I booked a private party for my daughter's 5th birthday party at Peek-a-Boo Factory…read more First, the venue is very clean. They spray down the equipment and vacuum between events. They had 3 people on staff for our party. I brought balloons, snacks, drinks, cupcakes and colorful tablecloths. I wheeled in my items from the car, dropped them off at the front with the team, and they literally did the rest. Super turn-key. The first portion is play time and then you move to the party room for snacks and cake. You can also have some snacks laid out in the front part of the play area. The party room is in the back and I had meant to go in and give them some basic set-up directions prior to us going in, but totally forgot. I ran into the room while folks were already filing in as I hadn't even viewed the room, yet, and it looked amazing! They had laid out all the snacks and drinks; they supplied plates, napkins, basic party tablecloths and a royal birthday chair and birthday banner. I didn't even have cake stands so brought a few plates from home to display the cupcakes, but they had some cute cake stands and took it upon themselves to beautifully display them! Far better than what I would have done! They even took it upon themselves to move the balloons from spot to spot as the party migrated - whatever looked the best! Then they helped pack up the leftovers and clean everything. Easy peasy. They do include 18% gratuity, but with the amount of mental load they took off my plate, it was 100% worth it. And of course, the kids loved it! The only thing I wish they had was a bit longer play time option. The kids LOVED playing and wanted more! The venue and level of service is truly exceptional! The team at Peek-a-Boo in San Francisco are true pros, with a level of customer service that totally surpassed my expectations. Thank you, Peek-a-boo Factory Team!

Last month I was overjoyed to be going into the city for my nephew's birthday party at this fun…read morefactory! Located in the local & city combo vibed Geary neighborhood in San Francisco, Peek-a-Boo packs a lot into a well organized kids space. Although it has limited seating, the entry way contains some retro distraction as you wait to be let into the main play area where your party time begins - those coin operated machines from the 80's that you win a prize from when you turn the slot with 2-4 quarters. My nephew & I played two. Then as his friends and their parents started arriving, it was the official time for his party start time and so our family could walk through the locked gate into the kids world of swings, slides, climbing walls, and colorful tunnels and passageways. For an estimated 90 minutes, about 20 kids ran through the time of their lives as their parents and Auntie looked on in awe haha! A face painter was also setup on one side of that main room who painted next level and intricate animal, tribal, and celestial themed designs on some of the kids' faces while the others played. When the clock ticked to a certain time, the staff made an announcement to head towards the back party room for pizza, cupcakes, and presents. (My brother chose the food options and arranged for them to be delivered ahead of time.) The staff had setup the room perfectly, with a happy birthday banner over the cupcakes on the middle table, then little tables setup on both sides of that table with snacks, drinks, pizza, goodie bags, and long tables setup in the middle for the kiddos to sit at comfortably as they entered the room. Then the staff served them pizza. It was a sweet time - filled with laughter, smiles, birthday song, and full bellies. What a wonderful Sunday afternoon of childhood bliss!

Because of the weather forecast, we had to switch from an outdoor venue to an indoor one only a few…read moredays before my son's 3rd birthday. Imagination Playhouse made it easy to check for initial availability, with clearly written policies and party package offerings listed on their website, so I was able to secure the ideal time-slot with a deposit and waivers signed within minutes of calling. I was able to bring in catering without extra charge, while they provided the utensils, napkins, and plates. Issa and Jeff were my facility coordinators for the day. When we got there at start time, they were ready at the door to help us unload. They set up the decorations and snacks. Later they assisted with the catering, cake cutting, and distribution. Lastly they helped me tear down the decorations, pass out favors, and helped us load everything back. They were kind and patient with us, and they made running this party so much easier. The facilities were clean and organized, with age appropriate play areas set up with plenty of couches so parents can sit and watch their kids. The party room at the back was open at all times so kids could fuel up and go back out. It was a private party, which made the experience a lot more enjoyable for everyone. Most of the kids knew each other from daycare and family play dates. The parents got to spend time socializing with each other. Thank you for helping us host a fantastic birthday party my son won't forget!

No no no!!! This place needs a huge deep clean, they have mice running around and our kids are…read moreexpose to it

So luck to have "WOW Kids Playgroud" in my neighborhood…read more They have my hubby and mom favorite "Mitchell's Ice Cream" Look what we got! Mango - Half Gallon Vanilla - Half Gallon The place is great for the kids and big kids like me too. Always great service there. You must visit.

We had a great experience hosting a private birthday party at the venue. The facilities were clean…read moreand the staff were extremely helpful in taking the stress out of decorating, setting up and cleaning up for the event. It was a pleasure working with their event planner Susan who did an outstanding job in all the details. The play areas are also spacious enough for adults to play along with their children.

I've been to little Oceanauts a few times already as both an attendee for a birthday party and now…read moreas a host. The facility is clean and you can even see the staff keeping the space tidy /clean thoroughout the day. There's a great play space for all ages. I'm always impressed with their staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly, helpful and more importantly, they communicate well! During the party planning process, they're very transparent with the process. They send out clear emails detailing timelines of things that need to be. On the day of the party, I was able to enjoy hosting and talking while the staff helped me set up the party room beyond my expectations. The staff was very efficient on making sure they help you load / unload all the belongings back into your car. We can't wait to host more future parties here. My son always has a good time here!

