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  • Cold Weather Indoor Play in London Ontario — Winter Weekends at Off The Wall Kids (No Camp Required)

    The thermometer says stay inside. The kids say they are not tired. The park is empty and your living room is not built for this energy. You do not need to register for camp to win a winter Saturday. Here is how **drop-in indoor play** works at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College) when you want **things to do in London** without committing to a full camp week. Admission & pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing First visit checklist: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-bring-first-visit-checklist-off-the-wall-kids-london "Drop-in — the winter weekend default" Walk in anytime we are open, or book online to save about **$1 per ticket** and hold your spot on busy days: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings **Unlimited Play Until We Close** for online bookings and walk-ins. Plan for at least two hours — many families stay longer when it is freezing outside. **Socks** for everyone past admission — winter boots come off, socks go on. We sell **grip socks** at the counter and strongly recommend them for slides and climbs. **Waivers** for everyone past admission: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver "No special winter rules — just busier months" We do not change play rules seasonally. What changes is **how many families show up**. **January, February, and March** are generally our **busiest months of the year**. Summer is busy with **camp**, but there is still plenty of room for **drop-in play** in July and August. Quieter windows: weekday mornings and later afternoons — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario "When camp is running — can we still drop in?" Yes. Camp kids are in the camp program during camp hours. Your family uses the building as **parent-supervised drop-in play** on regular operating days — different product, same **donut slide**, **ballistics arena**, and full structure. Camp drop-off/pick-up rules apply only to registered campers: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/camp-drop-off-pick-up-photo-id-off-the-wall-kids-london "Mixed ages on a cold Saturday" Toddlers, school-age siblings, and visiting cousins can play in the same visual space. Our **U-shaped sightlines** from the eating area mean you are not guessing which room someone ran into. Toddler info: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Parents in the structure: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parents-play-structure-climbing-kids-off-the-wall-kids-london "Warm food without leaving" Concession is part of the winter afternoon — pizza, poutine, hot chocolate, chicken strips, and more. One stop, warm meal, kids still burning energy. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu "When a full camp day makes more sense" If you need **8:30am–4:30pm coverage** for ages **4–12** with lunch included, registered camp may fit better than a parent chasing drop-in hours. Winter Break camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/winter-break-camp-london-ontario March Break camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/march-break-camps-london-ontario London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through **Community Votes** — built for real winter Saturdays, not fair-weather afternoons only. Winter drop-in rapid-fire Need camp to visit? **No — walk in anytime we are open.** Busiest months? **January–March.** Parties block drop-in? **No — capacity 300+.** Socks in winter? **Yes — everyone past admission.** Book online? **Saves ~$1/ticket — recommended on busy weekends.** Parking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Rainy day guide (works for cold rain too): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Grab socks, sign waivers, and come warm up on the **donut slide**. More **things to do in London**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario

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  • Christmas Break With Kids in London Ontario — Drop-In Play, Winter Camp & Holiday Hours at Off The Wall Kids

    School is out. Relatives are visiting. Someone asks every morning: "What are we doing today?" Here is the **Christmas break guide** for families looking for **things to do in London** at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College) — holiday hours, winter camp, drop-in play, and what changes when the calendar hits December. Christmas break activities page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/christmas-break-activities-london-ontario Holiday hours: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/holiday-hours-london-ontario Winter Break camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/winter-break-camp-london-ontario "Check Today's Hours bar first — every day" Do not assume regular 10:00am–8:00pm hours during the holidays. Check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before you drive. **Closed:** - **Christmas Day** - **New Year's Day** **Modified hours (often close around 5:00pm — confirm yearly on the site):** - **Christmas Eve** - **New Year's Eve** **All other days during the break** generally run **normal operating hours** except those four dates above. Holiday hours blog: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/holiday-hours-closures-off-the-wall-kids-london-how-to-know-open "Three ways to spend a break day" **1. Winter Break camp (ages 4–12)** Registered full-day camp with lunch included, counsellor-led programming, and strict pick-up rules (photo ID every day). Camp runs **weekdays** during break weeks. If a statutory holiday falls on a weekday, camp does not run that day. Register on Bookeo — winter weeks usually post about **three months ahead**: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Camp drop-off guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/camp-drop-off-pick-up-photo-id-off-the-wall-kids-london **2. Parent-supervised drop-in play** Walk in or book online. **Unlimited play until close.** Socks and waivers for everyone past admission. Parties in the building do **not** shut out drop-in families — capacity is well over 300. **3. Birthday parties** Parties still run during break, though **weekday parties before 5:00pm** are uncommon because camp uses party rooms during the day. Evening and weekend party slots are the usual break-season bookings. "Visiting relatives and out-of-town cousins" Grandparents, aunts, and uncles need the same **socks** and **waivers** as everyone else — any age, playing or not. Sign waivers at home if you can: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Mixed-age groups work well here — littles near toddler zones, older cousins on the **donut slide** and **ballistics arena**, adults with sightlines from the eating area. "When is it busiest?" **January** is generally our busiest stretch of the year overall. Christmas break itself brings a mix of camp families, drop-in guests, and holiday visitors — weekends and rainy days fill up faster. Quieter visits: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario "What kids actually do here" One admission unlocks the full indoor playground — **donut slide (tube slide)**, **ballistics arena**, jumping pillow, ninja obstacle course, toddler areas, and concession under one roof. That is why families search **things to do in London** indoors when the weather turns. Rainy-day backup plan: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Christmas break rapid-fire Open Christmas Day? **No.** Open NYE? **Modified hours — check site.** Camp ages? **4–12 weekdays.** Drop-in during camp weeks? **Yes — parent-supervised.** Relatives need waivers? **Yes — everyone past admission.** Admission: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Walk in or book: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings More **things to do in London**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario

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  • Additional Guests at Your Birthday Party — What Happens When You Go Over Your Package Count (Off The Wall Kids London)

    You booked the 12-kid package. The RSVP list now says nineteen. Three grandparents texted "we're coming too." This is what happens when **guest counts grow past your package** at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College) — extra kids, extra adults, billing, chairs, food, and the decision you should make **before party day**. Package tiers (12 / 24 / 36): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/which-birthday-party-package-12-24-36-kids-off-the-wall-kids-london Party cost guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario Submit guest list online: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/party-guest-list "Everyone past admission counts" Your package includes fixed allotments for **kids** and **free adults / non-walking babies**. **Every person who crosses admission** counts — playing or not. Two patterns we see constantly: 1. **Whole-class invites** — sometimes 30 kids RSVP and most actually show. 2. **Young birthday kids** — fewer kid friends but **every adult the child knows** arrives. Both are workable. Both need a plan. "Free adults per tier" - **12-kid package:** 12 free adults - **24-kid package:** 24 free adults - **36-kid package:** 36 free adults Parents and grandparents within your free adult count do **not** pay separate admission. "Beyond your package — who pays?" Additional kids (ages 2–17), adults, non-walking babies, and children 0–23 months **beyond your package** pay **general admission** at the front gate and are added to the **final party bill** — unless you arranged otherwise. **Decide before party day** using the online guest list portal. Party parents can specify whether the host covers extra guests or whether extras pay individually at admission. That way nobody is surprised at the counter. Guest list how-to: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/how-to-submit-party-guest-list-online-off-the-wall-kids-london "Non-walking babies" A **non-moving baby** (stays in a car seat the whole visit) has specific counting rules. A child who **crawls or walks** out of a car seat is charged at the **0–23 month admission rate**. Babies count toward your guest list. Sometimes staff can shift a baby to an **adult seat** if you are under on adults but maxed on kids. "18 chairs — plan for it" Each party room has **18 chairs**. Setup is prepared for your **booked package count**, not unlimited extras. Additional guests may need to **stand**. We cannot pull chairs from other party rooms or the eating area. If you expect a crowd, book the **24 or 36 package** up front — or ask if a **larger room** is available when you book. "Siblings and extra kids — who decides?" If a sibling or extra child attends, the **party parent** chooses whether to **pay for them as part of the package** or have their own parent pay admission. We do not police who is allowed emotionally into the celebration — but **party room space and package counts** are real limits. "Billing — who actually shows up" We bill for the **kids who actually attend** — with an important caveat: packages are priced **up to 12, up to 24, or up to 36 kids**. If you book the 12-kid tier and only eight arrive, you are still in the 12-kid package price bracket. If fourteen RSVP and fourteen show, you pay for the package plus **two additional kids** at admission rates. Same logic the other direction: large RSVPs with smaller turnout still sit inside the package you purchased. "No sticker shock on admission" Extras pay **regular admission prices** by age — the same rates on our admission page, not a surprise penalty fee: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing "Food credit and ordering more" Your package **food credit is the same amount** regardless of how many guests actually eat. Food is usually finalized **before party day**, but staff review your order when you arrive — you can add or remove items before the kitchen fires your meal. Need more food **during** the party? Tell us — we will get it going as fast as we can. Be aware parties are often spaced **30 minutes** apart and food prep can take **30 minutes**, so timing can be tight when the kitchen is between party orders. "Upgrade if you can" If your guest list grows early, ask about upgrading from 12 → 24 → 36 **while space exists**. Upgrading beats a stack of à la carte admissions on party day. After the room time, everyone still gets the full facility — **donut slide**, **ballistics arena**, ninja course — for **things to do in London** until we close. Overflow rapid-fire Extra kid beyond package? **General admission on final bill unless guest pays at gate — you choose on guest list.** Extra adult beyond free count? **Same.** Only 18 chairs? **Yes — book bigger package if you need capacity.** Food credit grows with headcount? **No — order more if needed.** Bill for RSVPs or attendees? **Attendees — but package minimum is the tier you booked.** Book: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Party policies: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/manage-your-party

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  • Birthday Party Cancellation & Rescheduling at Off The Wall Kids — Deposits, the 14-Day Rule & How to Change Your Date (London)

