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Can you play Archery Tag and paintball in winter?

Published on 4 June 2026 by the Tag Brussels team

Short answer: yes, our venue is open 7 days a week, all year round, winter included. Full answer: winter is probably the most underrated season to play in the forest, and here is why, with our tips to make the most of it.

Why winter is an underrated season

• You will have the field (almost) to yourselves: winter slots are the quietest of the year: easy booking, even last minute, weekends included.
• The cardio warms you up fast: between sprints, dodges and assaults, nobody is cold while playing.
• The winter forest is a film set: mist between the trees, frosted branches, and clearer sightlines once the leaves have fallen: games get more tactical and the photos are stunning.
• The scenarios change: with less foliage, long shooting lanes open up: snipers rejoice, and zone assaults become a real challenge.

How to dress for winter play?

1. A thermal base layer (top and bottom): it wicks away the sweat from the sprints.
2. A thin warm layer (light fleece): skip the big puffer jacket, you will be running.
3. Our overalls on top: provided, windproof and mud-proof.

On your feet: walking shoes or trainers with grip: the forest floor can be slick in winter. Thin running-style gloves are a real plus, and a thin beanie fits under the mask.

What if it rains or snows on the day?

We play: the forest blocks a good part of the rain, the overalls do the rest, and a game in the snow remains a memory groups ask us for every year. The only exception: dangerous conditions (storm, black ice): in that case we move your session free of charge.

Archery Tag or paintball in winter?

Both play beautifully: Archery Tag has a slight edge in freezing weather (arrows are picked up and reused without interruption), while winter paintball delights fans of the commando atmosphere. The full comparison is here.

The idea to remember: winter birthdays and team buildings

A birthday in January? A team building in February? That is exactly the season when the usual activities go round in circles (bowling, cinema, laser tag…). Two hours in the forest followed by snack time or a barbecue under shelter make a guaranteed impression, and our winter slots are the most flexible of the year.

Frequently asked questions about winter play