Children's Neighborhood Museum is an absolute blast for children from infancy all the way up to…read more6/7. My 1.5 year old had so much fun, she cried when it was time to leave. It's also SO reasonably priced at only $7/child for non-residents and Wednesdays are free play days. It's only open for 2 hours a day outside of member hours (you get an extra 30 minutes before open if you're a member), but honestly, 2 hours is plenty of time for us for my little to get her energy out. I was pleasantly surprised at how well kept and relatively clean the place was as well considering it isn't "manned" by an employee. I would have never guessed this kid's spot was ran by Round Grove Park District. We will definitely make the hike from VH again.

From the owner: Imagine a tot-sized replica of a town built especially for kids. A place where they can drive a car…read moreto the grocery store, gas up at the local gas station, be a fireman, police officer or even a daycare worker! Our Neighborhood is a place where children ages 1-6 practice various roles in a community, challenging themselves to explore, imagine and create, exercising both mind and body. We also have a crawler zone for those with siblings under 1. We meet a variety of "Illinois State Early Learning Standards" that have been developed for Early Childhood Developmental Education.

My partner and I were looking for another indoor playground for young kids as our weekend…read moreexcursion. Mama Rosa did a little Yelp search and found "Time Out Party and Play" and we executed our plan to check this place out with our little ones. The place had a cute vibe. The one-time open play admission was $15, without the entry to the sensory room. The attendant was very kind and allowed us to use the sensory room without an extra charge. Honestly, the sensory room was my favorite part because the room was actually serene, soothing, and great for kids who wanted to take a break from the physical play. The setup was quite inspiring in that sensory room and I could definitely see it as my ideal room design. Interactive, learning-driven toys were filled on the walls and and it was fun to see the kids jumping on the water trampoline. Patrons were courteous and I could see my older one had a lot of fun. My younger one was slightly timid due his petite size, but he ended up sticking to the small slide adjacent to the large two-story playpen. Some parents were able to "relax" for the time being by chilling at the cafe area nearing the playground. I believe there was a menu available to order the food and drinks in from a third-party coffeeshop. The register, on the other hand, had some pops and juice boxes for sale. "Time Out Party and Play" caters for birthday parties. I took a glance on the pricing poster and it seemed pretty reasonable to me if any parent wanted to plan an official birthday celebration by inviting friends and families. Nowadays the mall has gotten so much more emptier, yet a business like this should be a keeper! We don't live anywhere near the Hawthorne Mall in Vernon Hills, so we will be back when we can.

I had been eyeing the signs for Time Out Party & Play for what felt like an eternity, waiting for…read moreit to open so that my daughter and I could FINALLY check it out. Well today, my friends, was the day!! We came in about 4:45pm on a Saturday. There were maybe 5 other children playing. I had already checked out the prices, so I knew what to expect: $20 for open play, $28 for open play + drink + toy or $15 for open sensory play (great for toddlers and babies). Although I was initially a little hesitant about the $20 open play fee based on the space, I can confidently say that I got my money's worth, as my daughter was entertained for a solid hour and a half, and still didn't want to leave. The sensory area is a wonderful, quiet, low-light space for toddlers and babies who would otherwise be overwhelmed (or trampled) in the play area. The main play area is great, as you can see your child from just about every angle, and even on a busy day, the space is small enough that they're a safe distance away from you at all times. Adults aren't allowed on the second story of the play gym, but even my reserved 3 year old was able to maneuver most of the stuff on the second floor with confidence and ease. There are plenty of seats and tables for parents to hangout, or for kids to take a break, and cubbies for your shoes (socks only play). Great play space for kids 6 and under, but somewhat older siblings could enjoy the space as well! They offer private and semi-private party packages at a reasonable rate, too! The staff was friendly and helpful, and took the time to answer all of my questions.

always a blast a Kids Empire. Cassie and Anna were awesome hosts. kids don't want to leave!read more

Great Place to take the kids and spend great family time. We all had a great time. Jeremiah and…read moreTravis are great, very courteous and professional. Definitely recommend this Kids Empire. very nice employees and great times!

I've been attempting to keep my busy tot as active as possible during these last few weeks of…read moresummer, and had FunFlatables on our "Summer '24 Bucket List". For just $12 you have access to all day play from 11am-7pm (11am-6pm on Sundays), and you're able to come and go throughout the day as long as you have a dated wristband. They have multiple party package options for anyone interested, but the space does remain open to the public during your party time (which is the norm for most kid party places). We came at 3:50pm on a Tuesday, and had the entire place to ourselves. The inflatables are well maintained, and the toddler area is clean and spacious. The manager was very friendly and personable, and notified us that there are coupons available on the site for the next time we'd like to purchase more than one open play pass in order to save a few bucks. I think if there were more kids here, my daughter would have wanted to stay longer, but we did get a solid hour in, and she asked me if she could have her birthday party here ;).

A lot of flatables for kids and kept them entertained. Loved how there was enough room for multiple…read moreparties and the service was decent. No complaints! Will be going back in a couple of weeks.

We love The Hangout! We've been here a few times since the new owner took over and this is one of…read morethe few play places where my daughter has the space to actively engage with other children in a natural space that isn't overstimulating. It seems like there is something new every time we come here, without being overwhelming or cluttered. We have also taken a few classes here as well, and have enjoyed every single one. I appreciate that drop in play is under $20, and the one-time and weekly classes are always reasonably priced.

We LOVE the Hangout! Absolutely fantastic spot to bring the kiddos! The new owner, Alexis, has done…read morean absolutely amazing job revitalizing the space and making it SO WARM and INVITING for my children. The classes are especially great, and a major highlight to this space that I haven't seen at any other "indoor play spaces" - Alexis does such a great job organizing and creating fun, engaging classes for all ages. She's always got a schedule for new and fun classes! If you've got young kids, this place needs to be on your radar!

This is a must visit place for parents of young children. I brought my four year old son and he so…read moremuch enjoyed exploring and playing independently. You can see the entire space from the cozy couches and chairs which I believe allows children to feel confident playing freely. The space is decorated so well; it is a very modern, cozy space with obviously very carefully curated toys. There is coffee and a water dispenser available for the parents. Snacks for the kids. They have an online reservation system that helps to keep the play times to smaller groups. Book online before coming or even in the parking lot last minute!

What a great place! My little one goes 2-3 times a week and always find something different to…read moreexplore!

Hidden Gem. This…read moreplace is buried in the back of this strip mall and those that have found it have probably searched for a kiddie place and saw it pop up. It's easy to miss. This is my daughter's favorite place to play. The staff here are friendly and wonderful. There are so many things to do. On this trip we rode the wheeled vehicles around, played in the princess castle with the costumes, and played in the little town and grocery store. It's worth the price of admission.

Great place for toddlers! Very clean & well organized. Def recommend! Staff was friendly.read more

My boys (ages 5,3, and 1) and I have attended 4 sessions and we will definitely be back. The create…read moreand play is perfect for ages 5 and under. What I like about it is the mix of structure (there's an instructor led activity or creative art project) but also lots of open play and chance to socialize.

My daughter's first class was when she was just 3 months old. She later went again when she was…read more11-months and now she is a regular. Miss Kristen is a professional, being a mother herself is very nurturing and kind. The vibes there are very calm, peaceful, and bright. The classes are carefully curated. The special events are well thought out, creative, and timely. For example, we went to a Peter Play Date for Easter, there was a Daddy-Daughter dance for Father's Day weekend, and we will go to a Baby Olympics in July. I am thankful there is a place in town that gives my child wonderful and unique experiences. Highly recommend this place if you want to aide in your baby-toddler's development through creative play.