We love the i.d.e.a. Museum and have been going for years. It's been really fun watching how the…read moreexperience changes as my kids get older. They've aged out of the soft play areas, but now they can spend hours at the stop motion video station and exploring the newer exhibits. The recycling area is also one of their favorites. It's such a quaint little space and incredibly affordable for what you get. I also love seeing downtown Mesa continue to grow, and the museum feels like a big part of that energy. From a parent perspective, it's really easy to visit. There's ample parking, it's very stroller and diaper bag friendly, and it's a perfect place for a playdate. You can actually have conversations while the kids explore and move between activities. The mural in the courtyard is gorgeous and the puppets are always a hit with my kids. It's one of those places we keep coming back to.

IDEA museum is such a great little play museum for little kiddos. My son has gone here at age 3 and…read more4. He loves it every time. They have a bunch of different rooms for older kids to explore- music, crafts, and the middle room always changes with different displays they can play, the other big room has the scarf and air toss, building, crafts, puppet show, ball drop and more. The baby-small toddler room my son still enjoys, it has a big soft middle area, play kitchen, play vet, play theater, a very small enclosed area for babies to crawl around which is great. And another area with magna tiles and other toys like that. I also saw the reading story time area in the back of that. They have a room for eating and also an outside patio which is huge for play and eating. Would recommend to anyone. Very affordable!

I can't send them enough praises! BEST 12 yr old party ever!!!!…read more They thought of everything! Decor to match the bday girls "theme". Sleeps 10! Had a karaoke machine. set up table for dinner right out front. They drive up and set the whole trailer up and came back around 10 am to clean up. NO mess for momma to clean up! Great set up- clean and up to date. All the girls walked away claiming BEST PARTY EVER!!!!

The Slumber shack was absolutely amazing! We had a surprise going away sleepover for our girls and…read moretheir friends and they had the absolute best time ever! Booking was super easy, communication was quick and seamless. Vanessa even took the time to specially personalize Small details in the RV to make it extra special for our girls. The day of setup, they were so fast and professional and went the extra mile to go over everything and were even available for questions via text throughout the nice. The best part, no sleepover mess inside our house while in the process of packing to move. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to have a super fun memorable sleepover experience!

Me and my wife had a birthday party for my son and the service was amazing Dominick was awesome he…read morewas patient and very attentive, anything we needed he was on it, I highly recommend Dominick gets a raise, thank you for your service.

We have been coming to this fun place for the past few years. The kids love it a lot! There are…read morevarious different kinds of activities to play from sliding, climbing, trampolines until a ninja play. They also offer the birthday party group with the two hours or more as you wish. As a parent; I found this place is easy to keep an eye on your kids, safe and a lot of choices for them to enjoy their fun time!. This place could be very crowded during the weekend and late afternoon especially in the summer time. If you are looking for the fun spot for your kids and not sure where to go, come and check this place out!

Beautiful park. Very clean and captivating. The pond was filled with ducks when I was there, which…read morewas nice to see. The playgrounds are a nice size and the kids I was with enjoyed themselves. It was my first time there, but I'm sure I'll be back again to enjoy the path and scenery.

Great park, sad because there slides are closed right now. The train, wave rider and merry go round…read moreare awesome!

We had a great time spent about 2 hours. We had a 1, 2, 3, and 5 year old. We were greeted at the…read moredoor right away. We purchased a play pass the best value for our group. Lots of cubbies to store shoes and bags. A good size open space with lots of different play area. With the openness you can see everywhere. The 2-5 year olds had a great time on the trampoline, dressing up, play on the ride on toys, and playing hide and seek. The 1 year old still not a walker options were limited, but still crawled and watched every thing. I do agree with the lack of cleanliness review. It does need a good cleaning. You definitely need to wash your hands after playing here. No one did any in the 2 hours we were there. It was great that they had a snack area for the kids. Lots of tables, chairs, and even a microwave. They did have a broom, paper towels, and sink we just cleaned up after ourselves. This place is a great way to beat the heat and let kids run free in a safe space. The price is good and you can leave and come back if you get a stamp. I really like the cute artwork on the walls that was for sale. I would definitely recommend!

