How a Bumper Car Round Works
Three steps from the entrance to the arena floor.
Choose Your Car
Pick your electric bumper car and get settled in. Both Spin Zone and Flip Zone cars are available — check the posted age and height requirements at the entrance.
Take Your Position
Get on the floor and take your starting position. The approximately 5-minute ride is all continuous driving — no stops, no sitting out.
Bump 'til the Buzzer
Drive, dodge, and bump until the round ends. Purchase additional rounds at the counter — no reservation needed.
Bumper Cars in Action
Electric, safe, and a whole lot of fun for the whole family.
Who Can Ride the Bumper Cars?
Electric bumper cars — designed for maximum fun at minimum risk.
Age & Height Requirements
Play and Spin has two types of bumper cars with fixed published requirements:
- Spin Zone — Solo driver: min. 36 in. tall, age 5+
- Spin Zone — Driver with passenger: min. 60 in., age 18+ or a parent
- Spin Zone passenger: min. age 3, max 65 lbs, max 50 in.
- Flip Zone: min. 42 in. tall, age 6+
Max combined rider weight: 350 lbs. Max safe speed: 4 MPH. Closed-toe shoes required.
Adults Welcome
Yes — adults can and should ride. The electric bumper cars run at a max 4 MPH, making them safe for the whole family once age and height minimums are met.
Multiple rounds per visit means the whole crew can keep going. No need to sit one out.
Buckle Up — One Price
One ticket per person, one approximately 5-minute ride full of twists, turns and bumps.
Bumper Cars
per person · approximately 5-minute ride
Choose Spin Zone or Flip Zone. Closed-toe shoes required. Age and height minimums posted at the ride.
Book an EventBumper cars also available as part of birthday party packages and private events.
Spin and Flip — Year-Round
Family-safe electric bumper cars. Indoor. Multiple rounds per visit. The bumpin' good time the carnival promises but rarely delivers.
Two Ride Types — Spin & Flip
Spin Zone for solo or driver-with-passenger combos. Flip Zone for the rider who wants extra action.
Indoor — Open Year-Round
Rain or shine, any season. No waiting for the fair to come to town.
Multiple Rounds Per Visit
Buy additional rounds at the counter — keep the crew on the floor for as many laps as they want.
Family-Safe Electric Cars
Speed-controlled electric cars. Max 4 MPH, 350 lb combined weight limit — adults and kids ride together once minimums are met.
Bumper Car FAQ
Everything you need before your first round.
Add Bumper Cars to Your Next Birthday Party
a dedicated party area. 8+ activities. One venue that handles the whole event so you don't have to.
Bumper cars are part of every birthday package at Play and Spin — combine them with go-karts, laser tag, arcade credits, and more. Our staff runs the day; you enjoy it.
Find Bumper Cars Near Chicago
7631 N Caldwell Ave, Niles — easy off I-94 and I-294.
Play and Spin
7631 N Caldwell Ave
Niles, IL 60714
Phone: (847) 324-9721
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4pm–8pm |
| Thursday | 4pm–8pm |
| Friday | 4pm–9pm |
| Saturday | 10am–9pm |
| Sunday | 10am–9pm |
Ready to Find Bumper Cars Near You?
Indoor bumper cars in Niles, IL — ages 3 and up with minimums per ride type, walk-in or book ahead. Check Current Hours. Just off I-94, minutes from Edison Park, Skokie, and Park Ridge.