Wonderful place for families especially little ones. We went here recently and the kids loved it…read more (Private school event) There was a merry go round, train, and huge playground area. There were a variety of animals in the barn area. Kids were loving the baby goats. I'm sure we didn't see everything. Will be going back for sure.

We spent the day at Blackberry Farm in Aurora and it honestly felt like a mini vacation without…read moreleaving the suburbs. It's perfect for kids -- pony rides, train ride, paddle boats, playgrounds and little farm animals to see. My kids stayed busy the entire time and there's enough space that it never felt overcrowded or stressful. Super stroller friendly too which I appreciated. Everything was clean and the staff were patient and kind with the kids. It's a calmer vibe than big amusement parks so parents can actually relax while the kids play. Great for younger ages especially. Such a good spring/summer activity and worth the price for how long you can stay and how much they can do. We'll definitely keep this in our regular rotation

AWESOME Petting Zoo…read more... Took my kids to a petting zoo this fall an this company was there and they were Excellent. You get to go inside and pet and feed them. My kids are real animal lovers. My youngest wants to work in a zoo or be a vet and she asked the two running the zoo that day all kinds of questions. They were knowledgeable on the animals. The animals looked very healthy. they even put a chicken named Chill on her head for a picture. Thank you Friendly Farms for such a memorable time.

From the owner: Pony rides and petting zoos at events all around Chicagoland.read more

Took the hour drive from the city to celebrate my nephews birthday party. The place was clean, not…read moreover crowded and had plenty things for The kids to do. The VR games were a hit, the rock climbing and of course the course. They had an adult area with mini bowling and pool tables. Drinks were beer and wine and soft drinks. Food menu was to be expected. Wings, nachos And pizza pretty much. Overall it's a really dope spot to celebrate the little kids. Prices are reasonable for large parties.

every time we come here it's relaxing, fun for the family, and the staff and owners make sure you…read moreand your kids have a great day. Growing up in Aurora and walking around Westgate and seeing this place here now, warms my heart!

This location is conveniently located in Montgomery which is only a few minutes from my place. We…read moredecided to take our 1.5 year old daughter here and we are all fans of thus location The location is very clean and even clean smelling. The equipment and toys are maintained well and don't look worn down or broken. The people working were very friendly and was seen cleaning the place multiple times There is a huge playground and climbing equipment. Then there are three little play room as a pizza bakery, grocery store, and barber shop. Plenty of varied of toys for all ages and different types. I do like how this place allows outside food and drinks. But only away from the carpet. And you must sanitize your hands before and after play. Overall, I am a huge fan of this location and will be coming back soon

Nice open space, clean area, friendly staff. I went for an event and it wasn't super busy or loud…read more It was easy to drive to and easy parking. The bathroom is small but it did have a changing area for littles.

Bob is the best! He came to the rescue and saved my son's birthday party after our previous plans…read morefell through. With one days notice, Bob showed up cool, calm, and collected and provided entertainment for 25 kids! His games were fun and engaging, and the truck was warm and inviting. We highly recommend Windy City Mobile fun for all your gaming needs! Thanks Bob!

We rented the mobile gaming truck from this company for my 8yo's birthday and everything was…read moreperfect! We had asked some questions from several similar companies but these guys were prompt and communicative. We even found a discount code on their instagram. The operator was very knowledgeable and passionate an great with the kids. Highly recommended!

Went here a few weeks ago with my husband and our four year old son and had a blast!!!…read more We went on a weekend day not long after opening and lines were super short. We stayed for 1.5 hours. It was very clean, and we think that it could be a good option for a future bday party. Our son tried every single slide. The only slide that we did not like (us parents) was the one that you went straight down and then off into a pad. It immediately gave me a headache and felt like it messed up my back, neck, and chest.

Took my kids to Slick City Action Park in Aurora/North Aurora and it ended up being way more fun…read morethan I expected. This isn't a regular playground -- it's basically an indoor slide park with huge fast slides, obstacle courses and open space for kids to run energy OUT (parents too if you're brave lol). The place was really clean, staff actually paid attention and kept things moving, and I liked that they separate areas by size/ability so little kids aren't getting ran over. My kids were sweating within 10 minutes which is exactly what I wanted Good option for cold days, rainy days, or when you just need them tired before bedtime. Seating for parents, easy check-in, and overall organized. Definitely one of the better kid activity spots around Aurora -- we'll be back.

Such an absolutely great program for kids!…read more The instructor lead program puts focus on being brave, strong and confident. They really make it so fun that they hardly know they are working on life skills at the same time they are having fun. Each week is different and never boring. Even in the same class they switch things up often. It's incredibly clean, great for baby walkers to big kids. More than anything the coaches are always so involved and caring. Rachel and Declan both have embraced our family with kindness and respect. They really are focused on each child in the class. Coming to kidstrong was one of the best things that we have done!

