It isn't easy to explore the City of Buffalo on a college student's budget. Here are four fun weekend activities for $20 or less.
Monster Mini Golf
Cost: $10
Location: 2.3 miles away from North Campus
For a fun and relaxing time, Monster Mini Golf offers an interesting new way to play miniature golf. The 18-hole course boasts a glow-in-the-dark monster theme and can be a great light exercise activity that allows students to have friendly competition. The chain, unfortunately, does not provide food options and students will have to find somewhere else to grab some food.
"Mini golf really appeals to all ages - anyone from 5 years old to 80 years old have been here," said Brad Wyckoff, owner of Monster Mini Golf. "It's just a fun release. You come in, have a good time, dance a little and enjoy yourself."
LASERTRON
Cost: 2 attractions for $16
Location: 2.1 miles away from North Campus
LASERTRON is a great place to visit during the weekends for a few games of laser tag. The games are fast-paced and located in a 9,200 square foot arena. LASERTRON also has many attractions other than traditional laser tag. Patrons can play mini golf or head over to the go-karts. Other activities include billiards and a full arcade. Though prices can get a little hefty if customers take advantage of all the activities, the overall value is something you can't pass up.
"I love going to LASERTRON," said Dan Mimi Chen, a junior occupational therapy major. "It's one of the best places to have fun in Buffalo."
Dave & Busters
Average Cost: $20
Location: 7.5 miles away from North Campus
Dave & Buster's, located at 4545 Transit Road, is a hot destination for students looking for a place to hang out and have fun. It offers a ton of arcade games for people of all ages. There is also a bowling alley and a menu with a wide variety of foods and drinks. Many students come on Wednesdays for half-off games. The location, however, is far from campus and requires somewhat of a lengthy drive.
"You can do games, you can do bowling, you can have some drinks, meet up with your friends and watch sports," said Clayton Cobb, the assistant general manager. "It's a great place to be."
Sky Zone
Average Cost: $20
Location: 7.6 miles away from North Campus
Sky Zone is another attraction for students looking to do something that requires physical activity. Customers can freely jump around a room covered in trampolines, which are even on the walls. Sky Zone offers open-jump sessions in which people can pay a rate and do what they want in the sea of trampolines. Private rooms are also rentable for a few games of dodgeball. People can even go and check out one of Sky Zone's fitness programs. But be careful, because staying for long hours can get a little pricey and injuries are possible.
"Skyzone is a place where you can get to be a kid again," said Christian Charlton, a senior computer engineering major. "No matter who you are, you will have fun ... I would definitely recommend it with a great group of friends."
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