Childhood Nostalgia Meets Vegas Vibes At Play Playground

By Melanie VanDerveer on June 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM EDT

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While all of Las Vegas is an adult playground, Play Playground inside the Luxor Hotel & Casino is where the childhood nostalgia can be found for a fun adventure that takes you back a few decades.

Offering an interactive experience that blends all the fun from childhood that you remember with an adult twist, Play Playground is where the laughs never end. More than 15,000 square feet of fun, bring your competitive nature and desire to reminisce about the good old days of childhood, but with delicious cocktails and lots of fun selfie moments.

And while Play Playground has been an adult only attraction since opening, 13 and older are now allowed during specified hours, making it a great family-friendly destination for some competitive fun.

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Enjoy Childhood Fun With An Adult Twist At Play Playground

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Play Playground, located on the Atrium level of the Luxor Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, is a nostalgic dream come true. An oversized game haven designed to transport you back to the carefree joy of childhood fun, this is where you go for endless laughs, the feeling of childhood nostalgia, and some competitive excitement.

“We designed Play Playground to be a destination where people can unplug and genuinely connect—whether they’re visiting Las Vegas with friends, family or teens in tow,” said Jennifer Worthington, CEO and co-founder, Play Social Inc. “With our expanded age access and new ticket options, we’re making it easier than ever for guests to jump into the fun, discover their competitive side and experience a different kind of energy on the Strip.”

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With more than 20 larger-than-life games to challenge your friends, as well as favorite table games such as Connect 4 for those moments you need to catch your breath or enjoy a cocktail, this is the place adults can let loose and let their inner child come out to play without judgment.

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Play Playground Now Allows 13 And Older Certain Hours

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While Play Playground has been known to be the perfect spot for date night, friend outings, or even celebrations, they are now opening their doors to teens 13 and older from 12 to 7 p.m. daily (last entry at 6 p.m.) After 7 p.m., it's 21 and older only.

So now parents can school their teens on what some of the games of their childhood were, but in larger-than-life formats. Families can get competitive, enjoy a bite to eat from the brand-new menu that includes classic bar food, such as wings, tacos, and jalapeno poppers. And did we mention food is served in a classic lunchbox, keeping with the childhood feeling of way back when?

Plus, there's an inventive cocktail and mocktail menu, and drinks are served in Play Playground branded cups.

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Fan Favorite Games Will Keep You Laughing And Remembering The Fun Of Childhood

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There are plenty of fan favorite games to enjoy while at Play Playground.

Bullseye, a target game where guests put on a Velcro suit and jump on a trampoline to hit the target, is one to get everyone laughing and wanting to try again and again.

Record Time is a fast-paced game that looks way easier than it actually is. You have to walk on a balance beam through the moving plush records, ducking, running, and dodging them to get to the other side. The longer you watch others play this one, the more you think you've got the perfect strategy...until it's your turn!

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But Wait...There's More!

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Pop 'til you drop over at Perfect Popper. Reminiscent of an old childhood game that had you putting shapes in the cutouts before the timer goes off, this game can get intense while inducing laughter. Fit the shapes where they belong on the wall and get more than your opponent before the times up to win bragging rights.

High Five is another full action game that uses both physical and mental assistance to win. And the list goes on and on with all the fun games just ready for challengers.

Don't forget to enjoy the slide from the second floor during your time revisiting those childhood vibes.

Play Playground Is Located Inside Luxor Hotel & Casino

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Play Playground is surrounded by other fun options to make a full day out of a visit to the Luxor on the south end of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.

Also inside Luxor - shows, attractions, shopping, and dining options.

Family friendly show, Blue Man Group, is a popular and fun option when in Sin City. For the adults, Fantasy: The Strips Sexiest Tease is the perfect option for all the Vegas glitz and glamour. Looking for some laughs? Carrot Top is also at Luxor.

Other attractions include Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, Discovering King Tut's Tomb, and Bodies...The Exhibition.

For more information about Play Playground, visit their website. For more information about Luxor, visit their website.

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