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Vernon Today
By the People, for the People
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center to Move to Mt. Vernon
The popular family attraction is relocating from Marion to a new location this fall.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center, a popular attraction in Marion, Illinois, has announced that it will be moving to Mt. Vernon. The business made the announcement on social media, expressing excitement for this new chapter and stating they hope to have the new location up and running as soon as possible, aiming to open this fall.
Why it matters
The move marks a significant transition for Pirate Pete's, which has been a fixture in the Marion community since opening at the former Illinois Star Centre Mall in 2009. The relocation to Mt. Vernon presents new opportunities for the business to reach a wider audience and potentially grow its operations.
The details
Pirate Pete's management cited the expiration of their lease at the Marion location and the inability to renew as the primary reasons for the move. The business will close its current Marion site at the end of next month before transitioning to the new Mt. Vernon location.
- Pirate Pete's opened at the former Illinois Star Centre Mall in Marion on September 1, 2009.
- In January 2026, Pirate Pete's announced that their lease was coming up and they did not have the option to renew.
- Pirate Pete's will close its current Marion location at the end of March 2026.
- Pirate Pete's aims to have the new Mt. Vernon location up and running as soon as possible, with a target opening in the fall of 2026.
The players
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center
A popular family entertainment center that has been operating in Marion, Illinois since 2009.
What they’re saying
“We are excited for this new adventure and will be getting the new location up and going as soon as possible. We hope to be open this fall.”
— Pirate Pete's Management (webqradio.com)
What’s next
Pirate Pete's will be working to transition its operations from the Marion location to the new Mt. Vernon site over the coming months, with the goal of opening the new facility in the fall of 2026.
The takeaway
The relocation of Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center from Marion to Mt. Vernon represents a significant change for the popular attraction, as it seeks new opportunities for growth and expansion in a different community. The move highlights the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry and the need for businesses to adapt to changing market conditions.
