If you’re looking for a high-energy, social activity in Indianapolis, video darts has quickly become one of the top choices—especially for corporate outings, birthday parties, and group events.

At The Hangar, video darts combines competition, simplicity, and nonstop interaction—without the hassle of traditional games.

What Are Video Darts?

Video darts are real darts + a real board, enhanced with:

• Automatic scoring
• Interactive game modes
• Digital leaderboards

Translation: no math, no confusion, just play.

Why Video Darts Are Perfect for Groups

Easy for everyone

Even if you’ve never played darts, you’ll be up and running in minutes.

Fast-paced

No waiting around—games move quickly so everyone stays engaged.

Built for social interaction

Unlike arcade games, everyone plays together—not separately.

Why Corporate Groups Love Video Darts

At The Hangar, video darts are one of the most booked corporate activities because:

• No learning curve
• Team-based gameplay
• High participation (no one sits out long)
• Competitive but fun

It hits the sweet spot between team-building and actual fun.

Perfect for Parties & Large Groups

Video darts scales easily:

• 6–12 players at The Hangar (6 per dart bay/lane)
• Multiple lanes for large groups
• Team formats so everyone participates

And we have lots of other games and things to do at The Hangar – whether it’s 2 people or 800, it works.

Pricing & Booking (What to Expect)

Cost

• Typically $20 per hour per lane (click the book now button to check availability)
• Custom pricing for private events (Rent both dart bays and all 3 gaming bays (golf, flight sim, mario kart) to up the ante on the fun!

Time

• For individual dart bays most groups book 1–2 hours
• Corporate events: 2–4+ hours with most just going with the full gaming bay buyout (submit a venue rental request to go this route)

Do you need a reservation?

• Weekends: Yes (highly recommended)
• Events: Always book in advance

At The Hangar, peak times fill up fast.

Food & Drink Packages

If you’re renting a single video dart bay experience we’ve got a full kitchen and bar to order from. If you’re doing a buyout of our gaming bay (what most corporate groups do) then you’d need to fill out a venue rental request and we have packages you can order from

• Per-person food packages starting at $20 for all you can eat
• Drink packages (beer, cocktails, open bar) starting at $10
• Full event catering

You’re not just booking darts—you’re booking the entire experience and that’s really what we specialize in.

Video Darts vs Other Group Activities

Video Darts vs Traditional Darts

Steel Tipped Video darts

• Automatic scoring
• Beginner-friendly
• Faster gameplay

Traditional

• Traditional scoring with a chalk board and chalk
• Slower, more serious

Winner for events: Video darts

Video Darts vs Arcade Games

Video darts

• Group interaction
• Shared experience

Arcade games

• Mostly solo
• Short attention span

Winner: Video darts

Video Darts vs Bowling

Video darts

• Faster turns
• No shoes or setup
• More interaction

Bowling

• Slower pace
• More waiting

Winner: Video darts (by a mile for engagement)

Video Darts vs Flight Club-Style Darts

They’re very similar.

• Same exact core technology
• Same interactive gameplay

Difference comes down to:

• Pricing (Hangar is more reasonable)
• Atmosphere (We offer a ton of other experiences so if you aren’t ONLY out to play darts you’ve got options)
• Flexibility

At The Hangar, you get the same experience with a more flexible, indy/fun-driven environment.

Where to Play Video Darts in Indianapolis

If you’re searching for:

• “video darts near me”
• “best group activity Indianapolis”
• “corporate event ideas Indianapolis”

Start with:

• The Hangar

Located near downtown, it’s built specifically for:

• Corporate events
• Watch parties
• Large group experiences

FAQs

Are video darts real darts?

Yes—real darts, real boards, just smarter scoring.

Is it hard to learn?

No. Most people learn in under 5 minutes.

Can beginners play?

Absolutely. It’s designed for first-timers.

Do serious players like it?

Yes—for practice and social play. When is the last time you saw a serious bowler demand they score their game on a pencil and paper ? It’s long overdue to have automatic scoring for darts!

Can you play competitively?

Yes—casual or highly competitive depending on your group.

Can you reserve lanes?

Yes—especially recommended for weekends and events. Click the book now button!

Why The Hangar Is the Best Place to Book Video Darts

The Hangar stands out because:

• Multiple video darts lanes
• Huge TVs + sports atmosphere
• Food & drink packages
• Space for large groups
• Easy downtown access
• Owned by a couple of brothers – Stephen and Brian Lindsay. We aren’t a private equity nationwide chain. Feel good and go w/ the local boys!

It’s not just darts—it’s a full event venue.

Book Your Video Darts Experience

If you’re planning:

• Corporate outing
• Birthday party
• Bachelor/bachelorette party
• Team event

Book early—prime times go fast.

You can rotate 2-6 people through structured matches without losing energy. We have 2 bays at The Hangar along with our 3 gaming sims and plenty of other games :) Some additional questions WITH answers are below:

What are video darts?
Real, steel darts that use cameras and sensors to automatically score. We have a big video screen that shows you how everything has been scored. Finally, automatically scored darts that use real, steel tipped darts!

How do video darts work?
Just like regular darts – using real steel tipped darts

What is the difference between video darts and traditional darts?
Traditional darts and steel tipped video darts at the Hangar both use the same, real steel darts so lets start there. Our video darts use camera sensors and multiple video displays to make it fun and easy. You do no work – focus on enjoying the company of your friends while the computer and sensors do the heavy lifting. Traditional darts you’d have to use a chalk board and waste mental space tracking each and every shot, likely for games most people have to try and remember the rules to. Traditional darts can be a drag for the common man, so video darts are a major upgrade! And the video interface allows you to have fun interactions between throws.

