As summer winds down to a close, it’s time to take advantage of those precious sun rays before they disappear for the rest of the year. While you may feel the crunch to get in one last beach trip, picnic, or hike, take solace in the fact that fun games and sports are now available year round at Volli.
Bellingham’s newest indoor entertainment hub Volli opened in early July, offering a variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities. Primarily a pickleball sports bar, Volli combines fun, food, and drinks to create a one-of-a-kind social outing experience that’s fun for all ages.
Owners Allan and Dave Jones are no strangers to the family fun ventures. It all started when Allan opened an ice cream store in Tennessee, with the duo eventually going on to develop more than 15 Summit Adventure Parks and Catapult Adventure Parks across North America, South America, and Puerto Rico.
“With Dave operating a Summit Adventure Park in Bellingham, the epicenter of the current nationwide pickleball craze, it was an easy leap to recognize the pent-up demand for indoor pickleball courts and other family games,” says Chief Operating Officer John Oldham. “Post-pandemic, there is a strong demand for social clubs and activities to bring the community together for wholesome fun, food, and drink.”
A Place to Play Together
The venue is equipped with 24,000 square feet of indoor space as well as a 2,000-square-foot patio for outdoor activities. The star of the show is pickleball, with courts available for reservations seven days in advance, in 1-3 hour time slots ($40-50 per hour). Other available games include cornhole, darts, shuffleboard, golf simulators, and more.
“Building a pickleball sports bar has been a dream for a long time. This is a state-of-the-art facility focused on the competitive and fun sport of pickleball,” Dave says. “If pickleball isn’t your thing, we’ve got every indoor activity under the sun. We’ll also have outdoor space for dining and fair-weather activities. Volli has it all.”
Come with a friend or with a crowd! Volli can accommodate up to 40 people in their event space as well as provide on-site catering and organized game tournaments. So whether you’re looking for a fun corporate event, birthday party, or bachelor party – it’s the perfect spot for group celebration.
“Volli brings more than an indoor pickleball facility (which is sorely needed). It brings a social club that strengthens the sense of community and belonging to the neighborhood,” says Vice President of Marketing Brett Wagner. “By mixing traditional adult games like cornhole and shuffleboard with the latest technology in sport simulators, we offer enjoyment for all ages and interests.”
Visitors can also enjoy bottled drinks and pre-packaged snacks at the snack bar and pro shop. Rotating food trucks may also be on the horizon.
While Volli is a sure-to-be hit on the Bellingham scene, the fun doesn’t stop there. Volli will also be opening a location in Marysville (September 2022) and Dallas/Fort Worth (early 2023).
“We are very excited to bring the Bellingham community a family-friendly venue with great food and games for folks of all ages,” Allan says. “There isn’t anything like this in Whatcom County or anywhere in Washington State, and we’re thrilled to expand to other locations around the United States.”
4190 Cordata Pkwy., Bellingham, vollibellingham.com
