Upcoming Gel Blaster Events: 2025

Gel Ball is a recreational activity that offers several benefits. The game involves running, hiding, and other physical movements, which all contribute to agility, coordination, and endurance. You will also see an improvement to your hand-eye coordination, as you aim and fire gel blasters at your opponents. Beyond the physical benefits, gel ball is also great for your mental well-being. 

The game is a huge stress reliever and is very similar to other team sports. Players have to remain focused, strategise their moves with teammates, and make split-second decisions, which help to sharpen mental focus.

The sport also offers potential for skill development. As you play, you will become better at problem-solving, and you will also be able to adapt better to changing situations. Leadership qualities can be developed when taking charge of a team, and it’s a great outlet for friendly competition. With several diverse game formats, including capture the flag, team battles, and more, there’s never been a better time for you to get stuck in and involved with gel ball. Whether you’re an experienced player or someone looking to give it a shot for the first time, here you’ll find several upcoming events across Australia.

Source: Pexels

The Prominence of Gel Ball in Australia

Australia is well-known for gel ball, purely because of its strong and growing community. Several venues offer a specialised space suited to the sport, not to mention that there are also several equipment manufacturers based in the country. Gel ball is often compared to paintball, but with a softer impact, making it a more appealing sport for players of every age. While the sport has gained a lot of traction across the country, Queensland in particular, along with New South Wales stands out as being the most favourable destination to hone your skills, while meeting like-minded individuals.

A Strong and Passionate Community

Australia has a dedicated gel ball community, with events, clubs, and competitions held to bring people together. The culture of outdoor activities and adventures lines up very well with gel ball. Several well-established venues help to offer safe yet exciting gameplay. With realistic battle settings, obstacles, and structures, casual players and competitive gel ball enthusiasts can elevate their experience without having to travel.

Safety Standards from Australian Authorities

Australian authorities have developed several regulations to ensure gel balls are safe for every age, with low-risk injuries. This has helped to contribute to a huge number of gel blasters and accessories being available, fuelling the growth of the sport while providing a viable opportunity for small businesses and sports outlets.

Upcoming Gel Ball Events in Australia in 2025

There are a number of gelball experiences and events coming up this year. Some of the top ones can be found below.

Xperiences Gelball 

Xperiences Gelball is based behind the convention centre, in the Novotel Twin Waters Resort. They offer a variety of outdoor activities, including gel ball sessions. They also have a shooting school, which is run by British and Australian veterans. Suitable for ages 12 and above, you’ll be given lessons on Australian military weapons, as well as being given a personal weapon for the day. You’ll practice shooting targets, and have access to a John Wick style range in the bush. If you want to learn skills that will go on to benefit your gel blasting activities, then this is a great trip for the whole family. The normal gel ball activities are suited to those aged 10 or above, with events held every Saturday from 1:00 pm until 5:30 pm. Night sessions are also available, and held every Friday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

The pricing structure is as follows:

- $25 for unlimited access to the range
- $68 for hire equipment, including range entry and ammo
- $10 for additional ammo
- $5 for safety glasses

Nuketown Gelball

Nuketown Gelball is another option for fans of the sport. It’s a skirmish field located at the Beenleigh Historical Village in Queensland. The venue offers an urban experience with 40 buildings, providing an immersive experience overall. It runs from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm and on the last Saturday of the month, you have the option to participate in an event known as Bring on the Dark. This runs from 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Nuketown Gel Ball is located on 205 Main Street in Beenleigh, Queensland and you can pick up an adult day pass for $40. If you are 16 and under and want an all-day pass, you'll be paying $35. 

GelSoft Australia

GelSoft Australia is a premier provider of gel ball activities. They provide a safe environment for those who are looking to practice the sport whether you are an enthusiast or whether you are just a beginner. They have an indoor field, as well as numerous amenities, which helps to make it the ideal destination for families, and those who are looking to attend events. You can attend events there from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm, Wednesday to Sunday. They're based on Link Drive in Yatala, with the option to bring your equipment. 

If you’re an experienced player, they also have the 3 V 3 Speedbrawl event, which is TBA for 2025. This is $100 per person, but ideal for competitive, experienced players.

FunShotFun

If you want an exhilarating experience then FunShotFun has a full arena available, with multiple game modes and an immersive environment. You can also take advantage of high-end equipment. Walk-ins can visit on Fridays between the hours of 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm. From 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm there are League Nights. If you want to visit on a Saturday, they’re open from 10:00 am until 8:00 pm for walk-ins, and Sunday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. 

Private sessions can be booked at $62 per person, with blasters, gels, and eyewear provided. You’ll get 90 minutes of playing time, suited to experienced players and those new to the game. If you want to visit, you can find the building on High Range Dr, Thuringowa.