By Joely Edwards
Maybe you haven’t planned a day trip to Carthage, Missouri, with the family, but you should. If you live in Carthage and haven’t visited G3 Entertainment, you are missing out!
G3 Entertainment stands as a beacon of fun and excitement for families seeking a memorable day out. Located at 2433 S. Garrison Avenue, this entertainment hub offers a destination for families to disconnect from their devices and reconnect with one another. A labor of love of Tom and Cindy Garrison, G3 is a place where family bonds can be strengthened through shared experiences and laughter.
G3 Entertainment features a range of interactive and engaging activities with both old-school and modern arcade games, indoor play structures, mini golf and interactive attractions, so there’s no shortage of options to entertain.
When asked what their favorite areas of the establishment are, Tom said, “I am a bowler, so that is my favorite thing.”
Cindy said, “I just love to watch the kids’ eyes light up when they see the place,” and as she said this, her eyes lit up, too.
G3 had some of my favorite games, such as air hockey, claw machines and high-stakes racing.
A play area for toddlers with a small slide and bridge is a sweet feature of G3, a testament to being an environment for the whole family.
Next to that is a play area called the Wild West for older kids. I asked, and yes, adults can play here, too. This area includes multi-slides, a super slide, three levels and over 4,000 square feet of play space, including a cannonball area and trampolines.
On the opposite side is a massive ninja tag area, which is designed to be like an “American Ninja Warriors” obstacle course, complete with a warp wall. This area is a timed event that involves gathering points with an RIFD bracelet. This adventure can be done individually or with a group. The winning time is posted daily.
On the other side of the establishment, you will find a 24-lane state-of-the-art bowling alley and a pro shop with a professional fittings staff. The lanes feature black-lit lanes that turn on at 7 p.m., bumper bowling for the littles, and the Garrisons will add color pin bowling soon. Be sure to ask about joining a league.
According to Tom: “We have 20 acres to play with and play on. We have a lot of ideas about what is to come and would love the input of the community.”
Want more?
How about a restaurant? No, not a snack bar but a full restaurant, with menu choices everyone will love, such as fresh daily burgers and pizza that rival the best you’ve ever had.
G3 has three party rooms that can be opened to combine for larger groups. They offer party packages for events and boast an all-inclusive experience where you do not have to worry about additional costs for various activities.
And their prices are surprisingly refreshing.
Every aspect of G3 Entertainment is a testament to their mission of providing a safe and enjoyable environment for families and promoting positive values and strengthening connections with one another and community.
The Garrisons’ goal is to inspire and uplift families through wholesome entertainment that reflects commitment to faith, family and fun.