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J-Vegas Retro Arcade
At J-Vegas, admission is $9.99 per person (about $10), and that gets you two hours of FREE PLAY on the retro arcade games. No quarters, no cards and no running out of credits halfway through a high score. Prize machines cost extra.
Why families go
Its reviews are glowing: friendly staff, a big variety of retro cabinets, and parents who end up playing as much as the kids. It’s a great fit for tweens and teens, and an easy rainy-afternoon plan. Bowlarena is right next door if you want to make an evening of it.
Don’t miss
- Two hours of free playOne admission covers unlimited play on everything except prize machines.
- Classic cabinetsRetro favorites from the golden age of arcades.
- Rhythm and party gamesGroup-friendly games that get everyone playing.
Before you go
- Kids under 16 need an adult with them; children under 36 inches tall get in free.
- Opens mid-afternoon on weekdays; snacks are sold, and outside food isn’t allowed.
- Use NC 210 and US 17. NC 172 through Camp Lejeune is closed to civilians without base credentials, even if your GPS suggests it.
Plan your visit
- Where: 415 Western Blvd., Jacksonville, NC 28546
- From Topsail: About 40 minutes from central Surf City (35 from North Topsail Beach) via NC 210 and US 17.
- Hours: Monday to Thursday 3–9 p.m., Friday 3–10 p.m., Saturday noon–10 p.m., Sunday noon–6 p.m.
- Admission: $9.99 per person (about $10) includes two hours of unlimited free play on the arcade games. Prize machines cost extra.
- Official site: j-vegas.com
- More nearby: more family fun in Jacksonville
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Based on official information from the attraction and on recurring themes in public reviews; checked October 2026. Hours, seasons and prices change, so confirm before you go.