    The party is booked. Then the guest of honour gets sick — or half the class cancels — or the date needs to move. Here is how **cancellation, rescheduling, and deposits** work for birthday parties at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College). This is the plain-language version of what is in our official policy — with links so you see the full terms before you book. Official policy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/manage-your-party Book a party: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Party cost breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario "The deposit — what it is" A **20% deposit** is due within **5 days of booking**. The deposit is calculated on your **full booking value** — package, food, balloons, party host, mascots, and other add-ons you attach to the reservation. Deposits may be paid by cash, debit, or e-transfer. A **valid card on file** is required to finalize booking through Bookeo, or the remaining balance must be paid in full on arrival. **Deposits are non-refundable** but may become **account credit** under the conditions below. "The 14-day rule — read this before you change anything" Cancellation or rescheduling with **less than 14 days' notice** means the deposit is **forfeited with no credit**. This includes changes to: - Date - Time - Package size (for example 36 & 36 down to 24 & 24 or 12 & 12) **Written requests matter.** Email **info@offthewallkids.com** to cancel or request changes. Written email creates a dated record — that is what preserves deposit credit when you are still outside the 14-day window. "Illness on party day" Illness is handled **case by case**, but we mainly follow the same policy framework. Deposits remain non-refundable; **account credit** toward a rescheduled party date is the typical outcome when we can work with you — not a cash refund. If we need to reach you on party day, staff go to the **party parents directly** at the facility or **call** if you have already left. "Actual facility closure" If we are **fully closed** due to public health restrictions, deposits become **refundable**. Real-world closures are evaluated case by case — during COVID we refunded or credited families. For weather: we are **generally open** on snow days when schools cancel; that is not the same as a public health closure. "Account credit — how it works" Credit from an approved cancellation can **sit on your account until you use it**. It can be applied to **anything you can book through our Bookeo site** — parties, drop-in bookings, camp, and other bookable products. "Package size changes" **Upgrades** (12 & 12 → 24 & 24 or 36 & 36) may be possible if space is available. **Downgrades** from 24 & 36 packages **down to 12 & 12** are restricted because additional rooms may already be reserved. Downgrading with **less than 14 days' notice** forfeits the existing deposit and requires a **new deposit** for the smaller package. We will explain when we **cannot release a room** you had blocked — another family may already be scheduled around that space. "Add-ons with their own deadline" Fresh fruit platters, vegetable platters, breakfast platters, **party hosts**, and **mascots** must be cancelled at least **7 days** before the party or they remain billable in full — those items are ordered or scheduled specifically for your event. "Before you cancel — is rescheduling enough?" Many families only need a **new date**, not a full cancel. If you are outside the 14-day window and put the request in **writing**, deposit credit toward a future party is the normal path. Running late on party day is different from cancelling — see: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london When you are ready to rebook, the same indoor playground your guests love — **donut slide**, **ballistics arena**, unlimited play until close — is still here for **things to do in London** on the new date. Cancellation rapid-fire Deposit amount? **20% of full booking.** Less than 14 days' notice? **Deposit forfeited — no credit.** How to request changes? **Email info@offthewallkids.com in writing.** Illness? **Case by case — usually credit, not cash refund.** Credit expires? **No — sits until used on Bookeo.** Manage your booking: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings/customer Book a new date: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings

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  • What to Bring to Off The Wall Kids — First Visit Checklist for London Families

    You are five minutes from 539 First St. Someone in the back seat is shoeless. Nobody can remember if waivers were done. Here is the **first visit checklist** for Off The Wall Kids — our indoor playground in **East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College) — so your family gets through admission and into the **donut slide** and **ballistics arena** without the parking-lot panic. First Visit Guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Admission & pricing (live rates): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Digital waiver (valid 12 months): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver "The two things that stop families at the counter" **1. Socks.** Everyone who comes **past the admission counter** needs socks — **any age**, playing or not. Babies, parents, grandparents — everyone. We are a **socks-only facility** past admission (shoes stay in the coat/shoe area). We **strongly recommend grip socks** for slides and structures. We **only sell branded grip socks** at admission — plain socks from home are fine, but grip socks give better traction and we recommend them for safety on climbs and slides. **Mobility accommodation:** **shoe covers** are available at the counter for adults who need them — ask staff. **Washrooms:** you may wear **shoes into the washroom**, but socks must be back on before returning to the play floor. **2. Waivers.** Everyone past the counter needs a signed waiver — playing or not. **Digital waivers** signed on our website are valid **12 months**. **Paper waivers** at the counter are valid for **that visit only**. Sign ahead: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver We look up waivers by **name and phone number**. One supervising adult can list children in their household (ages 0–17) on a single waiver. **Additional adults** can be added to the same waiver — typically same household; grandparents are usually fine. Each person still needs to be on the waiver, and the waiver must be **submitted** before entry. Adding names but not finishing submission is a common delay. **Kids' birthdays** can be noted on the waiver. "The fast family vs. the line family" Picture two families arriving at the same time: **Family A** completed **digital waivers at home** and **paid online**. They take off shoes and coats, give name and phone at the counter, and head in. **Family B** walks in cold. They wait in line, get sent to the kiosk for waivers, realize **dad needs his own waiver too**, go back in line, then hit a **payment issue** before finally getting in. Both are welcome — walk-ins are always fine — but Family A's process is roughly **three times faster**. Not because we favour them. Because the counter work is already done. "Payment" We accept **all payment methods**. **E-transfer** may take longer because staff must confirm receipt. No minimum for credit transactions. Booking online saves about **$1 per ticket** and reserves your spot on busy days — recommended, not required: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings **Unlimited Play Until We Close** for online bookings and walk-ins (last slot ends at closing time). "What not to bring" **Outside food and drink** are not allowed in the facility (party rooms have separate cake/cupcake rules for booked parties). Most families find what they want on our concession menu — check before you pack a drive-thru run: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu A **medium pizza** from our kitchen is often under $20 and can tide everyone over until home. "Strollers, babies, and breastfeeding" **Strollers** are allowed — please be mindful of **wet wheels** on the play floor; that is a slip hazard. **Baby food** is fine. **Breastfeeding** is welcome anywhere in the facility. If a party room is vacant, families sometimes use it for privacy — we also offer a **private prayer room** when requested. **Change tables** are in both men's and women's washrooms. **Ages 0–23 months** have a lower admission rate. **One adult per child is free** on drop-in. See live rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing "Supervision rules" We are a **parent-supervised facility**. A supervising adult must stay on site and must be **18 or older**. Our staff are required to **contact police** if a child has been left on site without a proper supervisor — this has happened before. Please do not leave children unattended. "Lockers and lost items" **Lockers are coming** in the future. If something is misplaced, find a staff member — we will help you look. "What parents notice first — sightlines" Our **U-shaped layout** puts the eating area up the centre so you can sit with coffee and still see kids in the play structure, the party room hallway, concession, bathrooms, and front entrance. Mixed ages can play in different zones without losing visual contact — a big reason families pick us for **things to do in London** indoors. London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through **Community Votes**. First visit checklist ☐ Socks for **everyone** past admission (grip socks recommended — sold at counter) ☐ Digital waivers completed and **submitted** for every person entering ☐ Payment method ready (or book online) ☐ Checked Today's Hours bar and live admission rates ☐ Looked at concession menu if anyone will eat on site ☐ Supervising adult 18+ staying on site Parking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Baby and toddler visit guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/baby-toddler-0-23-months-indoor-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Parents climbing in the structure with kids: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parents-play-structure-climbing-kids-off-the-wall-kids-london Walk in anytime we are open — or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings More **things to do in London**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario

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  • Camp Drop-Off & Pick-Up at Off The Wall Kids — Photo ID, Authorized Pickups & What Parents Should Know (London)

