Reviews for Main Event Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL

We had so much fun. I love that they have several pricing options which makes it affordable to all. I also enjoyed that it is... big and spacious enough where even with as many people as were there, it still didn't feel crowded and participating in gameswas constant. I'm definitely considering having bdays there next year. Absolutely coming back for more! Read more

Based on an experience from a previous birtthday party, we hosted our daughter's 7th birthday at Main Event. This was her first... friends from school party. All-in-all it was a good experience. The girls had a great time. It was from the adult lens wherethings could have gone smoother. Getting the 15 girls in their bowling shoes was a bit of a challenge, even with the help ofour dedicated Main Event party assistant. A note to parents. With a group this size you'll more than likely need the help of atleast 2 or 3 additional adults to organize the bowling process. Once bowling wrapped up, the food, party, and games part of theday went great. I'd say give it a try. Read more

Went on a Wednesday afternoon. Not a busy time. Issues with several of the arcade games not working. Staff was generally good... about it once they could be found. Except my daughter got stiffed on a VR game (one of their priciest games) and after fixingthe problem with the machine never activated it for her to play it even though it didn't work when she paid. Asked a host for atable to have some drinks and appetizers. Was told to sit anywhere. After 20 minutes with no service, I finally went to thebar and got my drinks myself. Another 25 minutes later a waitress finally asked if I was interested in ordering any food. Atthat point we were leaving soon, and I was afraid how long appetizers would take to come out, so never ordered any. Far from animpressive day. Read more

Main event is a great place to host a birthday party. Host took care of everything and strictly followed the agreed upon... contract. They also rolled well with issues like losing all the soda machines. The venue it's self is pure beautiful chaos ofaction and colors that the kids love. Read more

Main Event is a great multiple activity spot for both the adults and kids. Bowling is always fun for the family and definitely... recommend a reservation on the weekends as the place can get full quickly on busy nights. Arcade games and ticket games arealways fun and there a jumbo size versions of some of the classic carnival games (jumbo crane game with huge stuffed animals). Read more

Great variety of games, very clean, and reasonably priced food and drinks.

Checked it out because we have my son's 10th birthday party here next month - absolutely cannot wait! Super fun place, clean,... and great environment! Read more

Very very poor food service at bowling. Half of the other game machines doesn't work. Waste of money and time. Ended up with a... big disappointment. DO NOT RECOMMEND!! Read more