After closing its doors 20 years ago, Timezone Parramatta is set to make its long-awaited return this July.
With over 100 arcade games, four short-lane bowling lanes, eight Spin Zone bumper cars and a Laser Tag arena fit for up to 24 players, the new split-level Timezone is set to mark the return of a “beloved icon” to the community of Parramatta.
Ready just in time for school holidays, Timezone Parramatta will officially open its doors on Saturday, July 2.
General Manager of Timezone and Zone Bowling Australia Kane Fong believes the timing has never been better to return to Parramatta.
“In Parramatta in particular, there’s so many upcoming developments and investments. It’s just such a growing and thriving catchment,” he said.
“We haven’t been there for 20 years and there’s really a lack of quality entertainment options currently available to families in that market, so we really see this as a great opportunity to partner with Parramatta Westfield to create a one-stop destination for entertainment for that region.”
Mr Fong said they are looking forward to introducing Timezone to a whole new generation of locals.
“Everytime we return to a catchment where Timezone was, there’s really this great sense of nostalgia,” he said.
“I think what families will look forward to the most is having a local quality entertainment offering right on their doorstep.”
The Timezone will cover over 1,700 square metres of floor space with a “modern, colourful, and family-friendly” fit-out.
“It is the largest format that we do for Timezone and that really allows us to cram so much under one roof. It’s really the fully-fledged Timezone and there’ll be something there for everyone,” Mr Fong said.
Prize winners at Timezone Parramatta will be able to access a range of rewards from its ‘Winners Vault’. Visitors can also celebrate everything from birthdays to farewells at the new venue with three customisable party rooms available.
The opening of Timezone Parramatta makes it the 53rd venue in Australia from TEEG (The Entertainment and Education Company), who has acquired the international business of Timezone Group. Group CEO of TEEG Sonaal Chopra said he is thrilled to be bringing Timezone back to Parramatta.
“Wherever we open a Timezone venue, it quickly becomes the entertainment destination, where the community gets together to share fun memories and build social connections,” he said.
“I am certain that this new venue will be a welcomed addition to the area.”
Visitors are encouraged to download the Timezone Fun App ahead of their visit.
Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.