Corporate Events & Team Building in Raleigh
Skip the conference room. Bring your team to Raleigh's retro arcade bar for a company event they will actually be excited about — private buyouts, drink packages, and tournaments on Glenwood South.
Book Your EventWhy an Arcade Bar Beats a Conference Room Every Time
Corporate events have a reputation problem. Catered conference rooms, generic happy hours at the nearest chain restaurant, trust falls that nobody asked for — your team has been through all of it, and the results are usually the same: people check their phones, stay in their existing cliques, and leave as soon as it is polite to do so.
Super Rad Retro Lounge is different because the venue does the work. The moment your team walks into a room full of fully restored classic arcade cabinets, nine real pinball machines, and an air hockey table with a crowd gathering around it, the conversation starts on its own. Nobody is awkwardly waiting for the icebreaker slide. The VP is already elbow-deep in a Pac-Man high-score run and the new hire is talking trash at air hockey. That is exactly the environment you want.
We offer full and partial private venue buyouts for Raleigh corporate events of all sizes — from intimate team happy hours to full company parties. We work with you on drink packages, tournament formats, and timing to make sure the event fits your team and your budget. Whether you are planning an end-of-year holiday party, a client appreciation night, a product launch celebration, or just a well-earned team outing, Super Rad delivers a downtown Raleigh experience worth talking about on Monday morning.
Private Buyout Options
Full venue or partial space — we customize the experience around your group.
Full Venue Buyout
Reserve the entire space exclusively for your group. Every arcade cabinet, every pinball machine, air hockey, console gaming, and the full bar are yours for the night. Ideal for company-wide parties, holiday events, and client appreciation evenings. We close the venue to the public so your team has the run of the place.
Inquire about a full buyout →
Partial Space & Happy Hours
Not every corporate event needs the whole venue. We can reserve a dedicated section of the bar for your group while keeping the rest of Super Rad open — a great fit for smaller team happy hours, welcome parties for new hires, or post-conference wind-down sessions. Minimum spend packages keep things flexible.
Ask about partial reservations →Team Building That Actually Works
Friendly competition levels the org chart and sparks real connections.
Arcade High-Score Tournament
Pick a game — Pac-Man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, or any of the 30+ cabinets — and run a bracket-style high-score competition. We track scores, crown a winner, and make sure even the most button-shy team member gets in on the action. It is the best icebreaker we have ever seen, and it requires zero facilitation.
Pinball Challenge
Nine real pinball machines means you can run head-to-head pinball tournaments across multiple tables simultaneously. Pinball is deeply skill-based but has just enough chaos built in that rookies can pull off an upset. It is fiercely competitive, genuinely fun, and a great way to find out which of your colleagues has a secret pinball habit. See all our machines →
Air Hockey Showdown
Fast, loud, and impossible to watch without getting excited — air hockey is the natural centerpiece of any team-building tournament. We run single-elimination brackets with zero fuss. Bystanders gather, sides are taken, and suddenly your whole team is invested in the outcome. More about air hockey →
The beauty of tournament-style team building is that it does not feel like team building. There is no trust-fall energy, no assigned discussion groups, no facilitator with a clipboard. Just people competing, laughing, and learning something new about the people they work with every day. The org chart flattens pretty quickly when the CFO is getting schooled at Galaga by the summer intern.
Food, Drinks & Bar Packages
Super Rad runs a full craft cocktail bar alongside a rotating selection of local draft beer and non-alcoholic options. We are not a restaurant, which means we do not try to cram a catering menu into a space that is built for fun — but we work with you on drink packages that cover your group for the evening without the per-ticket hassle.
Drink package options include open-bar minimums for buyout events, drink tickets for partial reservations, and tab-based setups that give your guests freedom without you losing track of the budget. We are happy to set up a custom arrangement for your group size and event type.
Need food? Glenwood South is packed with restaurants and food options within a short walk, and many groups do dinner nearby before heading to Super Rad for the arcade and drinks portion of the evening. We can help you think through the flow of the night so everything feels seamless. See our full drink menu →
The Perfect Venue for Every Type of Corporate Event
Holiday & End-of-Year Parties
Your team deserves an end-of-year celebration that feels like a celebration. A full buyout at Super Rad gives you a unique downtown venue, a full bar, and 30+ games — no banquet hall décor, no generic DJ playlist. Just a great night out that people will actually look forward to.
Client Appreciation Events
Impress clients with an experience they cannot get at a restaurant. A private retro arcade bar on Glenwood South is a conversation starter before anyone even walks through the door. It is fun, it is downtown, and it makes your company look like the kind of place people actually want to work with.
