I’m not sure how your summer is going, but I am in Texas and the heat is absurd. I normally enjoy summer outdoor activities with my energetic toddler. The sun wears him out and a long nap quickly follows. But, this summer, the heat advisory warnings are notifying my phone daily. It is just not safe for a toddler (or anyone) to be outdoors playing in this heat. Well, as you know my fellow mothers - the show must go on! Kids still need entertainment and a fun way to release their energy, no matter what the weather is. So, I had to find an alternative indoor adventure, quick.
Yes, there are plenty of indoor play venues for children. So, this should not be a hard task. But, I’m a busy single mother. I consider and review a few things before we head out for a new adventure. For instance: is there age-appropriate activities for my son? Will he learn anything? Is it pricey? Is it smelly? Let’s be honest, we all know how unbearably smelly those indoor play areas can get. Luckily, I found Cheeky Monkeys, an indoor soft play area and it smelled great!
The aromas of pizza, popcorn, and cotton candy were so pleasant as we entered the venue. The playful screams and giggles welcomed us next. At Cheeky Monkeys, there is a huge and vibrant general play area, with slides, trampolines, tunnels, swings, and more. They also have a smaller play area for children under four with interactive learning toys. This area is very spacious, giving room for the parents to play along with their children.
That’s not all. Children can let their imagination go wild with their life-size playhouse and market. Their playhouse is two -stories and fully furnished with household items. It’s so adorable! Cheeky Monkeys offers art and craft sessions, puppet shows, and children’s yoga too. However, my absolute favorite feature was the café items served at their food stand. I was able to sit and sip an ice-cold latte, while my child enthralled in all the “edutainment” Cheeky Monkeys has to offer. We stayed for an hour. The price was under $20 and that was all I needed for him to be ready for naptime.
I highly recommend visiting Cheeky Monkeys if you need a quick entertaining activity for your child between the ages 1- 10. You will not be disappointed. I gave it a five-star rating on our newly - launched app, KidFriendlyVenues, with this website.
For more information on Cheeky Monkeys and many more suitable indoor play venues, try searching on our app KFV.
Tiana R