Bongo's Fun Center
Rating
Family of 4
Roller skating admission + rental: ~$10-15/person.
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 3-14
About
Bongo's Fun Center in Fort Walton Beach is a multi-activity indoor family entertainment center that combines roller skating, indoor playground, and video arcade into one building — the classic combination that has been delighting kids for decades and still works perfectly.
The roller skating rink is the centerpiece. Skate sessions run in standard time blocks, with rental skates available at the rink. First-time skaters get the authentic experience of wobbling out onto the floor, holding the wall, falling down, and slowly figuring it out — which sounds less fun than it is, but watching your kid master their first 10 feet of skating without falling is a genuine vacation highlight.
Bring your own skates if you have them to save on rental fees.
The indoor playground gives non-skating siblings something to do during skate sessions, and the arcade has the usual ticket-redemption game selection that extends visits naturally. The combination means a family of mixed ages and interests can all find something they want to do under one roof.
With 579 reviews and a 4.4-star average, Bongo's has a loyal following in the Fort Walton Beach area. Located on Racetrack Rd NW, it's on the northwestern end of the Destin corridor. Weekday hours don't start until 4PM, making this naturally an afternoon/evening activity. Saturday opens at 11AM for families wanting a longer morning-through-afternoon visit.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
Limited
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Saturday for full day access (opens 11AM); weekdays open at 4PM only
Wait Times
Minimal wait to enter; skate rental line can be 10-15 min on busy weekends
Nearby Food
Fort Walton Beach has numerous restaurants on Racetrack Rd corridor. Mary Esther Blvd area has additional options within 5-10 minutes.
Why Kids Love It
Bongo's is one of those classic family entertainment centers that combines roller skating, indoor playground, and arcade games in one building — the kind of place that was cool in 1995 and somehow still is. Kids who've never roller skated before have their first wobbly, falling, laughing experience here. The indoor playground and arcade mean even kids who aren't ready to skate have plenty to do while siblings glide around the rink.
What Parents Say
“They have since updated the floors, added arcade games, added a toddler play area, added ice cream, and added seats.”
Pro Tips from Parents
- Bring your own roller skates if you have them — saves the rental fee and improves fit
- First-time skaters will fall — dress kids in clothes you don't mind getting scuffed
- Located in Fort Walton Beach (Racetrack Rd) — northwest end of the Destin corridor
- Weekday hours are 4PM-8PM only — afternoon/evening activity
- Website is fortsk8.com — check for party packages and current pricing
What to Bring
- Roller skates (optional — rentals available)
- Long pants to protect knees for new skaters
- Cash or credit
- Socks required for skating
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Roller skating admission + rental: ~$10-15/person.
Arcade tokens extra.
Family of 4: $60-90 for skating plus moderate arcade play.
Tips to Save
- Roller skating with personal skates avoids rental fees ($3-5 savings per person).
- Saturday opens at 11AM — best timing for families wanting a longer visit.
- Weekday opens at 4PM — pair with a beach morning.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 4-10PM
- Monday
- 4-8PM
- Sunday
- 11AM-8PM
- Tuesday
- 4-8PM
- Saturday
- 11AM-9PM
- Thursday
- 4-8PM
- Wednesday
- 4-8PM
