We booked a standard smash with a windshield upgrade with a custom message - the experience was…read morevery friendly and professional from start to finish. We watched the training video and our room was ready for us to let loose some anger, sadness and hurt. We didn't hook this to celebrate, we booked this to try to work out some trauma (a bit different than some other reviews). It was therapeutic and we had a good time, plus a few tears mixed in. It's pricey (my total was $218!) but it's a one and done and we really went nuts in there, including playing rage metal!

I work right next door to iSmash so I've been wanting to go since they started building it…read more We finally visited for my birthday and did the standard smash with the birthday add-on and the starter splatter. On Wednesdays, you can get 20% off for doing both so this was a good deal considering how much we were already spending. The staff are all very nice, welcoming, and helpful. We started with the rage room and were led to a room where we watched a safety video and changed into our gear. There are clean jumpsuits, masks, goggles, and gloves. Once you've used the equipment/clothing, there are bins for you to put them in to be cleaned. The rage room was SO much fun and quite the workout. With the birthday add-on, we had a windshield, confetti bottle, and powder bomb to hit. The 35 minutes doesn't seem like a lot but trust me! Between two people, this was a perfect amount of time. They give you different tools to smash stuff with like a mallet, bats, and crowbars. After changing out of our gear, we grabbed a couple of beers at the bar to cool down before going to our paint room. The beer is cold and super affordable. When we were ready, we walked to another room to watch another safety video and to get into our painting gear (it costs $5 for a hairnet, shoe covers, and a poncho, which I recommend getting). The splatter room was amazing! It was fun throwing paint at our canvases and feeling creative while we were under a black light. One of the little additions I loved to both of the experiences is that they have a speaker in each room where you can listen to your own music and get inspired or just let it all out. I will absolutely come back here!!

We LOVE playing at Alara Zane at their play times! There is so much to do with my very active son…read more We have been coming here since he was 12 months old and now he is 23 months. There is a closed baby play area with soft toys, there are thoughtfully designed changing rooms/bathrooms, and many many high quality/wooden Montessori toys to keep your toddler engaged for the full 1.5 play time. We love sliding down the big slide, climbing on the pikler triangle, playing dress up, cooking in the play kitchen, doing a craft in the art room.. the list goes on! 100% bring your child here to play and shop!

The first few times I went for their play area in 2021, it was really nice and well kept. It was…read morewell organized and we always had lots of fun! We went in today and it just looks so run down, especially for what you're paying to play. The stairs up to the slide were so dusty and dirty. They definitely had not been cleaned in a while. The toys are looking run down, missing pieces. It's just not the quality it used to be for the price, unfortunately. I will say, the staff is always friendly and helpful.

Super cute boutique gift and coffee shop. Space is bright, clean and beautifully done. I had the…read moreHoney Bee latte and it was the perfect temperature and a nice balance between the honey and cinnamon. They have a small selection of baked goods. I had the orange cranberry scone and it was ok (used the microwave to heat). Would love to see more variety in the baked goods case.

I love this new location for thanks a latte. It's super open and bright. It's fun to shop around…read moreand look at all the little gift items they have. The workers was super nice and helpful. I got something that was kind of on the menu but instead of coffee I added it to be a matcha. They were willing to walk with me as I don't drink coffee and I appreciate them giving me a suggestions and letting me pick a coffee latte but switch it out. I definitely think it's a good matcha for a coffee shop. I'm super picky with my watch and I like it super strong. So it wasn't a strong matcha but it wasn't a bad match which I'm happy about that because that's all that matters. It was a matcha cold foam with matcha and vanilla lavender. Originally that drink was supposed to be much of cold foam with coffee and vanilla and lavender. This is a great place to grab coffee with friends and hang out because of the space and the shopping area.

My friends and I booked the splatter room and had the best time. I'll be honest--my art came out…read moreugly because I'm definitely not an artist, but we laughed the entire time and that's what mattered. One of my friends chose to paint a bear instead, and it turned out super cute. Now I want to go back just to make a bear too! I also love that Spin Art keeps your artwork until it dries so you can pick it up later. Just a heads up: we completely missed the tripod sitting in the corner of the splatter room. So if you go, look for the tripod so you can capture all your memories! Such a fun experience...highly recommend!