This is an amazing place for younger toddlers! You can spend the whole day here with all the…read moredifferent areas they have to play. There's an eating area where they can snack and warm up some food. The place is super clean and Mr Lee is so friendly and polite. I have twins and didn't feel anxious myself that I would lose them. It's a plus that the place is geared only for the younger kids. We can't wait to be back

These folks are the best. I was able to hang out with my great-nephew today. When we walked…read morethrough the door, they immediately greeted us. The young lady there immediately took my nephew to show him stuff as I talked. He found a "senior moment - can't remember what it's called" and his eyes lit up. It the round rock with crystals inside. We saw replicas and fossils galore. We left with the "??" and a projectile point. What a great store with fantastic people.

We visited Tyrannostorus while I was in Arizona with my daughter, and it was such a fun surprise!…read moreYou definitely don't have to be a dinosaur or fossil enthusiast to appreciate this place -- it's incredible for anyone who loves cool, unique finds. The store is packed with amazing fossils, rocks, and so many interesting things to explore. The staff was beyond helpful and kind. The gentleman working there took the time to answer all of our questions and even brought something special out from the back to show us -- which made the experience feel extra special. My daughter absolutely loved picking out her own geode and cracking it open with their machine to reveal the crystals inside. That was definitely the highlight of our visit! We will 100% be coming back next time we're in Arizona -- and we truly wish there was a store like this in California! Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

Had a great time at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games! This…read moreplace is basically an adult playground with go-karts, arcade games, good food, and plenty to keep you entertained for hours. The go-karts were definitely the highlight, and the food was surprisingly good for an entertainment venue. The entire facility had a fun, energetic atmosphere, and it's a great spot for a date night, group outing, or just a competitive day with friends. My only real complaint was the temperature in the go-kart area. It was noticeably hotter there compared to the rest of the venue, which made the experience a little uncomfortable, especially while wearing the required gear and racing. Hopefully, that's something they can improve. Overall, though, we had a great time and would definitely come back. Just be prepared to work up a sweat on and off the track!

Checked out Andretti as part of a full day birthday celebration for an adult…read more We chose to do one go kart race and our heat was scheduled about 15 minutes after we purchased the ticket. We were told to check back in five minutes before the heat started. On our way to check in, we saw some other people checking in who we had previously observed partaking in some 'recreational activities' in the parking lot - no judgment on that, but I do have a legitimate concern for my safety driving with others under an influence. I approached the staff member in the check in room and explained the situation and asked if we could postpone to the next heat. I was told I'd have to go back to the front desk and ask if they can make the change and that the next heat wouldn't be for another half hour. We didn't have the flexibility in our schedule to stay that long so we decided to participate in the current heat. The staff member told me I could pull over to the side to get assisted off the track if I needed to at any time. I didn't love that I would have to exit the race because of someone else's behavior. Interestingly, during the race, one person crashed into the wall in front of me and the other person crashed into my partner. Aside from all that drama, the track was pretty fun with lots of hard turns. The vehicles had great traction. The turbo button on the vehicle I was using was not marked or colored, so I was not able to use it during the race which was disappointing. I think that all of the entertainment and activity options were exciting and plentiful. If I had endless time and funds, I could definitely keep myself busy here for several hours, maybe even an entire day. I didn't love that a single go kart race was $30 per person and I didn't love that safety wasn't taken more seriously.

