This place is huge! There is a giant climbing and play area, with slides, trampolines, etc. theres…read moretwo areas too for toddlers and babies. There's an extensive game area, a tiny town, and a gym area with gymnastics type cushions and a small rock climbing wall. Lots of variety that will keep kids busy. There is a food area where you can order pizza, snacks, and drinks. Took away stars because parking was a little tough & I observed quite a few areas that could have been cleaner.

It was okay overall. I paid $40 for two kids. The play area itself was nice, but I've definitely…read moreexperienced better places. What really disappointed me was that a lot of the machines were out of order, I'd say only about five were actually working out of all the ones they had. On top of that, I had to pay for those separately out of pocket. The restrooms were also out of order, which was inconvenient. I wouldn't recommend hosting a party here. It's fine just for casual fun if your kids are under 5, but anything above 5 years old will likely get bored pretty quickly.

I visited this place for a friend's sons 5th birthday. It looked small from the outside but it's a…read moregood size for a private party for one group. They had a couple of long folding tables and chairs when you first walk in. There's a basketball shooting game and a large connect four game. There's also a couple of chairs and tvs where you can watch a movie or play video games. I was able to relive my childhood Mortal Kombat game for a bit before a small child wanted to take over. In the other room there is a wall of nerf guns with 'soft' bullets. I say soft but they kinda hurt coming at you at a certain speed from a gun. Good thing they had safety glasses! A few of the kids had fun shooting at each other and running around. All around a cute little entertainment place. Well maintained and clean. The music playing when we walked in was loud and contained swear words, which is inappropriate for a kids place. It continued until eventually one of the guests asked to take over with her music; which ironically wasn't any better. Haha. I would suggest playing Kidz Bop?

Took my kids here just for fun. Great spot in Chicago/Beverly Area. Definitely recommend!!read more

This venue was really nice! I brought my 3 year old and 1 year old here for a birthday party on a…read moreSunday and it was a great experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making sure that all kids were entertained and taken care of. The play area was spacious and clean, with a wide range of toys and activities to keep children of all ages engaged.Overall, a fantastic experience with top-notch service. Highly recommend for a fun-filled day out with the little ones!

From the owner: At Imagine That World of Play, we offer a magical, adventure-filled space where children aged 1-10…read morecan explore, play, and spark their creativity. Our indoor playground is designed to provide safe and exciting environments, featuring soft play areas for younger children, bounce houses for active play, and rock climbing for kids looking for an extra challenge. We also cater to parents by providing a co-working space where you can relax, catch up on work, or enjoy some downtime while your children are happily engaged. For special occasions, we offer exclusive birthday party packages, ensuring your family has private access to the entire space, and for everyday fun, we have open play options available to fit your schedule. Our mission is to create a space that combines fun, safety, and imagination, giving both children and parents an experience they’ll love and remember. Whether it’s a birthday party or just a day of fun, Imagine That World of Play is your go-to destination for creativity, adventure, and memorable experiences.

My little mini loved Kids Empire! It was our first time visiting this location. Despite the reviews…read morethe place was pretty clean. We arrived early right when they opened at 10am. The team was getting ready for a party. My kiddo was the only one in the store. Towards 1pm it was pretty busy. They do not allow outside food! You can purchase a customizable snack box. It is includes a drink, chips, pouch, and a crustable. They have high chairs and plenty of sitting. There is a toddler area where they keep the bigger kiddos out of so they can play comfortably.

SAVE YOUR MONEY! This place is Definitely super…read moreunprofessional! The staff is lazy, they all have attitude. Paid for my daughter's 2nd birthday we were supposed to have a host and literally no one came until the end to sing happy birthday. Which wasn't even them singing btw it was a lame as song in the background. The dragon parade was pathetic. Literally only stopped by our table for not even kidding 1 minute tops. Then two minutes prior to the party time ending my family members arrived and they were told they would be charged keep in mind I had a package deal. Anyway if you're thinking of booking this place for a party SAVE YOUR $. It's not worth it. Staff unprofessional. Lazy. Attitude. Never again.

This is a very beautiful new sports arena with an arcade inside but forgot to take a photo…read more The bar is upstairs and it's beautiful too Jess waa the bartender and she was is fabulous and kind. Love this place and loved watching my nephews basketball tryouts

Rip you off at every turn. But I guess when you have a captive audience who are there to support…read moretheir kids the think that's ok. Additionally, on a day we had to be there, they couldn't be bothered to plow the parking lot leading to people parking in 2 spaces exacerbating their limited parking. They also have no entry from their rear parking and couldn't be bothered to have someone even lightly shovel the 9 mile walkway from the back. Saw multiple seniors slipping due to the egregious lack of maintenance during a tournament that people are charged in excess of 15$ a day for the 'privilege' to attend. Also doesn't appear that they had heating in the men's restroom. It was significantly colder and almost to the point of unbearable. All around less than stellar experience.

