How early should we arrive?

Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled start for check-in, waivers, and the pre-game briefing.

Is the experience private?

Yes—private bookings give your group exclusive access to the entire building for the reserved time.

Can we add custom elements like a proposal message?

Yes—Puzzle Master Brittany offers Basic, Premium, and Ultimate customization packages to weave personal messages or proposal elements into the game.

Are children allowed to play?

Players 14 and under require an adult present; ages 15–17 may play with a signed waiver and emergency contact on file.

Is food or alcohol provided?

No—food is not provided and alcohol is not permitted during the experience; groups may bring snacks to the designated celebration area.

What if there’s a power outage?

Rooms become unplayable during power outages; refunds aren’t available, but the operator will reschedule your event at no extra cost.

Private Group Escape Rooms in New Smyrna Beach - Custom Events & Large-Group Discounts

Event (New Smyrna) sits in downtown New Smyrna Beach, Florida, at 116 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, USA. This private escape event is built for groups who want a single‑venue celebration that blends puzzle-driven teamwork with party-ready flexibility. The venue runs three distinct rooms that can operate simultaneously, moving up to 24 players per hour, and the operators will open the entire building for private bookings so your group controls the flow, the snacks, and the soundtrack. Inside, the emphasis is on crafted puzzles and theatrical staging rather than shock value. Puzzle Master Brittany collaborates with organizers to fold personal messages, clues, or even a proposal into the gameplay via three tiers of customization—Basic, Premium, and Ultimate—so parties, corporate teams, and couples can tune how much of the event is bespoke. Large-group discounts scale aggressively (15% for 9–15 players up to 55% for 48+), which makes the venue unusually economical for big gatherings compared with standard party rooms or rented event halls. The physical scene is an urban escape space rather than a natural landmark: think cramped, dimly lit rooms, tactile locks, and mechanical props instead of landscapes or wildlife. Still, there are local touches: the New Smyrna location serves the beach community’s appetite for social activities and sits close to cafes and lodging on Canal Street, making it easy to combine your escape with a sunset walk along the Atlantic shoreline. Accessibility differs by site—New Smyrna is not wheelchair accessible while the Orlando site is—so confirm details when you book. Practicalities matter here. Bookings require arrival thirty minutes ahead for waivers and a safety briefing, and each game runs roughly sixty minutes with a short debrief. Food and alcohol are not provided—groups may bring snacks to the designated celebration area—and extra party time is available for a nominal per-person fee. The operator’s power outage policy favors rescheduling over refunds, so events can be salvaged if the rare outage occurs. Why this business is a standout in the local recreation scene? It translates the collaborative spirit of beach towns into an indoor game that rewards communication, not brute force; it supports fully private bookings for high-energy celebrations; and it offers genuine customization overseen by a named Puzzle Master. For anyone planning birthdays, team-building, or an unforgettable proposal on Florida’s east coast, Event (New Smyrna) turns a standard party into a plotted adventure. Groups larger than 24 rotate through comfortable waiting areas with snacks and refreshments while rooms reset, and the facility will help arrange tables and chairs for cake or awards. Deposits are accepted to hold dates, and organizers should confirm final headcount early to secure discount tiers and customization details with Puzzle Master Brittany. Book early now.

About A Harrowing Escape

A Harrowing Escape designs and operates immersive, private escape room experiences that combine storytelling, puzzles, and atmosphere. The venue offers multiple themed rooms including The Woods, Toxicity, A Frigid Flight, and Mutation Protocol, plus specialized packages like Matinee Escape, Escape Marathon, Your Way 3-Play, Your Way 4-Play, Late Night Lock In, and Events/Parties/Large Groups.

Each experience is available as private play with a dedicated game master, flexible start times, and options to bring snacks or add refreshments. The Matinee Escape provides exclusive early-morning access; Escape Marathon and Your Way 3-Play/4-Play let groups book back-to-back room runs for intense puzzle marathons. Late Night Lock In extends private access overnight from midnight to 5 AM for celebrations or team challenges.

The Woods places players in Aokigahara Forest on a mission to rescue astronomer Edwin Hubble through zodiac-themed puzzles and immersive sounds and visuals. Toxicity traps groups in a toxic bunker pursued by a sadistic killer named SArIN, demanding stealth and problem solving. A Frigid Flight sends teams to a blizzard-stricken island to awaken a restless spirit, while Mutation Protocol drops players into a high-tech alien laboratory racing to save their DNA.

A Harrowing Escape accommodates large groups with venue-wide buyouts, customizable puzzles, and discounts for bigger parties. Game design emphasizes immersive audio-visual elements, role assignments, and private, safety-conscious gameplay suitable for celebrations, team-building, and puzzle enthusiasts seeking a memorable, controlled adventure. Advanced sanitation, trained staff, and clear safety briefings ensure a comfortable, responsible experience for groups of varying sizes and ages today.