MAIN EVENT CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF FIRST NEW YORK LOCATION
Be one of the first 200 guests on May 18 and score free laser tag for a year
DEER PARK, NY, May 11, 2026 -- Main Event, the ultimate destination for family fun and entertainment, will open its first location in New York on Monday, May 18, with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:45 a.m. to celebrate the grand opening. Doors will open at 12 p.m., and the first 200 guests in line will score free laser tag for a year.
Located at the Tanger Outlets Deer Park (1150 The Arches Circle), the premier entertainment and restaurant destination offers a state-of-the-art game hall with timeless classics like Pac-Man and NBA Jam, plus modern hits like Jurassic Park. It's the perfect spot for friends, families, and events of all sizes to enjoy great food, interactive games, and endless fun.
Main Event Deer Park brings nonstop entertainment with activities including laser tag, bowling, arcade games, and more. Guests can also enjoy a full-service restaurant and bar, which serves an array of dishes, including their Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich, Funnel Cake Fries, and drinks like the Cotton Candy Shirley Temple and Margarita Flight. The new venue invites friends and families to enjoy interactive games, friendly competition, and great food and drinks in one high-energy space.
Guests can also take advantage of exciting offers, including:
- Monday Night Madness: Monday is the new Friday! All you can play activities or games are just $12.99 per person after 4 p.m. every Monday. Why wind down when you can wind up?
- Food + Fun Combo: Pick from favorites like a classic double cheeseburger, crispy chicken sandwich, hand-breaded chicken tenders, one-topping flatbread pizza, boneless wings & fries, or a chopped Caesar or house salad with grilled chicken, then pair it with game play for the ultimate combo deal.
"We are beyond excited to officially join the Deer Park community," said Daniel Eurell, General Manager of Main Event Deer Park. "Our goal is to be the premier spot where Long Island families can gather to create lasting memories. Whether you're here for a birthday party, a corporate event, or just a night out with friends, we're ready to deliver an unforgettable experience with our signature mix of games, food, and fun."
In addition to endless entertainment, Main Event makes birthday parties a breeze. Every party includes a dedicated host to keep things running smoothly, plus customizable packages with activities for all ages, available seven days a week.
Main Event Deer Park will also feature fully equipped private meeting spaces with state-of-the-art A/V technology, full-service catering, and everything needed to host social gatherings or corporate events of any size. For larger occasions, full venue rentals are also available.
Main Event Deer Park hours of operation will be Monday from 10 a.m.–1 a.m., Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m.–2 a.m., Saturday from 9 a.m.–2 a.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.–12 a.m.
For more information or to book an event, visit mainevent.com.
About Main Event Entertainment
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Main Event Entertainment, Inc. operates 64 centers in 22 states across the country. Offerings include state-of-the-art bowling, laser tag, hundreds of games, virtual reality and an in-center restaurant Family Kitchen, making it the perfect place for families to connect and make memories.
Main Event is owned and operated by Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., which offers premier entertainment and dining experiences to guests now through two distinct brands: Dave & Buster's and Main Event. Dave & Buster's has 179 stores in 43 states, Puerto Rico and Canada, and offers guests the opportunity to "Eat, Drink, Play and Watch," all in one location.
Each store offers a full menu of entrées and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events.
For more information about each brand, visit www.daveandbusters.com and www.mainevent.com.
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Located at the Tanger Outlets Deer Park (1150 The Arches Circle), the premier entertainment and restaurant destination offers a state-of-the-art game hall with timeless classics like Pac-Man and NBA Jam, plus modern hits like Jurassic Park. It's the perfect spot for friends, families, and events of all sizes to enjoy great food, interactive games, and endless fun.
Main Event Deer Park brings nonstop entertainment with activities including laser tag, bowling, arcade games, and more. Guests can also enjoy a full-service restaurant and bar, which serves an array of dishes, including their Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich, Funnel Cake Fries, and drinks like the Cotton Candy Shirley Temple and Margarita Flight. The new venue invites friends and families to enjoy interactive games, friendly competition, and great food and drinks in one high-energy space.
Guests can also take advantage of exciting offers, including:
- Monday Night Madness: Monday is the new Friday! All you can play activities or games are just $12.99 per person after 4 p.m. every Monday. Why wind down when you can wind up?
- Food + Fun Combo: Pick from favorites like a classic double cheeseburger, crispy chicken sandwich, hand-breaded chicken tenders, one-topping flatbread pizza, boneless wings & fries, or a chopped Caesar or house salad with grilled chicken, then pair it with game play for the ultimate combo deal.
"We are beyond excited to officially join the Deer Park community," said Daniel Eurell, General Manager of Main Event Deer Park. "Our goal is to be the premier spot where Long Island families can gather to create lasting memories. Whether you're here for a birthday party, a corporate event, or just a night out with friends, we're ready to deliver an unforgettable experience with our signature mix of games, food, and fun."
In addition to endless entertainment, Main Event makes birthday parties a breeze. Every party includes a dedicated host to keep things running smoothly, plus customizable packages with activities for all ages, available seven days a week.
Main Event Deer Park will also feature fully equipped private meeting spaces with state-of-the-art A/V technology, full-service catering, and everything needed to host social gatherings or corporate events of any size. For larger occasions, full venue rentals are also available.
Main Event Deer Park hours of operation will be Monday from 10 a.m.–1 a.m., Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m.–2 a.m., Saturday from 9 a.m.–2 a.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.–12 a.m.
For more information or to book an event, visit mainevent.com.
About Main Event Entertainment
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Main Event Entertainment, Inc. operates 64 centers in 22 states across the country. Offerings include state-of-the-art bowling, laser tag, hundreds of games, virtual reality and an in-center restaurant Family Kitchen, making it the perfect place for families to connect and make memories.
Main Event is owned and operated by Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., which offers premier entertainment and dining experiences to guests now through two distinct brands: Dave & Buster's and Main Event. Dave & Buster's has 179 stores in 43 states, Puerto Rico and Canada, and offers guests the opportunity to "Eat, Drink, Play and Watch," all in one location.
Each store offers a full menu of entrées and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events.
For more information about each brand, visit www.daveandbusters.com and www.mainevent.com.
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Contact Information
Brianne BarbakoffMain Event
Deer Park, NY
USA
Voice: (305) 631-2283
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