Tech-Enhanced Darts Venue Coming To North Loop
The latest social entertainment concept to set its sights on the North Loop is Flight Club, an international collection of dart clubs providing the same vibe for this game that we’ve seen in the growing number of indoor mini golf venues.
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The company just announced that it has signed a lease in the Nordic Tower at 729 North Washington Avenue, where North Loop Galley used to be.
“The North Loop has established itself as one of the city’s most dynamic districts and is in line with our strategy of growing in cities with diverse local clientele, robust hospitality sectors and steady corporate and tourist traffic,” said Toby Harris, CEO of the parent company, State of Play Hospitality.
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The sights, sounds and whimsical decor of the various Flight Clubs seem designed to motivate guests to share their experiences on social media. In a recent interview, a company rep told a Cincinnati reporter that dart players would have access to video of them playing, which they could then share to their accounts.
Credit: Flight Club Facebook
In a news release, the company said it’s acting on recent trends that show consumers prioritizing memorable, shared experiences over simply hanging out at a bar. It intends to provide both indoor and outdoor activities, making good use of the facility’s 1,600 square foot patio.
There’s no word on how soon Flight Club expects to be open here, but in its Instagram post announcing its entry into Minneapolis, the company said “late 2026.”
By Mike Binkley, North Loop volunteer
