Join us at 283 Duke St. W for 4 Awesome Kitchener Waterloo Escape Room Games:
Can you solve your way out of Canada's 1st 60 minute escape room in time?
Your mission?
Follow the clues to escape in 60 minutes or less, however not everything is as it seems...
Can you find your way out in 60 minutes?
Mayor's Office
Will his one hour lunch break be enough time to find out what he's been up to?
Visiting Kitchener Waterloo and Looking for a New and Exciting Experience?
We’ve got you covered! All of our escape games are extremely fun, unrelated, and unique challenges that are not required to be completed in any order. Our adventures are also of similar levels of difficulty – all of our games are created for an average 20-30% success rate. All escape room bookings are private events for you and your guests only.
Our Kitchener location is home to Canada’s very 1st Escape Room Game – “The Original Adventure!” Definitely worth a play for anyone wanting to experience where it all began!
Please see the details of each game by hovering over the images above! Please note that we like to keep the details about the actual games a mystery, as we believe that’s all part of the fun of the experience 😉 But trust us, you will love them – they are all large, unique and very intricate, with lots of interactive puzzles and epic surprises!
Join us for an escape room for Birthdays, Anniversaries, Stagettes, Bachelor Parties, Date Night, Student Learning, Corporate Team Building and more. These are great group activities and awesome things to do in Niagara Falls for all ages and occasions.
Most of our games can accommodate between 2-24 players per game – select your group size below for more information. We look forward to hosting you!
Please select your number of players:
Standard Games: 2-8 players (8 Maximum)
Standard game appointments are up to 90 minutes in length, which includes 60 minutes of game play, an introduction and team photo at the end.
You may bring 8 players for a single team game, although not recommended by us. It is advised that groups of 8-14 persons book a duel competition.
No more than 8 players are permitted for a standard game due to fire safety and enjoyment purposes.
Duels: 8 – 14 Players (16 Maximum)
Duels require up to 2 hours for appointments and include:
A 10 minute introduction, 60 minutes of game play, split into 2 rounds of 30 minutes,where both teams play at the same game at the same time in different areas, and one 10 minute reset break. After the first round, participants switch areas and compete to see who gets the furthest or out in the fastest time.
Benefits of a duel:
- It offers the same experience to all players – same game.
- It adds a fun, competitive element into the experience.
- It prevents “spoilers” from each team about the “other” adventure they played (in the case of cross-room games).
- Everyone plays at the same time in duels!
- Duels don’t take much more time than a regular appointment (up to 2 hours vs. 90 minutes)
- Every game format still allows every player to play a total of 60 minutes in the adventure!
- Duels/Tournaments give a little extra time to socialize / play board games / strategize / relax between rounds
Perfect for a fun team building activity!
** We are able to host 16 player duels (8 vs 8 players) however we recommend 15 or more players participate in the Tournament format.
No more than 16 players are permitted in a duel game due to fire safety and enjoyment purposes.
Tournaments: 15 – 21 Players (24 Maximum)
Tournaments require a booking time of up to 2.5 hours and include:
A 10 minute introduction, 90 minutes of game play (3 x 30 minute rounds, with each team playing 60 minutes total. 2 teams play head to head in each round, 1 team sits out per round while enjoying our other board games in reception) and two 10 minute reset breaks.
Our maximum capacity is 24 players per tournament, however we recommend a maximum of 21. Benefits of a Tournament:
- It offers the same experience to all players – same game.
- It adds a fun, competitive element into the experience.
- It prevents “spoilers” from each team about the “other” adventure they played (in the case of cross-room games).
- Every game format still allows every player to play a total of 60 minutes in the adventure!
- Duels/Tournaments give a little extra time to socialize / play board games / strategize / relax between rounds
Perfect for a fun team building activity!
** We are able to host up to 24 players in a single Tournament (8 vs 8 vs 8). No more than 24 players are permitted in a single tournament game due to fire safety and enjoyment purposes.
More than 21 Players?
Please select one of 2 options:
• Please book consecutive duel or tournament appointments to accommodate your group size OR
• Book a tournament/duel in 3 different adventures simultaneously – please ensure they are available via our up to date online booking calendars.
I’m unsure of my number of players…
This is no problem as long as the maximum number of participants is not exceeded for your game style.
For large groups of over 8 players we recommend that you book the minimum number of players that you expect to attend in each game style. Example: for 8-10 guests, please book for 8 people if you are unsure of the total number. If you may have more than 15 players, please always book a tournament.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The price for our in-person experiences are:
- 2 players for $33 each + tax
- 3-14 players $30 each + tax
- 15 or more players in a tournament style game $27 each + tax
All escape room bookings are private experiences for your guests only!
*Our prices are already reflective of “group” pricing as they are group activities.
All appointments require either an online deposit, or payment in full, via Debit Card, Credit Card or Paypal at the time of booking. This includes Corporate Credit Cards.
At your appointment we can accept Cash, Credit Card and Interac Debit Payments for your remaining balance, which can be split among individual players.
For school group activities, a cheque made out to Adventure Rooms Canada Inc. is acceptable, however an online deposit is required to secure the booking.
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Please refer to our always accurate online calendar found under Book Now for all available spots. Bookings take place online.
Please note that we generally do not have cancellations, unless due to weather, very last minute, however these will immediately appear online as available spots.
We have 2 locations for exciting escape rooms in Niagara Falls and Kitchener
All escape room game bookings are private bookings and you will only play with the people that you bring to your appointment.
Cancellation Policy: This activity is a live-scheduled event. We are able to accept reschedule requests with a minimum of 24 hours email notice, including for inclement weather, as these weather events are forecast in advance. No refunds, including due to COVID-19 closures. Bookings on file awaiting rescheduling do not expire.
