🎉 Behind the Scenes with Nicole Ross, Co‑FOUNDER of Nowhere Entertainment
We’re excited to share an inspiring story about one of our amazing owners — Nicole Ross — featured recently in Voyage Minnesota. In the interview, Nicole opens up about her personal journey, how Nowhere Entertainment came to life, and the passion that drives everything we do.
Nicole wasn’t always planning to run an entertainment center — especially one with a bit of spooky flair! But when her fellow founders (and her husband Galen McKay) invited her into the project, she jumped in with creativity and heart. Today, she’s a driving force behind many aspects of the business. From painting mini golf murals and designing immersive sets to planning parties, youth camps, and community events, Nicole brings her artistic touch and organizational skills to every corner of Nowhere.
"What started as a Halloween tradition became a year-round destination."
Nowhere Entertainment began as a shared vision between friends who loved decorating and creating immersive experiences every year — especially around Halloween. What started with home‑grown haunt displays grew into a full‑fledged community destination, offering escape rooms, mini golf, arcade fun, themed events, and more. Nicole and the team have shaped the center into a space where families, friends, and groups of all ages can make memories together.
"I never expected to love designing escape rooms — now it’s one of my favorite parts."
Nicole reflects that one of the biggest surprises along the way has been discovering how much joy comes from creating escape rooms and hosting unique celebrations — from birthdays to team‑building events. The family‑friendly atmosphere and variety of entertainment options make Nowhere a truly unique venue in the community.
To read Nicole’s full story and learn more about her journey — including details about the early days of Nowhere and her creative process — check out the original Voyage Minnesota interview here: https://voyageminnesota.com/interview/check-out-nicole-rosss-story