I want to say this has been one of the highlights of my family trip. When your 16 yo his 17 yo best…read morefriend and wife all agree on this fact it says something. As adults we have this tendency to say "if I knew then what I knew now, I'd have paid more attention in school!" Well here's your chance. This tiny aquarium will impart more knowledge in a short visit than you probably take in most months if you take advantage of it. The interns and owner (a former teacher) are committed to answering questions. The things they are studying and sharing are amazing. If you go in and you want to learn and ask questions this will be an experience you won't forget. Think of the best science teacher you ever had, having an opportunity to show the world what she loves to talk about... and that is what you have here. Do yourself a favor, go, enjoy and learn!!

We went awhile back to see Charlotte and were sorely disappointed. Hearing of her death today…read morereminded me I had forgotten to write a review. This location is privately run and not for educational purposes. More like going to a friends house to see their pets. Please consider going to an aquarium run by scientists for educational purposes.

Love it! Sri is wonderful and very helpful and it's a great little space. Very affordable with…read morewonderful things for the kids to get into :)

From the owner: Kidz Zone is the first interactive playroom in Mooresville, North Carolina…read more We have activities for infants, toddlers and school aged kids. It's a place where parents can relax and let their kids learn, play, create! We have activities for infants, toddlers and school aged kids. Weekday mornings we have infant and toddler sensory play and art We have free WiFi We have drop off care from 9AM-11AM We offer a great place for birthday parties without all the excess hassles! We have winter,spring and summer camps We'll have craft time and during the holidays kids can make presents for their parents, siblings or friends We offer support groups for moms

If you are looking for fun in the Hickory, NC area that does not involve alcohol or beer & suits…read morefamilies of all ages, go to Treetop Adventures! The courses are challenging, the staff is cool and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere is sooo chill. We were there on a Sunday afternoon, there was a breeze up the trees & the view was beautiful. There's a small course for kiddos that my daughter enjoyed tremendously. You can relax at their beach on Lake Hickory or their huge back deck. We are going back soon, for sure. Thanks, John!! You & your crew are .

Fun and challenging. The guides, Elizabeth and Maddie (sorry if I spelled it wrong) were awesome. I…read moredefinitely recommend coming here. The courses are perfect for any skill level. Self guided and go at your own pace!

Great time with the family on Father's Day with the one-on-one primate experience. Brought my sons…read moreand hubby and the staff was so prepared and welcoming. We sat in the concession building for a bit exploring before our session started. Once they scooped us up we were escorted to a private indoor area and got to meet and connect with red leemers, an armadillo, a sweet baby spider monkey and one more primate I can't recall the ame. Our trainers were very knowledgeable and so good with the animals and us. We spent about an hour with the animals and then walked the property to checkout the giraffes (we were warned not to get to close), sleuths, kangaroos, tigers and so many more animals. Highly recco if you have an animal lover amongst you.

I wish we had never paid to come here. What was supposed to be an enjoyable visit turned into an…read moreexperience that left us feeling genuinely sad for the animals. Several of the enclosures seemed much too small, the facility was run down, and the entire place felt neglected. We also saw very little visible staff presence actually checking on or caring for the animals. Walking through the facility, it was hard to ignore the condition of the enclosures and the overall lack of upkeep. I understand that no facility is going to be perfect, but when you are responsible for the care of animals, there should be a much higher standard. What we personally saw was concerning enough that we would never return or recommend this place to anyone. We left feeling terrible for the animals and regretting that our admission money went toward supporting this facility. In my opinion, the conditions we witnessed deserve serious scrutiny from the appropriate animal welfare authorities. This place needs major improvements.

The recreation center was reopened back in January but remains closed right now because of the…read morepandemic. Inside, when it re-reopens, there is a gym with a hardwood floor, kitchens, meeting rooms, classrooms, and game rooms. Outside, the park features a large playground area, covered picnic shelters, walking path and a pickleball court. Of course, the playground is roped off but the rest of the park area is accessible. There is parking. [Review 13196 overall, 513 of 2020.]

Awesome playground. One of the best I've visited w/ my daughter! The lady I spoke to also mentioned…read moresummer programs! I can't wait.

YES. We scheduled the private tour and it was so fun! We met the animals and were able to give…read moresnacks and love. It's an amazing mission and we're in awe of their work! Playground review: it's a super nice space and is designed for ages 2-12. There's a ton of different equipment for all abilities. However frustrating when older/larger kids are wreaking havoc and abusing the equipment while moms are talking with their backs turned away from the playground. Don't be those moms.

Excellent animal rescue center and educational activities! Fabulous staff and friendly service for…read morekids. My child enjoyed every opportunity to meet animals in a relaxed and educational environment. They have a wonderful playground outside and is free. The animal tour is $10 / adult and $3 for kids. Worth every penny, my kid had never enjoyed animals until this trip. The outdoor animals are in excellent comfort and clean areas. We fed goats and pigs. Then we went inside and saw Guinea pigs, rabbits, and a lizard! Phenomenal educational opportunity!! You do need a reservation for the animal tours and they have summer camp so call Ahead to make sure it's available. Parking is in the lot.

