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3.4 (23 reviews)
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This an amazing park
Seren B.

A great park for kids. They have a lot to do and the community in this area is amazing

Business hours which are subject to change at any time with no notice. *prices subject to change too*
Seraphina W.

With a heavy heart I wrote this, because it really is a great idea and there are few things like this these days. You just see the joy on children's faces as they walk up to this location. Sadly, unless you're first upon opening (like our first experience), or randomly pick the correct day when it is functional, you also will see the disappointment on the kids' faces as their parents are turned away. Of the 5 times we have commuted, we have only been able to ride the train ONCE - the first time we came and accidentally stumbled upon this place. *Note: we just happened to arrive at 9:45 and the train opens at 10*. We thought it was a fair price at $3/ticket for a 7 minute train ride... and there is also a carousel and little 50 cent machine rides. So, we have tried on FOUR additional occasions to repeat the positive experience... Unfortunately, we were disappointed ALL four times. If it wasn't for the splash pad at the park, it would have been a huge waste of time. Still massively inconvenient for commuting for a train ride though! The first time, the train broke. Upon inquiring, we were told it should be up and running by 2. It was noon. We went back at 3:30 to allow ample time - to return back to a closed sign that the train was broken and would be up the next day. The next times we came back, they closed early every time. We came in March - April '21. The sign posted says the hours during those months are from 10 - 6 PM, however they have closed as early as 4 PM with no provided information. Today we came for the FIFTH time, to witness the gates closing at 4:25 and another large family leaving, visibly upset. I overheard the parents complaining about how "this is the fourth time we've come and they close it!". I inquired with the male staff member closing the gate about what happened, and I was told with a poor attitude that they were closing early because "it's hot and we don't get many rides." *(Remember, I just witnessed an upset family leaving, and how do you expect to get rides when you close early?)* I asked why the posted hours said open until 6 and suggested changing the hours to reflect their true operating hours. (I mean, I can understand wanting to go home early... but do you want to maintain a business or stay at home?) By this time, a woman (who I have seen before on the day the train was broken) had come over and she very happily pointed out the small print at the bottom that says "Days, Hours and Rates subject to change without notice." I proceeded to state that was pretty inconvenient for multiple families that commute with little toddler children to a place to ride a tot train... perhaps just food for thought... and wished them a great day. Ultimately, I am really disappointed in how many times this place has let down my child (and other friends that we have invited for play dates). It is honestly becoming embarrassing to invite anyone. It is a real shame because during these times, there is such a limited range of activities, and it is just so heartbreaking to see a place that could be such a light during a time where laughter and fun is needed, especially for the children - and yet it is nothing more than a routine disappointment due to selfish business management. **UPDATE: I took a chance, because I already had a play date scheduled... from 10 AM - 1:30 PM on a MONDAY they never once opened. Now it is just a joke.**

Railroad train
Angela W.

Great old fashion park with railroad train ride, merry go round and a nice lake. Fun for the whole family in this picnic park.

Amazing train for kids to ride!

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The railroad is such a fun addition for kids to enjoy, and not to mention there is also a carousel they can ride too.

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3.1
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Yeehaw! I've been to Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass three times: the first was on a Friday for a Fever…read moreevent on Halloween (Glowing Pumpkins) and the second and third times were on a Saturday and Sunday for Ostrich Festival. Rawhide hosts various events, including bull riding and concerts. For the Fever event, parking was free. For Ostrich Festival, pre-paid parking was $13 or $15 at the gate. You really have no other choice but to park in their lot given that it's basically out there on it's own in Chandler. It's about a 30-minute walk from Gila Casino. Rawhide is a "Western Town." While there isn't any historical context, Rawhide is made to look like an old Western town, dusty roads and saloon-style buildings included. The aesthetic is pretty cool. And it's spacious too. The logistics with the parking situation and getting your shoes dusty, not so much. Depending on the event, there might be vendors selling food, drinks, and more. While the vibe is cool, as the self-appointed king of events in Phoenix, I put this venue close to the end of the pecking order overall.

Paranoia Quest Escape The Room

Paranoia Quest Escape The Room

5.0
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This escape room establishment was truly quite unique and very fun!! We had friends in town and…read morewanted to plan something for the night. Once you walk in, it takes you back in time and it feels like you're walking into a Blockbuster. Very nostalgic! I love that they see how you communicate with each other prior to going into the room. I won't tell you how exactly because that'll ruin the experience. We did one room, Escape Plan, and we were told it was the easier one of the three. We escaped in about 29 minutes! We do quite a bit of escape rooms together so we will be going back for the other two rooms. You definitely use your head but it's not too easy and not too hard either. We didn't ask for any hints. What made the experience 5/5 was when we finished, we had a very long conversation with the employee who turned out to be one of the owners, Walter. He is very passionate and explained how they came up with these ideas. You could see how genuine he was and his passion for his business. It was refreshing to hear his ideas for his store and the future plans. We truly can't wait to go back and do the other rooms. You should seriously come here and plan a fun night out with friends and family!!

Walter was amazing! Went above and beyond to get my friend and me signed up and was very personable…read moreon the phone! We went with the In The Dark room and had a blast! Melissa at the front is a darling. The Ruby went into was super hard but so much fun and fun!

K1 Speed Phoenix

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Visited at noon on 6/15/26. The woman working the front desk was the least friendly person I've…read moreencountered. There were only 3 people in the venue aside from us, so definitely not busy. She was incredibly rude, ignored direct questions like "how long until the next race" and "where do we go when our name is called" and "how are you today?" Very clearly having a bad day and decided to take it out on customers. Aside from her, the rest of the staff were friendly and helpful. The facility is in good shape and the racing was a blast. 12 laps is the perfect amount of racing at a time. I would go back if customer service improved.