    You registered for camp. Monday morning hits. Someone asks: "Do I need ID to pick up my kid?" **Yes. Every day. No exceptions.** This is the parent guide for **PA Day, summer, March Break, and Winter Break camp** at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College) — drop-off flow, pick-up security, forms, and how camp is different from walking in for **things to do in London** as a drop-in family. Camp pages: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario · https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario · https://www.offthewallkids.ca/winter-break-camp-london-ontario · https://www.offthewallkids.ca/march-break-camps-london-ontario Register on Bookeo: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Camp registration & medical form: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/camp-registration "Camp vs. drop-in — same building, different product" **Camp (ages 4–12)** is a registered full-day program with counsellors, lunch included, and strict drop-off/pick-up rules. **Drop-in play** is parent-supervised — pay admission, stay with your kids, unlimited play until close. If your child is **not registered for camp**, you are a drop-in family even during camp weeks. If your child **is registered**, follow camp procedures — you are not joining camp as a drop-in parent on the camp floor. "Drop-off — what happens" 1. Come to **admission** and check in with a **counsellor**. 2. **Camp registration and medical form** must be complete — digital versions are tracked annually on our system. Paper copies are available at the facility. Complete before your child's first camp day: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/camp-registration 3. **Waiver** must be on file for the camper. 4. If forms or waivers are missing, you will complete them at the counter before check-in finishes. 5. **Balance payment** is collected at drop-off if not already paid. 6. Camper is directed to **party rooms** where camp programming runs. During camp drop-off, we are **not open to the public yet** — only camp staff are on site. No other guests are in the facility at that moment. "Pick-up — photo ID and authorized adults" **Every pick-up requires photo ID** with a name we can match — driver's licence, passport, or similar government ID. The pick-up person must be on the **authorized list** from your camp registration and medical form. Need to add someone? Update through the form process or **call the facility** if plans change. If someone not on the list arrives, we **call the parents** to approve before release. This is a **security feature**, not staff being difficult. A delayed pick-up because the wrong person arrived without ID, is not on the list, or cannot be verified pulls counsellor attention away from campers and delays everyone else's pickup. We need parents to treat this seriously so **your child stays safe**. "Early drop-off and late pick-up" **Early drop-off** extends by **60 minutes** before regular camp start. **Late pick-up** extends by **60 minutes** after regular camp end. The **full camp day rate applies** — you are holding a spot we cannot sell to someone else. Options and pricing are on Bookeo when registration opens — confirm current fees at checkout: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Typical camp hours are **8:30am–4:30pm**; always verify on the booking site for your week. "What to pack" **Must bring:** - **Socks** — everyone past admission needs socks, camp days included - **Refillable water bottle** **Do not bring:** - Toys, electronics, outside food, or spending money for concession — we ask campers to wait until home for concession purchases so kids without money are not left out **Sometimes — with parent notice first:** We may go to the **park or green space** behind our building (sunscreen recommended) or the **splash pad** (bathing suit and towel). Parents are **notified ahead of time**. On a normal day, campers stay **inside our facility all day**. "Medication and medical needs" Medication details go on the **registration/medical form**. Counsellors can help administer when appropriate, but children should self-administer when they are able. We cannot accommodate care that requires specialized training. We have had campers with **feeding tubes** where parents come at **lunchtime** to administer — that kind of plan is arranged case by case. Email **info@offthewallkids.com** with specific needs before camp week. "Counsellor ratio and who watches campers" **One counsellor per 10 children**, plus other staff on site (admission and concession) who also keep eyes on the group. "Can parents stay on site if a sibling is not in camp?" Yes — but you are only supervising the child **not in camp**. The registered camper is under camp staff during camp hours. "Bathrooms and accidents" We rely on campers to handle bathroom needs independently where possible. Staff can assist, but **counsellors do not enter bathrooms** with children. "Cancellations" Camp cancellations follow our **day camp guide** — same rules as on the camp registration materials and camp pages. After pick-up, want an afternoon of family play? Campers and siblings can return as drop-in guests another day — **donut slide**, **ballistics arena**, and the full indoor playground are the same **things to do in London** families come back for. Camp drop-off rapid-fire Photo ID every pick-up? **Yes — no exceptions.** Authorized list? **On camp registration form — call to update.** Forms due when? **Before first camp day — annual renewal.** Early/late care? **60 min each side — full day rate; see Bookeo.** Drop-in during camp week? **Yes for non-camp families — parent-supervised.** Questions? **519-914-0551** · Register: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings

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  • Birthday Party Decorations, Goodie Bags & Party Timeline at Off The Wall Kids (London Ontario)

    The Pinterest board looks amazing. Then someone texts: "Can we get into the room early to set up?" We hear decoration questions every week at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College). This is the straight guide for birthday party hosts — what you can bring, what we provide, how the **90-minute party room timeline** works, and how to avoid the cleanup surprises that slow down the next family on the schedule. Party packages and booking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Official party policies: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/manage-your-party Party food rules (cakes, outside food): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies "Can we bring our own decorations?" **Yes.** Most parties are **DIY decorating** in your booked party room. Tape is on one of the party tables — if you do not see it, ask staff for more. Use **facility-provided tape** for hanging items in the room. You may bring **air-filled or helium balloons** yourself. We can also provide balloons as a **Bookeo add-on** — options appear in **post-booking emails** and can be added through the booking site: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Keep balloon arches and large decor **minimal and portable**. We do not have storage for oversized pieces. Plan to carry items in when you arrive and carry everything out when your room time ends. "Can we get into the room before our start time to decorate?" We will **do our best**, but **early room access is not guaranteed**. It depends on whether the room before yours is cleaned and ready. Our team uses time between parties mainly for cleanup and turnover. Your **guaranteed party room entry** is your **booked start time** — for example, a 10:00am party means room access begins at 10:00am on schedule. We are not trying to make decorating harder; that is simply how back-to-back party days run in a busy indoor playground. Optional **live party host** add-on: a host can help decorate, wrangle kids for food time, serve food, lead Happy Birthday, help with cake and presents, and assist with room cleanup. Ask when you book. "What's not allowed in the party room?" **No piñatas.** Kids swinging sticks in a shared facility is a safety issue — and piñatas are full of outside food we cannot allow. **No confetti guns, bombs, or shooters.** Confetti can take **30 minutes to hours** to fully clean. When it gets wet, it sticks to floors and play surfaces. We have applied our **cleanup fee** when hosts leave confetti behind — we would rather you skip it entirely. **No face paint** brought by hosts — it ends up on the play structure and adds major cleanup. **Sparklers** are only for the **cake moment**, not as toys for kids to play with. **Goodie bags:** no **food or candy** inside if you are handing them out in the room while food is being served. If there is food in the room, hand goodie bags out **as guests are leaving**. Zero-food goodie bags (small toys, activities) are fine in the room. We prefer **no slime or Squishmallows** in goodie bags — they have exploded on our play structure more than once and required additional cleaning. "Balloons — popping them safely" When balloons pop in the party room, small pieces can end up in the play structure. We have **stopped multiple choking situations** with smaller children chewing balloon fragments. Best practice: stick the air- or helium-filled balloon **into the garbage can**, then pop it there so all pieces stay contained. "Decorations in the general eating area" Some families celebrate in the main eating area before or after room time. **Presents and balloons** are fine there. **Outside food is not** — our health unit partnership requires outside food to stay in an enclosed party room, not the public eating area. Even permitted birthday cake from a party room cannot be consumed in the general public eating area. When it is busy, tables in the eating area follow a **30-minute courtesy rule** — please do not hold multiple tables for hours if other families are waiting. Pushing tables together is possible; just be mindful of other customers. "The 90-minute party room timeline — please follow it" This is the section hosts skip most often — and it causes the most stress on party day. Standard packages include **90 minutes in the private party room** on your booked schedule. A typical flow: **~First 30 minutes:** play time, guests arriving, settling in. **~30 minutes after start:** food is delivered to your room. **Food, cake, and presents** happen within your remaining room time. **Before room time ends:** guests return to the **indoor playground** for unlimited play until we close. **Party room access ends** when your 90 minutes are up so we can prepare for the next booking. Where parties run over: sending kids **back out to play after food but before cake and presents**, then trying to round everyone up on a short clock. There is often **another party directly after yours**. We do not have flexibility to extend room time — please complete food, cake, and presents **inside your allotted window**. Party room vs. facility play: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/which-birthday-party-package-12-24-36-kids-off-the-wall-kids-london "Cleanup and the $25 fee" You are responsible for removing **all decorations**, including balloons, at the end of your booking. We take care of dirty tablecloths, dishes, food plates, and drinking cups. A **$25 cleanup fee** applies if decorations are left behind or if prohibited items (like confetti) require extra staff cleanup. After your room time, guests keep playing — **donut slide**, **ballistics arena**, jumping pillow, ninja course — until we close. That is one reason families choose us for **things to do in London** indoors: celebration and play in one stop. London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through **Community Votes** — and **Best Children's Entertainer** two years in a row as well. Decorations rapid-fire Early room access? **Not guaranteed — booked start time is guaranteed entry.** Bring your own balloons? **Yes — air or helium. Facility balloons via Bookeo add-on.** Piñatas or confetti? **No.** Goodie bag candy in room? **No if food is being served — hand out on exit.** Slime / Squishmallows? **Please avoid — mess risk on play structure.** Timeline? **Food, cake, presents inside 90 minutes — then back to play.** Submit your guest list before party day: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/party-guest-list Book a party: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings More **things to do in London** with kids: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario

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  • Which Birthday Party Package Should You Book? 12 vs 24 vs 36 Kids at Off The Wall Kids

    The guest list keeps changing. First it was eight kids. Then someone's cousin added three. Now Grandma wants to know if the package "includes adults." We hear it every week at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College). This is how to pick between our **12-, 24-, and 36-kid party packages** — and when **private facility rental** makes sense instead. Live pricing and tiers: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Party cost deep-dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario "What every standard package includes" **90 minutes in the private party room** on your booked schedule (example: 10:00am → room until 11:30am) **Unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close** — party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up; guests may keep playing in the facility **Free adults per package** — 12, 24, or 36 free adults depending on tier (parents and grandparents do not pay extra admission up to your limit) **Food credit** for our concession — you choose what to order, not a fixed menu box Private facility rental = **two-hour exclusive window**, whole building, different product: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london "Package for up to 12 kids — who is it for?" **Small and medium parties.** Our entry tier covers up to **12 kids**. There is no separate 8-kid package — many families with **6–8 guests** still book the 12-kid tier for the private room, **12 free adults**, food credit, and full-facility play until close. That is often **best value** compared to smaller packages elsewhere that charge per extra adult or cap play time. First birthday and tiny crews: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/first-birthday-parties-indoor-playground-london-ontario "Package for up to 24 kids — when to jump up" Guest list landed around **15–22 kids**, or you expect most of the class. You get **24 free adults** and a higher **food credit** tier. Same play structure — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course — for the whole crew. Mixed ages (toddler + school-age): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/mixed-age-birthday-parties-sibling-parties-off-the-wall-kids-london "Package for up to 36 kids — the big one" Large classes, sports teams, or "everyone from the street" energy. **36 free adults** helps when parents and grandparents stay. Higher food credit for bigger pizza orders. Submit guest names online before party day: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/party-guest-list Guest list how-to: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/how-to-submit-party-guest-list-online-off-the-wall-kids-london "When private rental beats a standard package" You want the **whole facility** for a **two-hour window** with no other drop-in guests during your event. Large reunions, school celebrations, or hosts who need maximum headcount. Different price point — compare on the birthday page. "What about food, cake, and allergies?" **Food credit** applies at end of party for concession orders. Outside **cakes and cupcakes** from an inspected bakery allowed in party room only (receipt required). Full policy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies GF/DF options: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/gluten-free-dairy-free-kids-food-off-the-wall-kids-london "Tax, booking, and weekend slots" Package prices are **before tax** — Bookeo shows checkout total before you pay. Weekend slots often book **about four weeks out**. Book early. Running late? Still come — tell the counter: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london Package picker rapid-fire Only 8 kids? **12-kid tier** — no smaller package. Need 20 kids? **24-kid tier.** Whole class? **36-kid tier** or ask about private rental. Play time after cake? **Until we close** on regular days. Things to do in London for party guests: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Compare what is **included**, not just the headline price. Then book the tier that matches your real guest list — not the list from three weeks ago before two cousins said yes.

