Ready, aim, play! These events are all BYONG (bring your own Nerf gun), but the venues will provide the safety glasses, the soft darts, and the structured kid-friendly fun.
Nerf Wars — Crestwood Community Center
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January 12
This ultimate battle will be organized into teams, so come armed with your most trusted allies. 6:30—8:30 p.m. All ages. $15. 9245 Whitecliff Park.
Nerf Wars — Florissant Rec Center
January 12
Drinks will be provided at this Nerf War to end all wars. Reserve your spot in advance. 6–7:30 p.m. Ages 7—13. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. 315 Howdershell.
Friday Night Kid’s Bash — Shrewsbury City Center
January 19
As part of its regular series, Shrewsbury’s Friday Night Kid’s Bash Nerf War will feature games, arts and crafts, pizza, drinks and snacks are included. Must register in advance. 6—10 p.m. Ages 6—12. $30 per child. 5200 Shrewsbury.
Nerf Ninjas — Ultimate Ninjas Chesterfield
January 19, February 16, March 15, April 19, May 17
Kids will play on the ninja obstacles amid a Nerf War at Ultimate Ninjas, which hosts a Nerf night the third Friday of each month. Parents can drop their kids off for two hours of open play. No automatic Nerf guns will be allowed. Pizza and juice are included. 6:30—8:30 p.m. Ages 6—14. $35. 140 Long.
Family Nerf War — Webster Groves Rec Center
January 19
Pizza and drinks will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. to fuel up for the Nerf War, which begins at 6:15 p.m. 5:30—8 p.m. Ages 3 and up. $10 residents, $12 nonresidents. 33 E. Glendale.
Nerf Night — All American Gymnastics
February 3, March 2, April 6, May 4
This structured play drop-off event requires kids to bring their own protective eyewear and grip socks. Pizza will be served to make it the perfect night for battle. 5:30—8:30 p.m. $43, $38 siblings. 10449 Midwest Industrial.
Nerf Wars — Kirkwood Community Center
February 18, March 8
Pre-registration is required for this foam dart-style combat mission. Each team is allowed up to 6 players, and kids are encouraged to sign up with friends. 6—7 p.m. Ages 6–10. $12 residents, $15 nonresidents. 111 S. Geyer.
February 23
This capture-the-flag tournament will include mini games and target competitions. No automatic Nerf guns will be allowed. Pizza will follow the tournament. 6:30–9 p.m. $10 Richmond Heights residents, 15 nonresidents. 8001 Dale.
March 15
This event will include three 20-minute games of capture the flag, team vs. team, and last person standing. Protective eyewear must be brought and worn. Standard Nerf guns and darts only. 5—7 p.m. Ages 8–12. $15 Ballwin residents, $18 nonresidents. 1 Ballwin Commons.
