Where Everyone Plays.
Where Everyone Wins.

Here at Nickel City Xtreme, games now operate with game cards. We have a wide variety of redemption games that give
e-tickets that can be redeemed for prizes. Play games like Skee-Ball, Nerf and Basketball. Our incredible prize counter has hundreds of prizes for the entire family.

Play Games, Win Prizes!

We have a wide variety of redemption games that dispense e-tickets. Choose from hundreds of prizes at our amazing redemption counter. Our prizes range from army men to high end electronics. We also have a large variety of stuffed animals. Use your tickets the same day or save them for an even bigger prize another visit. Either way, Nickel City Xtreme will have the perfect prize waiting for you!

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BUSINESS HOURS

  • SUNDAY – 10AM – 9PM

  • MONDAY – 1PM- 9PM

  • TUESDAY – 1PM– 9PM

  • WEDNESDAY – 1PM- 9PM

  • THURSDAY – 1PM – 9PM

  • FRIDAY – 12PM – 9PM

  • SATURDAY – 10AM – 10PM

Hours subject to change. Please call ahead.
Nickel City Xtreme opens early for most holidays and school days off, including winter and spring breaks. Please call ahead for the latest hours

HOLIDAY HOURS

  • MLK Day – 10am – 8pm
  • President’s Day – 10am – 8pm
  • Memorial Day – 10am – 8pm
  • July 4th – 10am – 6pm
  • Labor Day – 10am – 8pm
  • Columbus Day – 10am to 8pm

  • Thanksgiving Week – Wednesday 10am – 9pm

  • Thanksgiving Day – Closed
  • Christmas Eve – 10am – 6pm
  • Christmas Day – Closed

