I'm so glad Alameda has an indoor playground. Both my kids have been enjoying since 6 months to 5…read moreyears old+ Can get busy on rainy days so definitely call to make sure they are accepting open play. It's not huge so it's easy to keep an eye on your kids but lots of variety. Love all the benches and comfy seating for caretakers. There's even a paid massage chair. You need trampoline grippy socks but we've invested pairs sold here and used them plenty. Some favorite areas for the kids are bounce house, kitchen area, ball pit, and slide. There's a clean kitchen area to eat your food. I haven't come or hosted a birthday party but there's a room in the back for one.

This place is fantastic, such a great addition to the east bay. I came here for the first time…read moreyesterday with my 4 year old and 8 year old and they both loved it. Especially my 4 year old which I think is probably more of their target audience, kids below 6. There are a lot of physical activities like a slide ( more suited for kids under age 5), a ball pit, swings, rock climbing wall, and a whole jump house in the back. There is also a painting station and sensory room to calm down and take a break. They have a lot of chairs and couches throughout the place so if you have some work to get done there is definitely room to do so while your kids place. All in all, my kids and I enjoyed this place had we'll definitely be back again.

We reserved the Busy Bee space for a 3-year old's birthday party, and it was perfect. The place is…read morevery clean, has a ton of activity options for small kids. There is a separate room to serve snacks, drinks, and cake; bathroom is clean and convenient.

I hosted a birthday party for a toddler at Busy Bee. Would definitely recommend! A couple of things…read morethat stood out: - Booking/ planning/ prepping all went without a hitch - The play area is great, fun, and spacious. The party room where you would have food/ drinks is right nearby, so it's super easy to monitor kids and transition from one are to another (unlike other places where party room is more disconnected from play) - the center is located in a large shopping area. Which meant easy parking for guests and tons of options to order snacks/ food etc nearby so you wouldn't have to lugg stuff from home - I called several similar places in East Bay, and Busy Bee was by far the most uncomplicated wrt managing guest lists, number of attendees etc. Most importantly: kids LOVED it and were super tuckered out after that!

We had a team building event this weekend and were looking to have some outdoor fun. Nathan brought…read moreeverything we needed and set up a great spread. We had a great time running around and I got to shoot my manager in the butt. Definitely recommend!

From the owner: We are proud to host Nerf events across the bay area! We use 3D printed blasters made in-house from…read moreour team here in San Jose. We also offer custom printed blasters as well if you want to have a party favor that everyone talks about!

A magical place! My 6-year-old son is autistic and it was such a relief to be welcomed by a team…read morethat just gets it. The space is super clean and feels like a kid's dream. There's so much to do, climbing, building, exploring, getting wiggles out, and even a quiet room to chill. You can tell the folks behind it really thought through everything. The vibe, the décor, even the website feel so neurodiverse-affirming. They have tech to help build community around members too. We live in Novato so the distance makes a membership tough right now, but I'm hoping we can join in the summer when school isn't in the way. I'd love to see Spirited Play Labs expand to more places as this is the future IMO (please come to Novato, I'll help!). For families like ours, where typical play spaces can feel stressful or isolating, this place is a true gem, welcoming, thoughtful, and hopeful for the future. Thank you!!!

We've been coming to SPL for years, and it has always been such a positive experience. The play…read moresessions with Lia mean so much to us. we truly appreciate her patience, guidance, and support. Every visit, we notice progress. My daughter used to play only by herself, but now we see her becoming more independent and interacting with Lia, which fills our hearts. As a mom of a child on the spectrum, I know how hard it can be. My daughter doesn't have friends, but when we come here, she has one. In other spaces, the stares that come with her stimming can be so difficult to ignore, but here at SPL, we feel safe, accepted, and not judged. That sense of belonging is rare for special needs families, and we are so grateful to have found it here. I love how the staff embraces inclusion and acceptance. it shows in everything they do. I truly wish there were more places and programs like this for our kids, because families like ours need community.

MY WIFE TAKES 5-10 HOURS TO FINISH…read more Price: $$$ Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 My wife and I love Color Me Mine for a chill, engaging and somewhat tedious activity. We recently attended a sip and paint event, and the staff was kind enough to offer us free studio time when we couldn't complete our projects that night. My wife often brings friends, and they can spend hours painting without any issues. I'm surprise they haven't gotten kick out. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive; they're always quick to provide more paint or offer helpful tips. The studio is clean and well-organized, with a vast selection of art pieces to choose from, although the prices can be a bit high. Overall, I highly recommend Color Me Mine and will definitely be returning.

I've been here twice recently and had a blast! The selection changes and the staff is extremely…read morefriendly and sweet. It's a fun experience all around!

