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Trapped in a Room with a Zombie

October 10, 2015 - October 11, 2015 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

Downers Grove Park District

935 Maple Ave.

Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Description

Your apocalyptic planning skills will be put to the test in this exhilarating and interactive experience. Up to 12 brave souls will be locked in a room with a zombie faced with the simplest of tasks-to get out alive! Solve a number of different mind games, physical challenges and a series of clues as you attempt to escape. Every five minutes the zombie gets more slack and creeps even closer to making a meal out of you.

Event Cost: $15, $10 resident

Price Category: $$

Event times: 2-6 p.m.

Ages: 11-17

Additional Information

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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