Play Cafes in Central Ohio

At Tree of Life Play + Cafe our mission is to provide the space for our community to gather + connect while little ones explore our innovative play area. 

Our indoor play area  is multi-level with tunnels, a slide, ball pit, trampoline, crawlers area, imaginative play and more great for friends 5 and under or 46″ and below. We have two interactive floor games sure to keep your little one active and entertained!

*Please note our play area is on the second floor without elevator access. 

Address

3708 Fishinger Blvd., Hilliard, Ohio 43026

Hours

Monday – Wednesday : 9am-6pm

Thursday & Friday : 9am – 8pm

Saturday : 9am – 12:45pm

Sunday : Closed for private events

Cost

$9.99 per child + $8.99 for siblings

Parents + Crawlers are free 

$7 Admission after 5pm

Additional Info

Food: Yes. They offer a full menu that is great for a quick bite to eat or a meal featuring salads, freshly baked pastries, artisan pizzas, hand crafted sandwiches and more. They also have locally roasted coffee available. Kitchen opens daily @ 11am

Outside Food Permitted: No

Membership: Yes, unlimited play monthly memberships available. 1 Child $39.99 | 2 Children $59.99 | 3+ Children $79.99

Socks: Yes, socks required for each child in the play area

Parking: Huge shared lot out front.

Play area is located on the 2nd floor with only stair access at this time.

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While Anna Brown, owner and founder of Hoot Studio, was working with children on the autism spectrum she recognized a huge need for inclusive play in our community. Relying on her Master’s in Special Education, she created a space focused on inclusion— a community of compassion. At Hoot, we provide a safe, accepting space for children of all abilities and their families to create, play, and celebrate. We’d love for you to join our community

They offer staff-supervised, parent-supervised, and drop-off play options!

Address

337 W Olentangy St. Powell, OH 43065

Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10AM-6PM

Wednesday: 10AM-6PM

Thursday: 10AM-6PM

Friday: 10AM-6PM

Saturday: Available for Parties

Sunday: Available for Parties

Call ahead (or check Facebook) to confirm open play times as they vary!

Cost

Staff-Supervised Play: Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, get some work done, or simply relax while we supervise your child. They’ll have a Hoot in the play room while you get some time for yourself- win, win! Children must be at least 2 years of age for staff-supervised play.

$9/HR FIRST CHILD, $6/HR SIBLINGS

Photo Credit: Hoot Website

Parent-Supervised Play: This service is for children under two who are not yet old enough for our Staff-Supervised Play.

$6/HR FIRST CHILD, $3/HR SIBLINGS

Photo Credit: Hoot Website

Additional Info

Food: They offer snacks and drinks.

Outside Food Permitted: Yes

Membership: Yes. $49/month for first child. $20/month for each additional child

Socks: Socks are required

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Address

2000 Hard Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

Hours

Monday – Friday: 9am – 2pm 
Saturday: 9am – 1pm 
Sunday: Closed

Cost

1 child $7
2 children$12
3 children $15
Additional kids $5

Additional Info

Food: They offer quick meal deals for only $4
{Mac n Cheese, juice box and two snacks – either a pouch & chips}

Outside Food Permitted: Yes! You can bring outside food or order from Romeos Pizza or Laguna Mexican tacos.

Membership: Yes, annual.
1 child $200
2 children $230
3 children $260

Socks: Yes, SOCKS are a must! They offer shoe covers for parent, too.

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Firefly Play Café is a dynamic community gathering space where kids can romp and play. Having opened our doors in July 2010, Firefly Play Café was the first indoor play space of its kind in central Ohio. Designed to allow kids to be kids and adults to socialize, email or simply have a place to play away from home while you enjoy our great locally roasted coffee and tea.

Our informal play space provides many developmentally appropriate activities geared towards infants, toddlers and preschoolers age 6 years and younger.

