Corporate

Team-building people actually talk about

Staff outings, onboarding groups, leadership retreats, and holiday parties. Book one room, run several at once, or book the whole building outside regular hours.

  • Up to 40 players across four rooms at once
  • Private after-hours events by appointment
  • Food and drinks allowed at private after-hours events, with approval ahead of time

Yes, if you want your group talking and working together instead of sitting through another meeting. Escape 618’s rooms are private and built around communication, which makes them a solid pick for staff outings, onboarding days, leadership retreats, and holiday parties. The room you choose should match your group’s size and how much of a challenge they’re looking for.

Who does this work well for?

Any group that wants to solve something together, not just watch a presentation. Every booking at Escape 618 is private, so your team never shares a room with strangers. Each room needs at least 4 players, because the puzzles are built around people talking to each other, splitting up tasks, and sharing what they find. Pairs tend to go quiet, and groups of three often get stuck and give up.

Which room fits your team?

Each room plays differently, so it’s worth matching the room to your group before you book.

  • Detention is the most family-friendly option, with no scares and no sudden lighting changes. It’s the most puzzle-heavy of the three rooms, built for groups that want a classic lock-and-key style challenge. It fits 4 to 12 players, and with two nearly identical rooms running together, a split team of up to 24 can play at the same time. About 75 percent of teams make it out, so it’s a good choice for a mixed group with different comfort levels.
  • The Jail Cell is for a team that wants a real test. Players start locked in four separate cells, so they have to describe what they see and call out what they need before they can even start working together. It holds 4 to 8 players, and only about a third of teams escape.
  • The Haunted House of Alice has a live actor, jump scares, and sudden lighting and sound changes, and it’s for ages 16 and up only. It’s worth checking with the whole group first since not everyone wants that kind of experience at a company event.

Can we book after hours or pay by invoice?

Yes. Larger teams can book the whole building outside regular hours, by appointment, with room for up to 40 players at once. We can invoice your company directly, we accept tax-exempt paperwork, and we offer custom pricing for big corporate events. Food and drinks are welcome at private after-hours events when you clear it with us ahead of time.

How does the visit run?

Each game runs 60 minutes, but plan for 75 to 90 minutes total. That covers checking in, signing a digital waiver, a short briefing from your game master, and a group photo once you’re done, win or lose. You can see open times and book directly at escape618.com/booking/.

How do you plan around the details?

A few small things make the day go smoother for an office group. Closed-toe shoes are required, and since some rooms involve crawling, it’s worth mentioning to your team that older clothes are a good call. There’s no photography or video during the game itself, but everyone gets a free group photo afterward. The main level is fully accessible. The Jail Cell is in the basement, reached by stairs or a powered chair lift, so call ahead if anyone in your group needs it. Once your game wraps up, the front patio has eight picnic tables, and there’s a row of restaurants and bars within walking distance on Main Street if your team wants to keep the outing going. If you’re planning something larger or need a custom quote, use the form below.

Questions about corporate groups

What's the minimum number of players per room?

Every room requires at least 4 players. The puzzles depend on people talking, sharing what they find, and working as a team, so smaller groups tend to stall out.

Can we split a large team across multiple rooms during the same time slot?

Yes. You can book one room, run several rooms at once, or bring up to 40 players through the building together across all four rooms.

Will a game master help if our team gets stuck?

Yes. Every game includes three standard clues, with more available if your team falls behind. A game master watches the whole game and can offer help, or you can ask for none at all.

Do we need to worry about tight spaces?

Our main spaces have tall ceilings. The Jail Cell has one tighter crawl space, and a teammate can take that part if someone would rather not.

Capacity

The Jail Cell

4 - 8 PLAYER

Detention

4 - 12 PLAYER

The Haunted House of Alice

4 - 8 PLAYER

40 players across 4 rooms

Room capacities

  • Jail Cell 4-8
  • Detention 4-12
  • Both Detention rooms together Up to 24
  • The Haunted House 4-8
  • Full facility Up to 40

Smaller groups welcome. Call us for group sizes under four and we'll work it out.

Pricing

  • Standard ticket $35
  • Military (w/ ID) $30
  • Children 10-12 $25
  • Kids pricing is for Detention only
  • Nonprofit groups Call us
  • School groups Call us

A $35 deposit locks any booking. The deposit counts toward your final bill.
Free reschedule up to 24 hours out.

Group booking questions

The things people ask before bringing a big group.

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend booking 1-2 weeks ahead for groups, and earlier for weekends, holidays, and October. Short notice? Call (618) 416-7300 and we’ll always try to make it work.

Do you open outside normal business hours?

Yes. Group events can be scheduled any day, any time, by appointment, including Monday through Wednesday when we’re normally closed. Call or email to set a time.

Can we rent out the whole facility?

Yes. Book the whole building and every room is yours, with no other groups in the lobby. A full buyout holds up to 40 players at once: The Jail Cell (4-8 players), our two Detention rooms (4-12 players each, 24 total), and The Haunted House of Alice (4-8 players).

Is there enough parking for a large group?

Yes, and it’s all free. The best spot is the lot right behind our building (the old Ben’s / Belleville Public Library lot). There’s also unmetered street parking all around us and a big lot behind the Lincoln Theatre, a short walk away.

How much does it cost, and how does payment work?

Tickets are $35 per player plus tax. Military with ID is $30, and kids 10-12 in Detention are $25. To book, you pay one $35 ticket up front, and the rest is due after the game. Pay all together, split it up, or have us invoice your company. We accept tax-exempt paperwork and can provide documents for your records on request. Schools, nonprofits, and large corporate events can get custom pricing, so call for a quote.

Can we bring food, drinks, or a cake?

During regular hours, food and drinks aren’t allowed in the lobby, but your group is welcome at our 8 outdoor picnic tables out front. For private events outside regular hours, let us know ahead of time and we can approve food and drinks inside. Need a party room? Sugar High, Bennie’s Pizza, Papa Vito’s, Casa Maria, Grüv, and Copper Fire are steps away on Main Street.

Inquire about a group booking

Most group requests come back within one business day. Standard single-room bookings can be made on the booking page.

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