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Legends Entertainment opens this Friday in Springfield, IL. 12 bowling lanes, arcade, multiple local restaurants & event space - all under one roof and strategically placed next to hotels and a sports complex. Operators - are you prioritizing co-location w/ hotels/sports venues?
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New Family Entertainment Center Set to Open in Springfield

Legends Entertainment, a new family entertainment center in Springfield, is opening soon featuring bowling, arcade games, dining, and event spaces all in one location. The venue aims to attract both...

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PopStroke just rolled out “Kids Eat Free” across all 21 venues. Kids 12 & under can be added to an adult membership for $20/month — unlimited mini golf + a complimentary kids meal every day. Day-pass families also get a free kids meal. Smart move. PopStroke has always leaned
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more social/adult than traditional FECs, but this lowers the barrier for families without diluting the core experience. It’s a clean example of using F&B and membership perks to drive frequency and broaden the demographic.
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Experience Lab is live. We cover Family Entertainment Centers, Location-Based Entertainment, and immersive experiences with a sharper lens - the trends, the openings, the operators getting it right, and the ideas actually worth watching. What should we dig into first?
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