Family Fun in Lima Area

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Ohio State Ice Rink

Columbus, OH

★★★★☆ 4.6 (204)

"The rink's phone lines can be difficult to reach. Check their website or social media for current open skate hours an..."

Roller Skating

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Westgate Entertainment Center

Features Thunder Alley, a specialized glow bowling experience with nightclub-style special effects lighting and music, differentiating it from standard bowling alleys
Operates 30 bowling lanes with a mix of lane types: 24 Brunswick synthetic lanes and 6 traditional wood lanes, offering varied bowling experiences

Offers sensory-friendly accommodations with staff willing to adjust music levels for guests with sensory sensitivities, demonstrating inclusive design for neurodivergent visitors
Features a rotating bounce house system where equipment is periodically swapped out to provide fresh experiences for repeat visitors

Lima features a hybrid slide as one of its attractions, combining traditional sliding with trampoline elements for a unique bouncing descent experience
The facility offers a specialized Little Leapers program specifically designed for children 6 and under, with dedicated sessions on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings

Is an independent, family-owned bowling center that combines traditional bowling with an indoor mini golf course, offering weather-proof entertainment
The venue hosts live bands and special entertainment events throughout the week, going beyond typical bowling alley offerings to function as an entertainment venue

Cleans all retro games before purchase, a service customers specifically praised as unusual and not commonly offered by other game stores
Some pinball machines at Cartridge Gaming still cost only a quarter to play, an unusually affordable price point compared to modern arcade pricing

More venue notes

Features themed rooms with Harry Potter-inspired design, including a 'wand room' that creates an immersive magical experience
The venue has a 'Video Valhalla' themed escape room, indicating diverse thematic offerings beyond typical escape room designs

Features a featured exhibit called 'Threads of Conflict: Echoes of the Civil War' that explores regional Civil War history
Houses exhibits related to Lima's industrial heritage including the Solar Refinery and Lima Locomotive Works, significant regional manufacturing history

Features a dedicated smaller rink specifically designed for children who are learning to skate, mentioned as a notable amenity by multiple reviewers
The arena recently underwent renovations including new carpet and updated rental skates, with reviewers specifically highlighting the quality of the new floor

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