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Cold winters aren’t so bad when you’re spending time together. It might be dark and chilly outside, but when you’ve got a fully-stocked rec room to enjoy, you can beat the wintertime blues with hours of entertainment.
Winter is the perfect time to explore the great indoors and reconnect with family. If you’re wondering how you can add some extra excitement to your next night in, here are five awesome activities for your family during cold weather.
Game On
There’s nothing like a little friendly competition to bring the family together. You might not be able to set up the volleyball net in the backyard or take a dip in the swimming pool, but just because it's cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t play indoors.
This winter, upgrade your rec room with some classic table games. Kids of all ages will be thrilled to take on the challenge of a fast-paced game of air hockey. With your own air hockey table, you and your family can duke it out for the championship without ever having to leave your house.
A ping pong table is another great option for a fun family activity that’s sure to get your heart pumping. Besides providing lightning-fast entertainment for the family, ping pong can also be a surprisingly intense workout for serious players. You and your family can sharpen your hand-eye coordination while getting some cardio exercise.
And if you’ve already got a billiards table, you might not need to invest in a new ping pong table. You can convert your existing billiards table to a ping pong table with the help of a handy conversion top.
A foosball table makes another great table game for you and your family to enjoy. The clicking and clacking of the pegs makes the perfect soundtrack to an entertaining afternoon with the ones you love.
Go Retro
If table games aren’t your thing, consider some virtual competition instead. You can transform your rec room into a gamer’s paradise with a few classic arcade games. With your own arcade games, you can introduce the kids to the original video game sensations of the 80s and challenge them to beat your high score.
Arcade cabinets aren’t just video games, they’re pieces of furniture unto themselves. By outfitting your rec room with a few arcade cabinets, you can create a true arcade atmosphere that can’t be done with modern video game consoles. The height and stature of arcade cabinets make them impossible to ignore, instantly creating a real arcade feel that will have your family playing together for hours.
Host a Tournament
If your family is the high-stakes type, you’ve got to have a poker table for your rec room. You can shuffle up your normal weekend plans and deal out some fun by hosting a poker tournament with family and friends.
A deluxe poker table makes a handsome addition to any rec room and pairs especially well with your home bar. With durable construction and plush seats, you can bet that you’ll be using your poker table for years to come.
Get Board
Your rec room is the perfect place to host your next family board game night. If you’d rather take a seat and relax than watch the high-octane action of a ping pong game, your rec room is just the place.
That poker table can double as a playing space for just about any classic board game. You and the family can gather around and bond without having to break a sweat or place a bet. If your family is the dramatic type, you can even use your rec room for a game of charades.
Just make sure that your rec room has plenty of comfortable seating for your board game nights.
Make it Multipurpose
Who says a rec room is just for gaming? Make your rec room and multipurpose space that everyone in the family can enjoy. One easy way to make your rec room more versatile is by adding a book nook or reading space.
By adding a few comfy chairs or a cozy loveseat along with some sturdy bookshelves, your rec room can make the perfect reading retreat. And you can take advantage of the extra storage space from your bookshelves to store board games and accessories for all your other family activities.
Whether you’re looking for interactive table games or classic arcade games, Watson’s has everything you need to create the best rec room on the block.
When you shop with us, you’ll find an amazing selection and personalized service, along with the guaranteed lowest prices in the USA. We offer all the quality furniture you need to outfit your living room, dining room, or any other space in your home. So, if you’re interested in entertaining your family during the cold weather this winter, shop online or stop by your nearest Watson’s location today.
