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The "Rubber City" offers a wide variety of activities, events, and sights for kids and families. Learn more about them here.
What to Do in Akron during the Heart of Winter
Akron doesn't have to be boring in the middle of winter. Whether you want to stay warm indoors or brave the weather, there are many ways to stay active and enjoy family time in Akron this January and February.
Preston's H.O.P.E
Preston's H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Play and Enjoy), located in the Cleveland Ohio suburb of Beachwood, is a playground designed to allow children with a variety of disabilities to play with their families and other children.
Akron Playgrounds
Kids love to play and the Akron area has some great playgrounds for kids. Playgrounds are safe places for kids to exercise, play with other kids, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Places to Go for Free Story and Craft Time in Akron Ohio
Kids in Akron, Ohio have it made with the many story time and craft times available to them all year long. Parents like that the kids are kept entertained while learning and that it is free. Below are my choices for the top places to find free story and craft times in Akron.
Places to Host a Child's Birthday Party in Akron
If you are looking for a fun birthday party option for your child in Akron Ohio, look no further. The city has a multitude of options for children of all ages and interests. Your child will love these action packed parties and parents can enjoy the party as well as there is not set-up or clean-up involved.
Rinky Dink Family Fun Center
Rinky Dink Family Fun Center, in the Cleveland suburb of Medina, offers hours of entertainment for the entire family. For one affordable price, you can enjoy recreation both outdoors and indoors, with activites such as one of the longest and most challenging mini-golf courses in all of Northeast Ohio, as well as batting cages, bumper boats, go-karts, and inflatables. Year-round entertainment indoors includes cosmic golf, video arcade games, and a snack bar.
Party Animals Inflatable Party Center
Party Animals is the go-to place for quality family entertainment. Their 6,000 square foot indoor inflatable party center is packed full of fun for open play time. It's also a great location for parties. They have everything you need for the ultimate party experience, including large inflatables such as moonwalks and giant slides, rock climbing walls, costumed characters, and more.
Laser Quest
Laser Quest, located in Montrose Ohio, is an action-packed, fun-filled time for ages seven and up. Special effects, swirling fog, and intense music all add to the laser tag experience, set in a multi-level arena. Laser Quest makes an exciting outing for families and friends as well as youth and corporate groups.
Rockin' Robin's Amazone Family Entertainment Center
Rockin' Robin's Amazone Family Entertainment Center, located in Medina Ohio, is loaded with fun recreation options for the whole family. There is a jungle full of excitement for children as they venture through two indoor playgrounds themed as the Amazon and equipped with all of the climbing, mazes and slides a kid could dream of. The Laser Tag facility runs deep into the Amazon Jungle with the best laser tag system available.
AMF Riviera Lanes -- Fairlawn Ohio
Bowling is an intergenerational sport that brings together families and friends for a time of fun, lively conversation, and friendly competition. AMF Riviera Lanes, located in Fairlawn Ohio, offers year-round family fun with with bowling, arcade games, great food, special events, and parties.
Planet Make Believe
Planet Make Believe is an interactive retail store with a focus on fun while learning about math and science. Located near the food court at Akron's Summit Mall, Planet Make Believe is fast becoming a favorite among children and adults for its unique opportunities and products. Their goal is to expand the imaginations of children to be creative and design things they way they see them.

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