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Anniversary of Throwing Axes

Celebrating Our 5 Year Anniversary at Half Axe It’s hard to believe that it’s already been five years since we first opened our doors at Half Axe. We started with a goal of offering a unique and an exciting, new experience. Over the years, we’ve seen it all – from first-time throwers to seasoned pros, […]

Give the Gift of Axe Throwing

Axe throwing is quickly becoming a popular activity for people of all ages, and it’s the perfect family activity. One of the best things about axe throwing is that it’s accessible to people of all skill levels! Not only is it a fun and exciting way to spend an afternoon or evening, but it’s also […]

Half Axe: The History of Us, the Axe, & Axe Throwing

Hey there, we’re Half Axe! We opened in February of 2018 inside the Apex Entertainment center in Marlborough, MA, where we still are today. We are the first International Axe Throwing Federation (IATF) axe house in New England. After our opening, others have opened in the region – which is great news for the sport […]

Do you serve food?

Our bar has some pre-packaged items (chips, pretzels, candy, etc.), but we do not offer prepared food. We do allow outside food as well. Please be aware that there aren’t tables for serving, so we recommend individual meals. Private Events are the only events that may be catered. We do not allow any outside beverages. […]

Do you serve alcohol?

We have a bar that serves a collection of local crafts and favorites as well as staple items. We offer beers, ciders, seltzers, and a small selection of wine. We do not allow any outside drinks, whether from the Pit Stop Tavern in the building or BYOB. Guests are expected to be safe and in […]

Is the area clean?

Yes. We sanitize the arenas and spectating areas after each group. We also sanitize high traffic areas, such as the lobby and bathrooms, regularly throughout the day.

Do I have to wear a mask?

Marlborough, MA currently has a mask mandate which we are enforcing. All customers, regardless of vaccination status, must wear a face covering unless actively eating or drinking

Why is the day/time I want to book unavailable?

Sometimes when a booking is unavailable, our website may tell you, be grayed out, or you wont see the item. This can happen with any of the following circumstances: The date picked is too far out to book (Throw bookings can be booked a max of 18 days out while Tourneys are 30 days) We […]

What if I have a larger group that the booking allows?

If you have more than the maximum players count for the Throw, we recommend our Tourney option. The Tourney offers 4 targets for 90 minutes or 2 hours at a flat rate, regardless of player count. For groups larger than 24, please contact us regarding a Private Event.

Can I double book my group?

It may be necessary to split your larger group into multiple smaller Throw bookings. If you are looking to do so, please contact us to se this up. Availability may change during your booking process that would not allow you to properly book your Throw. Please book appropriately for your group size to avoid confusion, […]

Can I Throw for longer than the designated time?

We totally get it, axe throwing is FUN! While our Throw duration is the perfect amount of throwing time for most, we provide time add-ons for customers who wish to extend their time throwing with us. An extra 10 minutes is $20 while an additional 20 minutes is $30. This is charged to the group […]

How do I check my Gift Card balance?

We currently do not have a convenient way of checking your balance on gift certificates or cards. However, we can certainly assist you over the phone (508-251-2815) during our operating hours or by emailing us at info@halfaxe.com.

How do I use my Gift Card?

Above the payment section of the booking process, there is an option to Pay by: Gift Certificate. Type in the code (including the “G”) in that box and click apply, and the amount on the gift certificate will apply to the booking. Gift cards purchased prior to November 2019 do not integrate with our online […]

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