Chuck E. Cheese's New Building Plans Unveiled

Chuck E. Cheese has been working on a national brand transformation, with remodels and new fun centres across the US. The company has been updating its locations with bright, modern renovations, new games, new food, and new prizes. In 2024, the company announced plans to build a new 13,633-square-foot standalone Chuck E. Cheese location at The Pavilion in Port Orange, Florida, which is expected to open in February 2025. The new location will feature a trampoline zone and will replace a previous location that was torn down after being badly damaged during Hurricane Ian in 2022.

New Chuck E. Cheese building at Port Orange

A new Chuck E. Cheese building is coming to The Pavilion at Port Orange in Florida. The 13,633-square-foot standalone restaurant and family fun arcade will be located at 5539 S. Williamson Blvd. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2024, with the new building replacing the previous one that was torn down after being badly damaged during Hurricane Ian in October 2022. The new Chuck E. Cheese is expected to open by the end of 2024, with a target opening date of February 2025.

The new location will feature a range of new attractions, including a Trampoline Zone, active play areas, and a giant floor-to-ceiling video wall, interactive dance floor, and TVs. Alejandra Brady, head of communications for CEC Entertainment, the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese, expressed her delight at the new features for kids and families. The new restaurant will also create job opportunities, with plans to hire 5-6 managers and 25-30 cast members.

The anticipated cost of constructing the new building is $2 million, according to the building permit issued by the city. The original Chuck E. Cheese at The Pavilion opened in December 2013 and was a popular destination for families. However, the impact of Hurricane Ian in September 2022 led to its closure and subsequent demolition. The new building will be slightly bigger than the previous one, offering an enhanced experience for visitors.

The Pavilion at Port Orange is an open-air lifestyle shopping center that opened in March 2010 and is owned by CBL & Associates Properties. It is located at 5501 S. Williamson Blvd., near Interstate 95 Exit 256, just north of Taylor Road, along the west side of I-95. The new Chuck E. Cheese will be on the southeast corner of the intersection of Williamson and Summer Trees Road.

With the new Adventure Zones, Chuck E. Cheese reinforces its commitment to providing immersive and dynamic play areas that combine physical activity with fun, fostering motor skill development and enriching children's lives through play. The company has been piloting Adventure Zones in select locations, receiving positive feedback from parents and kids, and plans to roll out this new concept nationwide in 2025.

New games and food

Chuck E. Cheese has spent over $300 million remodelling its Fun Centres, introducing new games and food options. The Trampoline Zone is a new attraction that has expanded to over 400 locations, with a safe, netted area for children up to 56 inches tall to bounce and play. The Adventure Zones, a new active play concept, combine the Trampoline Zones with the Ninja Run obstacle course, delivering an elevated play experience. This dynamic addition is designed to inspire movement and adventure, promoting cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.

The Ninja Run is a thrilling, kid-friendly obstacle course where children can build confidence and test their skills and stamina. It provides a safe and friendly environment for participants to run, jump, climb, and navigate interesting challenges. Chuck E. Cheese has also introduced new arcade games and rides, including interactive dance floors and climb-on rides made especially for younger children, such as Chuck E.'s Sketchbook Car.

The food menu has been enhanced with build-your-own made-from-scratch pizzas, delicious desserts like Buddy V.'s Cake Slice, and a new Grown-Up Menu. Most locations now offer a Gluten-Free crust option, ensuring that the entire family can enjoy a tasty treat. Chuck E. Cheese also offers exclusive birthday party packages, allowing kids to celebrate with friends, play games, and enjoy unlimited soft drinks.

With nearly 500 locations, Chuck E. Cheese is the largest kids' arcade in the world, providing fun and entertainment for the whole family. The interactive games cater to a wide range of ages, from toddlers to teenagers, and include basketball arcade games, stand-up arcade games, and classic arcade games. The All You Can Play option allows visitors to select a specific amount of gameplay time, ranging from 30 to 120 minutes, maximising the fun with up to 50 game plays per hour.

