Recently had a birthday party here. We doubled booked and the staff was very accommodating towards…read moreus. We rented the pirate cove area and it was very clean. There was some issues with the electricity going on and off. I did wish the park closed a little later than 8 pm. I also wish the pirate cove area was also 4 hours and not 3, but the kids definitely enjoyed the entire time. Overall, very satisfied with having a party at Enchanted Island.

This place has been our go-to birthday spot for both of my kids for years, and we keep coming back…read morefor good reason. The train ride is a blast, the climbing wall is massive, and watching kids lose their minds on the bumper boats never gets old. The party packages are reasonably priced, which is a huge plus when you're hosting a group. They also recently added fans and misters to the party area, and it makes a world of difference especially on hot days. If you're looking for a fun, affordable spot for a kids' party (or just a family outing), definitely check this place out. Highly recommend!

Best children's museum I've ever been to. Easily. We're from out of town and visited while in…read morePhoenix for a wedding, and from just trying to find something inside to entertain the kids, this turned out to be a highlight. The sheer variety of things for kids to explore is incredible. Between the enormous climbing structure, Noodle Forest, building activities, and imaginative play spaces, every turn brings something else to discover. There's so much for different ages and interests, which makes a huge difference when visiting with kids who are at different stages. We took my 16 year old niece and 11 year old nephew and they enjoyed it just as much as my almost 2 and 6 year old. What impressed me most was how much freedom kids have to explore and make their own fun. They can climb, build, pretend, experiment, and follow whatever catches their attention. So much thought clearly went into making this a place for kids to actually play. Give yourselves plenty of time. This is the kind of place where "just one more thing" happens repeatedly. Phoenix families are lucky to have this nearby!

Museums can be pretty boring for kids. But this museum is basically all hands on. Good clean fun…read morefor the kids. Went here on a father-daughters trip (6yo, 8yo). I've been here a few times and this last time it seemed slightly less fun than the first time. Example, they loved the noodle forest the first time but barely wanted to do it this time. But then the big looping tube track was a big hit this time. Didn't really like the big tree this time while last time they loved it. I would say that I went more on a what you want to do. I didn't force them to participate in any crafts or anything. In doing that, I might have felt that they got a little more for the money. Do beware that room can get a bit messy with the paint. We had lunch there as well and kids enjoyed it.

The railroad park is my son's version of Disneyland. We come here multiple times a week to ride the…read moretrain and play in the playground, also to run around too. There's a lovely carousel that my son isn't a fan of (yet) but available to go on along side the wonderful train ride. There's a small shop I haven't bought anything from yet but they do sell snacks and ice cream. All of the employees at the park are nice and the park is well maintained. $3 per adult and children under 2 ride free.

We had such a fun experience at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park for their Halloween event! They…read moredid such a fantastic job creating a fun atmosphere for everyone. My niece had the BEST time! We enjoyed the train ride during the day and even came back for the nighttime experience--it was so much fun! She especially loved the carousel and went on it a couple of times. We also walked around the park area and just enjoyed spending the day together. Everything was so well done, and it was such a fun experience from start to finish. I would definitely recommend it, especially if you're looking for something fun to do with the kids. We made some great memories and will definitely be back! Took a lot of photos, but I'm not gonna post my niece so here's a little clip video and one photo

Amazing spa party!!! The best party my little girl has ever attended. Friendly and professional…read moreparty staff. Great with the kids!

Attended a Squish Slime Kid Party at Christmas time. What fun!!! Had no idea what was involved…read more. Heather brought all the stuff to mix the slime, bowls, spatula, powder, activator, color, scent and charms...she walked us through each step.. It is a great party.. Everyone had lots of fun. I recommend booking a party MNash

