The PlayLab at the Grassroots Trust Velodrome

Hours of operation

6am-9pm, Monday to Friday and 8.30am-4pm, Saturday and Sunday. Open late by arrangement.

Months of operation

All Year

Phone number

Get ready to play sport differently. 10 interactive game zones. Run, jump, pedal, and react as your movement controls the action on screen. No experience needed. PlayLab puts the fun back into movement.

Discover PlayLab, an exciting, interactive sports and activity experience located inside the Grassroots Trust Velodrome in Cambridge, Waikato. Featuring 10 technology-driven, gamified activities, PlayLab combines movement, sport and fun in a unique indoor environment. Test your reactions, coordination, speed and agility through engaging challenges designed for all abilities. Perfect for families, friends, school groups and team outings, PlayLab welcomes everyone from age 5 upwards, including people with disabilities. No sporting experience is needed – just a willingness to get involved and have fun. Whether you're visiting the Waikato, looking for a rainy-day adventure or seeking something different to do together.

Pricing

$39 (Adult)

$19 (Child)

Proximity to Airport:

12 minutes to Hamilton Airport.

Proximity to Town:

5 minutes from central Cambridge.

Proximity To Coach Terminal:

Intercity Terminal outside the venue - St Peters School stop.

Parking:

Parking is available at Gate 2.

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