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Chuck E. Cheese announces nationwide rollout of Adventure World, its new indoor play destination. Adventure World brings climbing, slides, themed play and birthday celebrations together in a new branded indoor playground experience. September 28, 2026 06:00 ET | Source: Chuck E. Cheese IRVING, Texas, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Chuck E. Cheese is bringing Adventure World, its multilevel indoor playground, to more than 20 communities across the U.S. in 2026 and 2027. The first Adventure World opened in Arlington, Texas, in November 2025 and quickly became one of the most successful openings in Chuck E. Cheese history. Families said two things stood out: getting up close with Chuck E. and friends in a way they never had before and the chance for kids to invent their own adventures. Now more families will get one close to home. Adventure World is opening the following locations in 2026: * West Fargo, North Dakota * Chandler, Arizona * Rochester, New York * Houston * Plano, Texas * Las Vegas Adventure World locations coming in 2027: * Flint, Michigan * MacArthur Park, California * Hawthorne, California * Crestwood, Illinois * Lakewood, Colorado * Chesterfield, Missouri * Los Angeles Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World will also be introduced on the international stage soon with three locations opening in Jalisco, Mexico, as previously announced. Additional cities and opening dates will be shared as plans are finalized. Designed for families with kids of all ages, Adventure World offers 12,000 to 18,000 square feet or more of dedicated active play, exploration, hands-on adventure, dining and celebrations in one family-friendly destination. Inside Adventure World, kids choose their own imaginative journey through themed areas featuring their favorite Chuck E. Cheese characters, including Munch's Cosmic Bounce (space), Bella's Castle Quest (fairy tale), Jasper's Bubble Reef (ocean) or Chuck E.'s Jungle Temple. Each location features climbing structures, slides, ball pits, obstacles, a dedicated toddler zone for smaller kids, a giant video wall and a digital live show starring Chuck E. and friends. Admission is one low price per child for all-day play, so there's no clock to watch. When it's time for a break, the Power Up Station, featuring Pasqually and Helen Henny, serves popcorn, nachos, pizza and wings. For parents, Chuck E. Cheese's Kid Check(TM) system helps make sure every family that arrives together leaves together. Adventure World also hosts the birthday parties Chuck E. Cheese is known for, with packages starting at $99.99 for six kids. "Families have told us they want a place where kids can move and use their imagination all day, with food and celebrations built right in," said Randy Forsythe, president of Chuck E. Cheese. "That's exactly what we built. Now we get to share it with kids in a lot more cities." Adventure World also works for field trips, playdates and group events. Families can follow expansion updates and find their nearest Adventure World Chuck E. Cheese at AdventureWorld.Fun. About Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World is a new indoor playground destination from Chuck E. Cheese, the original brand of family fun. Built for kids and families to climb, slide, explore and celebrate together, Adventure World brings multistory play structures, imaginative themed worlds, a dedicated Toddler Zone, character-filled entertainment, food and snacks and all-day access together under one roof. Designed for everyday outings, group events and birthday parties, each Adventure World location pairs big energy with the trusted Chuck E. Cheese experience families know and trust, including the Kid Check(TM) system that helps ensure everyone who comes together leaves together. About Chuck E. Cheese Chuck E. Cheese is where half a million happy birthdays are celebrated every year, with a mission to create positive, lifelong memories for families through fun, food and play. For over 47 years, Chuck E. Cheese has been the place Where A Kid Can Be A Kid(R), and it continues to set the standard for family entertainment through its interactive experiences, exciting arcade games and beloved Chuck E. Cheese character. Committed to providing a fun, safe and inclusive environment, Chuck E. Cheese helps protect families through industry-leading programs such as Kid Check(R). As a strong advocate for its local communities, Chuck E. Cheese has donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits through its fundraising programs. Attachments

Chuck E. Cheese brand makes International debut. Chuck E. Cheese has announced an agreement with Grupo Dicrejart to introduce their new concept in Jalisco, Mexico. "Working with an experienced operator like Grupo Dicrejart gives us a strong opportunity to introduce Adventure World to the Mexican audience and introduce the concept, for the first time, outside the United States," said Mario Centola, COO of Chuck E. Cheese International. "We are excited to bring a new family experience to Jalisco while the traditions families know and trust from the world of Chuck E. Cheese." Unlike traditional arcade-based Chuck E. Cheese locations, Adventure World "puts more emphasis on physical activity and imaginative play." The venue is expected to open in October.