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  • Fundraising Nights & Community Partners at Off The Wall Kids (London Ontario)

    The email subject line is always some version of: "Can you donate a gift basket for our school raffle?" We appreciate every organization doing good work in London. Here is the straight answer from Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College) — and what we **do** offer instead of raffle prizes. Fundraising and Community Partners page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/fundraising-community-partner-london-ontario Contact: info@offthewallkids.com "Do you donate to schools, charities, or raffles?" **No.** We do not provide cash donations, raffle prizes, auction items, gift cards, or in-kind donation baskets. When a school, team, or organization needs support, we offer our **Community Partner fundraising night** program instead. "What is a Community Partner fundraising night?" Your group **sells admission tickets** to a private event at Off The Wall Kids at our regular admission price. You host the event on your chosen night. We charge your group a **discounted partner rate**, and your organization **keeps the difference** as fundraising profit. It is a **private event** — a **two-hour window** in the facility. We may open later or close earlier that day depending on schedule. This is not a full-day public closure. Full program details: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/fundraising-community-partner-london-ontario "Who is this for?" Schools, sports teams, daycares, dance studios, church groups, and community organizations in London and Middlesex County looking for **things to do in London** that also raise money. Not for individual raffle requests — the program is built for **group ticket sales** to a hosted play event. "How is this different from a regular birthday party?" **Birthday party packages** are for private celebrations — 90 minutes in a party room on schedule, unlimited facility play until close, food credit. Book through the party portal: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Community Partner nights** are fundraising events — your organization sells tickets and keeps the margin. Different paperwork, different goal. "Can the public still drop in on a fundraising night?" **Private event nights** use a scheduled **two-hour window**. Drop-in guests already inside clear before that window. Check the **Today's Hours bar** for how the day is structured — we may adjust open/close times. Holiday and hours guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/holiday-hours-closures-off-the-wall-kids-london-how-to-know-open "What do kids do at a fundraising night?" The same indoor playground families know — **donut slide (tube slide)**, **ballistics arena**, jumping pillow, ninja course, toddler areas, concession. **Socks required** for everyone past admission. **Waivers** for every guest. School trips and larger groups (different program): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/school-trips-group-visits-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario "How do we apply?" Start on our fundraising page and email **info@offthewallkids.com** with your organization name, preferred dates, and expected headcount. We will walk you through partner pricing and ticket structure. Fundraising rapid-fire Raffle donation? **No — Community Partner nights instead.** Private event length? **Two-hour window.** Regular drop-in open same day? **Check Today's Hours bar.** Things to do in London with your group: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario We cannot be every school's raffle table — but we can host a night your families actually show up for. That is the Community Partner program.

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  • Visiting With a Baby or Toddler (0–23 Months) at Off The Wall Kids London

    You have a nine-month-old who just started cruising and a four-year-old who wants the donut slide **now**. Can one visit work for both? Yes — that is a normal Saturday at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College). This guide is for **babies and toddlers (0–23 months)**: admission, soft play, socks, waivers, and **things to do in London** with your smallest littles. Toddler pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Admission and pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Things to do hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario "Is there a separate baby area?" We welcome **ages 0–17**. There are **soft play zones and toddler-friendly areas** suited to younger kids, while older siblings use the donut slide (tube slide), ballistics arena, jumping pillow, and ninja course in the same building. **Parent-supervised** — you stay close. Broader toddler guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/toddler-friendly-indoor-play-in-london-ontario "What does admission cost for 0–23 months?" **Lower admission rate** for ages 0–23 months. **One adult per child is free** on drop-in admission. Additional adults beyond the free adult pay the additional-adult rate. Live rates on https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing and at Bookeo checkout — prices before tax. "Do babies need socks and waivers?" **Yes.** Everyone past our admission counter needs **socks** — any age, playing or not, including babies in carriers if they will enter past the gate. We are a **socks-only facility**. **Waivers** for everyone past admission — any age. Digital waivers valid **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit Q&A: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london "Can I bring a stroller?" Coats and shoes off at admission. **Socks on** before you pay. Strollers are common in the eating area — plan a spot where you can see your toddler zone and your older kid's exit from the structure. First Visit Guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide "How long do families stay with a baby?" Plan **at least two hours**. Many stay longer with **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days (walk-in and online booking — last slot before close ends at closing time). "Food and formula" **Formula and water** are allowed. Outside food and drink otherwise not permitted — we are a licensed concession. Full menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Concession guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-we-serve-at-off-the-wall-kids-concession-pizza-london "First birthday coming up?" Many families host **first birthdays** here — mixed ages, party room, food credit, play until close. First birthday guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/first-birthday-parties-indoor-playground-london-ontario Baby visit rapid-fire Socks for baby? **Yes — past admission counter.** Waiver for baby? **Yes.** Older sibling bored? **Donut slide + ballistics arena** in same building. Rainy day option: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario You do not have to wait until they walk confidently to try indoor play. Pack socks, sign the waiver, and let them explore at their pace — one of the easiest **things to do in London** with a baby and a big sibling in tow.

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  • Holiday Hours & Closures at Off The Wall Kids — How to Know If We're Open Today

    Are you open today?" spikes every long weekend, PA Day, and holiday Monday. The worst version is driving to **539 First St in East London** with excited littles and finding out hours changed. Here is how to know if Off The Wall Kids is open **before you leave the house** — and what **private events** mean for drop-in play when you are searching for **things to do in London**. Holiday hours page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/holiday-hours-london-ontario Admission and regular hours: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing "Where is the official answer?" The **Today's Hours bar** at the top of **offthewallkids.ca** — not yesterday's memory, not a blog from last month, not a Facebook post from 2022. That bar reflects **current operating hours** including holiday adjustments and many private-event days. "Are you closed all day for private parties?" Usually **no**. Private events and private facility rentals book a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. Depending on when the event is scheduled, we may **open later** or **close earlier** that day. Drop-in guests already inside must **clear the floor before the private event window** begins. Regular **Unlimited Play Until We Close** applies on normal operating days outside those windows. Private rental vs package: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london Running late to a booking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london "What about birthday parties — does that mean drop-in is closed?" **No.** Parties run on a schedule; the building holds **300+** capacity. Even busy Saturdays leave room for walk-ins. Parties do not shut out drop-in play. Capacity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london "Regular hours when nothing special is posted" Usually **10:00am–8:00pm, seven days a week**. Confirm on the Today's Hours bar — especially before holiday weekends. "Should I book online on holidays?" Recommended on busy days — saves about **$1 per ticket** and holds your start time. Walk-ins welcome subject to capacity. Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Unlimited play on regular days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london "Camps on holidays and school breaks" **PA Day, March Break, Winter Break, and summer camp** follow **camp hours** (typically 8:30am–4:30pm) — separate from drop-in. Check Bookeo for camp weeks: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings PA Day drop-in vs camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 Before you drive — checklist Check **Today's Hours bar** on the website. Sign **waivers** online if you can: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Pack **socks** for everyone past admission — socks-only facility. Peek **admission rates**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Holiday hours rapid-fire Closed all day for a party? **Rare — usually a two-hour private window.** Best source? **Today's Hours bar.** Still open for drop-in most Saturdays? **Yes — parties ≠ closed building.** Things to do in London indoors: donut slide, ballistics arena, concession, camps — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario When in doubt, check the bar. Thirty seconds on your phone beats a U-turn on First St with three littles in the back seat.

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  • How to Submit Your Party Guest List Online at Off The Wall Kids (London)

    You booked the party. Cake is ordered. Then someone at the front counter says: "We need **every guest's first and last name** before party day — kids and adults." That used to mean emailing a spreadsheet. Now you can submit your **party guest list online** at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St, East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is the step-by-step for birthday hosts in London Ontario. Party guest list portal: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/party-guest-list Birthday party packages: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Party rules and policies: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/manage-your-party "Why do you need names for every guest?" Admission, waivers, and capacity. Everyone who passes our admission counter needs a **signed waiver** — any age, playing or not. Having names typed before party day speeds check-in so your group is not stuck at the counter while cousins arrive in waves. Guest list is **mandatory** for party hosts. Online submission is the fastest way to get it done. "How do I sign in to add guests?" Use the **phone number on your Bookeo party booking**. That links your reservation to the guest list portal. If the number on the booking does not match what you enter, sign-in will not work — use the same phone you booked with. Portal: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/party-guest-list "What information do I enter for each guest?" **First and last name** for every **child and adult** attending — parents, grandparents, siblings, plus-one adults. If they will pass admission, they go on the list. Kids beyond your package tier? Ask when you book — guest list helps us prep, but package limits still apply. "Can I still email the list instead?" The online portal is preferred. You can still reach us at info@offthewallkids.com if you hit a technical snag — but typing names yourself usually saves back-and-forth the week of the party. "When should I submit the guest list?" As soon as your headcount firms up — and **before party day**. Weekend parties book heavy; counter time is precious. Submit early, update if someone cancels. Running late on everything else? https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london "What about waivers and socks?" **Waivers** — every guest past admission, any age. Digital waivers valid **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Socks** — everyone past admission, playing or not. We are a **socks-only facility**. Grip socks $3.54 at counter. First visit rules: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london "What happens on party day after the room time?" Standard packages include **90 minutes in the private party room** on your booked schedule (example: 10:00am → room until 11:30am). Guests may **keep playing in the facility until we close**; party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up. Unlimited play explainer: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Party cost and what's included: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario Guest list rapid-fire Sign in with? **Phone on Bookeo booking.** Every adult too? **Yes — anyone past admission.** Still need waivers? **Yes — digital saves time.** Things to do in London for the whole crew: donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course, concession — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Book the party. Submit the names. Pack socks. Sign waivers on the couch. Then enjoy the donut slide instead of the clipboard.

