McWally’s: A New Name in Fun


Get ready for fun times and unforgettable experiences right here in Fuquay! McWally’s opened its doors on August 22, bringing 42,000 square feet of fun to town. The new entertainment center offers traditional favorites like 60 arcade games, a 5,000-square-foot multi-level laser tag arena, and 20 bowling lanes (including 6 VIP lanes with Spark technology, leveling up the experience with custom game modes and on-lane projections).

McWally’s also brings something entirely new: the Valo Arena, the world’s first mixed-reality playground. Your body becomes the controller for an array of energetic games for 1 to 6 players. Games last 3-5 minutes and provide highlight videos to relive the fast-paced fun.

The onsite restaurant serves a diverse menu — from burgers and wings to mushroom banh mi street tacos, crispy buffalo cauliflower, bacon-wrapped shrimp, and craft pizza. Dine indoors, on the patio, or order laneside service. The full bar offers cocktails, nonalcoholic cocktails, beer, and wine, plus daily drink specials. Military service members, veterans, and first responders receive 10% off food and nonalcoholic drink purchases.

And sports fans, you’re in luck. TVs throughout the facility broadcast all your favorite teams, from MLB, NBA and NFL to college football and basketball.

We managed to snag a few minutes of owner Bryden McCormick’s time to dish about the new center. 

What brings McWally’s to Fuquay-Varina?

Fuquay-Varina is a vibrant, fast-growing community with a strong sense of family and local pride. Yet, until recently, residents often had to travel to Raleigh or Cary for unique entertainment and social experiences. That’s where McWally’s comes in. We saw an opportunity to bring something special home: an all-in-one destination where families and friends can gather, unwind, and enjoy memorable outings without leaving town.

How has the town embraced McWally’s through its opening weekend?

The response to McWally’s grand opening in Fuquay-Varina has been nothing short of extraordinary. We are truly humbled and grateful for the outpouring of support and enthusiasm from the community. We’re excited to keep the momentum going and become a cherished part of the fabric of this amazing community.

You have the world’s first mixed-reality playground. Tell us about it and how something so cutting-edge ended up in Fuquay.

A team gets ready for their first experience in the Valo Arena.

When we set out to create McWally’s, we knew we wanted to bring something fun, but also fresh, meaningful, and a little ahead of the curve. With tech like virtual and augmented reality growing fast, we saw a chance to offer something totally new: an experience where imagination gets a serious upgrade. Bringing this kind of cutting-edge fun to Fuquay-Varina wasn’t just about the tech — it was about giving the community something exciting and unexpected right in their own backyard.

What are you most excited about for McWally’s?

I’m most excited about the sense of connection McWally’s is already starting to foster. Our main goal is to create a place where families, friends, and neighbors can come together, whether it’s to celebrate a birthday, mark a milestone, or just enjoy some quality time. It’s about offering the community a go-to spot that feels both fun and meaningful, where real memories are made without having to go far from home. In that spirit, this September, we’re launching a “Month of Giving” — donating a portion of our Sunday sales to local nonprofits and school organizations. Each week will highlight a different cause: Fuquay-Varina High School Athletic Booster Club, United States Veterans Corps, Caroline Ball Family Fund and Willow Spring Storm Booster Club at Willow Spring High School. It’s our way of giving back and strengthening the community that’s already made us feel so welcome.

Anything you really want our readers to know?

We’re proud to bring something fresh and exciting right here to Fuquay — an all-in-one entertainment destination with 42,000 square feet of immersive attractions, games and energy for all ages. As proud members of the Fuquay community, our ownership team lives and works right here, and we’re excited to help redefine fun, right at home!

 

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