If more of the world lived and acted like our amazing community members at Sugar Sweet Farms the…read moreworld would be in a perpetual state of bliss. My wife and I saw daily growth in our son Beau that came home tired and incredibly happy. A combination of amazing staff and wonderful nature / animals to learn from while having the best time doing so are hard to come by. If you are thinking of a place for your kids to spend time, the decision is easy, JUST DO IT! You wont regret it. Thank you Elizabeth and team, your the best!!!

Our son Cruz has been going to Sugar Sweet Farm since he was 6 years old. Last summer, as he was…read moreapproaching 12, we thought it would probably be his final camp season. We were wrong. He signed up again this year, and when we picked him up today, he couldn't stop talking about all the fun he had--just like he did when he was 6. Seeing that kind of excitement after all these years truly melted our hearts. Now, Cruz is already looking forward to becoming a counselor one day. Elizabeth, Farmer Bubba, and the entire team are simply the best. You've created a place where kids make memories that last a lifetime. Parents, if you're looking for an incredible summer camp experience, Sugar Sweet Farm is the place to be. Thank you for all the memories.

The energy at Squarena was absolutely electric! The staff orchestrated a legendary experience,…read moregoing above and beyond to transform a simple birthday celebration into an unforgettable saga of teamwork and high-octane fun. Between the relentless adrenaline and the pure joy of burning off every ounce of energy, the atmosphere was a chaotic, non-stop laughter and victory screams. It was one of those rare, peak experiences where the spirit of the group completely took over, leaving everyone exhausted, exhilarated, and already buzzing about the next time they can step back into the arena. Thank you for creating a core memory.

Squarena is a very unique and fun place for both kids and adults to play and get some energy out…read more My daughter chose to celebrate her 10th birthday here with ten of her close friends. They had a blast playing games and enjoying some friendly competitions. We picked Birthday Package which included pizza, drinks and dessert. There is a back party room has two tables and fits comfortably around 10 to 12 kids. I especially liked the large glass observation window, which allowed us to watch the kids while they played. Each game lasts about 18 minutes, providing a nice rhythm for the kids to cycle back to the room for snacks and drinks. However, I do have a few suggestions regarding the birthday experience and food policies. First, we were disappointed to learn we couldn't bring our own cake. My daughter was quite let down, as the provided cupcakes didn't feel quite right for a milestone 10th birthday. We were also informed that if we wanted to bring any extra food or treats, they had to be individually wrapped, which is very limiting. Additionally, our host was not very engaging. They simply explained how the room and games worked, making the experience feel a bit transactional rather than celebratory. Despite these minor issues, it was a great party overall. The kids had a wonderful time, and we will definitely be back to play again.

We visited Olivenhain Farms for the first time for their Monday morning animal play session with my…read morealmost 3-year-old and had such a fun morning! It's a cute, small farm right across from the San Diego Botanic Garden with easy parking right out front. They have miniature ponies, goats, a pig, rabbits, chickens and quail. The experience was very hands-on the kids fed the animals lettuce and Cheerios, brushed the ponies, went inside the rabbit enclosures, and got to interact with the pig and chickens outside their pens. They also had painting activities, a super cute mud kitchen with bubbles and utensils, and ended with fresh fruit in the shade and story time. Just wholesome, messy toddler fun! The instructor was great with the kids--laid-back, friendly and informative. I think the Monday morning session is especially perfect for kids under 4. We drove up from Chula Vista, so I'm not sure I'd make the drive specifically to do the same session again, but it was absolutely worth experiencing once for $40 and we had a great time! Bonus: walk across the street to the San Diego Botanic Garden afterward and make a whole day out of it!

I enrolled my grandson in a summer farm camp at Olivenhain Farms. He had a great time. Ms Natalie…read moreis very organized and surrounds herself with great volunteers to help with the camp. The area used for camp is well kept and clean. The kids made crafts, held some of the animals, planted sunflowers and washed the pig. It was a great place for my 4 yr old grandson to spend outside time and play with other kids.