Over the years, the Phoenix Zoo has been a special place to go with friends, family, dates, and…read moreeven on my own. I even remember a time when my work brought our entire team for an afternoon of team-building and lunch at the zoo (with the animals, of course) and other times when my wife and I got a behind-the-scenes tour with friends. I have also been there for charity events and special zoo events. While the food at the zoo is fine, the animals are great, and the zoo staff are amazing. This is a great zoo, and I am proud to have been a member off and on over the years. While I am not a member now, I anticipate I will be again sooner than later. The zoo is divided into sections. For the most steps and the longest journey, definitely check out the Desert Discovery Train (and even see the special exhibit Dinosaurs of the Desert). You will even walk near Governor Hunt's Tomb in Papago Park. This section connects to the Africa Trail. This is where I recall feeding giraffes and seeing monkeys and baboons. As you head to the Forest of Uco, you will pass Monkey Village and can take a camel ride. The Forest of Uco is next to the Tropics Trail with the tigers, rhinos, and elephants. Nearby is the Harmony House and the Children's Trail with a petting zoo. And if you go back near the entrance, there is the Arizona Trail. There is just so much to see and one visit won't do you justice! While daily activities include animal encounters, a safari cruiser, a carousel, Scooterpals, tours, scavenger hunts, 4D movies, and play areas, there are also zoo events like Roars & Pours, Spooky Safari, the Zoo and Move 5K, and of course Zoo Lights, which include a Cruise Zoo Lights and a Sensory Friendly Zoo Lights. Some of these events are at night when only a few animals are out, but there are always some animal encounters. Some involve alcohol or food, and others involve creative fundraisers with silent auctions and raffle drawings. Check out the Phoenix Zoo website (https://www.phoenixzoo.org) to learn more about admissions prices, becoming a member, daily activities, programs, events, a zoo map, conservation information, how to give back, and so much more. There is a lot to explore online and even more to explore in person. I highly recommend this zoo!!

Great zoo, loved the kids play areas. A nice selection of…read moreanimals. The only reasons I gave it 4 stars was the forced exit through the gift shop. I get it is a money maker, however those of us with autistic kids know what can easily be a "no" turns into a 30-60 minute exploration of every item, needing to touch everything, and a full blown meltdown. Give people the option to avoid... please.

We will be back for sure!! This experience was unforgettable for our kiddos and was so intimate for…read morethe kids getting one on one up close, hands on encounters with Nicole's animals. Their favorite was giving her pigs belly scratches and Norman the Highlander cow could not be cuter!! Nicole the owner is an incredible human being and cares so well for these animals...and the people she's helping with the power of animals love and touch.

From the owner: Welcome to Rebel Hearts Ranch, a serene and welcoming homestead nestled in the heart of San Tan…read moreValley, Arizona. At our ranch, we believe in the transformative power of animals in healing and enhancing the human spirit. Our mission is to foster a harmonious environment where individuals can experience the therapeutic and nurturing bond between humans and animals. We understand that each individual comes to us with unique needs and aspirations, and our goal is to tailor an experience that resonates with and benefits each person. Please note we are by appointment only.

Of the trampoline parks in Phoenix, this is our favorite. It isn't the biggest, but it's the most…read morewell taken care of. We've been for a birthday and a single jump session and either way it's worth it! Plenty of seating for adults and easy to monitor kids no matter where you are!

Fourth attempt to come for a sensory Saturday and the Arcadia location was not open for it. Maybe…read moredon't advertise an opportunity for kids with special needs and not show up for it? Shameful.

We love our little neighborhood park! Our son just turned 1 and loves going on the swings, we enjoy…read morefamily picnics here (Pro tip: get sandwiches from 56th street deli! YUM!), and it is a great place to meet with friends and their kiddos. We actually had his first birthday here and it was awesome because the kids had loads to do! The only struggle was that their gazebos are first come, first serve so this mama didn't sleep the night before hoping that we'd get one for his party! I went at 6:30 AM and the large one was already taken by a small 5K group, but we did end up getting the smaller one on the south size of the park. However, I did have to sit there from 6:30 AM until his party started at 10 AM (facepalm). That said, if you're a crazy planner like me, maybe don't throw a party here because the space is unknown until the day-of! All in all, we love it and will probably be back this weekend! :)

This park looks rough and not very well maintained honestly but that's just my opinion!!! The area…read moreis supposedly repetitively expensive and classy ALLEDGLY but I personally find it a bit ....NEVERMIND. Not my vibe! Anyway, I wouldn't advise to picnic in this park since it's pretty bland but there is a park up the road that I found a bit better with heavy traffic due to the tennis court and in which, one feels a bit more safe walking in. There's a Starbs in front of it and other fast in and out restaurants .... not fast food but. yogurt, and pizza grab n go type. There's parking but this park again, not my vibe! Someone was having an event here where everyone was in all white and that looked interesting so I suppose you could have small events here since it's wide open.

