Kids Castle is one of the best parks and playgrounds around. The playground has so many different…read moreareas to explore that kids can easily spend hours playing without getting bored. Everything is well maintained, and there's plenty of space for families to spread out and enjoy the day. One of my favorite things about this park is its location. It's close to great walking trails, so it's easy to go for a relaxing walk before or after visiting the playground. There are also fishing ponds nearby, which make it an even better place to spend the afternoon outdoors. Whether you're bringing young kids to play, going for a walk, or just enjoying the peaceful surroundings, Kids Castle is a fantastic destination. It's one of those parks that keeps you coming back because there's so much to do, and it's always a fun place to visit.

Entertaining for all ages! Took my step daughter (5/6 year old) and husband here one summer…read moreafternoon. Clean, updated and a blast for all 3!

We had the best experience having my daughters 7th birthday party at Lambs Farm…read more They offer a puppy party which was such a big hit for the kids. They bring the puppies they have for adoption to the visitor center for the kids to play! They included a painting party! Afterwards we reserved a party room at their magnolia cafe where we had excellent service. We are so happy and would highly recommend this to anyone looking to host a birthday party!!

Visiting Lambs Farm is pure nostalgia! The place hasn't changed in 30 years and that's why we love…read moreit! My kids had the most wonderful time today interacting with so many animals and I absolutely love supporting this mission as well! Yes, it is out dated but it is also extremely affordable, simple, easy, and the animals are well cared for and truly loved. The lady in the indoor area couldn't have been nicer and took out the bearded dragon for my kids to touch. Check out the Magnolia Cafe too for a nice meal or tasty treat.

Today we went to the kids garage.It was an oasis in the heat.It was too hot for the park and then…read moreit started to rain.We were nice and dry and not hot.My little one was restless at home so we tried something new.We had a great time,Bailey was very nice and attentive.She kept the place clean and answered any questions that i had.Thank you Bailey for being so kind and helpful.

We booked a private party for our daughters 3rd birthday. It was great. The owner showed up and ask…read moremultiple times during the party if anything was needed and was incredibly sweet and helpful. They supplied birthday table clothes, plates, silverware, juice boxes and water. Pizza was included with the price from Antioch Pizza which our whole family loves. The party had to be the smoothest party we have every had and it wasn't overly expensive either for 20+ kids. They called 48 hrs before to confirm everything and were super nice. The owner of this place is great, prompt, responsive and really cares about his place of business. We appreciate you and will definitely be back.

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.

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.

We went to a 6yo birthday party there this past weekend and it was clean, well set up, and the kids…read morehad a blast! Most importantly, there were staff spotting the kids, coordinating games in an organized and structured way, and helping out in the party room. Would highly recommend this location!

This may work for adult fitness, but I don't think it was good for a kid's birthday party. All of…read morethe apparatuses are way too advanced for them. It's basically parents walking around hoisting their kids onto equipment that is behind their scope, and then having to hold them. There were no organized activities, save for the dodgeball game at the end. Even then, you couldn't even hear the instructor give directions. They would be better to have microphones. Instructor didn't seem like she was enjoying herself at all (no smiling). We started out in one area and then moved onto the next. My kids were bored in 10 minutes. They therefore went back to the first area, only to have an employee scold us for going back there because "it was already cleaned for the next group." We had no idea they were getting ready for another party. Again, it would have been better to politely say in a microphone prior to moving (so all can hear) that "we are moving on to another area and to not go back to the former as it's being prepared for another group." When we got to the eating area, one of the employees was so intrusive with the bussing of the table! She kept reaching out under *everyone* to get every little wrapper, juice box or a plate that appeared finished. For the love of God! This was so aggravating and other parents noticed as well. At least twice I had to tell her that my kids weren't finished. You couldn't even set something down without fear it would be taken right away! Another thing I found rude is that the employee announced coldly that the kids "couldn't get the cupcake until their pizza was finished." What the hell? This was not enjoyable at ALL, and my 2 boys (7 and 8) did not like this place one bit. We felt shoed out the door. Suggestion: Have employees who actually interact with the kids with organized games. Employees need a microphone as well, for announcements. Smile and cease the cold and demeaning comments. When in the eating area, PLEASE let parents and children eat in peace. Clean up afterwards, not during!!

If your child loves to build, and be creative. Then this is the place to go!!!!!!!!!'…read moreMy son totally loves lights camera action after school session. The staff are very good with kids. Great for kids who like building and science and want to meet other kids.

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.