MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition in Charlotte, Extended, Again, by Popular Demand Through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Blumenthal Arts and The Path Entertainment Group — as part of their existing licensing agreement with leading games, IP and toy company, Hasbro — today announced that a new block of tickets to Blume Studio’s popular MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition are on sale now. Guests will now have the opportunity to step into a life-sized version of the world’s most popular family board game through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. More than 20,000 guests have already visited Charlotte’s Blume Studios (904 Post St.), to roll the oversized dice and solve escape room-style puzzles since MONOPOLY LIFESIZED debuted in Charlotte last May. A permanent location in London also continues to welcome visitors.

Blumenthal Arts also announced plans to create immersive Halloween and holiday-themed installations at Blume Studios. “We’re working with local artists to design fun and creative elements like sculpturalplants, topiaries and updated photo backgrounds,” said Tom Gabbard, President of Blumenthal Arts. “MONOPOLY LIFESIZED is still our main attraction, but we’re also decorating the building’s exterior and lobby with family-friendly Halloween and Christmas displays. These will include interactive installations, seasonal lighting, projections and sound effects. We’re also planning several one-day events in the lobby to make Blume Studios a year-round destination.”

MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition was met with praise and accolades from local media in Charlotte upon its opening. WCCB called it “larger than life,” while WCNC encouraged guests to “climb inside the game” and declared, “you’re going to have a blast.” QCity Metro shared, “I felt childhood excitement at how grand it was,” calling it “perfect for a date night, family outing or friend event” and “a fun and immersive activity for all ages,” while Queen City News summed it up simply: “It’s a childhood game come to life!”

Visitors step into the high-stakes world of MONOPOLY in this unique experience where the classic game meets escape room-style challenges to buy property and secure victory. MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition puts players in a life-sized version of the iconic game, navigating the familiar properties like Park Place, Free Parking, Water Works and more. Players are tasked with solving clever puzzles, collecting properties and outsmarting their opponents before time runs out. Each team will use strategic thinking to unlock hidden clues, crack codes and avoid the dreaded "Go to Jail" trap. Friends, families and corporate groups will all love this fast-paced, fun immersion into the world of MONOPOLY.

The fun doesn’t stop after the completion of the game. The Blume Studios lobby is a paradise for game players, replete with ping pong, air hockey and a wide selection of board games, all available to visitors to play for free. Players can also stop by the Top Hat Lounge, a bar within the venue where they can enjoy delicious snacks, refreshing drinks (including specialty cocktails with a signature Charlotte MONOPOLY twist) and more.

This large-scale interactive experience is now playing at Blume Studios, a dynamic 32,000-square-foot venue in Charlotte’s Iron District, on the borders of South End and Uptown. Once a pipe foundry for 120 years, the space has been reimagined by Blumenthal Arts into a vibrant creative hub. Blume Studios hosts immersive international experiences, multimedia events, locally produced shows and more. Beyond its ever-evolving immersive entertainment lineup, Blume Studios serves as an artistic playground, featuring captivating art installations, interactive exhibits, atmospheric soundscapes and a bar. Previous immersive entertainment programming at Blume Studios includes Space Explorers: The Infinite and Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience.

“Our partnership with Blumenthal Arts as the newest location for MONOPOLY LIFESIZED is one we’re proud to have forged,” stated David Hutchinson, CEO of The Path Entertainment Group. “Since launching in London in 2021, MONOPOLY LIFESIZED has thrilled nearly half a million guests in the UK and Denver, and we’re delighted to see the same enthusiasm in Charlotte. Due to overwhelming demand, we’re thrilled to extend the Charlotte run of MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition, giving even more guests thechance to experience this larger-than-life adventure. The Path Entertainment Group is committed to expanding our global footprint, and working with the exceptional team at Blumenthal Arts has made Charlotte a cornerstone of our U.S. expansion.”

“Bringing MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition to Charlotte has been incredibly rewarding, and we’re

excited to extend the stay. We’ve brought our beloved board game to life on a grand scale, combining immersion and play in an experience like no other,” said Matt Proulx, Senior Vice President of Global Experiences, Partnerships and Music at Hasbro. “As the U.S. tour continues, everyone is invited to celebrate the timeless fun and strategic gameplay that is MONOPOLY. All Is Fair in the world’s favorite family game, so get ready for some playful mischief taken to a whole new level!”

Tickets for MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition start at $42.89 and are on sale now at blumenthalarts.org/monopoly. Discounts are available for purchases of four tickets or more, with additional perks for groups of 12 or more.

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ABOUT THE PATH ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

The Path Entertainment Group dedicates itself to producing exceptional live entertainment through their two divisions, Gamepath and Showpath: Gamepath specialises in themed competitive socialising attractions, and Showpath focuses on live stage productions. Together working towards the vision to create innovative translations of much-loved titles for audiences to engage with in ways they never have before, with each project developed to be creative, compelling, and unique, evoking joy, and creating long-lasting memories.

Through strong relationships with major IP holders such as Hasbro, Lionsgate, and The Copyrights Group, The Path Entertainment Group have been able to produce first-class content which is branded with elements of well-loved IP including MONOPOLY, SAW, Paddington Bear, and CLUE.

ABOUT MONOPOLY

2025 marks 90 years of MONOPOLY in the market, and Hasbro is celebrating its iconic legacy all year long. As the world’s favorite family game brand, with over one billion players in 114 countries, MONOPOLY is more than just a game – it’s a global phenomenon. Known for its timeless fun, strategy, and friendly competition, MONOPOLY invites consumers across generations to step into a world where opulence and villainy collide, and all is fair in the race for riches. With a growing list of 300+ culturally relevant editions and new ways to play – from in-person experiences to digital platforms, casino games and more – there’s truly a MONOPOLY for everyone.

ABOUT HASBRO

Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With over 164 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches over 500 million kids, families and fans around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more.

Through its franchise-first approach, Hasbro unlocks value from both new and legacy IP, including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, MONOPOLY, HASBRO GAMES, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands. Powered by its portfolio of thousands of iconic marks and a diversified network of partners and subsidiary studios, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.

For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, a 2025 JUST Capital Industry Leader, one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50, and a Brand that Matters by Fast Company. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn.

ABOUT BLUMENTHAL ARTS

Blumenthal Arts serves the Carolinas as a leading cultural, entertainment and education not-for-profit. For more information, call (704) 372-1000 or visit BlumenthalArts.org. Blumenthal Arts receives support from the Infusion Fund and the City of Charlotte Arts Fund. Generous support is also provided by PNC Bank, sponsor of the PNC Broadway Lights series, and Equitable, sponsor of the Equitable Bravo Series.

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ABOUT BLUME STUDIOS

Blume Studios is where art, technology and community converge. This creative hub from Blumenthal Arts hosts everything from major immersive experiences from around the world to locally created multimedia events and shows. The studio environment provides the expansive, flexible spaces needed to support both current and new forms of entertainment that haven’t yet been dreamed of. Located in the Charlotte’s Iron District, Blume Studios continues the legacy of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, which for over 100 years on this site was home to talented and hardworking craftsmen. A new generation of creative workers will make Blume Studios a nationally acclaimed destination where every show is different and every visit unique. For more information, visit blumenthalarts.org.