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  • March Break Camp in London Ontario — What Parents Should Know Before You Book

    March Break planning starts early — spreadsheets, friend group texts, and someone asking whether the indoor playground does **camp** or just **drop-in**. Both exist at Off The Wall Kids (**539 First St, East London**, Argyle near Fanshawe College). This post is the **March Break camp** guide for London parents: ages 4–12, full-day format, lunch included, and how it compares to **things to do in London** as a family visit during the same week. March Break camp page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/march-break-camps-london-ontario Register: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Day Camp Guide (PDF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/public_files/daycampguide.pdf "What is March Break camp here?" Registered **full-day camp for ages 4–12** inside our indoor playground. Counsellor-led program, structured activities, **lunch and snacks included**, and access to the full facility — donut slide (tube slide), ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course, toddler zones, and more. Not parent-supervised drop-in. Campers check in under camp rules; parents pick up at end of camp day. "Hours and format" Typical camp day: **8:30am–4:30pm**. Early drop-off and late pick-up may be available on Bookeo when registration opens. Facility drop-in hours are usually **10:00am–8:00pm** on regular days. **Today's Hours bar** on our website is the source of truth — especially during March Break when private events may adjust open/close times. Holiday hours guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/holiday-hours-london-ontario "Is lunch included?" Yes. Camp registration includes **lunch and snacks**. Dietary notes at registration; email info@offthewallkids.com for allergy questions. "Can my family drop in during March Break if we are not in camp?" Usually yes on normal operating days — **walk in or book online**, parent-supervised play, admission rates on https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days for walk-ins and online bookings (last slot before close ends at closing time). March Break can feel like a rainy Saturday every day — booking online saves about **$1 per ticket** and holds your spot. Walk-ins welcome subject to capacity. Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Best times quiet vs busy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario "How is March Break camp different from summer camp?" Same building, same age range (**4–12**), same indoor-play advantage. **Weekly themes and dates** differ — always confirm current March Break weeks and pricing on Bookeo. Summer day camp deep-dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-day-camp-london-ontario-ages-4-12 Winter Break camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/winter-break-camp-london-ontario-ages-4-12 "What should campers bring?" Comfortable clothes, shoes for arrival, **socks for everyone past admission** (grip socks $3.54 at counter — any socks work). Waivers before entry — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Summer socks rules apply in March too: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/why-socks-matter-at-off-the-wall-kids-summer-rules "Parking during March Break?" Busier weeks — arrive a few minutes early. Parking guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends March Break rapid-fire Ages? **4–12** camp. Drop-in **0–17** with parent on floor. Sell out? **Register early** when weeks post on Bookeo. Parties during break? **Drop-in still has room** most days — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london Things to do in London: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario March Break camp is one of the best **things to do in London** when you need a full work week covered. Drop in when you want a family afternoon. Either way — socks, waivers, check hours first.

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  • Winter Break Camp in London Ontario (Ages 4–12) — Indoor Play & Lunch Included

    School is out for the holidays. The weather is cold, the calendar is chaos, and someone in the group chat asks: "Is there indoor camp in London that week — or are we on our own?" We run **Winter Break camp** at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is the parent guide: ages, hours, lunch, how camp differs from drop-in play, and how it fits into **things to do in London** when the kids need a full day out of the house. Winter Break camp page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/winter-break-camp-london-ontario Register on Bookeo: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Day Camp Guide (PDF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/public_files/daycampguide.pdf "What is Winter Break camp at Off The Wall Kids?" A registered **full-day camp program for ages 4–12**. Counsellor-led camp inside our indoor playground — donut slide (tube slide), ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course, supervised games, **lunch and snacks included**. Built for parents who need coverage during the holiday break while littles burn energy somewhere warm and dry. This is **not** drop-in play. Campers follow camp drop-off and pick-up rules (photo ID every day, authorized pick-ups only). Families who are not registered for camp use the building as **parent-supervised drop-in play** on regular operating days — different product, same building. "What are the hours?" Camp typically runs **8:30am–4:30pm**. Extended drop-off and late pick-up may be available on Bookeo — check when registration opens. Drop-in facility hours are usually **10:00am–8:00pm**. Always check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before you drive — holiday hours and private event windows can change the day. "Is lunch included?" Yes. **Lunch and snacks are included** with Winter Break camp registration. You do not need to pack a meal. Note dietary needs when you register. Allergy questions: info@offthewallkids.com "How is camp different from walking in with my kids?" **Camp** = registered program, counsellor-led, fixed hours, lunch included, ages 4–12. **Drop-in** = parent stays on the floor, pay admission, **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days (online booking and walk-in — last slot before close ends at closing time). Socks and waivers for everyone past admission — any age, playing or not. PA Day and summer camp confusion? Same building, different lanes: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 Summer day camp guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-day-camp-london-ontario-ages-4-12 School break overview: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-break-march-break-what-to-do-with-kids-in-london "What do campers actually do?" They use the **full indoor playground** — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, toddler-friendly zones, concession area for camp meals — plus structured camp activities. Cold January days stay inside. Kids still run hard; many families report excellent car naps on the way home. "Can we drop in on Winter Break if we are NOT in camp?" Often yes on **regular operating days** — check the **Today's Hours bar** first. Private events book a **two-hour window**; we may open later or close earlier that day. Drop-in guests already inside must clear before the private event window begins. That is not a full-day closure — it is a scheduled window. Running late or unsure about hours? https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london "What should campers bring?" Comfortable clothes, running shoes for arrival (**socks required past admission** inside — we are a socks-only facility), water bottle if you like, and anything the Day Camp Guide lists. **Waivers** for everyone past admission — digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit rules (socks, waivers): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london "How do we register — and does it sell out?" Register on **Bookeo** when Winter Break weeks post. Spots are limited — register early when dates go live. Winter Break rapid-fire Ages? **4–12** for camp. Drop-in: **0–17** with parent supervision. Lunch? **Included.** Building? **Indoor playground** — donut slide, ballistics arena, and more. Drop-in same day? **Check Today's Hours bar** — private event windows may adjust hours. Things to do in London hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Winter Break in London does not have to mean juggling screens and takeout. Camp when you need a full day. Drop in when you want an afternoon. Pack socks. Sign waivers when you can. We will see you at the counter.

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  • First Birthday Parties at an Indoor Playground in London Ontario

    They are turning one. The guest list is mostly cousins under six, three grandparents, and someone asking whether a one-year-old even needs a "real" party venue. Fair question. We host a lot of **first birthdays** at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College) — and the answer is usually yes, if you want **things to do in London** indoors where mixed ages actually work: toddlers safe nearby, older cousins on the donut slide and ballistics arena, parents with sightlines and food on site. This is the first-birthday guide — what our packages include, how play time works, and what to know before you book. Birthday party pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Why families pick an indoor playground for a first birthday **Weather-proof** — January first birthdays and July heat waves both land indoors. **Mixed ages** — the birthday kid might barely walk; older cousins want to run. Our toddler area, walk-through structure, donut slide, and ballistics arena live in **one building** with parent sightlines from the eating area. Toddler guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Mixed-age party guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/mixed-age-birthday-parties-sibling-parties-off-the-wall-kids-london **Food from our kitchen** — party packages include a **food credit** for our concession. You choose pizza, platters, and kid-friendly options — not a fixed mystery menu box. Party food rules (cake, allergies, GF/DF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies **Play after cake** — guests keep playing in the facility until we close after party room time ends. First birthdays often turn into a full-family afternoon. What a standard package includes Live tiers and pricing on our birthday page (12, 24, and 36 kids, plus private rental): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Every standard package includes: **90 minutes in the private party room** on your booked schedule (example: 10:00am booking → room until 11:30am) **Unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close** — party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up; guests may keep playing in the facility **Free adult admission** per package tier **Food credit** from our kitchen — applied when you pay your food balance at the end What does a party actually cost? Breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario First birthday guest counts A lot of first birthdays book the **12-kid tier** with a smaller crew — immediate family, a few toddler friends, cousins. If your list is bigger, 24- and 36-kid packages exist. Still not sure on headcount? Call **519-914-0551** before you book the wrong tier. Private rental vs standard package for a big first birthday **Standard package** — private party room, shared main playground with drop-in families (normal Saturday life). Best value for most families. **Private facility rental** — exclusive **two-hour event window**, whole building for your group during that window, up to 150 people. Drop-in may still be available before or after depending on schedule. Comparison guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london What the one-year-old actually does at the party Honest answer: they might spend twenty minutes in toddler bead play, five minutes mesmerized by a cousin on the jumping pillow, and the rest of the party in your arms — and that is fine. The venue still works because **everyone else** has a full indoor playground — ninja course, donut slide, ballistics arena — without you hosting chaos in your living room. Exclusive attractions feature posts: Donut slide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids Ballistics arena: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Practical first-birthday checklist **Book early** — weekend slots about four weeks out are often gone. **Outside food** — generally not permitted. **Inspected bakery cakes and cupcakes** allowed in your booked party room only (receipt required). **Socks** — everyone past admission, any age. Grandparents too. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter, playing or not. Digital waivers good **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Parking** on party Saturdays — allow extra time: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends **Running late?** Parties run on a schedule — call if you are behind: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london Drop-in families still welcome on party Saturdays Parties use a **private party room** — not the whole building. Capacity well over 300; parties use roughly 75 spaces at peak. Drop-in families still come. Capacity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london Quick first-birthday rapid-fire Too young for a party venue? **Mixed ages make indoor playground parties work** Cake from outside? **Inspected bakery cakes/cupcakes in party room only** How long can guests play? **Facility until we close after room time** Book: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes. A first birthday here is less about the one-year-old conquering the ninja course — and more about giving the whole family **things to do in London** in one stop while you celebrate. Ready to book the first birthday? Party page with live pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario We will have the party room ready. Your job is candles, socks, and letting the cousins sprint toward the donut slide.

