We always have a really fun time at the LEGO Discovery Center in Springfield Town Center! It's a…read moregreat spot for kids since it's very interactive and packed with a variety of activities to keep them engaged. From building stations to interactive rides and play zones, there's plenty to do and explore, especially for younger LEGO fans. The space is colorful, energetic, and well-designed for kids to use their imagination and burn off some energy. Staff were friendly and the experience felt well-organized overall. I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 mainly because it can get pretty crowded at times, and some areas felt a bit rushed when it was busy. Still, it's a solid option for a family outing, especially on a rainy day or when you're looking for something different to do with kids.

We visited the LEGO Discovery Center as a way to get out of the house on a cold Saturday…read more Unfortunately, the experience didn't feel worth the cost -- $98 for two adults and one child. The front desk staff who sold us our tickets were not very friendly, and although we saw a couple of staff members inside, they didn't engage with guests at all. When you asked questions they acted like we were bothering them. I had read online that this was a good place for toddlers, but we didn't even stay for an hour. The toddler Duplo area was small and many of the pieces were missing, which made it hard for kids to really play. The ride was also a bit scary for our 3-year-old. We didn't experience the movie or Bank game (both geared towards an older age). There was a small indoor play area, but it also seemed better suited for slightly older kids. My son stayed on that for 5 minutes since we couldn't guide him through (children only). Overall, I think this attraction would be much more enjoyable for kids around ages 5-7. Stars were knocked off due to the staff.

Came here for Covid booster. Great service, well organized…read more Looked around and they have great rec facilities and a clean building area..

We had our granddaughter's 3rd birthday party here. They were wonderful! It's a great space-huge!…read moreThey set up the tables and chairs and let us come in early to decorate. Once we got our things out they cleaned up. Easy to park. They provide movers (equipment) to help carry everything in. There's a cute playground outside. Great overall experience!

Mini golf, batting cages, a high wire obstacle course, and a mini water park...what's not to like…read more We came for a round of mini golf. For four people, 18 holes, we paid $28. The course is beautiful and nicely preserved. The holes are mainly par 2s and most are a little tricky. The entire course is fairly shaded, so you're not totally in the sun the whole time. They have limited refreshments and cool treats like ice cream. Overall, a great place to enjoy an outing with friends or family.

Stopped by here while traveling in DC since the crowds there can be overwhelming. It was a warm…read moreSaturday toward the end of March, but it was not crowded at all. We did a round of mini golf, which was nice. The course is mostly well maintained, though one of the holes near the end could use some work since it is a giant pit, with some cobblestone rocks acting as steps that lead down to the hole. It was a little difficult to maneuver, and I just ended up having to get one of my younger brothers to get my ball for me. Most of the holes were well down and the place had a nice grass and water feature aesthetic. Definitely something we wanted in the city. We then admired the obstacle course because it looked awesome. Climbing across surfboards dangling in the sky, bright colors. It looked awesome. We opted not to try it out this time though. We then went for a little walk on a trail. They aren't very well marked, the signs look like someone keeps knocking them down, and all of the trails sort of overlap and are visible from the others since it is literally just a little acre-ish area in the middle of the city. There was also an overflowing trash can that smelled awful, next to someone's abandoned lawn chair on the trail, but nothing a quick cleanup of the area can't fix. It is rather warm being down in a sort of gully, so I would love to see it again when all the trees are green, hopefully that would provide some nice shade. We then went to the playground and it was really nice and well-maintained, and I had to use the restroom which was IMMACULATE. This was by far the nicest playground bathroom I have ever been in, and nicer than most store and restaurant restrooms I have been in. There is also a waterpark that wasn't open yet for the season, and a large blue building that serves as the entrance to the water park, and I do wish that it had a large sign that said something to the effect of "Restrooms are in here, even when the waterpark isn't open" since we were trying to find a restroom for my 5 year old nephew after we had left the playground bathroom, and assumed that the swim building was closed, so we ran him across the parking lot to the obstacle course building assuming it would be in there, and were a little worried when we had to run him across the street when we learned it was in the blue swim building. Overall, this was a really lovely and completely unexpected outing in the middle of a crowded city. This will very likely be on our itinerary next time we have to kill time in DC.

