New Immersive Experiences Arrive in Tysons

From escape rooms to game show competitions, Tysons is offering a variety of rainy day activities for all ages.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:55pm

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A highly stylized, pop art-inspired illustration featuring a repeating pattern of Hershey's Kiss candies in bright, neon-like colors, conceptually representing the immersive, candy-themed activities at the new Hershey's Chocolate World in Tysons.The new Hershey's Chocolate World experience in Tysons brings a whimsical, multi-sensory celebration of iconic candies to the area.Tysons Today

Tysons, Virginia is introducing a range of new immersive experiences that challenge visitors' problem-solving, physical, and mental skills. These include an interactive candy-themed workshop, live-hosted game show competitions, Hollywood-themed escape rooms, and an adult-focused physical and mental challenge course. The additions are part of an effort to bring more engaging indoor activities to the Tysons Corner Center mall.

Why it matters

As the Tysons area continues to evolve, developers are investing in novel interactive experiences to draw visitors and provide entertainment options, especially during inclement weather. These new attractions cater to a variety of ages and interests, from family-friendly candy-making to adult-oriented physical challenges, showcasing Tysons' shift towards becoming a destination for immersive and experiential activities.

The details

The new Hershey's Chocolate World experience at Tysons Corner Center allows visitors to participate in whimsical, multi-sensory activities themed around iconic candies like Hershey's Kisses and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Guests can also make their own milk chocolate bars. Meanwhile, LEVEL99 offers live-hosted game show experiences where groups can compete in classic or primetime-style game formats. The Escape Game, a national chain, has opened its first Virginia location in Tysons, featuring six Hollywood-themed escape rooms. And the sprawling adult playground 'Sandbox VR' challenges visitors with over 50 physical and mental tasks in a succession of themed challenge rooms.

  • The Hershey's Chocolate World experience opened in preview mode in April 2026 and will have its official grand opening on April 24, 2026.
  • LEVEL99, the interactive game show venue, opened on March 27, 2026.
  • The Escape Game opened its first Virginia location in Tysons in February 2026.
  • Sandbox VR, the adult physical and mental challenge course, opened in Tysons Corner Center in the fall of 2025.

The players

Hershey's Chocolate World

A family-friendly immersive experience that brings a whimsical candy-themed workshop to Tysons Corner Center, featuring activities centered around iconic Hershey's candies.

LEVEL99

An interactive venue that offers live-hosted, TV-style game show experiences for groups, featuring classic and primetime-style game formats.

The Escape Game

A national chain of immersive escape rooms that opened its first Virginia location in Tysons, offering six Hollywood-themed escape rooms.

Sandbox VR

An adult-focused physical and mental challenge course that opened in Tysons Corner Center, featuring over 50 tasks and challenges in themed rooms.

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What’s next

Later this year, the AMC Theatres at Tysons Corner Center will complete renovations that will add 4DX technology, featuring motion seating and environmental effects like wind, water, and vibration.

The takeaway

Tysons is evolving beyond a traditional shopping mall into a destination for immersive, experiential activities that cater to a range of ages and interests. These new additions showcase the area's shift towards becoming a hub for innovative, interactive entertainment options, especially during inclement weather.