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The FOB: Fun Operating Base
Tactical fun specialists! Nerf War and Gellyball arena set up by mother (Veteran) and son (Boy Scout) duo. Servicing Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
Specialize in public events, private parties, group events, team building exercises, and all out fun.
It's ! Of course I had to highlight the best boys in the Nerf business. I'm so grateful to be blessed with such amazing sons to build the FOB legacy for. S/O to all the parents that book us for their special boy birthdays.
02/28/2026
Damienβs school Diversity Club hosted an amazing event celebrating Black History Month. Great vendors, food, music, and of course we brought the FUN!
02/28/2026
π§ββοΈ MISSION REPORT: The Case of the Missing Incisor π¦·
Happy ! Most people wait for a pillow and a bedtime story, but at a Fun Operating Base event, we do things a little differently.
Last week, we hit the ground running at Northwest Elementary for an epic Father vs. Son Nerf War. The foam was flying, the adrenaline was high, and the tactics were... questionable. π―
In the heat of the battle, a young soldier marches up to me with the confidence of a five-star general and proudly announces: βI lost my front tooth!β
Naturally, I went into "Medic Mode":
"Are you okay?!"
"How did it happen? Was it a stray dart?"
"Does your Dad know?!"
The kid just shrugs, cooler than a cucumber, and says: βIβm fine. I was just running and noticed it was gone.β π
He breezes past his Dad to give him the update. Dad asks the logical question: "Wait, where is the tooth?!"
The boy, already halfway back to the front lines, yells over his shoulder: βI DON'T KNOW!β and dives back into the fray. Dad just shrugs, reloads his blaster, and gets back to the mission.
The Verdict: When the Nerf War is this intense, not even the Tooth Fairy can slow us down! π§ββοΈβ¨
This Father&Son Nerf War was a blast π₯ Thank you Northwest Elementary for having us!
02/22/2026
ποΈ F.O.B. Black History Month Spotlight: The "Hidden Figure" of GPS Gladys West
The Story: Long before we had Google Maps or GPS on our phones to find a party location, Gladys West was doing the heavy lifting. She was a mathematician who programmed the complex calculations that led to the invention of GPS (Global Positioning System).
F.O.B. Connection: We rely on Gladys Westβs invention every single day to navigate our mobile "Fun Operating Base" directly to you! Without her math, weβd be lost without a map.
02/15/2026
ποΈ F.O.B. Black History Month Spotlight: he Co-Inventor of the Personal Computer (PC) Mark Dean
The Story: Mark Dean is a computer scientist who holds 3 of IBM's original 9 patents for the personal computer. He helped invent the color PC monitor and the technology that allows things like your mouse, keyboard, and printer to "talk" to your computer.
F.O.B. Connection: Mark Dean made technology accessible and "colorful" for everyone. At F.O.B., we use that same spirit of high-tech innovation to bring the most advanced mobile gaming gear right to your doorstep.
We are currently looking for a space to host our 5th year anniversary
02/08/2026
ποΈ F.O.B. Black History Month Spotlight: The "Father of the Video Game Cartridge" Jerry Lawson
The Story: Before Jerry Lawson, if you bought a video game console, you were stuck with whatever games were built into the machine. Jerry changed the game (literally!) by leading the team that invented the interchangeable game cartridge. This allowed kids to build a "library" of games for the first time.
F.O.B. Connection: Just like Jerry made it possible to switch from one adventure to another on a console, F.O.B. lets you switch from "Capture the Flag" to "Team Deathmatch" on the battlefield!
02/07/2026
π¬ Happy National Periodic Table Day, Commanders! π§ͺ
Today, we're celebrating the building blocks of matter... and the building blocks of an epic good time! Just like scientists rely on the Periodic Table to understand the elements, at F.O.B. Fun Operating Base, we've perfected the ELEMENTS OF FUN to create unforgettable mobile Gel Blaster & Nerf parties!
What are our key elements?
Fu (Fun!): Our primary element, always in abundance!
Ac (Action!): Non-stop, high-energy battles.
La (Laughter!): The essential byproduct of every F.O.B. mission.
Fr (Friends!): The catalyst for all our best reactions.
Me (Memories!): The lasting compound created at every event.
We've mastered the formula for fun, bringing the perfect "reaction" right to your backyard or event space!
Which F.O.B. element is your favorite? Let us know below! π
02/05/2026
Happy National Weather Person's Day! βοΈπ§οΈβοΈ
Today, we're giving a HUGE shout-out to all the amazing weather forecasters out there! At F.O.B. Fun Operating Base, you could say we're a little obsessed with the weather. π
You see, for us, clear skies and perfect conditions mean another successful mission for your squad! Whether it's dodging raindrops or soaking up the sun, our mobile Gel Blaster & Nerf battles thrive when we know what Mother Nature has in store.
So, to every meteorologist, atmospheric scientist, and local weather person: THANK YOU for helping us plan epic outdoor adventures, rain or shine (but mostly shine, please! π).
What's your go-to weather app or forecaster? Let us know below! π
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Chicago, IL
Opening Hours
| Monday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Thursday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Friday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Sunday | 12pm - 6pm |