Detour Into Fun: Why The Funplex Is a Must-Visit Destination

TheFunplexin Mt. Laurel, NewJersey, is more than just an amusement park—it’s afull-service entertainment resort brimming with family-friendly fun 365 days a year. Since its inception as a modest mini-golf and bumper boats venue in the late 1990s, it has evolved into a vibrant, multi-attraction destination beloved by families near and far.
Detour Into Fun; Stay & Play

Home to a dual-branded La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham hotel, the Funplex offers over 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor rides, a water park, restaurant, arcade, bowling, laser tag, go-karts, and more. With a combined 125 guest rooms and versatile lodging options for all family sizes, the Funplex is the ideal detour to fun and memories. Slide all day, ride all night, and wake up ready for more with stay-and-play packages with Funplex tickets.

Weather-proof Fun

Rain or shine, the indoor area delivers endless fun. Spread across a spacious, climate-controlled facility, you’ll find an indoor go-kart track; twist and turn on classic rides like the bumper cars and Fun-A-Whirl, and soar through the air on Air Shot. Power up and compete with friends in the FunTron laser tag arena or enjoy an interactive adventure on the XD Dark Ride. Experience two stories of foam-blasting fun in Foam Frenzy and choose from an extensive arcade, bowling alley, VR stations, and more attractions encapsulating the thrill of a boardwalk indoors.

This weatherproof playground ensures no chill—or summer heat—can interfere with the fun, providing an amazing space for birthday parties, school field trips, and spontaneous family outings.

Outdoor Thrills & Chills

The fun ramps up outdoors with more rides, mini-golf, and water park excitement. Rides, including High Velocity – a towering drop tower – a family Fun Coaster, classic spinning rides like Fun Twister and Fun Force, and bumper boats.

A splash-tastic adventure awaits in the Splashplex Waterpark, featuring Splash Island,with 5 impressive waterslides, a relaxing pool, and ten premium cabanas. Relax and soak up the rays as you wind through the Lazy River or twist and turn through tube slide fun.

Standout slides include the Manta Racer, where families can slide head-to-head on a four-lane mat race, and Whipsplash, a twisty Boomerango slide providing a zero-gravity thrill ideal for photo ops. Spacious cabanas, equipped with TVs and fridges, offer a perfect spot to recharge between rides.

Food, Cheers, Events, & More

Fueling the fun, the Funplex offers multiple dining options to keep you running at full speed. PitStop Café, Boardwalk Café, Sharkey’s, and a full-service adult-friendly bar serve everything from quick bites and boardwalk-style snacks to casual drinks. Seasonal bars, including outdoor poolside areas, now offer alcoholic beverages for guests 21+.

Funplex Mount Laurel is also a go-to spot for birthday parties with customizable packages and private party rooms; corporate and group events, where organizers can enjoy rides, catering, team-building games, and meeting spaces. Special events like sensory-friendly swim days, scout gatherings, friendsgiving evenings, and 21+ Funplex After Dark events, add even more reasons to visit. 

Bottom Line

MountLaurel’s Funplex has blossomed from simple beginnings into an entertainment juggernaut. With year-round indoor excitement, an expansive outdoor waterpark, robust event services, and a full-service hotel, it delivers unmatched convenience and variety for families, groups, and even corporate guests. Whether you’re aiming to wear out the kids in a few hours or stretch the adventure into a full weekend getaway, this all-in-one destination champions fun, safety, and local pride.

In short, if you’re in or near South Jersey, and looking for lively family entertainment with flexible timing and comfort, the Funplex offers an ideal blend of thrills, relaxation, and value—right in your backyard.

Planning a visit? Check thefunplex.com for current hours, special events, and package details—and be sure to explore those legendary stay-and-play deals to maximize your experience.

Let the fun begin!

About The Lahn Hospitality & Amusement Group

The Lahn Hospitality & Amusement Group is a growing, family-owned company with two Funplex amusement and water parks in New Jersey; The Legacy Club, one of New Jersey’s premier golf destinations; and LaQuinta and Hawthorn Suites, a dual-branded hotel slated to open at The Funplex Mount Laurel in the summer of 2023.

The Funplex offers a variety of family entertainment options from rides and slides to bowling and laser tag. Each park has over 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor activities; the Funplex guarantees fun 365 days a year for families and teens alike, regardless of the weather. Located in East Hanover and Mount Laurel, New Jersey, the Funplex is your go-to venue for birthday parties, corporate outings, and other important events. 

With annual investments in marketable capital and convenient locations, The Funplex offers big park fun without the hassle. Additional details about The Funplex are available by visiting thefunplex.com 

June 2025
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