What Is a Gaming Van Party? A Guide for Parents
A gaming van party is a birthday party held inside a mobile games room. A van fitted with screens, consoles and seating parks outside your home or venue. A host runs the party while the kids play together. There’s no setting up, no tidying up and no queueing for a turn.
What’s inside the van?
Each of our two vans has:
- 8 UHD screens with soundbars
- 8 PlayStation 5 consoles
- A Nintendo Switch
- Two racing seats with Logitech steering wheels
- Meta Quest 3 VR
- Over 70 games, including Fortnite, EA Sports FC, Mario Kart and Roblox
- Neon lighting and comfortable bench seating
The vans are fully insulated, and each one has its own 4G and 5G internet.
Who is it for?
Our parties are designed for children aged 7 to 15. Each van takes up to 10 players at once, so everyone plays at the same time. For bigger groups we can bring both vans.
It’s a good fit if:
- your child loves gaming and wants something different from soft play or a bouncy castle;
- you don’t have room indoors for a group of excited kids;
- you want the party run for you by a host who keeps things fair and moving.
Who runs the party?
Every party comes with a DBS-checked host. They welcome the kids, help them choose games, sort out teams and tournaments, and keep an eye on behaviour throughout. We’re fully insured, and certificates are available on request.
How much does it cost?
Packages run from 1 to 3 hours, starting from £175, with free travel within 25 miles of our base in Berkhamsted. See all packages and prices.
What do I need to provide?
- A flat space about 9 metres long to park
- One plug socket within 25 metres
- That’s it. We bring everything else.
Where do you cover?
We cover Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Berkshire, including Berkhamsted, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Watford, Aylesbury, Amersham, Luton and Dunstable. See all areas we cover.
Frequently asked questions
Is a gaming van the same as a gaming bus or game truck?
Yes. Gaming van, gaming bus, game truck and party bus all describe the same thing: a mobile games room that comes to your door.
Can parents join in?
Parents are welcome to pop in and watch, and adults often enjoy a go on the racing seats.
What if it rains?
The party carries on. The gaming area is fully insulated, so the weather doesn’t affect the fun inside.
Planning a party? Check availability now, or read our step-by-step guide to planning a gaming van birthday party.