The grandchild had a good time, but there were so many kids running around that I was afraid they'd…read morerun smack dab into each other! There were about four little boys running full speed around the play structure, sometimes running toward each other! Heart attack city! Regardless, the kiddo liked it!

I booked a party here and all went well. My kids and their friends had a blast…read more The young ladies they have on staff were all so kind, attentive, and helpful. Appreciate their positive energy. I'd like to note that their policy allows for entrance 10m before party time, but not after? Strange. I had a 2-hour party and I believe it should have been strongly discouraged for a party of my size. I didn't anticipate how rushed it would feel, nor that overage time would be charged by the minute at the end. While I understand their policy and did read about it beforehand, I would have appreciated a clearer recommendation during our initial communications. Given the size of my party (and I had extra people I didn't expect to show up come), more time was realistically needed for setup and breakdown, and a heads-up from peek a boo team would have been helpful, as they are the professionals.

I frequent this place because it's nearby, parking is convenient, and there is enough to do for a…read morecouple of hours in a safe indoor place. It costs $18 per child for a full day with ins and outs (only weekdays) which is great if you have freedom during the week. It''s $14 per child under 1 years old which is pricey in my opinion however they are free if they are accompanied by a paid sibling. Really no reason to bring a kid under one here unless you're trying to entertain an older sibling. They say there's only 1 adult per child playing but me and my husband have come with just one kid before. Need to have peek-a-boo factory socks which are $3. Here's what they list on their website along with my comments: Junior Play Area (3 - 12 yrs old)- I'd say 12 is a little on the older side for what they have. Ideally 3-8 although I'm sure 8+ kids will have fun. Just hard when there are mostly younger kids around. Toddler/Baby Play Area (0 - 3 yrs old): here there are a couple of slides which kids like, a wood train set that doesn't have correct pieces to piece together (but not many kids will notice), a magnetic wall with gears that adults have to fix for the kids since they are usually pulled apart, very little food for the play kitchen which looks a little dirty, some velcro shapes that don't stick very well to the wall, and the glow up pegs you can stick into the board. It's hard to tell that they light up since the area is well lit in general. There are some duplos with a small lego table and some large cushion lego pieces you can help the kids play with if you are hands on. There's also a music section but sometimes the wall pieces are broken, as well as a large mat piano. Overall, not the best area for 0-3 year olds but it will keep them busy while their older siblings play. Rock Wall- I've never seen anyone on this and wonder if it's just for parties. It's a fairly narrow climb so straightforward. Interactive Games- they are setting up more and more of these money makers and making them flashy and loud to get kids attention. I don't really enjoy these but they include a whack-a-mole, a mini air hockey table, a motorcycle ride that they've had forever with tom from tom and jerry, a stomping game, and a couple of aiming type games. It's overpriced and I'd rather see other options that don't dig into pockets. Huge Party Room- I haven't had a party here so can't say much. Snack Bar- nice to have an option for rushed parents but everything is marked well up. Includes apple sauce pouches, honest juice, and bunch of other packaged snacks from $1+ Parents Seating Area- ample seating on cushions or chairs with small circular tables. Water Fountains- near bathrooms which are large and tidy single rooms. Free WiFi- works fine. Free Indoor Parking Lot- one of the hugest perks of this place. Overall, we like this place and come monthly for its convenience. I think it would be better if they revamped the toddler section and considered something other than the dollar arcade machines. They also have a section of treats/coin machines near the bathrooms, but I would rather see an interactive wall or something educational/interesting.

We had my son's 5th birthday party at Bay Play and it was such a great experience from start to…read morefinish. The staff was incredibly nice, organized, and helpful, which made the whole party feel stress-free. The facility was very clean and there was so much variety for the kids to do -- climbing wall, arcade games, obstacle course, giant jumping pad, and plenty of space to run around and play. Every kid had an amazing time, and multiple parents told me afterward that they would love to have their own child's birthday party there. Highly recommend for a fun and easy birthday party!

We needed somewhere for my kiddo and nephew to go on a rainy winter break day and luckily Bay Play…read morewas one of the few kid spots open on New Year's Day. Off the bat, I want to say this is one of the more affordable indoor playgrounds I've been to (some I've gone to will charge for adults?!) and there was no time limit (some places give you a time limit of how long you can play for) so that was a plus. They do require you to purchase their socks (can't be grippy socks from anywhere else) but even with the socks and day pass, I want to say it was only $35? The kids loved running around the swing ropes, the indoor playground with slide, and the big bouncy thingy under the bouldering wall. My only concern about the bouncy thingy by the bouldering wall is there aren't any safety rails or things around it and I can't tell if it's safer with or without it but I definitely needed to stay close by in case he bounced off the entire cushion thingy. If you have highly sensitive little ones or neurodivergent kiddos, this place may be a tad overstimulating with the arcade right smack dab in the middle. Like other reviewers had mentioned, it would be nice if the arcade was slightly away from the physical play so that kids aren't distracted/overstimulated by the arcade screens. We did eventually end our outing at the arcades (spent another $40 on the game card...sigh) but luckily we won a big jackpot from one of the games to make it all worth it! Of note, you can't really wear your shoes in the bathroom which is kinda gross so bear that in mind. All in all, definitely one of the better indoor playgrounds in the Bay Area!