I have visited this playground with my son a few times throughout his 16 months and we both love…read moreit. It is an elementary playground so it's on the smaller side but there is definitely quality here. There are two slides-one is pretty fast and steep which my little daredevil loves (riding on my lap of course). The other is a twisty slide. We enjoy all of the musical components as well as the spin apparatus (see attached photo). There is lots of room to run around (or waddle like my boy). Pre-COVID 19, it was usually very crowded on weekends. Our last visit was a few days before playgrounds closed and we were the only people there. We definitely plan to return once restrictions are lifted.

This was a super fun playground to take the kiddos. It's clean, in great condition however it was…read morevery, very crowded. Given that fact, all of the kids were extremely well behaved.

Lyons Village Park is a great spot, especially in the summer heat. There's a nice shaded pavilion…read morewith picnic tables, perfect for taking a break from the sun. The playground is awesome and accommodating to a range of age groups. The park isn't entirely fenced in, but it's fenced for the most part, which gives some peace of mind. It's a bit smaller than Hayes Park, but we usually make a loop and swing by both when we're out. They pair well together!

What a great little park! I had an errand nearby and my little girl deserved some playtime. This…read morepark has plenty of swings for adults and for kids. There's a huge sand pit and three different play structures. Not to mention a basketball court! It also has a covered area with plenty of picnic tables. My daughter particularly love the swing and sandbox. There's lots of good climbing for older kiddos, too! I will mention that the parking is quite limited. I was lucky to find one of the probably only five street parking spots.

Very nice Visitor Center full of information, displays, a mini-zoo of local residents, and…read moreactivities for the little ones. Friendly Front Desk Staff, clean restrooms and located near trailhead with ample parking.

This is an amazing community resource with very friendly staff, a very relaxing atmosphere and…read moregreat animals! It's perfect for the 2-7ish year olds in your life. Not a ton of animals like a zoo, but that shouldn't stop you from going!

This park is little bit on the older side and is pretty worn. It has street parking around its…read moreperimeter available, but there is a 2 hour time limit. The park features a basketball court, a picnic shelter, a playground, and picnic tables. It seems a little out dated and trashy. You will find 2 fenced in playgrounds areas here. The larger playground area, which is designed for older kids, has has a large jungle gym with a rock climbing structure, monkey rings, slides, bridges, tunnels and canopies. There is also a bank of traditional/ADA swings here. The area is lined with wood chips, with a rubber mat path going down the center. The other playground area, which is designed for pre-schoolers, has a small jungle gym with a rock climbing wall, a small canopy, a small rock climbing wall and a couple of slides. It seems much older and worn than the one on the other side. There is also a small blue wooden house, a mock pirate ship, a rocker animal and a few plastic tables and cars that you would get from a department store in this section as well. The area is lined with rubber matting and sand. It was not my favorite area to say the least. In between the two fenced playground areas, you will find a few benches to sit. The picnic shelter has a bunch of picnic tables under it and is in decent shape. The basketball court is a full court and is in fair shape. The park has a fair amount of green space to play, but the grass does have a large bald spot in the front that is just dirt and a few patches near the basketball court. The back side of the park, across the walkway, is where you will find some picnic tables and grills in a shaded area. This park needs a little TLC and updates to get it back up to speed. It is a fair park and would be an ok place to pass time if you are in the area. It would not be my go-to or destination park though. It does have a lot of potential though and I hope that it makes the needed modifications to reach that potential.

Such a fun place to take your kids! Lots of great equipment! No bathrooms so bring a portable one…read morefor toddlers. We always have fun here!

We were turned away from our first visit at the pool because we had guests and the pool apparently…read moredoesn't allow them on a holiday. Nowhere does it say that on the website under the guest policy. Our friends came to visit from out of state and we were all looking forward to going with our kids. What a disappointment after waiting to join for two years. So far our impression is not so good.

Excellent facility! Clean, spacious and family friendly! All of the workers are extremely gracious…read moreand ready to offer assistance if needed. The pricing is relatively similar to other rec centers in the area. Plenty of parking for larger vehicles. Added bonus - reservations are available for private functions too!