Birthday schedule
Birthday schedule and instructions
This is how birthdays work in Megazone
All participants must arrive in Megazone 15 minutes before the first game starts for instructions and payment. Outdoor clothes are stored in the equipment room during the games. It is mandatory to wear shoes in the game arena, so we recommend bringing comfortable outdoor or indoor shoes. Lockers are available for valuables.
Before the games begin, all participants will watch an instruction video in either Finnish or English. If the children do not speak Finnish or English we recommend watching our instruction video online and translating it to the children before arriving. You can find the instruction video here. After the instructions all open or private games included in the birthday package are played in a row.
Please notice, that there can be other players participating in the open games. The teams are decided by our game operators to make the games fun and fair for all participants. We might have to divide the birthday groups apart in order to achieve the best outcome. You may of course express wishes regarding the teams!
After the laser games it is time to party. After finishing the final game, the group proceeds to their own party room to enjoy the party menu and to compare their score cards. The party room is reserved for 45 minutes after which the party ends. Basic cleaning is included in the birthday packages but intentionally caused mess must be cleaned before leaving.
EXAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR OUR MOST POPULAR BIRTHDAY PACKAGE MAXI BIRTHDAY PARTY (TOTAL DURATION 2 HOURS)
13:15 Arriving at Megazone (Flamingo Entertainment Center, Tasetie 8, 3rd floor)
13:20 Instruction video in English and preparing for the games
13:25 Instruction video in Finnish and preparing for the games
13:30-14:30 Open games in Megazone 2×22 minutes
14:30-15:15 Party Room with catering
15:15 The party ends
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Answers to frequently asked questions about birthday parties
Question 1: Can the catering be in between or before the games? Why is the catering always at the end?
A: Catering is served after all of the games have been played because Megazone is an active game. According to our own experience eating with a full stomach full of sweets can easily cause nauseousness.
Question 2: When do the parties begin and end? When can we use the party room?
A: All participants must arrive and in Megazone 15 minutes before the first game (games start every half an hour) for check-in, going through the party schedule and preparing for the game.
You will receive the party room 15 minutes before the last game ends for final preparations. After the game has ended, you have 45 minutes in the party room before the party ends.
EXAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR THE MAXI BIRTHDAY PARTY (TOTAL DURATION 2 HOURS)
13:15 Arriving and check in at Megazone
13:20 Instruction video in English and preparing for the games
13:25 Instruction video in Finnish and preparing for the games
13:30-14:30 Open games in Megazone 2×22 minutes
14:15-15:15 Party Room with catering
15:15 The party ends
Question 3: Can I bring my own cake or other snacks?
A: Absolutely! Our catering menus include plenty of snacks, but you are welcome to bring in for example your own cake. We will set extra plates and spoons upon request. You may also bring completely your own catering and just book the party room.
Question 4: Can parents join the game?
A: We have limited capacity so everyone needs to have book their own spot. You may book a different number of game spots and catering, if one or more guardians wants to join the game but does not necessarily need the snacks.
Question 5: How are the teams selected? Can the birthday group be in the same team?
A: The teams are selected by our game operators from all the participants. We might have to divide the birthday groups in to smaller parts to make the games fun and fair for all participants. No one will ever have to play alone and you may of course express wishes regarding the teams!
Question 6: Can I change the number of participants after reservation?
A: We recommend starting by booking enough spots for everyone including the birthday hero. You can make changes to the number of participants online until 3 days (72 hours) before the event. Please notice that increasing the number of participants is possible only if there are free spots left in the game. Final cancellations due to children suddenly getting sick can be made the day before the party by contacting our customer service.
Question 7: What to do if the birthday hero gets sick?
A: The reservation can be cancelled free of charge 7 days before the birthday party. If the birthday hero gets sick less than a week before the party, the reservation can be moved once free of charge. After moving the reservation cannot be cancelled free of charge anymore despite being more than 7 days away.
Megazone Birthday parties in a nutshell
First the games, and then the treats in the birthday room
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Gathering
All guests attending the party must arrive 15 minutes before the booking starts.
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Game instructions
Preparing for a game. Instructions, forming teams, putting the game vests on.
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Laser games
Game on! Playing open or private laser tag games, one open game lasts for 22 minutes. The length of private games can vary. There is a small break between the games.
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Catering
Enjoying birthday menus in the party room after the games end. The children can present their gifts and compare their score cards from the games.
The party room is in the group’s use for 45 minutes, after which the party ends. Basic cleaning is included in the birthday packages but intentionally caused mess must be cleaned before leaving.