This is an adorable mini golf course an easy drive from Chicago! It's way cheaper than any courses…read morein the city, and a bonus that it's 18 holes outdoors. Only did the mini golf, but the arcade and other attractions looked fun as well. The mini golf is Halloween themed, and a great visit for fall time. If you get a hole in one on the final hole, you get a free round!

This place is fun but small and once you are done you should have a lot of tickets to spendread more

Great place to come with kids! We came for the fall pumpkin patch. There were lots of animals to…read morehold and interact with (pigs, goats, rabbits, etc). They also had smores, a tractor ride, pumpkin patch area, and corn maze.

My toddler son loves coming here. It's always very chill. The animals are friendly, the place is…read moreclean.

I rented a concession package - cotton candy cart, popcorn cart, and hotdog cart - along with some…read moretables for my daughter's carnival theme birthday party. It was a great deal except they don't deliver orders with concessions only, but for an extra charge they will. I didn't see the cost of the delivery on the website. I found out after calling to confirm my order, because when I was checking out online, it took me to a page that had no confirmation of my order. The lady I spoke to on the phone was very pleasant and helpful. In the end, I paid the extra charge for delivery, because I had no means of getting it to the venue. It was worth it. The kids and adults loved the cotton candy! The machines were clean and the delivery guys were great. They asked where I wanted the machines set up and they showed me how to use them. I would rent from them again!

I've used Chicago Moonwalks multiple times over the years--both in my current role and in a…read moreprevious organization--and have always had positive experiences. That's what made this most recent situation so disappointing. For a large-scale community event, Lights! Camera! Purim, which draws over 600 attendees and charges admission, we booked two major attractions: a mechanical inflatable and their massive funhouse maze. These weren't add-ons--they were central to the event's design, marketing, and execution. The maze alone involved live actors, scripted tour guides, coordinated timing, and trained volunteers. It was a significant production. Per their process, we expected confirmation communication ahead of the event and a check-in call within 24 hours prior. While I did receive an initial confirmation email, I never received the day-before call. Given my past positive experiences, I didn't think much of it. The morning of the event told a different story. By 7:00 AM (two hours before doors), I had received no communication. I began reaching out--calls, voicemail, text, and email--without any response. At 8:45 AM, just 15 minutes before doors opened, I finally received a call informing me that their truck wouldn't start and they would not be coming. There was no proactive outreach, no contingency plan, and no apology. We had no choice but to pivot in real time and rework the event experience on the fly. While the event still moved forward, it created unnecessary stress, confusion, and reputational risk for our organization. When you're running a paid, large-scale event with hundreds of attendees, reliability isn't optional--it's foundational. I followed up the next day through their feedback system. I was told someone would be in touch. That follow-up never came--no apology, no acknowledgment, no attempt to make the situation right. This wasn't just a logistical miss--it was a breakdown in communication, professionalism, and accountability at every level that mattered. Given how critical these rentals were to the success of our event, this experience was deeply disappointing. I would strongly caution anyone planning a high-stakes event to have backup plans in place if relying on this vendor.

This little park is just west of Navy Pier. It's HUGE draw- the big black marble fountain that is…read morelocated in the middle of it. It shoots water out the top, and all around the base, and kids lose their minds running in it. It's really a fun time to sit on a bench nearby and watch. There's also various sculptures stationed around the park that's fun to peruse. And in the summer of 2009- a very controversial air balloon ride (tethered) is available. (The balloon thing looks crazy cheesy and hokey to me.) Do not overlook this great space just west of Navy Pier!!

Growing up near Chicago my whole life, I have a natural aversion to Navy Pier. But this park is…read moreone of the few redeeming qualities of that area. I came for the first time to see this summer's Shakespeare in the Park play. It was a perfect evening and a great park to watch the play with the lake to the left and views of the sun setting over the city to the right. It's a nice spacey area and there weren't very many people there (besides those watching the play), a nice reprieve from the crowds at Navy Pier. If you need a break from the Navy Pier tourist trap, this is definitely a good place nearby to explore.

This is my second time renting Room 85 venue and it was a great experience again! I would highly…read morerecommend the venue space 10/10. She's understanding and very consistent. The owner has great communication and she went above and beyond to ensure I had a great turnout for my event.

The venue space is large enough to be accommodating and small enough to be intimate. The layout is…read moreuser-friendly and can be reconfigured without becoming labor intensive. Management is professional and affable. Pricing is flexible and fair. Situated in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, this venue is comparable to upscale locations throughout the city.