Main Event, the family entertainment giant, has announced the grand opening of its first-ever location in Minnesota, situated at Tamarack Hills in Woodbury. The new center, located at 540 Bielenberg Drive, will officially open its doors on Monday, August 3, 2026. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the company as it extends its footprint into the state.
The Woodbury location will offer a variety of activities including laser tag, bowling, arcade games, and more. Guests can also enjoy a full-service restaurant and bar serving dishes such as the Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich, Overloaded Cheese Pizza, Funnel Cake Fries, and drinks like the Cotton Candy Shirley Temple and Margarita Flight. Main Event aims to provide shared experiences that connect friends and family through interactive games and dining.
Michael Frisby, General Manager of the Woodbury Main Event, expressed excitement about the new location: "Establishing our first footprint in the state here in Woodbury is a huge milestone for us. We're building a vibrant, high-energy team that is ready to provide exceptional service and create unforgettable memories for this community."
The company is currently seeking energetic individuals to join the team, with front and back-of-house positions available, including servers, bartenders, hosts, line cooks, games and bowling attendants, and more. Interested candidates can complete an online application at https://www.mainevent.com/careers/. Main Event offers excellent benefits including a fun culture, free games, 50% off food and activities, flexible schedules, competitive pay, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a college partnership, free GED, pet insurance, medical benefits, a 401K plan, an employee assistance program, paid parental leave, and more.
Main Event Entertainment, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Coppell, Texas, operates over 60 locations in 23 states across the country. The company is owned and operated by Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., which offers premier entertainment and dining experiences through two distinct brands: Dave & Buster's and Main Event. Dave & Buster's has 182 stores in 43 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, providing guests the opportunity to eat, drink, play, and watch all in one location.
For more information or to book an event, visit mainevent.com. This new location in Woodbury is poised to become a key destination for family entertainment in Minnesota, offering a wide range of activities and dining options that cater to all ages.
