Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Lazer Runner! Whether your long weekend is full of turkey, family visits or simply a few extra days off school, we hope it is a great one.
Short answer: some of the best long weekend ideas for Aurora families are the simple ones: a walk-in laser tag session with the kids or visiting cousins, a weekend birthday party for a child with a fall birthday, and a few rounds at the arcade. At Lazer Runner, walk-in games on the weekend are $10 for a single 20-minute game, $18 for a double and $27 for three games per person, and weekend birthday packages start at $360 + HST for 10 kids plus the birthday child free (11 in total).
Long weekends tend to mean big meals, long visits and a lot of sitting. Kids, and many adults, need a break from it. A short, active outing gives everyone a reset: 20 to 60 minutes of running, ducking and laughing in a fog-filled arena, then back home for leftovers. It also gives visiting family something to do together that is not another hour in front of the TV.
Lazer Runner at 2 Allaura Blvd #10, in Aurora is a short drive from anywhere in town, about 10 to 15 minutes from Newmarket and about 20 minutes from Richmond Hill, with free parking on site.
You do not need a party to play. Walk-ins are welcome, and weekend sessions are priced per person:
| Session | Length | Friday to Sunday price |
|---|---|---|
| Single game | 20 minutes | $10 |
| Double game | 40 minutes | $18 |
| 3 games | 60 minutes | $27 |
The double game is the sweet spot for most families: one round to learn the arena, one round to win it. Vests are available for all ages, so parents, grandparents and older cousins can join in. Children under 6 can come along free without a vest when accompanied by an adult.
If your group has more than six people, reserve a time slot so everyone plays together. See rates and live availability on the walk-in pricing page, and read our parent’s guide to a first game for first-visit tips.
When the whole family is in town, turn it into a friendly rivalry. Split into two teams (one side of the family against the other, kids against adults, or simply by age) and play a team game mode. Lazer Runner has seven game modes, including Team Play, Team Capture and Vampire Game, where tagged players switch sides. The losing team clears the dinner table.
Kids with October birthdays often end up celebrating on a long weekend. A laser tag party takes the pressure off hosting at home when the house is already full. Both Lazer Runner packages are priced for 10 kids plus the birthday child free (11 in total) and include 1 hour and 50 minutes of party time, two private games and a private party room. Adults get in free:
The price is the same for 1 to 11 players, so a small party with cousins works just as well as a full class party. Bring a nut-free cake, plus a knife and lighter, since they are not provided. See the party packages page for every detail, and see why kids love laser tag birthday parties.
Planning on short notice? Check open party times when you book online or call 647.500.8512. A deposit holds your date.
If the birthday child just wants to play with two or three friends or cousins, a walk-in visit is a simple, affordable option. Four kids playing a weekend double game is $72. Play, check the scores, then head home for cake. For more ideas, see our birthday party ideas for kids 6 to 12.
Between or after games, Lazer Runner has air hockey and arcade games on site, including Super Car, Super Bike and Aliens Armageddon. It is a good way for younger kids to cool down while older kids plan a rematch.
Thanksgiving is about gratitude. Why not make the outing a thank-you? Take the grandparents who drove in, the neighbour kids who always help out, or the friends who hosted your family last year. A single game is $10 a person on the weekend, a small treat that feels like a big one.
A few tips for a smooth visit:
Regular weekend hours are Saturday 10:30 am to 9:00 pm and Sunday 10:30 am to 7:00 pm. For the holiday Monday, call 647.500.8512 to confirm hours.
Friday to Sunday walk-in rates are $10 for a single game, $18 for a double game and $27 for three games, per person.
Possibly. Check open times when you book online or call the team. Weekend packages start at $360 + HST for 10 kids plus the birthday child free (11 in total).
Yes. Vests are available for all ages, so the whole family can play together.
Players must be 6 or older to wear a vest. Children under 6 can join free without a vest when accompanied by an adult.
From all of us at Lazer Runner, happy Thanksgiving. If you are looking for something to do between the turkey and the leftovers, the fog is rolling and the arena is ready. Reserve a walk-in time or book a birthday party. Lazer Runner is at 2 Allaura Blvd #10, Aurora.
Related reading: Indoor things to do with kids in Aurora · Guide: choosing a party venue · A parent’s guide to a first laser tag game
Reserve a private party online, or check live walk-in availability. Questions? Call 647.500.8512.