Went to see James Hood's "Astronomica" at the Dome - what an experience!…read more We had VIP tickets and sat in the reclining chairs, the whole dome ceiling covered in twinkling stars before the actual show itself. The music was performed by an orchestra, I believe it was the Hungary Philharmonic in the credits, and the narration was about how we are all part of the Universe, stardust over millennia becoming bodies. This is a visual performance without astronomy as a lesson; the graphics are fantastic and all around you as you lie back - just like gazing at the sky at night. I couldn't help smiling during the entire hour! The seats were great, I'm so glad we sat in the recliners and not upright for the display. Parking - we found out later - is at the Heritage building and they will validate your ticket; we parked in the other garage and it wasn't cheap due to the game nearby. It is wheelchair accessible, but in the Ladies restroom there was only one stall for disabled. In the atrium there's a gift shop as in all museums, and a cafeteria still open when we left the Dome. The ongoing Julia Child exhibit was right near the Astronomica show, so I went and took a walk around the exhibit: big fan of Julia so it was an extra bonus :) I enjoyed the experience very much, I hope you will too!

I DISLIKE MY EXPERIENCE…read more.. first of all, I went to this k-pop demon hunters thing at the dome thinking it was going to be this cool thing and it was not. All it was is music and backgrounds and you dance. NONE OF THE BACKGROUNDS RELATED TO THE MOVIE. mind you.. it was a hundred dollars. i could've bought CHICK-FIL-A for my family with that. if you go... you will regret it.

We could not have picked a better place than Fate Brewing - Phoenix for our wedding Welcome Party!…read moreWe reserved the first hour for our rehearsal dinner and speeches with our wedding party, and then transitioned into the Welcome Party with all of our guests. We had around 60 people total, and the space could not have worked better for a group our size. We had both the indoor and outdoor spaces reserved for the entire evening, including the full patio with misters to keep everyone cool, lawn games that were a huge hit with our very competitive group, and indoor booths and long tables. Everyone had plenty of room to sit, mingle, play games, grab a drink, and move between the indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the night. The Fate team was incredible from start to finish. They let us come in ahead of time to tour the space and plan our menu, and when our final guest count ended up being smaller than originally expected, they were extremely flexible with our budget. They gave us options for drink tickets or an open bar tab and allowed us to adjust how much we put toward food, drinks, and snacks so we could create exactly what worked for our group. The food was AMAZING! We had a full taco bar for our rehearsal dinner and a fun pretzel wall for the Welcome Party, and they even allowed us to bring in our own décor and desserts. The staff also went above and beyond with drink recommendations and made sure there were great options for everyone, whether they drank alcohol or not, while also helping accommodate allergies. We were especially impressed by how attentive the staff was throughout the entire night. Managing a group of around 60 people is no small task, but we never felt like we were waiting for anything. They were always one step ahead, checking on our guests, keeping everything flowing, and making sure we could simply enjoy the night. The flexibility, hospitality, and willingness of the entire Fate team to go above and beyond made our night so easy and memorable. It was the absolute perfect way to kick off our wedding weekend, and we cannot recommend Fate Brewing - Phoenix enough for a quick drink or lunch, rehearsal dinner, Welcome Party, or large group event!

What I got : Staycation wear coast ipa…read more Spinach artichoke dip Hot honey burger Sweet potato fries The Jess pizza Chicken tinga tacos I didn't like a lot of the beers here. I tried about six but the staycation was pretty decent. Spinach artichoke is actually pretty good. Doesn't have those hard pieces of artichoke that you usually get with the cheap frozen versions, came with salsa to which is more on the watery sign with a kick it was alright , sweet potato fries are extremely crunchy and hot and they give you aloooot of them I was actually shocked how much they give you they were the best SP fries I've had thus yet perfect crunch , The chicken tacos are a bit spicy if you're like a white person level zero lol but they're pretty flavorful with what is on top of them but in general, I think the chicken is a bit dry but topping help with that problem, the Jess pizza was actually really good. Very crispy probably one of the best thin pizzas I've had our service was pretty decent too This place was pretty spacious and I liked their seating options. Pretty unique we were at a low bench long table type which was nice for mingling and sharing bites i'm surprised with how much I actually ended up liking the food with breweries. It's always like a hit or miss but this place was a pretty good spot. I just wish they had beers that I liked more.