Changes to number of players: Please be advised that you will be required to provide final numbers 24 hours in advance in the case of lower numbers, not requiring multiple games (as booked), to avoid per game cancellation charges or being billed for players who do not arrive. Additionally, your start time may also require modification if your numbers change.
We recommend that children are 8 years of age or older to play without adults in the escape room, however younger children may play with their families. Regular price applies to all participants aged 6 years and up. Ages 5 and under are free.
Minors are permitted to play the game without an adult participant in the room, as we are constantly monitoring the games via audio and visual means, provided that an adult has signed our guideline forms for participation. All of our escape the room games are equally suitable for children and are regularly played by groups of kids that have thoroughly enjoyed their adventure – regardless of escape! 😉 It’s a great choice for things to do with children in the area.
Please note that our Stool Pigeon game is recommended for teens aged 16+ due to game content, including drugs, guns, mafia, etc.
Sabotage is recommended for families with children, or groups of aged 16+ without adults, due to more complex puzzles.
Can I bring an infant into the games?
Certainly. We recommend either a baby carrier seat or swaddle carrier inside the escape room games. Please be advised that there is moderate volumed music playing in the game. There is no charge for the infant unless they end up being the mastermind behind the team’s puzzle solving and escape 😉
Our escape games are unrelated, self-contained challenges. They are fairly equal in terms of levels of difficulty and fun. They are equally suitable for all ages and groups. All games are booked using separate booking calendars with differing availability on our booking page. They are not required to do in any particular sequence.
Please note that our Stool Pigeon game is recommended for teens aged 16+ due to game content, including drugs, guns, mafia, etc.
Our escape rooms are built to be permanent. We do not modify or change the existing adventures that we have; rather we build completely new adventures with new names. If you have played one of our escape games before, that game will be exactly the same in the future as long as it has the same name.
If you are wishing to return to complete the same adventure that you did not “escape” from before, you will start that adventure again from the beginning. If you wish to experience a brand new adventure with us, please select an adventure with a different name than the ones you have previously played to have a different experience.
Kitchener: Ground floor at 283 Duke Street West, Kitchener, ON Unit #102. Please use the building’s main glass entrance off Duke St. W. We are the first big red door on the right inside the main lobby. Advance Reservations are required.
Niagara Falls: 4541 Queen St. Please use the front entrance. Advance Reservations are required. The doors are locked between and during appointments. We strive to make reception available to you 5 minutes prior to your escape game time. We recommend you arrive right on time for your appointment booking time.
Parking?
Yes! In Kitchener, we have spots immediately beside our building around back by the train tracks, as well as at the end of the building towards Waterloo St. There is also a large parking lot off Breithaupt St in front of our building. 2 hour street parking can be found on Breithaupt St. There is also a large paid municipal lot on the “other side” of the train tracks along Victoria Street.
In Niagara Falls, street parking is available, both paid and unpaid in the downtown area.
Our facilities include a lounge-style reception where players can enjoy a quick snack or finger foods if you choose to bring some for your event. You will have about 10 minutes before the escape game to enjoy while choosing your team name. We also have free board games while you wait, if you choose to come early.
In Kitchener, we also have a rentable party room that can be booked in 30 minute increments at the time of booking. Please select the number of time slots you wish to add to your booking.
$15/half hour + HST. We do not provide food/catering or utensils, however you can bring anything you like, except alcohol, as we are non-licensed and family-friendly.
In Niagara, we do not have a party room or food available on site. Many teams celebrate dinner offsite before or after attending the Adventure Rooms for special occasions. These are great things to do Niagara Falls for all occasions.
Our escape room games are not physically strenuous, however they and our locations do involve light walking, standing, bending, possible crawling or stairs, and searching. Please wear whatever you feel comfortable completing these activities in. We would recommend flat shoes / indoor shoes where possible.
Additionally, as you will be searching for codes, clues and keys, we recommend bringing/wearing any eyewear (glasses) that you may personally need for seeing items in various situations and lighting.
Our escape room games are not physically strenuous, however they and our locations do involve light walking, standing, bending, possible crawling or stairs, and searching. There are no horror or scary elements to the game. We can accommodate special needs such as no music, and participants who are visually or hearing challenged. There are generally places to sit within our games for anyone with issues with standing for long periods. Please see game-specific details on our booking page for any other important items.
Wheelchair accessibility:
Kitchener: Our building has an alternate entrance on the side that has no steps required to enter, which is easiest to access, otherwise the main building entrance has 3 steps. Our lobby and party room are accessible.
The Original and Alternate adventures are on the main floor. Most spaces within those games are accessible, except for a small cubby – but this does not interfere with gameplay. * Please note for health concerns, the Alternate Adventure uses a strobe light in a well-lit room for a few moments – it is controlled by your team and any affected parties may leave the area while this occurs.
The Mayor’s Office is on the 2nd floor, however we now have a wheelchair ramp located in the rear of the building that allows access.
The Vault is about 75% accessible.
Niagara Falls: Our building and lobby are accessible, however 2 escape games have small portions that are not accessible. The Missing Finger is about 75% accessible and The Collector is about 80% accessible, however this game would still allow the team to be together, whereas in The Missing Finger that 25% would separate the team.
Our newer games Moonshine, Sabotage, and Stool Pigeon are not accessible in Niagara Falls due to their location.
We have found that once participants understand that the escape rooms are generally well-lit, decent sized spaces that are continuously monitored by us, they feel quite comfortable playing.
When a team is inside the game, everyone is so focused on enjoying the experience and solving puzzles, they tend to forget they are locked in.
We have yet to have any issues in 11 years of operation. As these are group activities, the other team members in your group also help to relieve any concerns with teamwork and communication.
Please let us know in advance of any concerns/questions.