Chuck E. Cheese shuts down longtime Toledo arcade after lease expires. September 6, 2026 The Chuck E. Cheese restaurant on Airport Highway in Toledo, Ohio, has closed its doors after more than three decades, leaving local families mourning the loss of a beloved community staple and raising questions about what comes next for classic American entertainment venues. After serving generations of families and children, the Chuck E. Cheese location at 5455 Airport Highway in the Swan Creek Plaza closed for good after its final day of service on a recent Monday. The company attributed the decision to an expiring lease and confirmed that its other Toledo restaurant on Monroe Street would remain open. No replacement tenant for the Airport Highway building has been announced. For many in Toledo, this particular Chuck E. Cheese was more than just a pizza place, it was a destination for birthday parties, family gatherings, and the kind of old-fashioned arcade fun that is increasingly hard to find. Destiny Govan, a local mother, described what the closure means for her young daughter: "This is like her favorite spot to play," she told WTOL. "This is where she came out of her shell." Govan recalled the nostalgia of the animatronic shows and games, saying, "Just the nostalgia of it, seeing them move and singing, and she's never seen anything like that before." The Airport Highway restaurant first opened in 1993 and featured more than 50 games alongside party rooms capable of hosting hundreds of guests, according to the company website. Animatronic entertainment has been a core part of Chuck E. Cheese's brand since its beginnings in San Jose, California, in 1977. The company's famous Munch's Make Believe Band stage debuted in 1990, and both Toledo locations opened three years later, marking the city as an early adopter of the chain's signature family experience. Kristen Zippe, another longtime customer and mother, shared how both her children celebrated birthdays at the restaurant this year, with her daughter Kylie's party held there as recently as August 18. "We're very sad because this is our home, Chuck E.," Zippe said, highlighting the deep ties many locals felt to the now-shuttered venue. Chuck E. Cheese points to lease, promises continued presence in Toledo. The company cited the expiring lease as the reason for closing the Airport Highway location, a move that will leave a gap in the Swan Creek Plaza shopping center. Despite the closure, a statement from Chuck E. Cheese said that Toledo remains an important market and that it will continue seeking promising locations for its "different experiences." The Monroe Street restaurant, which also opened in 1993, will remain in operation, giving families at least one remaining option in the city for the time being. No direct quote from a company representative was included in the reporting by The Sun, and the exact calendar date of the last day of service was not specified. It is also not yet clear who, if anyone, will take over the Airport Highway space or how soon Chuck E. Cheese might open another location in the area. The end of an era for American arcade nostalgia. The closure of a long-running Chuck E. Cheese is about more than just a business decision or a changing lease. For many families, it represents the fading of a unique kind of American entertainment, one built around affordable fun, safe spaces for children, and hands-on games that don't require a smartphone or a streaming subscription. The classic Chuck E. Cheese formula, with its animatronic band and arcade games, has been a fixture in American life for nearly half a century. As more traditional entertainment venues shut down, often citing rising costs or changing consumer habits, communities across the country are left with fewer places where families can gather for simple, wholesome fun. The loss is felt most by parents and children who cherished these spaces as reliable sites for celebration, growth, and shared memories. When once-vibrant family institutions close, it's a reminder that the best parts of American community life aren't guaranteed, they depend on strong local economies, sensible business conditions, and respect for the traditions that bring people together.