New merchandise and prizes

Chuck E. Cheese has spent over $300 million remodelling its Fun Centres, refreshing its prizes and merchandise. The company has introduced new attractions, such as the Adventure Zones, which combine the Trampoline Zones with the Ninja Run obstacle courses. This new dynamic addition to the centres offers an elevated play experience, inspiring movement and adventure.

The Trampoline Zones are safe, netted areas where children can bounce and play, while the Ninja Run obstacle course is a thrilling, kid-friendly course where children can build confidence and put their skills and stamina to the test. These new attractions are designed to promote cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in children, while also providing fun for the whole family.

In addition to the new attractions, Chuck E. Cheese has also introduced new merchandise and prizes. The Chuck E. Cheese Shop offers a range of items, including:

• Cutie Beans Mystery Plush
• "Another Year of Being Awesome" Tee (Adult)
• "It's My Birthday" Tee (Adult)
• "Birthday Dude" Tee (Adult)
• "Birthday Girl" Tee (Adult)
• Chuck E. Cheese X Hendrick Motorsports Diecast Race Car
• "Let's Go Racing" Tee (Adult and Youth)
• "Ready Set Gooo!" Tee (Adult)

The company has also introduced new deals and discounts, such as the Monthly Fun Pass, which offers unlimited visits, games, huge food discounts, and surprise bonuses for as little as $7.99 per month. The Birthday Club is another great deal, offering free gifts, gameplay, upgrades, and discounts for the whole family.

Bright, modern renovations

Chuck E. Cheese has been undergoing a national brand transformation, with bright, modern renovations across its locations. The company has been enhancing the experience for families with more games, updated technology, and innovative operations. The new design features vivid colours and contemporary artwork, creating an inviting and exciting environment.

The new and refreshed fun centres have been designed to meet the shifting demands of consumers, with the company aiming to continue being the top "eatertainment" destination for families. The centres now feature popular arcade, sports, and kid-focused games with varying skill levels, an interactive dance floor, and a large-format video wall. The video wall, along with screens and audio throughout the venue, provides an immersive entertainment experience for guests and birthday parties.

The company has also introduced touchless payment options, self-service kiosks, and mobile table ordering to improve convenience and simplicity. The traditional token system has been replaced with Play Pass & Play Bands, and E-tickets have replaced paper tickets as a contactless and eco-friendly alternative.

In addition to the interior renovations, Chuck E. Cheese is also introducing new attractions, such as Adventure Zones, which combine the Trampoline Zones with new Ninja Run obstacle courses. These zones offer an elevated play experience, promoting physical activity and adventure. The company is committed to enriching children's lives through play while also fostering their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.

Upgraded fun centres

Chuck E. Cheese is entering a new era of active play with the launch of Adventure Zones, an innovative concept combining beloved Trampoline Zones with brand-new Ninja Run obstacle courses. This dynamic addition to the fun centres offers an elevated play experience, inspiring movement and adventure while promoting cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. The company is committed to enriching children's lives through play and meeting the evolving expectations of families.

The Adventure Zones will be introduced to fun centres globally in 2025, following enthusiastic feedback from pilot locations. This new concept offers a dynamic mix of classic arcade games and active play, including jumping, climbing, and navigating obstacles. The Ninja Run Obstacle Course is a kid-friendly course that builds confidence and skills, while the Trampoline Zone provides a safe, designated space for younger children to enjoy worry-free physical activity.

In addition to the Adventure Zones, Chuck E. Cheese has been transforming its fun centres across 35 states with bright, modern renovations, featuring vivid colours and contemporary artwork. The fun centres now offer more games, updated technology, and innovative operations for a superior guest experience. The company is enhancing its game enhancement program, introducing new games year-round, and providing more entertainment than ever before.

The reimagined fun centres feature popular arcade, sports, and kid-focused games with varying skill levels, an interactive dance floor, and a jumbo video wall with audio throughout the venue for an immersive entertainment experience. The introduction of Play Pass & Play Bands, E-tickets, touchless payment options, self-service kiosks, and mobile table ordering improves convenience and simplicity for guests.

Chuck E. Cheese's fun centres are committed to delivering unforgettable family entertainment and creating lifelong memories. With continuous upgrades and transformations, the company ensures that each visit offers new and exciting experiences for families and kids to enjoy.

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