Best Places for Family Night in Fort St John

In April of 2024, we here at Energeticcity.ca ran the North Peace People’s Choice Awards. With these awards, the people of the North Peace region voted on who was the best of the best in a wide variety of categories. You can find the full list here, but we wanted to share some of the winners and runner-ups in specific categories to help showcase the awesome businesses and organizations that make our region a great place to live.

In this article, we have the top five Places for Family Night in Fort St John as voted by residents. Whether you are looking for a fun time or some good food for the whole family, there is something for you on this list.

#1: Fort Bowling Lanes

10116 104th Street, Fort St John, BC

For over 40 years, Fort Bowling Lanes has been the best bowling experience in the area. They feature 12 lanes of classic 5-pin bowling, along with cosmic bowling on weekends. They also have a snack bar, pizza, pinball, and more, making it a great place for parties.

#2: Mr Mikes

9324 Alaska Road North, Fort St John, BC

According to Chief Experience Officer Athul Tense, Mr Mikes provides a welcoming and comfortable environment for families. The restaurant side has a spacious dining area with ample seating to accommodate larger groups, including families with children. Their atmosphere is lively and vibrant, creating an enjoyable experience for all family members. They offer many options on their kid’s menu and they have a games table with kid-friendly games.

#3: Amazing Escapes

10401 95th Avenue, Fort St John, BC

Since opening, Amazing Escapes has offered fun escape rooms perfect for the whole family. Work together to figure out puzzles and compete to get the best times. They offer new room themes frequently, meaning there is always something new to try. Plus, they are now offering a VR Room to try out.

#4: Landmark Cinemas

#2000 9600 93rd Avenue, Fort St John, BC

Located in Totem Mall, Landmark Cinemas offers a classic movie-going experience for the whole family. Check out a new movie, enjoy amazing snacks, and try your hand at the arcade. Landmark Cinemas also has Kid’s Day on Sundays and Kid’s Combos for snacks, making it a great option for your next family night.

#5: Browns Socialhouse

9719 100th Street, Fort St John, BC

Located in the heart of the city, Browns Socialhouse offers its guests a premium casual environment, perfect for catching up with the family. They serve flavourful food that’s always fresh and fun. Make sure to check out their kid’s menu for children aged 10 and under.