Stopped on a whim and had the best time!…read more We purchased three races each and got on the track pretty quickly. They give new racers the run down on how everything works, the flag system, etc. Explained the red button on the steering wheel that should only be used if necessary to back up. When my husband asked if the green button on the steering wheel was to boost your speed, the guy said if you think it does, then yes. LOL The carts go fast and it's a lot of fun. I like that after your race, you can get your results up at the counter inside to see where you ranked, your fastest lap, etc. I had one incident on my last race where I spun out and then someone hit me at full force. The flag guy ran over to make sure I was OK. My pride made me tell him yes, I was fine but it actually hurt. But I'm a big girl and can handle getting roughed up a little. LOL Thankfully it happened on my last race because my car did not handle too well after that - it shook terribly. I felt that the staff were patient, helpful and want everyone to have a good time. Our only issue was that we waited forever for our last race. They never called our names and group after group after group went on the course. Turns out they had somehow forgot about us. Arcade games, food, photo opps are inside and like I said, we had the best time!

Urban Air Adventure Park

Urban Air Adventure Park

3.3
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After researching Urban Air, we decided to go all in and purchase memberships for our family. Three…read moreUnlimited memberships and about $730 later, we were excited to see if the experience would live up to everything it promised. The Good There is a lot to like about Urban Air. The variety of attractions is impressive and gives kids plenty of ways to stay entertained. Between the go-karts, free-fall ride, rock climbing walls, laser tag, elevated obstacle course, and trampolines, there is no shortage of things to do. The go-karts were one of the biggest hits of the day. Our kids absolutely loved them and would have happily ridden them over and over. They were easily one of the standout attractions and one of the main reasons we felt good about purchasing the memberships. Laser tag was another highlight. The arena is surprisingly large, and the equipment feels like what you'd expect from a dedicated laser tag facility rather than a side attraction at a trampoline park. It was probably my personal favorite attraction. Most importantly, our kids had a blast. They left excited and already asking when they could come back, which is ultimately what matters most. The Bad The biggest surprise came when we learned that some attractions included with the "Unlimited" membership are not actually unlimited. We discovered this when an employee marked our kids' wristbands to track how many times they had ridden the go-karts. Since the go-karts were one of their favorite attractions, it was disappointing to learn there was a limit on something they enjoyed so much. What made this more frustrating was that when reviewing membership options, the pass advertises "Full Attraction Access Included." Based on that wording, I naturally assumed that meant unlimited access to all attractions during a visit. Instead, it appears the "Unlimited" portion refers more to unlimited visits throughout the month rather than unlimited use of every attraction once you're inside. To be fair, there may be details somewhere outlining these restrictions, but during signup and while reviewing the membership information, we couldn't find anything clearly explaining which attractions have limits or how many uses are included. Greater transparency upfront would go a long way toward setting proper expectations. Fortunately, our kids didn't seem bothered by the limits, but it was still an unexpected surprise. The Ugly My biggest concerns involved safety oversight and supervision. The employees we interacted with were friendly and polite, but many appeared quite young, and there were multiple occasions where staff seemed more focused on socializing than actively monitoring attractions. This was particularly noticeable in the rock climbing area, where children were climbing 20+ feet into the air while attached to retractable harness systems. The equipment itself appeared safe, but active supervision is just as important. Another concern involved the free-fall ride. During our visit, the ride was out of service, but the exit gate was not properly secured. Because of this, children were able to enter the attraction area through the exit and begin accessing the ride before an employee noticed and redirected them. Thankfully the ride was not operating at the time, but it took a moment for staff to recognize what was happening. While no one was hurt and the situation was corrected, it reinforced some of the attentiveness concerns we observed throughout the visit. For a facility designed primarily for children and featuring several higher-risk attractions, supervision and securing access points should be top priorities. Overall Despite the concerns, we still had a positive first experience. The attractions themselves are genuinely fun, the facility offers a lot for active kids, and our children had an amazing time. Because we've already invested in the memberships, we'll absolutely continue visiting and will be interested to see how future experiences compare. It's possible that visiting on a Tuesday evening during the summer contributed to some of the staffing and supervision issues, especially since the park wasn't particularly busy. If I could give half stars, this would probably land around 3.5 to 4 stars for me. The attractions, especially the go-karts and laser tag, are excellent and delivered exactly what we hoped for. However, the lack of clarity around "Unlimited" membership benefits and the safety oversight concerns keep it from earning a full five stars. Urban Air has the potential to be a fantastic family value, but clearer communication and stronger attention to supervision would make the experience feel more aligned with the premium price of admission.

I took my four kids here and ended up spending close to $200. I wouldn't mind paying that if the…read morefacility was clean and well maintained, but unfortunately it wasn't. We arrived right when they opened on a Thursday morning, so it wasn't a matter of the place getting dirty throughout the day. The facility looked like it desperately needed a deep cleaning. There was a dead cockroach on the floor, many of the surfaces looked like they hadn't been wiped down in a while, and the foam pit was especially concerning--the foam blocks looked old, dirty, and in need of replacement. For what admission costs, I expect the facility to be maintained much better. My kids still had fun, but the lack of cleanliness made it hard to enjoy the experience, and I don't feel the condition of the facility matches the premium price. On a positive note- the staff was very friendly.

Desert Breeze Railroad - amusementparks - Updated July 2026

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