private celebrations.

Beyond the games, the venue features a full-service sports bar and restaurant (The Dish Bar & Grill), banquet and meeting spaces, and a dedicated events team that handles all the details. Special offers like the Unlimited Play pass ($35/person) and Kids Bowl Free program add extra value, making it a versatile destination for families, friends, and colleagues alike.

QC Family Entertainment sits on 44th Avenue in Moline, Illinois, in the Quad Cities area. The venue houses 24 traditional bowling lanes plus 8 VIP Boutique lanes with leather couches and projector screens, a two-story Pandora Laser Tag arena spanning 3,500 square feet with room for up to 24 players per game, and over 65 arcade games with redemption prizes. Cosmic Bowling runs Friday and Saturday nights, and laser tag rounds cost $8 per person.

Beyond the games, the facility offers over 5,000 square feet of private event space, three party rooms, a full-service restaurant and bar with an in-house chef, and a dedicated party planning team that handles everything from children’s birthday parties to corporate events. The staff assigns a personal server to each party and works closely with guests to customize catering, beverages, and entertainment. A current arcade promotion gives $10 in bonus credits when loading $20 onto a game card.

Spare Time Des Moines is located in the Jordan Creek area of West Des Moines, Iowa, right off Jordan Creek Parkway.

This family-friendly entertainment hub features an epic laser tag arena with tactical obstacles and multi-level gameplay, two escape room experiences (30 and 60 minutes), luxury bowling lanes, and a massive Game Zone arcade. Guests can enjoy chef-crafted dining and signature cocktails at multiple restaurants and bars throughout the venue. The facility offers four customizable birthday party packages (Bowling, Bash, Laser Tag, and Gamer), each with a dedicated party host who handles setup and cleanup. Private event spaces include the Elite Suite with eight bowling lanes and a private bar, a Climate Controlled Patio with a firepit, and a Restaurant Event Space for up to 130 guests.

For corporate events and large gatherings, the entire venue can be rented for up to 975 guests, with full catering options from casual appetizers to elegant plated dinners. The venue also features comfortable lounge areas, a climate-controlled patio, and multiple bars for post-game relaxation. The professional staff, praised in guest reviews for their attentiveness, ensures every event runs smoothly. Spare Time is well-suited for birthdays, corporate team-building, fundraisers, field trips, weddings, and milestone celebrations.