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  • Things to Do With Kids This Weekend in London Ontario — Indoor Play at Off The Wall Kids

    Thursday night. Someone texts "what are we doing with the kids this weekend?" and the group chat turns into a pile of half-plans — splash pad if it is nice, mall if it rains, nobody has checked hours yet. We are Off The Wall Kids at **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is our **weekend planner** for families searching **things to do in London** — when to come, how busy it gets, walk-in vs booking, parking on Saturdays, and what your kids can actually do inside one building for a full afternoon. Broader family hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario What you get in one weekend visit One admission. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days (walk-in and online booking). Parent-supervised. Socks and waivers at the counter. Not one bouncy room — a full indoor playground: **Donut slide (tube slide)** — exclusive to our London location: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids **Ballistics arena** — exclusive foam-ball zone: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario **Jumping pillow** — bounce energy indoors: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/jumping-pillow-kangaroo-jumper-off-the-wall-kids-london **Ninja warrior obstacle course** — nets, tires, padded obstacles: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ninja-warrior-obstacle-course-off-the-wall-kids-london **Volcano slide** — climbing structure: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/volcano-slide-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-exclusive **Toddler area & bead play** — mixed ages in one building **Concession** — pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, eat and stay longer Full breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Saturday vs Sunday — when to come **Busy:** rainy weekends, mid-day Saturday, long weekends, first weekends of school break. **Quieter:** weekday afternoons (if you can flex), Saturday/Sunday **10:00am–noon**, or **5:00pm until close**. Deep dive on quiet vs busy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Rainy Saturday? Expect peak energy — still room for drop-in families. Capacity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london Hot weekend? Indoor AC beats the splash-pad line: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london Walk-in or book online? **Walk-ins welcome** anytime we are open — no reservation required. **Online booking** saves about **$1 per ticket** and reserves your spot on hectic Saturdays — recommended when the forecast is ugly. Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Book: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings How long should you plan? At least **two hours**. Many families stay **three or more** with Unlimited Play Until We Close. Play-time rules: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Weekend hours and admission Usually **10:00am–8:00pm** — always check the **Today's Hours bar** before you leave the house. Holidays and private events can shift hours. Private events book a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. We may open later or close earlier that day. Live admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Last admission Fri–Sat: **7:30pm** for new guests (you are already inside until close once admitted). Weekend parking (especially party Saturdays) Front lot at 539 First St, Diamond HVAC overflow, **Hickey Appliance lot weekends only**, neighbourhood overflow behind the building. Parking guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Party-Saturday tips: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends Before you load the car **Socks** — everyone past admission, any age. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter. Sign at home — digital waivers good **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit checklist: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Birthday on the calendar this weekend? Standard packages: 90 minutes in the private party room on schedule, unlimited play in the facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen. Party page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Hosting a turning-one soon? First birthday guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/first-birthday-parties-indoor-playground-london-ontario Weekend rapid-fire Need to book? **No — walk-ins welcome** Parties shutting us down? **No — ~75 party spaces at peak, 300+ capacity** East London drive? **Often 10 minutes from Argyle / Fanshawe**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/indoor-playground-east-london-ontario-things-to-do-argyle-fanshawe London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** and **Best Children's Entertainer** two years in a row through community votes. For **things to do in London** this weekend without driving to five different stops — donut slide, ballistics arena, ninja course, food, and hours of play under one roof. Check hours, pack socks, sign waivers, and come see us. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you this weekend — probably starting at the donut slide.

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  • Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course at Off The Wall Kids — Indoor Obstacle Play in London Ontario

    Cargo nets. Tire swings. Padded obstacles. The zone where active kids pretend they are on a game show — and parents finally get the energy burn they were hoping for when they searched **things to do in London** indoors. That is our **ninja warrior obstacle course** at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This post is the feature guide: what the ninja course is, who it fits, and how it connects to the rest of our indoor playground on one admission. Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario What the ninja obstacle course is A dedicated obstacle-style zone inside our facility — climbing boards, cargo nets, tire swings, padded surfaces. School-age kids and active six-year-olds who think they are school-age gravitate here. It is **not** a separate ticket or a pop-up attraction in a corner. It is a named part of the building families loop on the same visit as the donut slide, ballistics arena, and jumping pillow. Parents tell us the ninja course is where older siblings go while littles stay in toddler zones or bead play — same sightlines from the eating area, same afternoon. Exclusive-to-London attractions worth pairing on the same visit: Donut slide (tube slide): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids Ballistics arena: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Jumping pillow feature: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/jumping-pillow-kangaroo-jumper-off-the-wall-kids-london Full facility guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Who loves the ninja course **Ages 5–12** — the sweet spot. Kids who want challenge, repetition, and a little competition with themselves. **Mixed-age families** — ninja course for the older kid, toddler area for the little one. Our mixed-age party guide talks about the same dynamic: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/mixed-age-birthday-parties-sibling-parties-off-the-wall-kids-london **Birthday parties** — ninja obstacles are a hit when half the guest list is school-age. Party guests play the full facility until we close after room time. Party page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Camps** — counsellor-supervised obstacle play on camp days. PA Day / camp guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 One admission — ninja course plus the full building Standard admission covers **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days — ninja course, donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, volcano slide, toddler area, concession. Walk-ins welcome. Book online (saves ~$1/ticket): https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Hours on the **Today's Hours bar**. Private events = **two-hour window**; we may open later or close earlier that day. Socks, waivers, supervision **Socks** — everyone past admission, any age. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver We are a **parent-supervised facility**. Stay within reach of kids still building confidence on nets and swings. Grip socks recommended ($3.54 at admission). Why obstacle play matters for London parents Outdoor obstacle parks are weather-dependent. London winters, rain weeks, and heat warnings push families indoors — and "sit still" is not a realistic plan for a lot of kids. The ninja course gives you **obstacle-style play under one roof** with food on site, toddler options nearby, and exclusive structures (donut slide, ballistics arena) when the ninja loop gets old. East London locals — short drive from Argyle and Fanshawe: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/indoor-playground-east-london-ontario-things-to-do-argyle-fanshawe Quick ninja course rapid-fire Separate admission? **No** Best ages? **Roughly 5–12, confident younger kids too** Parent supervision? **Yes** Included in parties and camps? **Yes — full facility** Where? **539 First St, East London** London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes. The ninja course is one more reason one admission unlocks a full list of **things to do in London** — not a single activity and done. Ready for cargo nets and tire swings? Pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come loop the ninja course. Walk in or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you in the ninja course — then probably the donut slide for round two.

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  • Jumping Pillow (Kangaroo Jumper) at Off The Wall Kids — Bounce Play in London Ontario

    Big air. Big laughs. A zone kids sprint to when they want bounce energy without booking a separate trampoline park across town. That is our **jumping pillow** (Kangaroo Jumper) at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). Parents searching **things to do in London** with active kids often want exactly this: physical play indoors, weather-proof, one stop. This post is the feature guide on our jumping pillow — what it is, who loves it, and how it fits a full afternoon at our indoor playground. Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario What the jumping pillow actually is Picture a large inflatable bounce zone inside our facility — not a full trampoline court, but a **named attraction** with its own energy. Kids get vertical play in a contained area while parents use sightlines from the eating area to watch across the structure, concession runs, and other zones. It is one reason families pick us over driving to a bounce-only venue for a mixed-age afternoon. Your toddler might stay in bead play nearby while your grade-schooler burns on the jumping pillow — same admission, same building. Comparing bounce options in London? Our tramp vs indoor playground guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/indoor-playground-vs-trampoline-park-younger-kids-london-ontario Our exclusive-to-London structures (different energy from bounce): Ballistics arena: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Donut slide (tube slide): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids Volcano slide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/volcano-slide-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-exclusive Full activity list: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Who the jumping pillow is for **School-age kids** — the main audience. Repeat runs, races, and the kind of tired that shows up at bedtime. **Preschoolers** — with a parent close. Bounce zones are exciting; stay within reach if your little one is still learning balance. **Mixed ages** — jumping pillow for big sister, toddler area or bead play for little brother, parent sightlines from one spot. **Hot summer days** — when the park is brutal and kids still need to move. More heat-day planning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london **Rainy weekends** — peak energy in the building. Rainy-day guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario One admission — jumping pillow plus everything else The jumping pillow is included in standard admission. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days for walk-ins and online bookings — jumping pillow, donut slide, ballistics arena, ninja course, volcano slide, toddler zones, concession. Play-time deep dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Walk-in welcome. Online booking saves ~$1/ticket: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Check the **Today's Hours bar** before you drive — usually 10:00am–8:00pm. Private events book a **two-hour window**; we may open later or close earlier that day. Drop-in guests already inside clear the floor before the event window begins. Before you bounce — socks and waivers **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, any age. Grip socks ($3.54 at admission) help on slides and bounce surfaces. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter. Digital waivers good **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Jumping pillow on party days and camp days **Birthday parties** — guests use the full main playground, including the jumping pillow. Parties use a **private party room** for cake and food; the bounce zone stays open to party guests and drop-in families. Parties: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Parties vs drop-in capacity: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london **Camps** — counsellor-led days use the full facility, including the jumping pillow. Summer camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario Refuel, then back to the pillow Concession pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee — eat on site, hold sightlines, send them back for another round on the jumping pillow. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Quick jumping pillow rapid-fire Separate ticket? **No — full facility admission** Trampoline park? **Different product — we are a full indoor playground** Socks required? **Yes** How long can they play? **Unlimited until we close on regular days** Where? **539 First St, East London** London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes. The jumping pillow is one of many **things to do in London** inside one admission — alongside our exclusive donut slide and ballistics arena. Ready to bounce? Pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see the jumping pillow in action. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the jumping pillow — or the ballistics arena when they need a reset.

