Family Fun Centers

The Hangout Arcade

Name: The Hangout Arcade
Address: 117 S East St, Cambridge, IL 61238, Cambridge, IL, US
Telephone: (309) 945-3103
Rating: 4.9

★★★★☆ 4.9 (33 reviews)

📍 117 S East St, Cambridge, IL 61238

📞 (309) 945-3103

🌐 www.thehangoutarcade.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday	11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday	11 AM–8 PM
Thursday	11 AM–8 PM
Friday	11 AM–9 PM
Saturday	11 AM–9 PM
Sunday	11 AM–8 PM

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About The Hangout Arcade

The Hangout Arcade is a family fun center in Cambridge, IL. The Hangout Arcade features nearly 50 arcade games across two levels, with strategic pricing where most bottom level games cost 50 cents, second floor games are 25 cents, and rare titles like ALIENS cost 75 cents and TMNT costs 25 cents, allowing visitors to stretch a $20 budget for over an hour of gameplay. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 33 visitors.

Quick Facts

Best For: all ages
Party Packages: Private party events available, call for details
Food: Vending machines equipped with snacks and candy

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Hangout Arcade features nearly 50 arcade games across two levels, with strategic pricing where most bottom level games cost 50 cents, second floor games are 25 cents, and rare titles like ALIENS cost 75 cents and TMNT costs 25 cents, allowing visitors to stretch a $20 budget for over an hour of gameplay
⭐The arcade offers private party packages with dedicated spaces to prevent party interference, making it an appealing venue for birthday celebrations with nearly all reviews mentioning positive party experiences
⭐The venue maintains a multi-generational appeal by mixing classic retro games (including old school Atari games) alongside modern arcade titles, specifically designed to engage both children and nostalgic adult players
⭐The Hangout Arcade is conveniently positioned across from College Square Park in Cambridge, Illinois, providing immediate outdoor recreation access and easy parking with accessibility ramp

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Bring coins or have cash ready - most games cost 25-75 cents per play. Bottom level games are primarily 50 cents (except TMNT at 25 cents and Aliens at 75 cents), while nearly all second floor games are 25 cents. A $20 budget can easily provide over an hour of entertainment.
💡Book a private party reservation to avoid sharing the space with other groups. Reviewers specifically praised having their own party space with plenty of games to prevent conflicts between kids.
💬The arcade features both classic retro games (Atari, Pinball, Skee-Ball) and modern games, appealing to both kids and adults. Parents will enjoy nostalgic favorites from their childhood while children can enjoy current games.
💡Be aware that some games may not be ideal for younger children under 10 - many shooter games and driver games have pedals designed for taller people to reach comfortably. Best suited for ages 10+.
💡Take advantage of the nearby College Square Park across the street for bonus outdoor activity, and enjoy convenient parking with accessible ramp access.