Hours & Directions

Alabama Paintball 280 operates a full outdoor paintball facility in Chelsea, AL (13211 US-280) serving all of central Alabama and beyond. The park accommodates walk-in players during open play hours and books private groups every single day of the year, dawn to dusk.

Open Play Hours: - Friday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm - Saturday: 9:00am - 9:00pm - Sunday: 10:00am - 9:00pm - Walk-ons welcome (reservations recommended)

Private Groups: - Available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day - 48-hour advance notice recommended - Call (205) 837-4177 to book - Arrive no later than 2 hours before close to guarantee play time

The Chelsea location sits right off Highway 280, roughly 30 minutes from Birmingham, Hoover, Vestavia, Mountain Brook, and Helena. Players regularly travel from Montgomery, Auburn, Tuscaloosa, and across the Southeast to visit.

All games are played on outdoor fields with professional staff supervision included. The park exclusively uses water-based, non-staining paintballs manufactured to their specifications—no outside ammo allowed. This means players wear normal weather-appropriate clothing without worry about permanent marks.

What You Get: - Paintball marker/gun setup - Full face mask protection - Optional chest protector - Unlimited air tank refills - Paintballs (quantity varies by package)

• •BASIC PACKAGE - $34.99/player (minimum $349.99)
• •Up to 2 hours of play
• •~250 paintballs per player (2-4 games, 60-90 minutes of play)
• •All rental equipment
• •Private safety host included
• •Access to covered outdoor party space
• •Available 7 days a week for groups of 4+

• •ELITE PACKAGE - $46.99/player (minimum $469.99)
• •Up to 2 hours of play
• •~500 paintballs per player (4-6 games, ~2 hours of play)
• •All rental equipment
• •Private safety host included
• •Outdoor party space with covered picnic tables
• •Available 7 days a week

For groups over 30 players, call (205) 837-4177 for special pricing.

Gellyball is a low-impact alternative using soft, water-filled balls. It's designed specifically for younger guests who want the paintball experience in a more manageable format.

• •GELLYBALL PARTY EXPERIENCE - $279.99 (up to 10 players)
• •1 hour of play time
• •15-minute orientation
• •45 minutes of outdoor party space
• •Dedicated safety host
• •Up to 30,000 gellyball rounds
• •Extra players: $27.99 each

Gel Striker Blasters Available for Purchase: - Rapid Blaster Delta (multiple colors) - Retail price: $59.95 each - Colors: Snow, Slime, Energy, Fire, Amp, Hurricane

The park specializes in hosting: - Birthday parties - Bachelor/bachelorette parties - Corporate team building - Church groups - School events - Sports team celebrations - Youth groups

Paintball games last 3-10 minutes depending on format and player count. Once you're hit and see the splat, raise your hand and exit. Key strategy: keep moving, stay alert, and never focus too long on one target. Most importantly, be honest about hits.

Who Can Play: - Paintball ages 6+ - Gellyball ages 4+ - No experience required - All body types and fitness levels can compete fairly

Alabama Paintball 280 operates an on-site merch shop featuring branded apparel: - T-shirts ($29.99) - Hoodies ($44.99) - Hats - Alabama-branded gear

Membership Options Available: - Blast Pass: Valid through end of July after purchase - Play anytime during open play hours - Pay only for paintballs and air ($500 minimum per visit) - Gift cards available

How to Reserve: 1. Book online with secure checkout 2. Select date from calendar (green = available) 3. Choose time slot (blue = available hours) 4. Enter number of players 5. Gear is immediately reserved in the system

Important Terms: - Equipment is first-come, first-served - 48-hour advance notice required (some packages need 3 days) - Deposit is non-refundable if you don't show - Need to reschedule? Contact 48 hours prior - Private groups require dedicated host scheduling - No confetti or silly string allowed at parties - Guests can bring own food/drinks

Contact: - Phone: (205) 380-2599 or (205) 837-4177 - Email: [email protected] - Text for fastest response

Statistically safer than golf. Water-based, non-staining paintballs mean no laundry headaches. Professional staff trained in current industry safety standards supervise every game. The facility provides everything—just show up ready to play. Whether it's a casual Saturday with friends or a 100-person corporate event, the experienced team handles setup, cleanup, and game management so you can focus on fun.

Open year-round. No experience necessary. Just bring the guests.