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  • Volcano Slide at Off The Wall Kids — Exclusive Indoor Climbing Slide in London Ontario

    It looks like a volcano. Kids climb the holds, work the structure, and come down the slide — and it is one of the landmarks families mention when they tell friends about **things to do in London** on a rainy Saturday. We are Off The Wall Kids at **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). The **volcano slide** is an **exclusive-to-London play structure** — part of our indoor playground alongside the donut slide and ballistics arena. This post focuses on the volcano experience: climbing, sliding, mixed ages, and how it fits a full visit. Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario What makes the volcano slide different The volcano slide is a **climbing-and-slide structure** — volcano-themed holds, vertical energy, and a slide run that rewards kids who like to climb before they ride. It is **not** the same as our **donut slide (tube slide)**. Different structure, different motion — tubes and racing down the incline on the donut slide; climb-and-slide on the volcano. Both are exclusive attractions at our London location. **Donut slide feature:** https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids **Ballistics arena feature:** https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Full activity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Who loves the volcano slide **Confident climbers** — kids who want holds, height, and a payoff slide at the end. **Mixed ages** — littles build up to it with a parent right beside them; older siblings loop it while you stay in sight from the eating area. **First-time visitors** — the volcano shape is hard to miss. A lot of families use it as the "start here" landmark, then spread out to ballistics, jumping pillow, and ninja obstacles on the same admission. **Toddlers** — newly walking kids may watch first visit and tackle it next month. Our toddler area and walk-through structure layout let you stay close without splitting the family across the city. Toddler guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Socks, waivers, and grip Everyone past the admission counter needs **socks** — climbing structures and slides, same rule as everywhere else in the building. **Waivers** for everyone past the counter — digital waivers good **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Grip socks ($3.54 at admission) are recommended for slides and climbs. Any socks work. One admission — volcano plus the full facility The volcano slide is included in standard admission. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days for walk-ins and online bookings — volcano, donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course, toddler zones, concession. Book online (saves ~$1/ticket): https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Check the **Today's Hours bar** before you drive. Private events use a **two-hour window** — we may open later or close earlier that day. Drop-in guests already inside clear the floor before the event window begins. Parties, camps, and the volcano slide **Birthday parties** — guests play in the full facility until we close. The volcano slide is part of the main playground, not locked inside the party room. Standard packages include 90 minutes in the private party room on schedule; unlimited play in the structure after that. Parties: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Camps** — counsellor-led days use the full indoor playground, including the volcano structure. Summer camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario Rainy days and the volcano slide Grey sky, restless littles, everyone cooped up — the volcano slide is one reason families pick us when the forecast turns. More rainy-day planning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Hot summer days — same building, air conditioning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london Why the volcano slide matters for London families London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes. The volcano slide sits alongside our **donut slide** and **ballistics arena** — three exclusive-to-London structures that give parents a reason to choose us when they search **things to do in London** with kids. We are not the biggest indoor play space in Ontario. We are a place where climbing kids get a landmark structure worth the drive — and a full afternoon of other attractions in the same building. Quick volcano slide rapid-fire Exclusive to London? **Yes — our volcano structure** Same as donut slide? **No — different attraction** Included in admission? **Yes** Parent supervision? **Yes — parent-supervised facility** Where? **539 First St, East London** Ready to climb? Pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see the volcano in person. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the volcano slide.

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  • Donut Slide at Off The Wall Kids — Exclusive Tube Slide in London Ontario

    Again, again, again." That is the donut slide. Kids ride **tubes** down the incline, race to the bottom, and sprint back up for another run. Parents searching **things to do in London** with school-age kids often land here because the **donut slide is our tube slide** — one structure, exclusive to our **London location** — and you will not find this exact setup at every indoor play centre in the city. We are Off The Wall Kids at **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is the feature guide on our donut slide — what it is, who loves it, and how it fits into a full afternoon at our indoor playground. Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Donut slide = tube slide (one attraction) Fair question we get at the counter: "Is the donut slide different from the tube slide?" **Same structure.** Kids sit on a tube, ride down the incline, and repeat. We call it the **donut slide** because that is what families and kids say — and because it is **exclusive to our London location**. When you read "tube slide" on other guides, they are talking about this same ride here. Not a separate tubing zone elsewhere in the building. One headline slide experience — high energy, high laughter, the thing birthday kids talk about at school on Monday. Our other exclusive-to-London attractions: Ballistics arena feature: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/ballistics-arena-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Volcano slide feature: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/volcano-slide-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-exclusive Full facility guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Who the donut slide is for **School-age kids** — especially kids who have "done every slide at every party" elsewhere. This one still gets a reaction. **Mixed ages** — confident climbers go first; littles build up to it with you right beside them on the approach and landing zone. **Sibling groups** — older kid on the donut slide while a toddler works bead play in the same sightline from the eating area. **Birthday parties** — the donut slide is often the photo parents chase after cake. Guests keep playing in the facility until we close after party room time ends. Grip socks help on slides and climbs — we sell branded grip socks at admission ($3.54). Any socks work; grip socks are recommended. Socks for everyone past the counter — any age: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london One admission — donut slide plus the full building The donut slide is not a separate ticket. One admission covers **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular days — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja course, volcano slide, toddler area, concession, all of it. Walk-ins welcome. Online booking saves about **$1 per ticket** and helps on busy Saturdays: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Play-time deep dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Hours on the **Today's Hours bar** — usually 10:00am–8:00pm. Private events book a **two-hour window**; we may open later or close earlier that day. Drop-in guests already inside clear the floor before the private event window begins. Practical before-you-come **Waivers** — everyone past the admission counter, playing or not. Digital waivers valid **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Parking** — front lot, Diamond HVAC overflow, weekend Hickey Appliance lot. Allow extra time on party Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking **East London locals** — Argyle and Fanshawe families often reach us in ten minutes: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/indoor-playground-east-london-ontario-things-to-do-argyle-fanshawe Pair the donut slide with lunch Kids do not always tap out after slides. Concession pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups — eat in our seating area, watch sightlines, send them back to the donut slide for round ten. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Why the donut slide shows up in "things to do in London" searches London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes. The donut slide is one reason east-side parents recommend us — a **tube slide exclusive to London**, in the same building as our ballistics arena and the rest of the playground. We are not the biggest indoor play space in Ontario. We are a place where kids get a slide they have not done at every other venue — and enough other **things to do in London** inside one stop to fill a full afternoon. Quick donut slide rapid-fire Same as tube slide? **Yes — one structure** Exclusive to London? **Yes** Separate ticket? **No** Socks required? **Yes — everyone past admission** Where? **539 First St, East London** Ready for "again, again, again"? Pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come ride the tube. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the donut slide.

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  • Ballistics Arena at Off The Wall Kids — Exclusive Foam Ball Play in London Ontario

    Kids describe it in the car on the way home. Foam balls. Targets. The kind of chaos that does not fit in a single sentence — so parents Google **things to do in London** and try to find "that foam ball place" again. That is our **ballistics arena** at Off The Wall Kids — **539 First St in East London** (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). It is a **dedicated play zone exclusive to our London location**, not a corner of someone else's soft-play building. This post is the deep dive on that one attraction: what it is, who loves it, and how it fits into a full afternoon indoors. Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario What the ballistics arena actually is Picture a named zone inside our indoor playground — foam balls, targets, and open space for kids to run, toss, and reset over and over. It is not a generic ball pit tucked under a staircase. Families book us for birthdays and drop-in play partly because kids remember **ballistics** by name. School-age kids and active six-year-olds gravitate here first or loop back after the donut slide. Parents use sightlines from the eating area to watch the arena while siblings hit other zones — jumping pillow, ninja course, toddler area — on the same admission. Our other exclusive-to-London structures: Donut slide (tube slide) feature: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/donut-slide-tube-slide-exclusive-london-ontario-off-the-wall-kids Volcano slide feature: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/volcano-slide-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-exclusive Full activity list: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Who it is for (and who should stay close) **Best fit:** kids who want high-energy, social, loud play — often ages 5–12, but confident younger kids join in too. **Mixed ages:** older kids in the ballistics arena while a toddler explores bead play nearby works well here. One building, one admission, parent sightlines across zones. **Supervision:** we are a parent-supervised facility. Stay within reach of littles who are still learning boundaries in busy zones. **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, any age, every visit. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide One admission — ballistics plus everything else You are not paying a separate ticket for the ballistics arena. One drop-in admission covers the full indoor playground until we close on regular days — ballistics arena, donut slide, jumping pillow, ninja obstacles, volcano slide, toddler zones, and concession. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** for walk-ins and online bookings (last slot before close ends at closing time): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Walk-in or book online (saves ~$1/ticket): https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Live admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Hours — check the **Today's Hours bar** before you drive. Usually 10:00am–8:00pm. Private events book a **two-hour window** — we may open later or close earlier that day; drop-in guests already inside clear the floor before the event window begins. Ballistics on party days and camp days **Birthday parties** — party guests use the same main playground as drop-in families. Ballistics is part of the facility, not a private-room-only perk. Parties use a **private party room** for cake and food; the arena stays in the mix for everyone. Party guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Summer camp & PA Day camp** — registered campers hit the full facility, including ballistics, under counsellor supervision. Different product from drop-in play. Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario Eat here, stay longer, go back to the arena The concession is part of why families do a second lap. Pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee — licensed kitchen, not just vending machines. Kids refuel; parents hold a table with sightlines; someone announces they are going back to ballistics. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Why families mention ballistics when they recommend us London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes — and **Best Children's Entertainer** two years in a row as well. When east-side parents list **things to do in London** for school-age kids, ballistics comes up alongside our donut slide — two structures you will not find at every indoor play centre in the city. We are not the biggest venue in Ontario. We are a place where one admission unlocks named attractions kids actually remember. Quick ballistics rapid-fire Exclusive to our London location? **Yes** Separate admission? **No — full facility** Socks and waivers? **Yes — everyone past the counter** How long can they play? **Unlimited until we close on regular days** Where? **539 First St, East London (Argyle)** Ready for foam-ball chaos? Pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see why kids talk about this zone in the car. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online to save a bit and hold your spot: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you in the ballistics arena.