We booked a private party here for my 5 year old and it was one of the best parties I've…read moreexperienced hosting! Why? Because: - the party coordinator I emailed with was always quick to respond, did so thoroughly, and everything was seamless. - the party host (Mike) was awesome. Friendly, patient, helpful, and a good attitude. There are def some workers here who seem like they may be having a bad day or just don't want to deal with people (noticings on previous visits), but Mike is not like that. I'm grateful we had him! - venue and party room were clean and ready. The set up was exactly as described with an extra table for adults outside the party room. Tableclothes/napkins/plates and a backdrop stand (poles) and tape for decorations were provided. - staff will clean up the party room after, but we did majority because I feel it's rude to just leave everything for one person to clean up after. - our party was from 11-2pm, however guests were allowed to stay and play until they wanted to leave (or until next private party starts). We didn't feel rushed or pressured or stressed. Was probably the best part of the experience. - since there was no party the night before, we were able to decorate the night before the party and I was elated. I don't understand how some places only offer 30 minutes for some quick touches. Works for some but not for me since I enjoy going above and beyond when it comes to decorating. We had time enough to build the balloon arch from scratch and hang up everything else. I will note that the party room has a lot of blemishes on the wall, so I recommend bringing decorations that will cover them. I used balloon clusters and photo printouts. Our total came out to $880 and was well worth the 50 guests we hosted. Wholeheartedly recommend booking a private party here.

No complaints about the place itself, as my 3yo son really enjoys it. However, since this is a…read morekids' space, I do think that learning to smile and making customers;esp children, feel welcomed and comfortable is important. This is our second time here. The first time we visited, we only stayed for about 30 minutes because they were about to close, but we still paid the full amount without complaints, even though the front desk lady did not greet us. My son still enjoyed his short playtime, so I decided to give the place another chance. I thought maybe the first experience was just a bad day, but the second visit was the same or even worse. My son patiently waited for the place to open at 11 a.m. just to be greeted with an unfriendly expression. Overall, the experience with the facility itself is good, but the customer service could definitely be improved. If you don't like what you're doing, why be in this kind of service? Sorry, but we will definitely not be coming back.

I'm writing this review on behalf of my 4 year old daughter, she's not yelping yet, but would say…read morethat Jumpity Bumpity is one of her favorite placs. It's a fun place to meet new friends to play with and on these cold and rainy days, a place to play and get the energy out. As a mom, it's noisy and crowded and not exactly my favorite place. However, they have these massage chairs that work at $1 per minute and that's a fun way to pass the time.

It's been a few years since we've been back but I have to say that this experience was much better…read morethan our first. The good: Lots of fun things for children to explore and do. Interactive technology so children can play in multiple ways by themselves or with one another. Cushy benches all along the facility for parents to relax while children play. The not so good: Only bathroom is the mall bathroom. 20 dollar minimum to get in for 2 hours. Would be nice if there was an hour option. 10 dollar charge if more than one parent or adult goes in?! That charge is ridiculous. Many children are with both parents and i'm guessing this charge is more about space than anything else. The adults SUPERVISING their children are not typically here for their own enjoyment yet they're being charged an extra fee if more than one comes? You're wrong for that. Overall, my child still finds this place fun so I suppose that's what matters most.

Our son loved playing with the other kids and trying out the different toys and equipment. He was…read morehappily entertained for a full 1.5 hours (which honestly impressed us ). The mini trampoline and ball pit were the biggest hits. It felt clean, safe, and really well set up for younger kids. I could also see this being amazing if you have family in town and need somewhere for kids to blow off steam -- or just need a good rainy day energy burner. They have water available, which is always a plus. Honestly the place was such a hit. We can't wait to go back again. We are also so excited that this place popped up in Sausalito.

Tessa truly brought Emma's birthday party at The Social Klub to life in a way that went beyond our…read morewildest dreams. Every detail was so thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed--it felt like stepping into a perfectly curated celebration. The decorations were absolutely stunning, the cake was both gorgeous and delicious, and the goody bags were such a hit with the kids and parents. You can really feel the care, creativity, and intention behind everything Tessa does. We were able to fully enjoy the day and be present with our guests because she handled everything so seamlessly. We're so grateful for such a special, memorable celebration for Emma. Would highly recommend!

Not only is their selection of children's toys unbearably cute and aesthetic, the girl at the…read morecounter with the glasses is so sweet and always takes the time to wrap my purchases for me. That in itself is a reason to go here and buy gifts for birthday parties etc.! Every parent I've bought a gift for from here has asked me where this store is. Also not just for kids - I always end up buying from their selection of stickers, cards, socks for myself and my friends!

Great little spot for high-quality children's gifts…read more The fun little makers Museum next-door is also quite cool, but they're not open to the public.