Product Launches & Milestone Parties
Celebrate a big win the right way. Whether you are launching a product, closing a major deal, or marking a company anniversary, Super Rad gives you a private venue with built-in energy. The games provide the entertainment; you bring the team.
RTP & Tech Team Outings
Raleigh's Research Triangle Park community is built on smart people who work hard. Super Rad is a natural fit for tech teams, agencies, and startups looking for a team outing that is not just another brewery visit. We are 20 minutes from RTP and easy to get to from anywhere in the Triangle.
Welcome & Onboarding Events
Help new hires feel at home fast. An arcade bar happy hour is the quickest way to break down the newness and let people be themselves. Tournaments are especially effective here — new and tenured employees compete on equal footing from the first quarter.
Department Happy Hours
You do not need a full company event to make a night memorable. A reserved section for 15–30 people, a drink package, and a couple hours of arcade time is enough to reset the energy of any team going into or coming out of a tough stretch. Get the details →
Downtown Raleigh — Glenwood South Location
Super Rad is at 106 Glenwood Ave in the heart of Glenwood South — Raleigh's most walkable entertainment district. Your team can grab dinner at one of the dozen nearby restaurants, walk over to Super Rad for the main event, and keep the night going with a stroll down the strip if they want to. No shuttles, no suburban office park, no need to plan transportation beyond a rideshare or a short walk from downtown parking decks.
Street parking and nearby decks are available throughout Glenwood South. The neighborhood is well-lit and easy to navigate on foot, which means late-night departures are simple. If your team is coming from RTP, downtown Raleigh, or anywhere else in the Triangle, Glenwood South is a familiar and easy destination.
We are not a hotel ballroom or a private event company that rents out a forgettable space. We are a real venue with a real personality, and that comes through the moment your team walks in the door.
How to Book Your Corporate Event
We keep the booking process simple because planning a corporate event should not itself be stressful. Here is how it works:
1. Reach Out
Fill out the event inquiry form at superradretrolounge.com/host-event or give us a call at 919-525-9328. Tell us your date, rough headcount, and what kind of event you are thinking.
2. Pick a Date & Format
We will walk you through available dates and help you decide between a full buyout or partial reservation. We will also talk through tournament formats, drink packages, and timing so the evening flows the way you want it to.
3. Show Up and Have Fun
We handle the setup. You bring the team. Whether it is 20 people or 200, Super Rad takes care of the venue side so you can focus on actually enjoying the event alongside your colleagues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we rent out the entire venue for a private corporate event?
Yes. We offer full venue buyouts for private corporate events. When you book a full buyout, Super Rad is exclusively yours for the duration of your event — every arcade cabinet, every pinball machine, the air hockey table, console gaming, and the full bar. Contact us at superradretrolounge.com/host-event or call 919-525-9328 to check availability and pricing.
What team building activities are available at Super Rad?
We offer tournament-style team building using our arcade cabinets, pinball machines, and air hockey table. Popular formats include arcade high-score competitions, pinball head-to-head brackets, and air hockey tournaments. We help you set up the bracket and run the competition. No facilitator required — the games do the work.
Do you offer drink packages for corporate events?
Yes. We offer open-bar packages for full buyouts, drink ticket systems for partial reservations, and tab-based setups. We work with you based on your group size and budget. Reach out through the event inquiry form and we will put together options that make sense for your event.
How many people can Super Rad accommodate for a corporate event?
Super Rad comfortably fits groups ranging from small team happy hours to larger company-wide events. Reach out with your headcount and we will let you know what format works best for your group size.
Is Super Rad a good venue for RTP and tech company team outings?
Absolutely. Super Rad is a popular choice for tech teams, agencies, and startups throughout the Research Triangle. We are centrally located in downtown Raleigh on Glenwood South, about 20 minutes from the RTP corridor, and easy to reach from Durham, Chapel Hill, and Cary as well.
Do you serve food at corporate events?
Super Rad is a full craft cocktail bar, not a restaurant. We do not offer a catering menu, but Glenwood South is surrounded by excellent dining options within walking distance. Many corporate groups do dinner at a nearby restaurant and come to Super Rad for the arcade and drinks portion of the evening. We are happy to help you plan the flow of the night.
Ready to Plan Your Corporate Event?
Super Rad Retro Lounge is Raleigh's most unique corporate event venue — 30+ fully restored classic arcade cabinets, nine real pinball machines, air hockey, a full craft cocktail bar, and a downtown Glenwood South location your team can walk to. No conference rooms. No trust falls. Just a genuinely fun night that brings people together.