Came to visit Raleigh for my birthday this year and found Spin Art on TikTok! I am glad that we…read moredid. We had a 7pm reservation on Friday. When we got there, we were greeted and got set up immediately. We were given protective pants that covered your shoes and a protective top that had a hood. There was also glasses, gloves, and hair ties available, so if you're afraid of getting dirty, DONT BE! The spinning itself is very simple and to the point! Mix your colors, place them on the canvas, and spin! The hardest thing is coming up with a cool design, but we were able to get it right with our second canvas. At the end, we had the option of taking our wet canvas to go in a pizza box, using their dryer for an extra charge or leaving it until we were ready to pick up. This was really fun, and I would definitely do it again!

After a recent escape room adventure, my wife and I decided to stop by Gamers Geekery & Tavern to…read morecheck it out and potentially play a board game. We both really enjoyed our experience! First, it's $10 per group to play as many board games as you want until closing, which isn't a bad deal. They had quite a few games available, and they were helpfully labeled with both suggested player count and board game type (light strategy, heavy strategy, family, etc.). The bar had a decent variety of draft beer options, and there were also numerous canned and bottled beers available. After playing Code Names for a bit, I decided to look at the food menu, and I ended up ordering some chips and assorted dips (guacamole, salsa, and queso) for myself. The server told me that he thought the guacamole was made in-house. I tasted it and I'm not sure that's true, but it was fine :) Overall, we had a good experience here and would definitely come back!

Lance and the team at Gamers Geekery & Tavern are amazing! I hosted my son's graduation party…read morethere and they were exceptional to partner with. From the special beverages to the food, to the support for the decorations, the team there (Carly & Kristen in particular) were amazing! My guests had an amazing time playing the games and everything was perfect! My son couldn't stop smiling from the moment he arrived until he left. THANK YOU, Lance and team, for making this a memorable experience - I will definitely be coming back!

Amazing experience for little girls. I love it! Would highly…read morerecommend this venue in addition to the mobile option to any mom seeking an organized/professional business to host their child party.

We've been thinking of having a birthday party for my daughter here for years. Her 10th seemed like…read morethe right one. The party was absolutely fantastic. I cannot say enough nice things about the owner and staff, they were simply amazing. I'm pretty sure I had just as good of a time as the kids did. The space is perfect and the team at Glitz and Gloss go out of their way to make your event perfect. No detail is overlooked. From the decorations, to the cupcakes, to the flow of the party, everything was simply perfect. I cannot recommend Glitz and Gloss enough. Such an amazing party for my daughter that she will remember forever.

Another fantastic visit to Treasure Quest Mining! We stop by every year and are never disappointed!…read moreWe highly recommend doing a mining bucket and spending some time at the sluice. My child loves it and I do too! Thank you so much for another fantastic trip and memories!

Incredible selection I had to stop myself from spending more money. Definitely will come back again.read more

The most magical birthday ever thanks to Glitz and Glamp! I…read morecan't say enough good things about our experience with Glitz and Glamp! We booked them for my daughter's 9th birthday sleepover, and it was absolute perfection from start to finish. The team was so warm, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented--they made the entire process stress-free and fun. The theme we chose was "Taylor Swift" and they completely transformed our back yard into a karaoke paradise, with a stage, a large teepee style tent, plush bedding, pillows, floral touches, and personalized name signs for each guest. The girls were in awe when they walked out, and I honestly think I saw a few jaws drop! They also set up a beautiful picnic table with themed tableware and treats that made everything feel so special. The attention to detail was amazing--everything matched perfectly. My daughter said it was her "best birthday ever," and I completely agree. If you're looking to create an event that your child (and their friends) will never forget, Glitz and Glamp is the way to go. Worth every penny and then some. We're already talking about booking them again next year!