Activate San Francisco
Rating
Family of 4
$80-120 for a family of 4 (pricing per player per session).
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Best Ages
6-16
About
Activate San Francisco brings a novel indoor entertainment concept to Mission Bay: physical gameplay inside a series of technology-powered game rooms. Players move through rooms featuring laser grids, reaction light panels, physical obstacle challenges, and team puzzles that require real movement — running, jumping, dodging, and coordinating with teammates.
For families with kids ages 6 and up, Activate fills a meaningful gap in the entertainment landscape. It's more challenging and engaging than a bounce park, more physically active than an arcade, and designed for the generation of kids who grew up on video games but get excited about playing inside one in real life. Tweens and teens in particular gravitate toward it, since it doesn't feel babyish.
Sessions are time-limited and group-based — your party works through a series of rooms together, competing against the clock or against each other's scores. Teams of 4-6 tend to have the most fun. Booking in advance is essential; weekend sessions sell out regularly.
The Mission Bay location at 185 Berry Street is convenient to South Beach, the Chase Center, and the Oracle Park neighborhood.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
likely yes
Kid Meals
snacks only
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons or evenings; weekends can sell out — book in advance
Wait Times
Session-based — book online to guarantee your timeslot
Nearby Food
The Mission Bay neighborhood around Berry Street has a growing dining scene — Chase Center restaurants and the Oracle Park area food options are all nearby. Several casual spots on 3rd Street.
Why Kids Love It
Activate in San Francisco is a technology-infused active gaming experience where kids physically complete challenges in a series of themed game rooms — think laser grids, light reaction panels, and physical puzzles that require running, jumping, and dodging. It bridges the gap between screen-based gaming and physical activity, making it hugely appealing to kids 6-16 who are used to video games but love the idea of actually being inside one. Teams compete to complete objectives together, making it excellent for older kids and family groups who want more than a generic bounce park.
From Reddit Parents
“I am looking at options to move and I try to avoid, San Francisco and Oakland areas.”
Pro Tips from Parents
- Book online in advance — sessions sell out, especially on weekends.
- Wear comfortable athletic clothes and sneakers — you will be running.
- Teams of 4-6 players make the experience more strategic and fun.
- Great for tweens and teens who may have aged out of bounce parks but still want active indoor fun.
What to Bring
- Athletic clothes and sneakers (required)
- Water bottle
- Online tickets/booking confirmation
- Socks
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$80-120 for a family of 4 (pricing per player per session).
Group deals available.
Tips to Save
- ["Book weekday sessions — they're often less expensive than weekend pricing."
- ,"Groups of 4+ may qualify for group rate discounts."
- ,"Check the website for promotional codes and first-visit deals."
- ,"Off-peak hours (late morning weekdays) are both cheaper and less crowded."
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9:30AM-11PM
- Monday
- 9:30AM-10PM
- Sunday
- 9:30AM-10PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30AM-10PM
- Saturday
- 9:30AM-11PM
- Thursday
- 9:30AM-10PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30AM-10PM