What a fun Sunday! We had a blast with our grandkids! The play equipment are still new and clean…read more We love that. The staff are also nice. I cannot recall if they have membership to lessen the cost of entrance. I hope they have so we can bring our grandchildren more often.

On the crap end of what is left of The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall, someone decided to open an Indoor…read morePark that caters to younger children. It's like if someone crossed a SkyZone Trampoline Park with a McDonald's Playpen and slapped it with a coat of pastel paint and candy stickers. Sorry, CANDEE stickers. I will say that the prices are very reasonable. $25 buys you two hours of playtime. Grip socks are extra, food is extra, some of the games are extra. And the area itself is impressively clean, especially considering the number of young children traipsing about. On the negative side of things, however, the list is a bit longer. First, there's not a ton to do. Candeeland has limited space to work with and much of it is taken up by sitting areas for parents. The empty space could easily house 2-3 more small activities without sacrificing any existing areas. Still, what activities they do have are pretty intricate, with the multilevel play area having a nice array of padded areas for children to crawl through and a toddler area with nice pneumatic tube setup to delight the young. Next, even though the place is less than a year old, there's already some breakage of some of the area. There's a floor made up of touch screens that displays numerous games for kids to step on a play with. However, it's apparent that some larger kids have smacked a number of screens, causing them to go out or flicker. Which leads to my biggest issue. There are not that many people working here. This means that there are usually people minding the gate and checking if your kid is leaving with the right person. But, there aren't enough people on the floor to ensure safety or police older kids from doing things they shouldn't be doing. Candeeland really is a place that caters to those between 3-8 years of age. Older kids either don't fit on some of the slides or play a bit too rough with the environment. More than once, a screaming 12 year old almost barreled over my kid, knocked her off a slide, or hit her with one of the nerf axes. Sure, they balk when you glare at them. But, they just go back to screaming and thrashing about while their parents sleep oblivious in the corner. So, does my seven year old like Candeeland? Yes, she loved it and wants to come back. Did I like Candeeland? M'eh, not particularly. Still, I'm sure I'll be back eventually...

We stopped by this place to get some downtime and some shelter from the heat, during our SD…read morevacation trip. Best indoor playground I have been to so far. Crowd was moderate and the space is designed to be calming and NOT overstimulating for the kids. There was music class during our visit (person teaching nursery rhymes with a guitar), ending with bubble time. This was great. Cafe is good. Decent coffee, service and seating space.

We stopped at Kids & Coffee on our way home from a weekend in San Diego, mostly because we needed…read moreto tire out our 2-year-old before the drive home so she could easily nap in the car (mission accomplished!). The space is really cute, clean, and has a lot of fun areas for toddlers to explore and play. An hour was more than enough time for our little one to run around and burn off some energy. The cafe is also a huge plus for parents. The coffee was just okay, but good enough, and they have a nice selection of pastries and hot food, including kid-friendly options. The only downside is that it's located in a warehouse complex, so it was a little tricky to find at first. That said, there's plenty of parking, which makes it easy once you know where you're going. We paid about $30 for our toddler and two adults for an hour, which felt very reasonable. Highly recommend if you're looking for a clean, fun indoor spot for little ones. If we're in the area again, we'd definitely come back!

We had the most amazing experience at The Enchanted Treehouse!! My kids, ages 4 and 1, had an…read moreabsolute blast. The play areas are so thoughtfully designed with new, high-quality toys that kept them engaged and entertained for our whole play session. I loved that I was able to interact with them in new, meaningful ways while watching them explore and learn. They also offer a drop off service that your kids can play with a highly qualified play pal while you go have some me time! The atmosphere is magical. The space is peaceful and beautifully decorated, making it a perfect escape for both kids and adults. Every detail, from their yummy coffee bar to the personalized play areas, was carefully thought out. It's definitely designed with both kids and parents in mind. What impressed me also were the beautifully packaged toys available for purchase. It's the perfect spot to find a special gift! If you're looking for a place where your little ones can play, learn, and explore in a peaceful and welcoming environment, I highly recommend checking out The Enchanted Treehouse. Such a great price for what you receive and memories your kids have forever! 100% worth it! Soooo much value is provided! You can easily book a play session on their website: https://www.theenchantedtreehouse.org/book-a-play-session 5 stars all the way!

