Level99 Disney Springs Is Now Hiring: Everything to Know About the Summer 2026 Opening

Level99 is coming to Disney Springs, and the hiring is officially underway. The interactive gaming venue is looking to fill 150 positions ahead of its summer 2026 debut — and the details coming out of that hiring push reveal just how big this place is going to be.

Here is everything we know about Level99 at Disney Springs — from the games to the food to what makes this location unlike anything else in the chain.

Quick Summary

• Level99 Disney Springs is hiring 150 staff ahead of a summer 2026 opening
• Located in the former NBA Experience building on Disney Springs West Side
• Over 45,000 square feet — the largest Level99 location anywhere
• 63 mini-games, more than any other Level99 venue currently operating
• Food menu includes Detroit-style pizza, wagyu burgers, and handcrafted cocktails
• More than 40 original art installations throughout the space
• Apply at level99.com/careers

What Is Level99?

If you have not heard of Level99, here is the short version: it is a social gaming venue built around 60-plus life-sized mini-games. Think dodging axes, cracking puzzles, and outsmarting physical challenges — all designed for adults and teens who want something more interactive than a theme park ride and more social than a regular bar.

The concept already has locations in Natick, Massachusetts; Providence, Rhode Island; and Tysons, Virginia. But the Disney Springs outpost is going to be the biggest one yet — by a significant margin.

The Disney Springs Location: What Makes It Different

The Disney Springs Level99 will open in the former NBA Experience building on West Side, right near the Cirque du Soleil Drawn to Life theater. The space clocks in at over 45,000 square feet, making it the largest Level99 venue in existence when it opens.

Here is what that size means in practice:

• 63 mini-games — more than any other Level99 location currently operating
• 40-plus original art installations — the largest art collection across all Level99 venues
• A two-story bar ringed by neon light, visible from throughout the entire space

Who Is Running Level99 Disney Springs?

Level99 is led by Matt DuPlessie, a veteran entertainment innovator who has been building out the concept since its launch. The company is backed by Act III Holdings, the investment vehicle of Ron Shaich — the founder of Panera Bread and current Chair of CAVA.

That combination of hospitality and entertainment experience gives Level99 the operational credibility to make a Disney Springs location work at real scale.

Level99 Is Hiring 150 Staff — Here Is What They Need

Level99 Disney Springs is actively recruiting for 150 opening team positions across two areas:

• Entertainment — game hosts, floor staff, and experience facilitators
• Food and beverage — kitchen, bar, and service staff

The company is offering competitive wages. If you want to work at one of the most anticipated new venues coming to Disney Springs, head to level99.com/careers to apply.

The Food and Beverage Program

Level99 is not just a gaming venue — the food and beverage program is a major part of the experience. The Disney Springs menu will include Detroit-style pizza, wagyu burgers, handcrafted cocktails, and rotating beers on tap. All ingredients are made from scratch daily.

That is a higher standard than most entertainment venues bother to set, and it positions Level99 as a genuine dining destination alongside the gaming experience.

The two-story bar at the center of the space is the anchor — ringed by neon light and visible from essentially everywhere inside the venue, so you are never far from a drink while navigating the game floors.

When Does Level99 Disney Springs Open?

A specific opening date has not yet been announced. The official timeline is “summer 2026” — and with 150 hires currently being recruited, a formal date announcement should not be far off.

The venue occupies the former NBA Experience building, which closed back in 2021. That building sat empty for years, so seeing it come back to life as something this ambitious is a genuinely exciting development for Disney Springs West Side.

Why Level99 Disney Springs Is Worth Watching

This is not just another restaurant or retail addition to Disney Springs. Level99 is a full entertainment venue — 63 games, 40-plus art installations, a two-story bar, and a from-scratch food program packed into 45,000 square feet.

For guests who want something to do at Disney Springs beyond shopping and dining, Level99 fills a gap that has been there since the NBA Experience closed. It is aimed at adults and teens, it is a ticketed venue, and it is designed to keep you inside for hours.

If you are planning a Disney World trip for summer 2026, keep an eye on the Level99 announcement. The moment they drop an opening date and ticket details, this one is going to generate serious buzz.

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