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Area 51 Paintball Events

Fourth Of July Weekend Paintball

Area 51 Paintball

Start: Fri, Jul 04 2025 04:00:00 PM

Come celebrate with us and enjoy a weekend of paintball in Mancelona, Michigan.

Fourth Of July Weekend Paintball

Alien Invasion Paintball Event 2025

Area 51 Paintball

Start: Fri, Jul 18 2025 04:00:00 PM

Area 51 Alien Invasion 2025 is a premier outdoor paintball event located near Mancelona, Michigan.

Alien Invasion Paintball Event 2025

Double Your Pleasure Doube The Swampy

Area 51 Paintball

Start: Sat, Aug 16 2025 09:00:00 AM

Area 51 Paintball Presents: Double Your Pleasure Double The Swampy.

Double Your Pleasure Doube The Swampy

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Walk On Times

This is our general admission gameplay time. You don't need to call ahead to book a time with us when there is walk-on time available.

Walk On Times

Corporate Events

Paintball is great for team building because it allows the players to work together as a cohesive unit to achieve a goal.

Corporate Events

Paintball Parties

Birthday Parties and special events are our specialties! Area 51 Paintball can help you plan a birthday or party event.

Paintball Parties

Paintball Equipment Repair

We can help troubleshoot and repair your broken paintball markers and equipment to help you.

Paintball Equipment Repair

Paintball Equipment Sales

Ready to upgrade your gear? We have a full selection of top models for you to choose from.

Paintball Equipment Sales

Are You Ready To Say It With Paintball?

Give us a call today to learn about our special events, walk-ons, or our group event packages.

Call Us Now (231) 577-6252

What Are Customers Are Saying

Amy Bolin

Amazing day at Area 51! This place is top-notch. The staff is friendly, funny, and safety conscious. The course is set up in different sections so you are playing on different fields for each game. Plenty of shade and water for each intermission. The rental equipment seems well cared for and everything was clean, streamlined and we'll organized. For the price of a movie and consessions you can play for hours on end. Our new summer favorite.

Collin Herold

I don't really know anything about paintball, I've played a few times. And I've never been here. But they fly a Valken flag, that's reason enough for 5 stars

Cindy Johnston

This is a paintball field thats motto is FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME! and they mean it. I love it there.

The Best Paintball Northwestern Lower Michigan!

Paintball isn't just a game: it's a full-blown obsession. Playing paintball is one of the most fun and exciting ways to spend time with friends and family, and it can be a great way to stay in shape. We are the best paintball center in the area and offer more than just an opportunity to play the game—we also offer fun and exciting activities for people of all ages, including kids.

Area 51 Rules of Engagement & Safety Requirements

Safety Requirements

Keep calm and play paintball. Make sure you are keeping it at a pg rating.
Barrel covers on at all times
Masks on at all times
No cracks in paintball masks allowed
285 Feet per second limit
Shoot only in designated game zones
Fingers on triggers only in active games
Avoid hazards
Keep your feet on the ground
Report any and all hazards to Area 51 staff
Use safe and inspected equipment only
No alcohol or drugs
Leave wildlife at peace
FIELD PAINT ONLY
Report any and all problems to Area 51 Paintball staff

Rules Of Engagement

Follow All Safety Requirements
All Area 51 Paintball staff decisions are final
Stay in bounds during active games
Shoot only in active game zones
Aiming is required before shooting
Eliminations only if paint breaks
Gun hits do count
Cease fire on eliminated players
If hit, leave game zone quickly
If unsure, ask for a paint check
Honesty is the best policy
Keep bunkers where they are
Shoot designated targets only
Report any and all issues to Area 51 Staff

Things To Consider

Bring coolers of non-alcoholic beverages
Bring food and necessary disposable utensils such as plates, forks, and spoons
We can help arrange Pizza Delivery for your party
Bring table clothes, decorations, tents, umbrellas, outdoor chairs, and any other creative things they can think of to enhance their paintball party guests’ experience
Request to play some private games together
Bring bug spray for those couple times of year when the mosquitoes are having a reunion at the field
We love pets but must ask that you leave yours at home