The staff is amazing and the place is really cute. Lots of fun, educational toys for sale and to…read moreplay with.

This was a great playground! Unfortunately, they're currently redoing the turf as of 09/05/2026 so…read morethe sign says that part is closed until further notice. But everything else is open! Lots of kids bring flatten cardboard boxes to slide down the slides and the hill. There are no restrooms though so plan accordingly! There are eight picnic tables with shade overhead! My kids love the zip line and tube slide. Parking on the hill street side.

This is such a beautiful hillside park adorned with drought tolerant landscaping that makes it feel…read morelike a peaceful retreat. The upper level has a small children play area. The middle level is for kids 5-12. The lower area has a skating zone and basketball court. The little kids area have an interesting two person swing. The middle level has a cool looking slide that is recently taped off. The fake grass hill was fun to slide down on card board. There are covered tables for eating in the middle and upper section. There is limited street parking and no restroom.

Been to a lot of children's museum and one of my favorite things about this one is they offer time…read moreslots for crafting. My daughter got to make a planter pot for a flower. It is on the cozy smaller size but the play activities are all nicely spaced out. I went here on a weekday and it wasn't too packed. The children museum provides indoor and outdoor play options. They have a small section for kids under two where they get to crawl, climb and play with balls. *shoes off* For indoor they have the magna-tiles table, chalk board, reading area, pretend grocery store and ranger lookout, For outdoor they have a big water table; soft foam building blocks, a garden and a dirt excavation section. They do have a handwashing station outside so I appreciate that after the messy play. I also love the art installation, it's big colorful bugs and insects. Would recommend you checking it out.

First impression was that the place was pretty small and I wasn't sure how long my son would be…read moreentertained here. I was surprised it was just one big open space inside like a warehouse, but my son loved it. They also have a nice outdoor space as well with an awesome water river, sand / fossil digging, and garden. They have a small area for kids under 2 years old, which was nice as well. Lots of hands on activities, a few different block type building stations, and a cute role play area with market, kitchen, laundry. I would say this museum is perfect for toddlers. Not sure older kids would enjoy it as much. They have picnic tables outside where you can enjoy a snack or picnic lunch. They do sell some snacks, but don't have a cafe or anything for something more substantial. Pricing was reasonable and they have a free parking lot. I wish this was located closer to us, I'd definitely return.

This is the most magical place to unwind and destress. EHOA has been a place of solace for me and…read moremy family for many years now. I recommend taking your children, friends and family there to experience creativity you never knew you had inside you.

Phenomenal Magic Tree House art party for a batch of 5-6 yr olds. Gigi was awesome! Parents were…read morereally impressed and enjoy a break on their outside patio. A great, more mellow, birthday alternative! Can't wait to take my kiddo back for some additional classes :)

We attended a birthday party where the backyard wasn't super big, but Cindy was able to…read moreaccommodate. It was fun to see everyone enjoy. We did make sure there were only 3/4 people at a time because of the space. The little chicks were everywhere, though. I almost felt I could have stepped on them, lol. Overall, it was fun to pet and take pictures.

Just celebrated my son's birthday and selected Cindy Lu's Petting Zoo to help keep the kids…read moreattending our party entertained. The husband and wife team were friendly and professional. The selection of pets were great. I joked and said they had brought the Noah's Ark Package for our party cause seriously, they had everything but a Chupacabra lol. They brought enough hay and feed to keep the animals at bay so everyone could enjoy them. I highly recommend them if looking for a petting zoo. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again for a future party. Price, value, selection- nobody even comes close!