Launch Family Entertainment Park Norwood
Rating
Family of 4
$100-$135 (activity packages ~$25-33/person; food ~$25-45)
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 5-16
About
Launch Family Entertainment Park in Norwood is the south-of-Boston option in the Launch chain, conveniently located on Route 1 in Norwood with easy highway access and ample parking — a practical advantage over some of the more urban entertainment venues. The facility offers laser tag, a multi-level ropes course, rock climbing wall, bumper cars, a large arcade, and an on-site restaurant.
For South Shore and Metro South families, the Norwood location avoids the Boston traffic and parking headaches while delivering the same comprehensive entertainment experience as other Launch locations. The Route 1 corridor has excellent food options before or after your visit.
The multi-level ropes course has sections calibrated for different age ranges, with lower elements accessible to children as young as 5 and increasingly challenging sections for older kids. Laser tag is consistently the most popular attraction for kids ages 7-16 — the Norwood arena runs structured game sessions that feel genuinely competitive.
Closed on Mondays. The facility opens at 3:30pm on weekday afternoons (after school hours), which makes spontaneous post-school visits easy but also means Tuesday-Thursday afternoons are busier with school-age kids. Weekend mornings (Saturday from 10am, Sunday from 10am) are a good option for families who want a full day without fighting the after-school crowd.
Activity-based packages purchased online offer the best value. Budget approximately $100-$135 for a family of 4 including activities and food.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons for smallest crowds; Saturday mornings are manageable
Wait Times
10-25 min for popular activities on weekend evenings
Nearby Food
On-site restaurant at Launch Norwood. Route 1 in Norwood has extensive fast food and casual dining including many family-friendly chains.
Why Kids Love It
The Norwood Launch location covers all the essentials: laser tag, ropes course, rock climbing, a large arcade, and bumper cars — and the on-site restaurant means no mid-visit departures for food. The laser tag arena is particularly popular with kids ages 7+ who treat it as a serious competitive sport. The multi-level ropes course has sections for young children as well as teen-level challenges, making it easy to keep different age groups happy simultaneously.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Closed Mondays — a common mistake when planning school vacation visits
- The Norwood location is on Route 1 (Providence Hwy) with ample parking — easier to reach by car than some Boston options
- Laser tag has minimum age and height requirements — check the website for specifics before bringing very young children
- Buy combo packages online rather than individual activities for better per-activity pricing
- The restaurant is a genuine full-service option — better to eat here than leave and come back
What to Bring
- Athletic clothing and closed-toe shoes
- Grip socks or purchase on site
- Water bottle
Cost Info
Admission Prices
- Child
- $16
Tips to Save
- Purchase activity bundles online for discounts.
- Closed Mondays.
- Weekday and off-peak pricing often beats weekend rates.
- Grip socks can be bought once and reused on return visits.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 3:30-10PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 10AM-8PM
- Tuesday
- 3:30-8PM
- Saturday
- 10AM-10PM
- Thursday
- 3:30-8PM
- Wednesday
- 3:30-8PM
