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Macklind Make & Play

5.0 (1 review)
Closed • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Activate Games

4.5
(32 reviews)
3.9 mi

Activate was such a fun and entertaining experience! Every room offered something different, and I…read moreloved that there were multiple levels and game options that made it enjoyable for a wide range of ages and skill levels. Our group ranged from 8 to 28 years old and everyone had a great time staying active, laughing, and challenging ourselves. It's definitely one of those places where you don't even realize how much of a workout you're getting because you're having so much fun. The only thing I wish was a bit better is the cooling situation outside of the room! After working up a sweat, some extra AC or fans would have been really nice for a quick cooldown. That said, it didn't take away from the overall experience. We had an amazing time and will absolutely be back for more!

I arrived round 2pm on a Thursday with my sons. It was our first time here as we were visiting from…read moreout of state. It was $100 for the 3 of us for 75 mins of play. I reserved tickets online. We were about 10 mins due to getting on the wrong train. I called to let them know and change my time but was told as long as you arrived within 20 minutes of scheduled time, you're good to go. Honesty, it was a fun time. We got hot and tired fast, especially with some of the games. They have free lockers to put Some of the games are very active with running around. Comfortable shoes and clothes you can move around in, is a must! I like how each of the rooms have several games to choose from, some are collaborate and some are competitive. 75 minutes was not enough time. This is something a family could do for 2 hours or so as time flies quickly. A feature I like is that is no one is waiting to go in the room you're in, you can continue playing. This is great as you can "level up" in games. Staff we encountered were friendly and helpful! I wish there was a place like this where I live, in NC.

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Kids Empire Ballwin

Kids Empire Ballwin

4.2
(39 reviews)
14.0 mi

If you are contemplating having your kid's party here, DO IT!! Trust a mom who has had many'a less…read moresavory party experiences in the area. We had my child's birthday party there on Friday evening, and oh my goodness, we could not have had a more positive experience. Prior to party day, I spoke with Goldi on the phone. She was so kind and warm and helpful, it felt like I was talking to an old friend. She answered every question and was amazing. The day of the party, I was greeted at the entrance with the bright shining faces of Makayla, Goldi, Lisa and Brett. From the second I walked in, they were a cohesive, unbelievably efficient team. Just as Goldi had made me feel on the phone, all four of them made me and all of my guests feel completely at home. My husband and I divided and conquered party day, so I was the solo party prepper (or so I thought!). Goldi and Lisa, like a real life Sonic and Tails, whipped up a beautiful party area for our group with personalized touches, tailored to my son's interests. They did the *work* part, ALL of the *work* part, and let me creatively direct. I let them know my son gets nervous when being sung to, center of attention, etc. and they were beautifully accommodating to that, including pushing off the Huggie parade until he was comfortable. Lisa (Huggie! :]) was patient and fun with all of the kids. Goldi was her right hand lady (literally) to keep things moving, fun and safe. We had one little girl in our party who wanted to see Huggie, but was scared to get close and crying. Goldi approached her so gently and kindly, demystifying the aspects of Huggie she was worried about, and giving the little girl space to choose. Our girl got a huge smile, ran to Huggie and HUGGED him. A child who just moments before was hiding behind her friend in fear, smiling her tears away and facing her fears. It was beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Makayla stayed at the front for the first half of the party, and I'm so happy she did because although we'd have loved her company, having her as the first person you are greeted by is a great call by KE Ballwin, because she is sunshine in human form. She kept the lines moving safely and efficiently in both directions, while chatting with and brightening the days of those entering and leaving. She and Brett took over as the primary party people once Goldi and Lisa had to leave, and Goldi physically brought us together to thank me for coming, and verbally handing us off to Makayla, so all of us were on the exact same page the whole time. Brett was also incredibly helpful and seems to be like a backstage manager. It seemed as if they were physically positioned in a way to be able to communicate and work together effortlessly, even from across that giant building! He could not have been sweeter or more helpful either, even reminding me a couple times to absolutely not lift a finger cleaning up our party. I did not have one single minute of stress from the time I reserved my party time to the time we got home with that post-successful party joy! If I ran the world, Goldi, Lisa, Makayla and Brett would get a raise! But at the very least, I feel their kind hearts, work ethics, and clear expertise deserve to be recognized.Thanks so much, guys! You made returning Kids Empire guests of my family, and all of our guests!!

I recently visited the Ballwin location with my son, and unfortunately, our experience was…read moredisappointing. We had previously visited the Fenton location, where the staff was organized, the rules were clear, and they consistently followed their policies. At the Ballwin location, the experience was completely different. The rules seemed inconsistent, and the staff did not appear to enforce or follow the same standards. It was confusing because we expected the same policies and level of service that we experienced at the other location. I hope management takes the time to ensure that all locations follow the same procedures so customers can have a consistent and enjoyable experience, no matter which location they visit.

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Wild Sprouts

5.0
(5 reviews)
18.7 mi

Such a wonderful little gem for families! This playroom for children is clean, welcoming and…read morethoughtfully designed to keep kids, engaged and happy. The variety of toys and play areas encourages independent play, while still feeling safe and cozy. You can truly feel the care and heart that went into creating This space. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and nurturing environment for their little ones! Emma's passion and dedication is truly set this place apart. You can tell she puts her whole heart into creating a space where children feel safe happy and inspired. Her kindness and attention to detail makes every visit for personal and welcoming.. Lesley K

The most difficult part of planning my son's birthday party was finding a fun venue that allowed…read moreyou to bring in food - we wanted good food for the kiddos AND parents. Between Wild Sprouts and another similar space, we picked Wild Sprouts because they had decorations options that we liked! The space is big enough for parents to lounge (can fit up to 50 people) and socialize and the playcentet is GREAT for kids! We had ages between 2 to 11, and they found ways to be imaginative! Even the parents got in and played which I think was the best part. It was so great that it took us a while to convince the kids to eat, to have cake, and sit still lol The staff made set up and clean up very easy - they have a dolly if you need it but the tables were set already. I opted for the Super Mario add one (blocks, banners) but they offer additional decorations if you want. Also - it's so very clean here! I never felt icky about the toys or surfaces! We highly recommend Wild Sprouts for your party needs!

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Saint Louis Science Center

Saint Louis Science Center

4.0
(292 reviews)
2.9 mi

One of the BEST parts of St. Louis is all the FREE attractions . We decided to visit the science…read morecenter and we had sooooo much fun . Couldn't believe there was no charge for admission . Parking is free if you're a member, if not you'll be charged unless you walk over , shuttle or park somewhere else nearby free. (They often will waive parking with the purchase of a movie ticket at that their theatre ) This science center has an OMNI IMAX movie theater inside on level 3 , cafes , gift shop, shows and too many hands on experiences to list with so many neat artifacts . The kid in me would come back repeatedly . Lol

This was a pretty good museum, my favorite part is that it's free entry! My toddler is very much in…read morehis dinosaur era, so he absolutely LIT UP at the T-Rex. We were worried he would be scared, but he was so happy lol. The rest of the museum was pretty cool, but it focuses more on older kids so the small ones didn't have much to interact with. The outdoor area about agriculture was nice (there are chickens!) and a giant tractor to play on. Another interesting part was past the bridge called the Vault. It was just collections over time, and all over the world. If you have time to spend all day, it would be cool, but we're going to wait a little bit until my toddler is older. Parking is $15, but not bad compared elsewhere.

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