Slick City brings high-speed enjoyable to Orland Park

Laughter, music, and the sound of pleasure stuffed the air as Slick City Orland Park formally opened its doorways on Thursday, Oct. 16, marking a brand new chapter of enjoyable and household leisure within the southwest suburbs.

The grand opening celebration drew a giant crowd wanting to expertise the first-of-its-kind indoor slide park — a spot constructed for year-round journey and energetic play.

The ribbon reducing ceremony kicked off the festivities, that includes a dwell DJ, face portray, short-term tattoos, and a prize wheel filled with giveaways. The first 100 visitors who bought 90-minute tickets at 4 p.m. acquired a free 30-minute improve, giving them additional time to race, spin, and glide down the park’s large slides.

Located at 66 Orland Square Drive, the brand new 55,000-square-foot facility shortly impressed visitors with its glossy design and energy-filled ambiance. Unlike trampoline parks or water points of interest, Slick City makes use of dry slide know-how, permitting visitors to expertise high-speed thrills with out water. The park additionally consists of air courts, climbing partitions, and comfortable play zones, together with a Chicago-themed laser tag enviornment and a mini putt-putt course that’s anticipated to open by Christmas.

“It’s been amazing to be here in Orland Park,” mentioned Kevin Dugal, Vice President of Operations for Slick City Orland Park. “I have a lot of friends and family nearby and it’s a great area.”

Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge additionally joined in on the celebration and shared his pleasure. “I’m glad you’re here, and I wish you all the success — I can’t wait to see the lines around the block,” Dodge mentioned.

Slick City Orland Park is the corporate’s twenty second location in Illinois, following the success of its first website, which opened in North Aurora only one yr in the past.

“What makes Slick City unique is its completely dry, indoor concept — guests can experience the thrill of sliding and active play in a clean, climate-controlled environment, any time of year,” mentioned Hallie Long, a member of Slick City’s Public Relations Team. “It’s an entirely new way to move, play and celebrate together.”

With points of interest for all ages — from the daring slides like Fast Lane and Big Wave to the “Junior Jungle” designed for teenagers below 5 — Slick City Orland Park has shortly turn out to be a spot the place the entire household can play, chuckle, and make reminiscences collectively.

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