Life as a college student is stressful, and the simplicity of childhood seems so long ago. Revisiting some of your favorite childhood activities can provide the perfect escape from a stressful life. The transition from adolescence to adulthood does not have to lack excitement, and there are plenty of ways to embrace your inner child in the Fort Lauderdale area. A good time can be affordable, too. Relive your childhood with these classic activities from your past that are perfect for weekend plans, hangout sessions and even date night.
Hit the lanes
Bowlero gives bowling a sleek new flair. Located on State Road 84 in Davie, Bowlero offers specials that are friendly to the college student budget. On Wednesday nights starting at 9 p.m. unlimited bowling only costs $7 per person. On Tuesday nights starting at 8 p.m., almost everything is priced at $2.22, including tacos and each game of bowling. At 9 p.m. every Thursday, Bowlero offers university students unlimited bowling and shoe rental for $11.
Touch the sky
You may be a college student but that doesn’t mean you’re too old to hit the trampoline. Trampoline parks are popping up all over the country and provide a good time for people of all ages. Most trampoline parks offer an open arena which allows customers to bounce around to their heart’s desire. Plus, trampolines are not for just for jumping anymore. Rebounderz in Sunrise offers trampoline dodgeball, basketball and a ninja warrior course. Off the Wall in Davie offers activities in between bounce time like laser tag, arcade, dodgeball and virtual reality experiences.
Game on
Relive the memories of Chuck E. Cheese by returning to the arcade. Dave and Busters in Hollywood offers a selection of games with every gamer in mind. Classics like racing,skee-ball and games based on your favorite apps can be found at this arcade. Dave and Busters offers half-price games all day Wednesday. Some games offer tickets that can be used for prizes while some are solely for the fun of it.
Burn some rubber
Put the pedal to the medal and pretend to be a professional race car driver. Located in Hollywood, K1 Speed has two indoor go kart tracks. While K1 caters to both junior and adult racers, the two age groups never compete against each other. Their karts are capable of speeds up to 45 mph. If you’re fast enough, you can earn a spot in K1’s record books. A 14 lap race is available for $22 with special pricing for multiple races, too.
If two or more of these activities sound interesting to you, Xtreme Action Park is the place to go. They offer all of these and more. The 200,000 square foot facility also houses a roller-skating rink, a rope course, escape rooms and bazooka blast which is a mix or laser tag and paintball.
