These days, we just don’t connect with people the same way we used to. Sure, we now have so many technologically advanced methods of staying in touch with our friends and family, but it’s just different. We don’t spend as much time doing things together, like playing physical games together. Or looking forward to Disco Night at the old skating rink. And the toys we enjoyed as kids have now been replaced by iPads, smart phones and social media. There are still a few places though that respect the fun times of yesteryear. We’ve identified some spots that we think you’ll love.
- Billy Galaxy, Portland
Joy.T/Yelp This shop will handle your vintage toy needs, as well as your love for comic books, memorabilia and old movie posters.
- Blairally Arcade, Eugene
Cherry T./Yelp Looking for one of those awesome, retro pinball or arcade games? You’ll find them here, plus some great food.
- Gresham Skate World, Gresham
Renee T./Yelp This place will take you right back to the ’70s, when it first opened its doors. Complete with a funky old vibe and wooden floors.
- Ground Kontrol, Portland
https://www.facebook.com/GroundKontrol A classic video game arcade, partnered with a full-service bar, DJs, trivia nights, and game tournaments. What more could a gamer ask for?
- Lower Columbia Bowl, Astoria
Facebook Wanna check out a classic favorite of fans of the Goonies film? This unabashedly retro bowling alley has a huge following among folks doing the whole Goonies tour.
- Oaks Park, Portland
Facebook Most of us Portlanders remember school trips to the skating rink. It’s the ultimate middle school tradition.
- Replay Toys, Eugene
Facebook Miss the days when the only care in the world was when you could play with your toys? You’ll be taken back to that nostalgic feeling here.
- Sunset Lanes, Beaverton
Gillian W./Yelp This spot has been a favorite high school memory among folks for ages. Why not go back and visit?
Bring back any fond memories? Why don’t you do yourself a favor and revisit them once in awhile? Who knows, you may just forget all about your mobile device.
Joy.T/Yelp
This shop will handle your vintage toy needs, as well as your love for comic books, memorabilia and old movie posters.
Cherry T./Yelp
Looking for one of those awesome, retro pinball or arcade games? You’ll find them here, plus some great food.
Renee T./Yelp
This place will take you right back to the ’70s, when it first opened its doors. Complete with a funky old vibe and wooden floors.
https://www.facebook.com/GroundKontrol
A classic video game arcade, partnered with a full-service bar, DJs, trivia nights, and game tournaments. What more could a gamer ask for?
Wanna check out a classic favorite of fans of the Goonies film? This unabashedly retro bowling alley has a huge following among folks doing the whole Goonies tour.
Most of us Portlanders remember school trips to the skating rink. It’s the ultimate middle school tradition.
Miss the days when the only care in the world was when you could play with your toys? You’ll be taken back to that nostalgic feeling here.
Gillian W./Yelp
This spot has been a favorite high school memory among folks for ages. Why not go back and visit?
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