Fun Factory Hilo
Waiakea Center, Hilo, HI
Hilo indoor arcade and family entertainment center with games, kiddie rides, and birthday party options.
Photo 1 of 2. Exterior of Fun Factory Hilo at Waiakea Center.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A practical rainy-day option for mixed-age families, especially once kids are old enough to enjoy arcade and prize play.
Good fit
- Mixed-age families with elementary-age kids and up
- Arcade-loving kids
- Birthday groups wanting an indoor entertainment venue
Consider another option if
- Parents specifically seeking toddler soft play
- Families looking for a quiet or low-stimulation environment
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Arcade games
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Drop in arcade outing
Read more about this location
Fun Factory Hilo is a long-running indoor family entertainment option at Waiakea Center, centered on arcade games, prize play, cranes, and kiddie rides. It is a better match for older kids and mixed-age families than for toddlers seeking a contained soft-play environment. For Hilo families who want a weather-proof outing with broad age appeal, it is a useful all-purpose fallback.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Unknowns
The operator does not publish detailed sensory or mobility accommodation notes on the public location page.
Location
315 E Makaala St
Hilo, HI, 96720
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Fun Factory Hilo location pagefunfactorygames.com
- Fun Factory Hilo party calendarfunfactorygames.com
What changed
April 5, 2026
Corrected the image to the Hilo venue, added address details, and clarified the arcade-first play style.