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Posted On: 07/14/2015
On a trip to Hampton Beach one summer, I partook in some arcade games with friends thinking this was a fantastic way to spend a few hours. And you know what? It was! But what I didn’t realize was how quickly my money was going away! I would spend 75 cents to a dollar on each arcade game. Ski ball, pacman, a Mars simulator, and slot machines were taking my real money pretty quickly. However, I got a chance to go to Funspot in Laconia recently, and I found the error of my ways.
Boasting to be the largest arcade in the world, this spot of fun has three levels of game play including slot machines, a bowling alley, private party rooms, and a new mini golf room! This is a great place to bring kids for a birthday party or some adults to take a break from the real world to splurge on space invaders! That’s certainly what I did! Especially when I saw all those old Atari games coming to life in front of me. This “world’s largest” also boasts to have a pretty great video game museum. They have hosted tournaments in the past, have been all over the media, and make you feel like you’re “Wrecking it like Ralph!”
Another great plus to going to the arcade in Laconia versus the casino at Hampton Beach is that most your favorite old-time games are 1 token each! Some of the other updated games do ask you to keep putting coins in so that the adventure continues… But once you’re done waiting for the ever so popular Jurassic Park game or for the air hockey tables, you can head over to the Bingo Hall! The hall seats 400 and happens five times every week including a special Sunday matinee game. I’ve been a pretty lucky Bingo player in my life, so maybe reading this blog will have given you some good juju!
Other attractions to Funspot include their restaurants. They have the D.A. Long Tavern as well as the Braggin’ Dragon Restaurant. The Braggin’ Dragon is an area for younger people to eat junk food like pizza, nachos, and cheesy fries. But the Tavern is for older folks who want to sit back and have a drink amidst their gaming fun. The tavern also serves food but its website focuses more on the mixology portion of this spot.
If you’re looking for a great time with friends no matter the age, Funspot is a great place to get away and enjoy simpler times of pixilation with the Mario Bros. Find all your old favorites and buy some tokens to receive tickets for plush prizes! Tag us in your Instagram pictures with @LakesRegAirport and show us what you’ve won! And don't forget to print out this page to get some free tokens for your next trip!
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