The Bayou Adventure Entertainment Center

Welcome Y'All! The Bayou Adventure is a 30,000 square foot structure attached to Joe Dumars' Fieldhouse, Shelby Township, that contains the greatest concentration of indoor interactive fun in the Metro Detroit Area. Available for walk-in entertainment or as part of an arranged event, the Bayou is a perfect venue for a family night out, school fieldtrip, or corporate event for up to three thousand. Click the play button to the right to learn more, or read below to learn more about all the unique attractions found in this Louisiana Swamp themed entertainment complex.

The Bayou Adventue Center is subject to closure for full facility rentals at anytime. Please call in advance to determine whether or not the Bayou Adventure Center is available at the date and time you prefer.

Please note, the Bayou Adventure will no longer accept checks beginning November 1, 2010. We're apologize for the inconvenience.

BAYOU ADVENTURE HOURS OF OPERATION
DAY HOURS ACTIVITIES
MON

10:00AM to 10:00PM

All Activities Open (Except Slide)

TUES 10:00AM to 10:00PM

All Activities Open (Except Slide)

WED 10:00AM to 10:00PM

All Activities Open (Except Slide)



THURS

10:00AM to 10:00PM

All Activities Open (Except Slide)

FRI

10:00AM to 10:00PM

All Activities Open (Except Slide)


SAT 10:00AM to 10:00 PM All Activities Open
SUN 10:00AM to 10:00 PM All Activities Open

 
The Troll
Terwiliger, Bayou Adventure Guardian. On your way in or out, make sure not to wake up Terwiliger, our 18 foot tall animatronic troll! He might just make you stay Down on The Bayou all day!
 
Inflatable Shark Slide

Shark Slide
This 33 foot inflatable slide is so fast that even parents will want to follow their kids down it. In the form of a giant shark, participants climb up through its belly (totally enclosed and safe) to a similarly enclosed platform, then slide steeply to the bottom. This attraction is extremely popular but only open during certain times. If taking on the Shark is part of your plans, make sure to check to see whether it is available before you arrive.

 
Mini Bowling

Mini-Bowling
Take a ten-pin tour down this Highway 66 themed 40 foot long mini-bowling game. Players can participate in a full 10 frame game or one of a series of shorter bowling challenges. Beware, this arcade style but totally realistic game is addictive.

 
Redemption Arcade

Redemption Arcade
The Bayou Adventure is also home to the areas most high tech arcade and redemption center. There are over 60 new games to challenge kids and adults alike.  Games include the latest simulations, traditional games of skills--Skeetball, the Basketball Shoot-out, and Air Hockey--and many of the most popular new sports and racing games.  Come and have fun!

 
Slot Car Raceway

Slot Car Raceway
The newest attraction at the Bayou Adventure is an 8-lane, fully computerized, 35 foot long slot car raceway which is so much fun for kids and adults alike. Challenge your friends to a race but, beware, you will flip your car over the rail if you try to gun it around dead man's curve. Honestly, this track is a total blast and sure to become one of the most popular attractions in the Bayou.

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Cajun' Cliffs Climbing Wall

Cajun' Cliffs Climbing Wall
This new 3-sided 26 foot climbing wall monster by Xtreme Engineering is the most realistic in the business. All natural hand holds follow four different routes to the top. When you get there, make sure to hit the stop button to record your time! The Cajun' Cliffs offer climbing for all ages and levels of ability. For skilled climbers, use only features on the wall.

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High Ropes Course

High Ropes Course
This two level ropes course is the nicest and safest in the industry. Daring participants are harnessed and then attached by a rope into a tracking system that allows them to take on 8 different ropes course challenges high up in the air without any risk of falling. It is thrilling to participate and equally exciting to see the smile on kids and adults alike who conquer their fear on this totally unique high wire experience.

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Bungee Trampoline

Bungee Trampoline
The bungee trampoline is one of the most popular activities in the Bayou Adventure. Participants wear a harness that is attached to rubber loops which are in turn attached to a hydraulic pole. As the participant jumps, the hydraulics lift him or her 15 feet in the air. Still jumping, the new or experienced acrobat can do forward or backward flips without any risk of falling. It's a riot! You should try it!

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Gator Tag (Laser Tag)

Gator Tag (Laser Tag)
This brand new laser tag system is the best in the business! Players who dare to enter the 3,000 square foot arena will find themselves dashing through the maze to avoid being shot by other players. When you are hit, your vest vibrates, disabling you for a few seconds. Without fail, everyone who plays gets back in line for another game.

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Bayou Golf (Miniature Golf)

Bayou Golf (Miniature Golf)
Affectionately called the "Swamp" by professional mini-golfers, the course is comprised of 18 challenging holes that weaves its way past ponds, waterfalls (one which you actually walk under) and vegetation native to Joe's home state of Louisiana. This course is fun for young kids and challenging for adults.

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