Zero stars should be an option:…read more I'm writing this review to warn other parents about how minor employees are treated at this location. My 17-year-old daughter worked here for nearly 3 months under the previous ownership with no issues. When new ownership took over in mid-October 2025, she was terminated less than 3 weeks later with minimal notice or clear communication. What concerns me most: 1. Inappropriate language - In written communication with me (her parent), the owner referred to my daughter's coaching session as "horrible." This is a business centered on children's development, yet this is how they describe a minor employee's performance? 2. Lack of training and accountability - The owner admitted in writing that she "received very little records" when taking over, yet expected a 17-year-old high school student to navigate new systems, communication tools, and expectations in under 3 weeks - while preparing to graduate next month. What's particularly concerning is the pattern of shifting blame and contradictory statements. The owner told my daughter directly that "it wasn't her fault" because she "hadn't been properly trained" - yet still terminated her and cited performance issues. So which is it? If my daughter wasn't properly trained (the owner's own admission), how is poor performance her fault? Despite taking ownership only weeks prior and acknowledging she had inadequate records and training systems in place, the owner repeatedly placed responsibility on my teenage daughter - citing missed Slack messages, scheduling confusion, and performance issues. Rather than acknowledging that a brand new owner with incomplete records might need time to properly train and communicate with existing staff (especially minors), she chose to terminate a 17-year-old and frame it as the employee's fault. This appears to be an attempt to cover herself legally while still blaming a minor for her own lack of leadership and training systems. Taking over a business comes with responsibility - including properly onboarding yourself before holding teenage employees to standards you yourself haven't established yet. Furthermore, blaming my daughter for calling in sick an hour before her shift is unreasonable. Emergencies happen, and expecting a 17-year-old to predict or prevent them is unfair and unprofessional. 3. Contradictory standards - The owner cited my daughter's "limited availability" as a concern, stating she wouldn't have hired a high schooler in the first place. Yet the business serves children ages 0-11 - many of whom are in school during the same hours. High school employees would seem ideal for after-school programming. 4. Hypocrisy - While critiquing my daughter's professionalism, the owner's own son (an employee) openly badmouthed the previous owner/his former boss in front of new hires. Apparently those standards don't apply equally. 5. Impact on a minor - My daughter cried after reading the owner's email. She's 17 years old, working her first job, and was called "horrible" in writing by an adult business owner. For a business that claims to support children's growth and development, the irony of how they treat young employees is not lost on me. I would caution parents before enrolling their children in programs here. If this is how the owner treats and speaks about young people in her employ, one has to question how she views and treats the children in her care. To the owner: I anticipate you may respond to this review with justifications or explanations. Please understand that referring to a minor employee's work as "horrible" in writing, admitting she wasn't properly trained yet still terminating her, and shifting blame onto a 17-year-old for your lack of systems as a new owner is indefensible - regardless of how you choose to frame it. The facts speak for themselves. Other parents can read this review, read your response, and decide for themselves who handled this situation appropriately. Payment was eventually processed for one of her final paychecks after formal requests, which the owner blamed my daughter for getting paid late basically due to my daughter's "lack of responsibility" because of course "it's my daughter's fault" but the damage to my daughter's confidence and trust in workplace environments has already been done. Do better, KidStrong Batavia

I have mixed feelings about this kayak tour company. I signed up because although I'm a very…read morecapable and seasoned kayaker, I didn't know this river and I like learning about the ecosystems and local wildlife. For this reason I like having tour guides. Going up the river was fine. Coming back went a bit sour. I went as slow as I was capable of paddling or not paddling, but apparently it was too fast for the preference of our tour guide. I was barely touching the water with my paddle. I have no idea how I could have gone any slower. It wasn't humanly possible. After shouting at me several times, he took to chasing me down and ramming my kayak so it'd spin in circles. Would I rent a kayak here and kayak the river alone? Yes. Would I personally use a tour guide here? No I wouldn't. Would I recommend? If you're a family with little kids or a drunk sorority house, absolutely. If you know what you're doing, just go it alone. You'll probably enjoy it more. Edit: If the tour guide had concerns for group safety, he could have said so. Although ramming my kayak with his seems to be a bit of a conflict as far as my safety goes. It was an unprofessional approach when he could have simply explained why he needed me to slow down

It almost seemed like a dream. From the very start, cruising through a large patch of lotus plants,…read moreit felt otherworldly. Very peaceful, going at our own pace. Enjoyed the cliff walls of Buffalo Rock and the shallow waters of some side passages. We paddled for 5 hours, covering 8 miles total. After we were done we headed to charming, historic downtown Utica for drinks and dinner at Skoog's Pub & Grill in North Utica, IL. I was impressed with the logistics and operation of the kayaking experience, from the guide* to the equipment and online booking process. *Full disclosure, the guide was my twin sister, but I am being objective...seriously.

Stopped by on a girls night & was instantly greeted by the staff. They were very kind & explained…read morehow it worked in detail. Showed us where to pick out items, how to pick out colors, and informed us on when we could pick up our items when they were done. We weren't rushed to finish, and were even told about other events that might interest us. Overall, it was a great first time experience. Really appreciate the girls working there the night we stopped by! Thank you!!

Amazing staff who were all willing to help. We asked for a lot of different colors and a few other…read moretables were working at the same time as us but they always brought what we requested and with a smile on the faces. The manager helped me and my daughter achieve a few more complex looks on our ceramics but using different painting techniques. Couldn't give this place a higher review!