Are video darts easier than regular darts?
As far as throwing the darts goes, it’s the same thing. The scoring part is a breeze for video darts. For traditional or regular darts you have to do it all by yourself on a chalk board. It’d be like bowling and having to keep your own score.

Why are video darts better for group events?
Video darts aren’t intimidating because there is literally zero scoring understanding needed. You just do what the video display tells you and spend the rest of your time talking with friends. There are also really fun and interactive games beyond the traditional darts games where the video displays make it more fun. Think like golf games on a simulator vs. actual golf. For someone who doesn’t golf much or ever the simulators can be a lot of fun when you gameify the experience.

Are video darts good for team building?
They are amazing! Some of the knockout games are hilarious to play against each other. Our video boards allow you to add pictures of yourselves or use emojis so that also makes it more fun. There’s also a video capture for the final shot so you can replay everyone’s facial expressions and moves when they winner is decided.

How many people can play video darts at once?
6 people at once is the maximum, but we have 2 steel tipped video dart bays at The Hangar so you can rent both and have up to 12 people playing darts at once

How long does a typical video darts game take?
You can play a game in as little as 10 minutes, but it really depends how many people you have and how good/bad your throws are. You get the board 1 hour at a time so there is plenty of time to get in many different games. And there are tons to choose from

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Why do one of these “team building" events? To thank the team? To incentivize the team? To make work fun? To get to know each other? Because we are supposed to? It’s good optics and makes others think we care? It gives us something to post about?

If its to check a box – your team will smell that turd (click it I dare you) a mile away and I promise you it will have the opposite effect. I’ll never forget when I worked at a company whose end of the year team building was an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet for 45 minutes, flanked by a few speeches that were intended to make us feel like we were a “family" and appreciated. Maybe we did bond a bit as we went through the tragic event together, who knows?

You are probably here because you realize the power of effective teams, and the people that comprise them. It’s no secret, teams that work well together do better. Why do they work well together? Because they want to – by developing personal emotional connections with teammates, it naturally causes a team member to want to help, to find solutions, vs. reasons why something cant be done. So, how do we break that shell and truly get to know each other? Enter – (real) team building.

For the money guy out there – we (actually, MIT. Yes that MIT) break it down to ROI. Companies with high employee experience had 25% higher profit margin than competitors. The thing is, you KNOW this to be true- think about people you work well with…how much more productive can you be?!

Got it. Employee Experience = important.

How do we improve employee experience? Well, we spend a shit ton of time at work, with co-workers…it would be nice if we enjoyed their company right? Gallups Q12 survey reiterates the importance of having friends at work. So lets break down barriers and get to know each other!

You must be drinkin’ our Kool-Aid if you’re still with us. Youre in on the value team building provides. Now what makes a good team building event that produces results? Here is our cheat sheet of ingredients, starting with the most important ingredients:

1. Something to DO: If you plan an outing solely centered around food and drink, your team will find every excuse under the sun to avoid the INEVITABLE small talk, awkwardly trying to fill the air with words until its allowable to sneak out. Give your team a variety of activities- the more unique the better. This facilitates engagement and gets people out of their shell. Less shell = more personal connection = building blocks of a team (people). See above.
2. Something Unique: Bowling (that’s an example of NOT unique BTW)- we’ve probably all done it for an outing because it’s easy, not because it’s good at building the team. Is it memorable? Nah. Good for checking the box though, if you want the aforementioned turd smell wafting down your hallways! The more unique, the easier it is to get people excited/engaged. THATS where the barriers get broken down, we see co-workers as humans and the real magic happens.
3. Clear Objectives: Are you aiming to improve communication, enhance problem-solving skills, or leadership ability in a couple of hours? Forget all this crap to be honest- nobody is going to improve their problem-solving skills by trying to untangle themselves from a human knot. The goal can be simple – develop personal connections and have fun. Ahhhh, doesn’t that feel better? Pressure is off.
4. Inclusivity: Every team member should feel included and valued during the outing. Activities should cater to a diverse range of skills, interests, and physical abilities. No one should feel sidelined or uncomfortable. Making everyone participate in a single activity just because that’s what “most" employees enjoy misses an opportunity to truly engage every team member.
5. A Safe Environment: We’re not talking physical safety- that’s a prereq. Psychological safety is just as important. Team members should feel free to express their ideas, ask questions, and encouraged to make mistakes without fear of retribution. This fosters open communication and genuine collaboration.
6. Professional Facilitation: If you “Wing it", it may show. If it doesn’t, great! But you must ask yourself, how much better it COULD have been with some proper facilitation! The things you are great at, were you great at them the first time, or 10th, or 100th? How much better are you the 1000’th time? There’s value in off-loading to the pro that’s honed it.
7. Balance: Keep the focus on the team. The goal is team building, but that will come naturally if you provide unique experiences. Get pushy with it and out’ll come the “I’ve gotta pick my kids up from practice" excuses flying in from left field. We prefer the “Please take us for another lap!" type comment at the end of our events.
8. Feedback Loop: Learn from your people during and after the event. Find out what they want more of AND less of, tying the objective back toward developing connections.
9. Lists don’t HAVE to have 10 things. Its OK, guys. But for those who need that, lets go with 9) food and 10) drink. Please make sure food and drink are readily available for the squad. As it goes “An army marches on its stomach".

Long list, right? There CAN be a lot that goes into an event, or not. It takes a lot of work to make an event go well, and your crew at The Hangar has been dialing in team-building events for over a decade here in Downtown Indy. Hit us up (ahem “Please feel free to inquire today" for Senor Executive Stuffy) and let us go to bat for you. This is what we love and it shows in our product. I promise we will hit it out of the park for your crew like we do for ours.

Thanks for Hangin’

Steve

PS. Here’s a good excuse generator you won’t need for events planned with us:

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