FAM ILY FRI ENDLY FU N

Plano’s newest family activities

story Alyssa High | illustrations Jynnette Neal

With one of the best school districts in the state, it is no surprise that families are drawn to Plano. Plano also ranked No. 16 in the nation in Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore for the city’s many parks and recreational spaces. Young children throughout Plano have the opportunity to have the packed schedules of CEOs, but family-friendly fun doesn’t stop at the elementary school age.

New businesses have been cropping up with fun for families with older kids and fun for teens without being glued to a screen. Here’s a few we’ve found that are worth trying out.

Battle House Laser Tag

2300 Coit Road, Suite 400

Battle House Laser Tag is no ordinary glow-in-the-dark laser experience. The facility features a 14,000-square-foot gaming space with eight separate two-story buildings, tramways and passageways, high-tech and low-tech props, and a lounge area. Tickets for 1.5-hour gameplay are $35 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, $40 on Fridays and Saturdays and $30 for an hour on Sundays. Tickets include a standard issue Raptor gun and other weapon upgrades are available for purchase. Players must be at least 7 years of age for the first game of the day. Afterward, the minimum age is 10 years old. While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended.

Fowling Warehouse Dfw

1714 14th St., Suite 300

In a twist on an American family favorite, Fowling combines football and bowling by having players throw footballs at bowling pins. The warehouse play area is $15 per person for unlimited fowling for open play or an hour with a private lane that includes a private table and server. For those looking for adults-only fun, Fowling Warehouse DFW has adults-only hours and a VIP club-like lounge.

Pinstack Plano

6205 Dallas Parkway

Pinstack Plano is full of indoor family activities. The bowling chain also features an LED rock climbing wall, full-service restaurant, a high ropes course, two-level laser tag, bumper cars and video games. Bowling in the main lanes is $26 per hour Monday through Thursday. Attractions are paid for with a point system: Laser tag and ropes course are 24 points, and bumper cars and the rock wall are 20 points. Points can be purchased at staggered rates, with the lowest being $20 for 100 points.