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While happy hour may be the first thing on your mind after a day in the office, it doesn’t have to be just a night out for drinks and a bite! From unique retail destinations to interactive experiences, Center City is home to one-of-a-kind gems that you won’t find elsewhere in the region. And when you’re in the Most Walkable City in the U.S., the opportunities for fun are just a short stroll away.
Beat The Bomb with Friends and Coworkers
📍1218 Chestnut Street
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At Beat the Bomb, teams can embark on one-hour missions, dodging lasers and cracking codes to disarm a giant paint, foam, and slime bomb or risk getting blasted! For a more relaxed experience, rent a game bay to enjoy drinks and snacks while playing from a library of Beat the Bomb games.
Start your Engines at F1 Arcade
📍1330 Chestnut Street
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Enjoy an immersive F1 racing experience with state-of-the-art simulators designed to emulate the thrill of a real race. After a few laps, fuel up with elevated sports bar fare.
Tee off Indoors at Five Iron Golf
📍1717 Arch Street
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Located in the Three Logan Square office tower is this indoor golf simulator experience that also offers professional instruction, Callaway golf club fittings, a sports bar and lounge, and two outdoor patios.
Try Vintage Games at Barcade Center City
📍 1326 Chestnut Street
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Over 80 classic arcade games can be found at the region’s second Barcade! And while you’re practicing with Pac-Man or toying with Tapster, check out the full menu of bites and beverages.
Cook Up Classics at La Cucina at the Market
📍 1206 Arch Street
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What better way to bring people together than by cooking together? La Cucina at the Market offers weekly cooking classes, ranging from Italian classics like handmade pasta to seafood festa and sushi.
Play Ping Pong at Spin
📍 211 S. 15th Street
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Where else will you find a blend of urban-lounge chic and a bathtub filled with ping pong balls? Grab the team for a game of ping pong at one of Spin’s 16 tables and grab a bite or cocktail from the full menu and bar.
Craft Custom Candles at Cork & Candles
📍 1315 Walnut Street
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Whether you want to create a classic candle or a novelty candle that looks like a bowl of cereal, Midtown Village destination and BYOB Cork & Candles has more than 60 fragrances for endless options.
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Throw a Bullseye at Flight Club
📍1411 Walnut Street
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Located at the original site of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, Flight Club combines gourmet food and beverage options with innovative tech-infused dart minigames and competitions.
Get Your Game on at Time Mission
📍 1534 Chestnut Street
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With over 25 interactive “portals” that challenge your speed, strength, smarts, and teamwork, Time Mission is a high-energy destination for families, friends, and corporate groups alike. Whether you're dodging lasers, solving puzzles, or saving the timeline, this all-ages indoor attraction turns any outing into an unforgettable mission.
Step into Virtual Reality at Sandbox VR
📍1712 Walnut Street
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Designed for groups of up to six people, Sandbox VR’s immersive experiences transport you into worlds of your choice like Squid Game, a zombie mansion and more.
Bowl with Friends at Lucky Strike
📍 1336 Chestnut Street
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Striking out can be a good thing, when it’s on one of the 24 bowling lanes at Lucky Strike Center City! Between rounds, snacks and games like shuffleboard and Giant Jenga are perfect for unwinding after work.
Score a Hole in One at Puttshack
📍 The Shops at Liberty Place, 1625 Chestnut Street
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The classic game of minigolf enters the future at Puttshack, which features technology that keeps the score and allows players to skip the pencil and scorecard as they compete in one of four nine-hole minigolf courses.
Game the Night Away at Round1
📍 The Fashion District, 1001 Market Street
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Located in the heart of Center City in the Fashion District, Round1 has entertainment and games for all ages and interests. Test out your skills with modern arcade games, bowling, billiards, and even karaoke!
For some more up-to-date options and other after work activities in Philadelphia, visit our Explore page to see new events, promotions, and more.
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