Play includes scooters and a bounce house for practicing their gross motor skills; magnets and a train table for increasing fine motor skills; a kitchen play area and dress up for emerging imaginative and creative play. Lots of windows, tables, colorful accents and even a comfy couch make this open space happy and bright.

Address

4822 N High St., Columbus, Ohio

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM- 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM Open until 8:00 PM on the First Friday of each month

Saturday: 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM | Private party rentals after 1:00pm.

Sunday: Private rental birthday parties only

Cost

Children ages 12-24 months – $5
Children 24 months and up – $8
Children under 12 months and Adults are FREE

Additional Info

Food: Yes. They have a great selection of kid friendly snacks and beverages along with coffee and tea for adults available for purchase.

Outside Food Permitted: Outside food and snacks are ok as long as there is NO PEANUT BUTTER or peanut products.

Membership: Yes. One Month: 12 – 24 months – $30, 24 months and older – $55, Each additional Sibling – $25. Recurring Membership: 12 – 24 Months – $25, 24 Months and older – $45, Each additional sibling – $22.

Socks: Kiddos must take off shoes while playing. Socks are optional for kiddos. Adults may wear shoes.

Parking: They have a shared lot out back, as well as on street parking.

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Taking your kids out to play shouldn’t feel like a chore. At peapod play cafe, there’s something fun for everyone—including you. Your kids will love our unique, interactive toys and ultramodern play space, and you’ll feel right at home relaxing or surfing the Web in our coffee and snack bar.


For your kids
-Dozens of activities designed to spark children’s imagination and keep them engaged for hours
-Unique toys specially imported to provide a one-of-a-kind experience
-Life-size play sets (including an obstacle course, an ice cream truck, a kitchen, and a tea house) that encourage children to pretend and share
-A safe environment that allows your children to feel independent while they are still within your view

Address

4874 Thompson Road, Columbus, OH 43230

Hours

Monday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Tuesday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Wednesday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Friday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Saturday Private Events Only

Sunday Private Events Only

Cost

One Pea: $10.00 per child

Two peas in a pod: $10.00 first child + $6.00 second child

Three or more peas in a pod $10.00 first child + $6.00 second child + $4.00 each additional child

Crawlers (Non-walkers): $4.00

Last hour of open play: $5.00 per child

Additional Info

Food: Premium, locally roasted Stauf’s coffee and healthful, kid-friendly goodies

Outside Food Permitted: No outside snacks, except for baby food and foods that are medically necessary

Membership:

Socks: Adults must wear socks in the play area; kids can be barefoot or wear socks.

Parking: They have a shared lot out front.

Photo Credit: Peapod Website
Photo Credit: Peapod Website
Photo Credit: Peapod Website
Photo Credit: Peapod Website

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Avoiding the massive tunnels, shouting, ball pits and injuries – our playspace has been designed to entertain different age groups and interests focusing on educational toys and dramatic play.  Structures are intentionally generic to provide a foundation for your child’s imagination to build on.  We want to provide a fun space where they can play, hide, explore, pretend and enjoy.  The space is also designed so that you as a parent can join in on the fun or comfortably watch and be there to interact as your child plays.

Too many times we take our little crawlers out to play and watch them get unintentionally steamrolled by older friends.  So, we’ve created our padded play space that is incorporated in the play area, but separated from the…let’s just say ‘more energetic’ age ranges.

One of the features at piccadilly that helps us accomodate older ages of kids is the Piccadilly Playdium.  So, basically we cut a 20x20ft hole in the floor, created padded levels and a big slide!  We use our playdium (aside from just letting some energy out!) for movies, concerts, dance contests, you name it!

Address

2501 E. Main Street, Bexley Ohio  43209

Hours

Summer Hours

Monday, Friday: 9am-2pm
Tuesday, Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday 9am – 8pm
$5 Saturday play 9:30am-12:30pm

Cost

All Day Play Pass:
Oldest child will be charged age rate, siblings that are 1yr & up will be charged at sibling rate.
Children 2-10yrs         $9
Children 12-23mos     $7
Sibling (age 1 & up)     $5

Piccadilly Express Pass (35 min play): $4

Children up to 12 months are FREE.

