{"id":34168,"date":"2026-06-15T07:40:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T14:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=34168"},"modified":"2026-06-12T15:40:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T22:40:22","slug":"jakes-unlimited-enters-a-new-era-with-local-ownership-and-a-2-million-investment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/family-friendly\/jakes-unlimited-enters-a-new-era-with-local-ownership-and-a-2-million-investment\/","title":{"rendered":"Jake\u2019s Unlimited Enters a New Era with Local Ownership and a $2 Million Investment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For generations of East Valley families, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jakesunlimited.com\/\">Jake\u2019s Unlimited<\/a> has been a go-to destination for birthday parties, family outings and friendly competition. Now, the Mesa entertainment venue is embarking on a new chapter under local ownership, backed by a multimillion-dollar investment aimed at transforming the facility into one of Arizona\u2019s premier entertainment destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"681\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-34169 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-1024x681.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-1160x771.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153739\/Arcade-Dad-Kid.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of Jake\u2019s Unlimited<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jake\u2019s Unlimited was acquired by Phoenix-area entrepreneurs JP and Brittany Mullan, who are investing more than $2 million into upgrades, new attractions and facility improvements designed to elevate the nearly 87,000-square-foot venue. The acquisition represents an opportunity to build on a longtime attraction while creating new experiences for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-34170 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153742\/Laser-Tag-Boy.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe see the potential to transform Jake\u2019s Unlimited into a best-in-class entertainment destination that competes on a national level while maintaining the local, community-driven spirit that makes it special,\u201d JP Mullan said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A fourth-generation Phoenician, JP brings more than 20 years of experience in the family entertainment industry. His career includes leadership roles with several well-known Valley attractions, including CrackerJax, F1 Race Factory, Octane Raceway and Mavrix, giving him extensive experience in operations, guest experience development and attraction management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"768\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-34171 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-1024x768.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-260x195.jpg 260w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-1160x870.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153747\/Teambuilding.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jake\u2019s Unlimited offers a wide range of activities under one roof. Guests can enjoy amusement rides such as bumper cars, teacups, a carousel, Frog Hopper and The Radius, an indoor tornado-style ride experience. The venue also features HyperBowling, an interactive twist on traditional bowling, along with laser tag, virtual reality attractions, arcade games and billiards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guests can expect new arcade games, enhanced prize offerings featuring licensed merchandise and electronics, updated food and beverage recipes and facility-wide improvements focused on comfort, cleanliness and aesthetics. Additional staff training and service enhancements are also planned as part of the overall investment strategy. One of the most anticipated additions is a new mini kart attraction, with plans for a larger premium karting experience slated to arrive during future phases of development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"681\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-34172 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-1024x681.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-1160x771.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153752\/Arcade.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inspired in part by their three daughters, the Mullans saw an opportunity to invest in a business centered around creating memorable experiences that families can enjoy together. Their long-term goal is to position Jake\u2019s as a neighborhood gathering place and a regional destination capable of attracting visitors for birthday parties, corporate events, celebrations and family outings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAs parents, we understand how important these shared experiences are,\u201d Brittany said. \u201cWe live here, we\u2019re raising our family here, and we\u2019re committed to building a place where other families can celebrate, connect and create lasting memories.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"779\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-34173 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-1024x779.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-1024x779.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-768x584.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-380x289.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-800x609.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-1160x882.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/12153756\/Radius-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To mark the beginning of its new chapter, Jake\u2019s Unlimited is also offering a special summer promotion on its Unlimited Passes. Available through July 31, the discounted passes include unlimited rides, laser tag, arcade games and access to the venue\u2019s buffet, providing families an opportunity to experience everything the entertainment center has to offer. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jakesunlimited.com\/\">jakesunlimited.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Mesa\u2019s family entertainment destination got a major refresh as owners unveil future plans.\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":34174,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[13872],"tags":[14110,14093,13918,8566,13874,14544],"class_list":["post-34168","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-family-friendly","tag-arcade","tag-entertainment-complex","tag-family-friendly","tag-featured","tag-fun","tag-jakes-unlimited","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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