Entertainment Center Eyes December Opening In Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The long-vacant space at Seminary Plaza shopping center in Alexandria is set to become Doyle’s Outpost, an entertainment and social venue. The owner said in a press release Doyle's Outpost is planning for a mid-December opening.

The 16,000-square-foot Doyle’s Outpost will feature a laser tag arena, virtual reality experiences, arcade, full-service dining and a sports bar. Late-night food options will be available as well, and guests can customize menus for corporate events, parties and other occasions.

Kevin Fagan, former owner of the Planet Fitness in the same shopping center, has been working on opening Doyle's Outpost since 2017. He wanted to bring an entertainment center to the former AMF Seminary Lanes bowling alley space, which closed and has been vacant since 2005.

"High tech entertainment centers are great draws where groups of friends can experience a more social atmosphere," Fagan said in a statement. "We are creating a space that is especially interesting and accessible to our active millennials. I am very excited for the opportunity to bring Doyle’s Outpost to Alexandria."

Hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays.

Follow updates on renovations and the upcoming opening on the Doyle's Outpost Facebook page. Find job opportunities at www.doylesoutpost.com.