After researching Urban Air, we decided to go all in and purchase memberships for our family. Three…read moreUnlimited memberships and about $730 later, we were excited to see if the experience would live up to everything it promised. The Good There is a lot to like about Urban Air. The variety of attractions is impressive and gives kids plenty of ways to stay entertained. Between the go-karts, free-fall ride, rock climbing walls, laser tag, elevated obstacle course, and trampolines, there is no shortage of things to do. The go-karts were one of the biggest hits of the day. Our kids absolutely loved them and would have happily ridden them over and over. They were easily one of the standout attractions and one of the main reasons we felt good about purchasing the memberships. Laser tag was another highlight. The arena is surprisingly large, and the equipment feels like what you'd expect from a dedicated laser tag facility rather than a side attraction at a trampoline park. It was probably my personal favorite attraction. Most importantly, our kids had a blast. They left excited and already asking when they could come back, which is ultimately what matters most. The Bad The biggest surprise came when we learned that some attractions included with the "Unlimited" membership are not actually unlimited. We discovered this when an employee marked our kids' wristbands to track how many times they had ridden the go-karts. Since the go-karts were one of their favorite attractions, it was disappointing to learn there was a limit on something they enjoyed so much. What made this more frustrating was that when reviewing membership options, the pass advertises "Full Attraction Access Included." Based on that wording, I naturally assumed that meant unlimited access to all attractions during a visit. Instead, it appears the "Unlimited" portion refers more to unlimited visits throughout the month rather than unlimited use of every attraction once you're inside. To be fair, there may be details somewhere outlining these restrictions, but during signup and while reviewing the membership information, we couldn't find anything clearly explaining which attractions have limits or how many uses are included. Greater transparency upfront would go a long way toward setting proper expectations. Fortunately, our kids didn't seem bothered by the limits, but it was still an unexpected surprise. The Ugly My biggest concerns involved safety oversight and supervision. The employees we interacted with were friendly and polite, but many appeared quite young, and there were multiple occasions where staff seemed more focused on socializing than actively monitoring attractions. This was particularly noticeable in the rock climbing area, where children were climbing 20+ feet into the air while attached to retractable harness systems. The equipment itself appeared safe, but active supervision is just as important. Another concern involved the free-fall ride. During our visit, the ride was out of service, but the exit gate was not properly secured. Because of this, children were able to enter the attraction area through the exit and begin accessing the ride before an employee noticed and redirected them. Thankfully the ride was not operating at the time, but it took a moment for staff to recognize what was happening. While no one was hurt and the situation was corrected, it reinforced some of the attentiveness concerns we observed throughout the visit. For a facility designed primarily for children and featuring several higher-risk attractions, supervision and securing access points should be top priorities. Overall Despite the concerns, we still had a positive first experience. The attractions themselves are genuinely fun, the facility offers a lot for active kids, and our children had an amazing time. Because we've already invested in the memberships, we'll absolutely continue visiting and will be interested to see how future experiences compare. It's possible that visiting on a Tuesday evening during the summer contributed to some of the staffing and supervision issues, especially since the park wasn't particularly busy. If I could give half stars, this would probably land around 3.5 to 4 stars for me. The attractions, especially the go-karts and laser tag, are excellent and delivered exactly what we hoped for. However, the lack of clarity around "Unlimited" membership benefits and the safety oversight concerns keep it from earning a full five stars. Urban Air has the potential to be a fantastic family value, but clearer communication and stronger attention to supervision would make the experience feel more aligned with the premium price of admission.

I took my four kids here and ended up spending close to $200. I wouldn't mind paying that if the…read morefacility was clean and well maintained, but unfortunately it wasn't. We arrived right when they opened on a Thursday morning, so it wasn't a matter of the place getting dirty throughout the day. The facility looked like it desperately needed a deep cleaning. There was a dead cockroach on the floor, many of the surfaces looked like they hadn't been wiped down in a while, and the foam pit was especially concerning--the foam blocks looked old, dirty, and in need of replacement. For what admission costs, I expect the facility to be maintained much better. My kids still had fun, but the lack of cleanliness made it hard to enjoy the experience, and I don't feel the condition of the facility matches the premium price. On a positive note- the staff was very friendly.