Playland in Mooresville is a win! Took my grandson--he loved it. Clean, sanitized, great service,…read moresnacks, coffee, and fun indoor play. They host parties too!

i purchased a juice from them for my 4 year old, he took 2 sips and when i tasted it, it tasted…read morelike straight alcohol. i let the workers know that the drink had fermented and they were completely dismissive. MY 4 YEAR OLD WAS GIVEN ALCOHOL FROM THIS ESTABLISHMENT, AND THEY DIDN'T CARE. obviously its not the workers fault that the juice had gone bad, but i do think if you are going to be working at a place for children, you have more responsibility than these people exhibited. i will definitely not be returning, and strongly advise anyone thinking of going here to reconsider. also saw a kid choking out another kid in the ballpit

This place was SOOOOOO much interactive fun!! My boo took me here for a date and we had a blast…read more Took so many pics, it is ridiculous. It was a very different kind of experience as I have never been through a drive through animal park where you can feed the animals. I enjoyed it greatly! All types of animals - zebras, giraffes, donkeys, baby piglets, ostriches, llamas, alpacas and more. I would totally go back. So much fun and everyone that works there was awesome, friendly, informative!

Shame on you Lazy 5....you break the law every time you turn someone with a service animal away. A…read morecomplaint will be filed with the ADA on behalf of my daughter and her Autism service dog. I even offered to sit in the car the entire time (with the dog) so my 2 daughters could go on the ride through experience. Just so you are aware, here is what the law says... A zoo cannot deny you entry just because you have a service dog. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), zoos are public accommodations and must allow service dogs anywhere the general public is allowed -- with only a few narrow exceptions. --- What the ADA actually says * Zoos must admit service dogs in all public areas. US Service A... * They may only restrict a service dog from specific zones where the dog's presence would disturb or endanger the animals, such as:* Petting zoos * Walk‑through exhibits * Predator/prey enclosures * Back‑of‑house areas These restrictions must be based on real safety concerns, not fear or assumptions. The Seeing Eye * Even when an area is restricted, the zoo must provide an alternate route so you can still enjoy the exhibit. US Service A... * A zoo cannot ban service dogs from the entire facility. US Service A... --- When a zoo can deny access Only two situations allow a zoo to exclude a service dog from a specific area: * The dog is out of control (e.g., barking, lunging, not under handler control). * The dog is not housebroken. These are the only ADA‑approved reasons for exclusion from public areas. tukilost.com --- What staff are allowed to ask Legally, zoo employees may ask only: 1. "Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?" 2. "What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?" They cannot ask for paperwork, certification, or proof. Lazy 5 Ranch is not exempt from ADA service‑animal laws -- but they are allowed to restrict service dogs from certain areas because of the unique nature of their facility. Here's the full breakdown, grounded in ADA rules and how they apply to walk‑through or drive‑through animal parks. --- ADA rules for places like Lazy 5 Ranch Under the ADA, all public accommodations must allow service dogs. Zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks fall under this category.

Fantastic wooden playground! My 2 year old loved it. It's all wooden or roped with the exception of…read morethe slides. Bridges, nets, rope climbs throughout! I reallllly appreciate how this playground is designed ie not having multiple cutouts at the very top (so I don't have to worry about my toddler falling). This playground reminds me of the ones I played on way back in the 90s. Lots of parking. Nature center on site. I will be back when in the area!

Beautiful park! The county has spared nothing when they planned this park. They have paved trails,…read morekayaking, kids playground, dog park and more. They have picnic stations and tables with umbrellas. They also have a nature center and a ranger on site. I was very impressed with this park and will return. This is well worth a visit and can't wait to return.

The hug tour was such an amazing experience! You get to spend a full hour with alpacas feeding…read morethem, petting them, and (trying) to hug them. The animals are absolutely adorable and so friendly. They're not the biggest huggers haha, but they get super excited when you bring out the food. Enough food is included in the price so you'll have plenty to share with them. The alpacas and the farm are really well taken care of. Honestly, an hour is the perfect amount of time for this activity, you get to enjoy it fully without it feeling too long. I'd wear leggings with long socks, since there are insects in the grass. Overall, it was such a calming and therapeutic experience. Definitely not just for kids, adults will love it just as much!

An hour long drive from Charlotte into an oasis of alpacas. This wife and husband duo team keep the…read morealpacas in tip top shape. The wife (I forgot her name but please charge it to my head and not my heart) was sooo knowledgeable and sooo friendly. I asked a ton of questions because as a native New Yorker, this was quite an unforgettable experience. Pull out those phones and put them on portrait mode folks!! You can even hug some of the alpacas!! They have a small jungle gym/ swing area for the kids and lots of cool games such as bean bag and hammocks. This Mommy and daughter date couldn't have went any better and was worth my PTO day. They have some picnic tables on the property but we went to MLK park 20 mins away and ate by the water. They have a store on the property that has the cutest items for sale for reasonable prices.