Laser Bounce - Family Fun Center | Queens
Rating
Family of 4
$80-$120 including laser tag sessions (~$10-$14/person per session), arcade tokens ($20-$30 for a family), and snacks or light food from the cafe
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 4-16
About
Laser Bounce in Glendale, Queens, combines a multi-level laser tag arena with an extensive arcade and redemption center inside the Atlas Park Mall — making it one of the more complete family entertainment packages in the borough.
The laser tag arena is the main draw and the reason families drive from other neighborhoods and boroughs. The arena uses theatrical fog, blacklights, and a multi-level course that creates genuine tension and movement even for kids who aren't naturally competitive. Teams are vest-equipped with infrared sensors and navigate the arena for timed sessions.
Kids ages 7-15 are typically the sweet spot for loving this experience; younger children under 7 may find the multi-level navigation and darkness challenging.
The arcade section is a standard redemption arcade with ticket-dispensing games (ski ball, basketball, crane machines, rhythm games) that allow kids to accumulate tickets and exchange them for prizes. For parents, the key is setting a token budget before entering and sticking to it — the nature of redemption arcades is that children always want more.
The venue also functions as a birthday party hub, with party rooms and package deals. If you're planning a birthday event, the packages often bundle laser tag + food + arcade credits at a per-head price that's competitive with alternatives.
Location-wise, the Atlas Park Mall in Glendale is accessible by car with mall parking, or by the J/Z train to Woodhaven Blvd plus a short walk. The surrounding mall food court means food before or after the laser tag session is convenient and varied.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons for shortest waits; weekends are busiest
Wait Times
15-30 min for laser tag sessions on weekends; minimal on weekdays
Nearby Food
Atlas Park Mall has a food court and several casual dining options within the shopping complex. Multiple fast-casual and sit-down options within the mall.
Why Kids Love It
Laser tag at this Queens location gives kids ages 6-16 a full multi-level arena experience where they're stalking each other through fog-filled corridors with blinking vests and infrared guns — it's consistently one of the most exciting things a group of kids this age can do together in an urban setting. The combined arcade and redemption center means kids can spend post-laser-tag adrenaline on games and exchange tickets for prizes, which extends the fun well past the laser tag session itself.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Book laser tag online — walk-in availability on weekends is unreliable.
- Wear comfortable, dark-colored clothes for laser tag (dark colors absorb less light and arguably provide a marginal advantage).
- Kids under 7 may struggle with multi-level laser tag arenas; this is better for ages 7+.
- Set an arcade token budget before entering — it's easy to overspend.
- Located in Atlas Park Mall, so meals before or after at the food court are convenient.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes for active play
- Cash or card for arcade tokens
- Socks (usually required for indoor play areas)
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$80-$120 including laser tag sessions (~$10-$14/person per session), arcade tokens ($20-$30 for a family), and snacks or light food from the cafe
Tips to Save
- Book laser tag sessions online in advance to avoid wait times.
- Look for weekday deals and package deals that bundle laser tag + arcade credits.
- Birthday party packages can sometimes be cheaper per-head for groups of 6+.