Kids ages 11 years and up are FREE.

Happy Hours Special!  $5 per child 2-5pm

Additional Info

Food: Yes! Full menu cafe including coffee and tea.

Outside Food Permitted:

Membership: Yes

3 Month Memberships:
One Child…$95 
Two Siblings … $110
Three or more siblings … $120

Or, Sign up for 12 months and save even more!
One Child … $240
Two Siblings … $300
Three or more siblings … $360

Socks: They require socks only for children in the playspace. They have socks to purchase at the counter if you are without a pair.

Parking: Yep.  Parking sucks.  There is street parking on Main Street and the surrounding streets – some are 2 hour limits though so please look for signs.  Main Street has no parking from 4-6pm or they may tow your car   If you can walk here, please do so.  They do have stroller parking inside.

You can check out a few pictures from their website here. We are planning to go very soon and I will update!

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Momi Land Indoor Playground is a large indoor playground facility covering 5,690 sqft of endless fun! Their facility provides a variety of features to keep your little ones entertained for hours.

Play Area:
3 person slide
4 person merry go round
Motion sensing interactive play
Large climbing structure 
Large ball pit
Tire and net bridge obstacles

Adventure Area:
3 bounce trampolines
24ft x 9 ft rock climbing wall
Large foam pit
Foam padded climbing sets
Various animal rockers

Infant Area
We have a designated infant area that is gated for 18 months and under. The infant area is foam padded, perfect for crawlers. There are various toys, infant crawl sets, and a mamaroo.

Activity Room
Currently the activity room is set up with mini kitchen sets, a full grocery store with check counter, and an all star diner. 
In the near future, we are planning to introduce hands on STEM activities, arts and crafts, and quiet reading time in our activity room.

Address

704 Radio Dr, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 10am – 7pm 
Friday – Saturday: 10am – 8pm 
Sunday: 11am – 6pm

Cost

Pay Per Visit
First child – $15
Each additional child – $10
Children under 2 -$10
Children under 12 months with a paid sibling – Free
Parents – Free
*Admission price is for single entry with no time limit.

10 Pack
$129 for 10 visits

Additional Info

Food: They do not offer food.

Outside Food Permitted: Outside foods are allowed as long as they do not contain peanuts. Food can be consumed in the locker area or break room; food and beverages are NOT allowed in the play area. 

Membership: Yes. First Child – $49/month. Second Child – $29/month. Each Additional Child – $10/month

Socks: Socks are required for ALL adults and children. Children must wear non-slip trampoline socks. As a courtesy, you are welcome to bring your own if you have them from similar venues (Sky Zone, Get Air, etc), and if not, you may purchase from us for $2. Adults may wear regular socks. No shoes allowed in play area. 

They have a bottle warmer, two family rest rooms with diaper changing tables and high chairs!

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Address

80 N Hamilton Rd Ste. 4 Gahanna, OH 43230

Hours

Tues – Sat: 9:00AM – 1:00PM

SUN- RESERVATIONS/EVENTS /CLASSES

Cost

CRAWLERS          $3.00/CHILD
WALKERS – AGE 6           $10.00/CHILD
 1 SIBLING         $7.00 ADDITIONAL/CHILD 
2 SIBLING          $5.00 ADDITIONAL/CHILD
3 SIBLING          $3.00 ADDITIONAL /CHILD
ADULTS FREE 

Additional Info

Food: They do not offer food.

Outside Food Permitted: You may provide your own food for children. We ask you kindly clean up after your children. Food is NOT permitted in play area. 

Membership: Yes

Socks: Shoes are NOT permitted in play area. Store shoes in the shoe cubby provided at front.  Each child must wear socks during play and adults must wear socks if they are to enter play area. Socks available for purchase if needed. 

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