CONTACT US

SOFT PLAY IS OFFICIALLY OPENING THIS SATURDAY! Parents of toddlers and preschoolers: This one's for YOU. Starting February 7th, we're launching a brand-new Soft Play Area designed specifically for kids 5 and under! $8 per hour or $15 all day. Check in at the front desk. Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. (Now including our smallest players.) #SoftPlay #NCX #NorthbrookIL #ToddlerPlay #PreschoolFun #KidsUnder5 #IndoorPlay #GrandOpening #FamilyFun #NorthShore #ChicagoKids
Spring birthdays are coming. Fast. March, April, May parties are booking NOW—and the best weekend dates go first. **HERE'S WHAT YOU GET: - Private party room (90 min) - All-you-can-play (90 min) - Pizza + ice cream + unlimited drinks - 100 bonus tickets per guest - 400 bonus tickets for birthday kid. We handle setup, food, and cleanup. You just show up. Visit our website (link in bio) to book! Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. #BirthdayParty #SpringBirthday #PartyPlanning #NCX #NorthbrookIL #KidsParty #NorthShore #BirthdayPartyVenue #PartyBooking #ChicagoKids
Nickel City Xtreme, the North Shore’s favorite family fun place, is hiring an Assistant Director! You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the arcade, ensure guests have a great experience, and support, train, and motivate the team. This newly created role will work closely with leadership to maintain company standards, drive sales, create a fun, welcoming environment, and to position us to expand to another location! Full job description link in bio. Think you’d be the perfect fit? Apply by sending your resume to Mariette at madrian@scicustom.com
"What makes NCX different?"" Here's the honest answer: **EVERYONE ACTUALLY PLAYS. Not just the athletic kids. Not just certain ages. Your cautious 4-year-old and competitive 12-year-old BOTH find their games here. **REAL REWARDS: Kids earn tickets, choose from hundreds of prizes, walk out with something they won themselves. That beats just ""having fun"" every time. **ONE PLACE, MULTIPLE SOLUTIONS: Birthday parties? ✅ After-school? ✅ Weekends? ✅ Weather backup? ✅ **TRULY LOCAL: 20+ years in Northbrook. Not a chain. Your North Shore neighbor. Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. Come visit us this week! #NCX #NorthbrookIL #FamilyFun #NorthShore #WhatMakesUsDifferent #LocalBusiness #KidsActivities #FamilyEntertainment #ChicagoKids #EveryoneWins
No school on Monday? No problem. YOUR DAY OFF HQ IS OPEN SPECIAL: $25 card = 1 hour unlimited play Monday, Jan 19 | 10AM-8PM • 100+ games to explore • Prizes to win • Food & drinks available • Warm inside (no winter gear required) Drop by for an hour. Stay all day. Whatever keeps the peace. Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. #NoSchool #MLKDay #DayOff #NorthbrookIL #KidsActivities #IndoorFun #FamilyFun #NCX #YourDayOffHQ #ChicagoKids
Let's be honest: planning a birthday party is exhausting. Finding a venue that works. Coordinating food. Managing RSVPs. Entertaining 10+ kids with different interests. The cleanup. Here's what parents tell us they love about NCX parties: * Every single kid finds games they're good at (no one sits on the sidelines) * They take home prizes they earned (instant party favor!) * We handle setup, food, AND cleanup * Rooms fit up to 50 guests (yes, you can invite the whole grade) You can enjoy your child's party. They talk about it for weeks. Ready to make it easy? It takes 5 minutes to book online. Link in bio #KidsParty #BirthdayParty #BirthdayPartyIdeas #NCXMemories #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun
When the competition gets real but everyone's still having fun—that's the NCX vibe. Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. This weekend's hours: FRIDAY – 12 PM – 9 PM SATURDAY – 10 AM – 10 PM SUNDAY – 10AM – 9PM Follow us for more fun! #NCX #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #DeerfieldIL #EveryoneWins #WeekendVibes
Happy New Year from all of us at Nickel City Xtreme! Thank you for all the memories we've made in 2025. We are looking forward to more fun, new high scores, and exciting prizes in 2026! P.S. We're open until 6 pm today, celebrate with us! #NCX #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #DeerfieldIL #WinterBreak #HappyNewYear
Day 8 of winter break ➡️ Swipe for your Week 2 game plan 👆 The reality: Week 2 is harder than Week 1. The kids are restless. You're running out of ideas. School starts Monday, and that feels very far away. **THE SOLUTION:** Get them out of the house. Get them active. Get them entertained. Give yourself a break. • 100+ arcade games (variety keeps it interesting) • Prize redemption (motivation that actually works) • Full cafe (one less meal to plan) • Indoor & warm (no weather excuses). Will we see you this week? Comment YES! on this post. #NCX #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #DeerfieldIL #WinterBreak #SchoolsOut
The week between holidays = prime arcade time. We're open all weekend: Friday: 10 AM–9 PM Saturday: 10 AM–10 PM Sunday: 10 AM–9 PM Bring the family. Bring your gift cards. Bring your A-game! NCX: Where everyone plays. Where everyone wins. #WeekendFun #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #NorthShore #NCX #ChicagoWeekend #WeekendVibes
Happy Holidays from all of us at Nickel City Xtreme! Wishing you joy, peace and FUN as you celebrate with friends and family. We're open today until 6 PM and closed on 12/25. Open again from 10 AM - 9 PM on Friday! We hope to see you soon and give us a follow! Lots more fun to come in 2026! #NCX #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #DeerfieldIL #HappyHolidays
Winter break starts TODAY. The Challenge: 2 weeks. Multiple kids. Chicago winter. Limited sanity. The Solution: NCX = your winter break headquarters. HERE'S WHY IT WORKS: 🎮 They stay entertained (100+ games) 🏆 Built-in motivation (prizes to win) ☕ You get a break (cafe has good coffee) ❄️ Weather-proof (warm and cozy inside) ⏰ Flexible timing (stay 1 hour or 4 hours) Come in today or every day - swipe right for this week’s hours! #NCX #NorthShoreFamilies #FamilyFun #NorthbrookIL #DeerfieldIL #WinterBreak #SchoolsOut
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