We had such a great time celebrating our boys birthday with Bricks 4 Kidz. Stacey and her team were…read moreabsolutely incredible! They had tons of creative activities for kids of all ages and the kids were so engaged the entire time! For anyone that loves legos, they will love working with Bricks 4 Kids!

Bricks 4 Kidz has been a constant in our summer camp rotation for several years now! I have a 9…read moreyear old girl and a 6 year old boy and they always ask to go back, often for multiple weeks of camp in the summer. They love the instructors and the projects, and the fact that play and free time are always mixed in. They incorporate engineering concepts in such fun ways. It seems like there's always new content to keep my kids interested and I really appreciate the great communication and care from the owner, Stacey. I also feel it's a great value for my money - summer camps can be really expensive and this one is just as good as the pricey ones we've tried without breaking the bank. Recently my son's weekly B4K class at his school was moved to the Zoom platform due to schools closing. I have been SO impressed by how well Stacey can hold a group of small kids' attention, especially when you consider they are already feeling burned out by so many other classes on Zoom. We will continue to be back for more, even if schools are closed!

We had such a fun and chill birthday party with JG! I am really impressed with their communication…read moresetting up the party and how friendly, flexible, and fun they were on the day of. When asked what did you think of the party my kid said, "It was so fun! Can we do it again here next year!?" Highly highly recommend. Perfect for a range of ages as well. Thank you JG coaches!!!

Jumpin' Gymsters is great for both camps & birthday parties! I first sent my then 5yr old son to a…read morefew of their summer sessions in 2023 and was really worried about how he would do. He really struggled at a previous camp but things were so different at Jumpin Gymsters. Carol, Carlos and the other staff members really helped him to feel safe and keep him happy and engaged. He had so much fun, he didnt want to leave at the end of the day. They really helped build his social confidence as well and he made a lasting friend there that summer. We had such a great experience with them that we decided to hire them for my son's sixth birthday party (which went really well) and also sent all three of our kids to some 2024 summer sessons. I can't recommend them enough!

I took my daughter here yesterday for a couple hours to play yesterday. It's been raining, so she…read moreneeded to get out and burn off some energy. She's 2 years old and loves to play. It was $15, which was well worth it. The place is small but cute and was packed with kids ranging from 1-4 years old. She was so excited to play in the ball pit and structures. They have little areas set up for imagination play such as a veterinarian area, a grocery check out area with play food and shopping carts, little play houses, reading nooks, blocks areas, so much to play with and explore. It's so cute to see her figure out all of these play areas. We hung out at the tables in the back and let her enjoy herself with all of the other little kids. I felt totally comfortable there and did not need to worry about my little one, like some of those bigger places get a lot of rowdy older kids. Other notes about the facility: They had coffee, tea and water for free. The bathrooms were clean, especially loved the regular changing tables in there (the foldable ones make me nervous). Socks were $3 for play socks with rubber grips on the bottom. She loved it and we all had a great afternoon. We will come back when in Oakland for another play day.

great little indoor play place for my 4.5 year old. $3 for trampoline socks if you don't bring your…read moreown, and they have snacks ($1), plaza parking, lots of tables and chairs and free wifi if you're like me and need to do some work while you're solo parenting. Everything is in one central room so it's easy to "work" and keep an eye on your little one. Lots of pretend play stations with Melissa and Doug or that style of toys - grocery, vet, kitchen -- plus duplo wall, magnatiles, connect 4, a small toddler foam area, and the star of the show, the giant play structure with a swing, slide, and large ball pit. The complimentary water, tea, keurig coffee were a plus for me. I know my little one will want ot be back - this occupied her for about 3 hours and she could have stayed longer.

We had a great experience working with them. The mermaid arrived on time, was very professional,…read moreand did an incredible job entertaining the kids. Highly recommend for any party!

We had Bay Area Mermaids for the activities for my daughter's birthday. From the moment I first…read morereached out, Ava was incredibly responsive, had answers to all my questions, and was exceptional in all her communication. She solicited my input and crafted the activities exactly to our needs. The day of the party was executed flawlessly with slime making, a bracelet craft, and treasure hunt. We loved their positive energy and how great they were with the kids!

Space to Grow Therapy now has an on-site facility, filled with lots of fun for your kids providing…read morecolorful sensory gyms and playrooms! There are slides, swings, rock climbing walls, and plenty of toys to keep your kids busy. The site has plenty of parking out front. In addition to free play, they offer occupational and speech therapy services, on-site and in home. The therapists have extensive experience, and are passionate in what they do and ensuring they are providing a quality experience. I would highly recommend this business if your child needs any services, or a fun place to play!

Amazing place for my kids! Sensory seeking and the owner is amazing! Super accommodating and…read morefriendly! We will definitely go many more times! My daughter's friends are begging me to take them since she's talked about it so much!!