Step back into the 80s and 90s at this retro arcade experience in Toronto. Hotel X Toronto welcomes all to enjoy the best arcade games from the golden era, starting next month.
The Retro Arcade kicks off February 16th and runs until March 17th inside Hotel X Toronto’s Kandy Gallery. Expect classic and beloved video games like Dance Dance Revolution, Skee-ball, Mario Kart Arcade GP, Street Fighter, NFL Blitz, Big Buck Hunter HD, and more.
There will also be air hockey, foosball, and multiple pinball games to enjoy.
“The Retro Arcade is a mix of nostalgia and entertainment for all ages, whether you are reliving the classics or discovering them for the first time,” said Matt Black, Director of Marketing and Revenue at Hotel X Toronto.
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“Last year was a great success, and we are excited to introduce new features like nostalgic candy, retro movies, and elevated Friday nights with DJs and cocktails.”
Expect themed nights like Flashback Fridays with a DJ and retro bar until 11 PM and weekend screenings of timeless classic flicks.
And what’s an evening of retro fun without treats? Old school candy, popcorn, and crafted cocktails will be available at the concessions on weekends.
To end off the week right, every Sunday there will be a multiplayer Mario Kart knock-out tournament. Those participating can compete for the chance to win a one-night stay at Hotel X Toronto.
The Retro Arcade will be open every day, on Mondays through Thursdays from 9 AM to 10 PM and Fridays to Sundays from 9 AM to 11 PM.
The experience is free for hotel guests with stay, otherwise it is an $18.80 ticket for an all-day pass.
Talk about a blast from the past!
The Retro Arcade
When: February 16th to March 17th – Mondays through Thursdays from 9 AM to 10 PM and Fridays to Sundays from 9 AM to 11 PM Senior Staff Writer, Toronto – Karen is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. With a strong knowledge of reporting and editing through all forms of media, she has a true passion for storytelling. She carries several years of journalistic experience and has covered the Toronto scene from local stories to national news. When Karen isn’t publishing fire content, you can find her binge-watching sitcoms on Netflix, at a must-try restaurant, or scrolling endlessly on TikTok looking for the next best thing – News never sleeps.
Where: Hotel X Toronto’s Kandy Gallery – 111 Princes’ Blvd
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