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  • Indoor Playground in East London Ontario — Things to Do Near Argyle & Fanshawe

    You live in East London, Argyle, or near Fanshawe College. Someone in the car says "let's find **things to do in London**" and the map pulls up options scattered across the city — north end, west end, twenty minutes in traffic you did not budget for. We are Off The Wall Kids at **539 First St** in East London (Argyle area, near Fanshawe College). A lot of families in your neighbourhood find us because we are close — not because we are trying to win a "drive across London" afternoon. This is the local guide: where we are, what you get when you walk in, and why East London parents keep us in the rotation for rainy days, hot days, birthdays, and school breaks. Indoor playground pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader **things to do in London** hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Where exactly — and who drives here **539 First St, London, Ontario** — East London, Argyle neighbourhood, a short drive from Fanshawe College. Families from Argyle, Hamilton Road, Old East Village, and the east side of the city often reach us in **ten minutes or less**. Fanshawe students with littles, East London parents who do not want to haul across the 401 corridor for indoor play, and grandparents who know the Argyle streets — you are our regular crowd. We also welcome families from across London Ontario and Middlesex County. If you are searching **indoor playground East London** or **things to do in London** near the east side, you are in the right place. Contact and directions: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/contact Parking guide (weekends, parties, overflow lots): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Parking blog with party-Saturday tips: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends What you get at our East London indoor playground One admission. Unlimited play in the facility until we close on regular days (online booking and walk-in). Parent-supervised. Socks and waivers at the counter. This is not a single bounce room. It is a full indoor playground with attractions kids remember by name — including two structures **exclusive to our London location**: **Donut slide (tube slide)** — kids ride tubes down the incline. Racing energy, repeat runs, and a slide you will not find at every indoor play centre in the city. East London school-age kids mention this one when they are telling friends about **things to do in London** on a Saturday. **Ballistics arena** — foam balls, targets, dedicated zone exclusive to our facility. The chaos kids talk about in the car on the way home. Beyond those headline attractions: **Jumping pillow (Kangaroo Jumper)** — big air in a contained zone. **Ninja warrior obstacle course** — cargo nets, tire swings, padded obstacles. **Volcano slide** — climbing structure with slide runs in the main play area. **Multi-level climbing structure** — tunnels, netting, climbs, parent sightlines from the eating area. **Toddler area & bead play** — softer zones for the smallest guests; mixed ages in one building. **Concession** — licensed kitchen (pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee). One stop for play and food. Full activity breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Toddler-focused guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Hot summer days in East London (same building, same AC): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london Hours, admission, and getting in the door Regular rhythm: **10:00am to 8:00pm**, seven days a week — but always check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before you drive. Holidays and private events can shift hours. Private events book a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. Depending on when an event is scheduled, we may **open later** or **close earlier** that day. Drop-in guests already inside must clear the floor before the private event window begins. Admission by age band — live rates on our Admission & Pricing page (we do not hard-code prices in blog posts): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Walk-ins welcome anytime we are open. Online booking saves about **$1 per ticket** and reserves your spot on busy days: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings How long can kids play? **Unlimited Play Until We Close** for walk-ins and online drop-in bookings on regular days — not a hidden two-hour cap. Deep dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/unlimited-play-until-close-how-long-kids-play-off-the-wall-kids-london Walk-in vs booking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Before you come from Argyle or Fanshawe **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, any age, every visit. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter, playing or not. Digital waivers on our site are valid **12 months**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit walkthrough: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Socks and waiver rules explained: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london Birthdays, camps, and school breaks — still East London **Birthday parties** — 90 minutes in a private party room on your booked schedule, unlimited play in the facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen. Parties do not shut out drop-in families — capacity is well over 300. Party page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Summer day camp & PA Day camp** — ages 4–12, lunch included, counsellor-led days inside the same indoor playground. Separate product from drop-in play. Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario PA Day guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 **School trips & group visits** — booked ahead; full facility for your group under your supervision. Group visits: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/group-visits-school-trips-london Why East London families keep coming back London families have voted us **Best Indoor Playground** two years in a row through community votes — and **Best Children's Entertainer** two years in a row as well. We are not the biggest indoor play space in Ontario. What we are is a place built for real families on real Saturdays — donut slide, ballistics arena, ninja course, toddler zone, concession, parties, and camps — without driving to the other end of the city for each one. That is the pitch for **things to do in London** when you live on the east side: one address, one afternoon, structures your kids cannot get at every other venue. Quick answers for East London parents Where? **539 First St, East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College).** Need to book? Walk-ins welcome. Online saves ~$1/ticket. How long can they play? Unlimited Play Until We Close on regular days. Parties taking over? No — drop-in families always welcome. Parking? Front lot plus overflow options — see parking page. Ready for a local afternoon indoors? Check today's hours, pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see us. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online to save a bit and hold your spot: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the donut slide.

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  • Unlimited Play Until We Close: How Long Can Kids Actually Play at Off The Wall Kids?

    How long can they play?" is one of the first questions parents ask when they are planning **things to do in London** with kids — especially before committing to admission, socks, waivers, and a drive across the city. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). Here is the straight answer on play time at our indoor playground: what "Unlimited Play Until We Close" actually means, how online booking works, and the one situation where a time limit applies. The short answer For most of the day, kids play **until we close** — not a hidden two-hour cap. Walk-ins and online drop-in bookings both get **Unlimited Play Until We Close** on regular operating days. Your child can stay from admission until our posted closing time. Many families plan two or three hours; plenty stay longer on rainy Saturdays. The only routine exception: if you book the **last admission slot before close**, play ends at closing — you cannot extend past the time we shut the doors. That is not a daily two-hour limit; it is the natural end of the day. Check today's hours on the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before you head out — usually 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven days a week, with holiday exceptions. Admission & hours: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Walk-ins vs online booking — same play time, different perks Walk-ins are welcome anytime we are open. No reservation required. Online booking through Bookeo saves about $1 per ticket and reserves your spot on busy days — recommended when the forecast is ugly or it is a peak weekend. **Play time is the same:** Unlimited Play Until We Close, same as walk-in. Book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Walk-in deep-dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario What you get for that full afternoon One admission covers the whole indoor playground — not one zone, not one attraction. Donut Slide (tube slide) — exclusive to our London location. Tube runs, racing energy, the structure school-age kids remember. Ballistics Arena — foam balls, targets, dedicated zone exclusive to our facility. Volcano Slide — climbing and slide runs in the main structure. Jumping Pillow (Kangaroo Jumper) — bounce without a separate trampoline park visit. Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course — cargo nets, tire swings, padded obstacles. Multi-Level Climbing Structure & Spiral Slide — tunnels, climbs, parent sightlines from the eating area. Toddler Area & Bead Play — softer play for the smallest guests. Concession — licensed kitchen so you can eat on site and stay longer. Pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee. That is why Unlimited Play Until We Close matters for **things to do in London** — you are not rushing through one bouncy castle in forty-five minutes. Kids rotate attractions, reset with food, and go back to the ballistics arena or donut slide. Full activity breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Indoor playground pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Broader London family hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario How long do families actually stay? Plan for **at least two hours**. Many families are here **three hours or more** — especially with Unlimited Play Until We Close on online bookings and walk-ins. Parents tell us the concession is part of why they linger. One stop for play and lunch beats loading everyone back into the car mid-afternoon. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Best times if you want a quieter stretch vs peak energy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Birthday parties — different timeline, still play until close Standard birthday party packages include **90 minutes in the private party room** on your booked schedule (for example, 10:00am booking → room until 11:30am). After that, **party room access ends** — but guests may **keep playing in the facility until we close**. Unlimited play in the building until close applies to party guests too. The room timer is for the private space and food service, not a cap on how long kids play in the structure. Party guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Private facility rental = exclusive two-hour window for your group — different product. Comparison: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london Summer camp and PA Day camp — different product again Registered camp (ages 4–12) follows camp hours — typically 8:30am–4:30pm with lunch included. That is counsellor-led program time, not drop-in Unlimited Play Until We Close. Drop-in families on camp days usually can still visit during regular facility hours with normal admission rules — parent-supervised play, socks, waivers, book or walk in. Camp vs drop-in: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 Summer camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario Private event days — two-hour windows, not full-day closures Private facility rentals and private events book a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. Depending on when your event is scheduled, we may **open later** or **close earlier** that day. Drop-in guests already in the building must clear the floor before the private event window begins. Always check the **Today's Hours bar** before you drive. Regular drop-in and Unlimited Play Until We Close apply on all normal operating days outside those windows. Before you come — the rules that do not change with play time Socks. Everyone past our admission counter needs socks — every age, every visit. Waivers. Everyone past the counter needs a signed waiver — playing or not, any age. Digital waivers on our site are valid for **12 months**. Sign ahead: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit walkthrough: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Parking at 539 First St — small lot, Diamond HVAC, weekend Hickey Appliance, neighbourhood overflow behind the building: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Quick answers on play time Is there a two-hour limit? No — not on regular days. Unlimited Play Until We Close for walk-ins and online drop-in bookings. Last slot before close? Play ends at closing — cannot extend past posted close. Walk-in vs online — same play time? Yes. Online saves about $1 per ticket and reserves your spot. Parties — how long can kids play? Room = 90 minutes on schedule; facility play until we close. Camp? Camp hours for registered campers; drop-in is separate. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes — and Best Children's Entertainer two years in a row as well. We are not the biggest indoor play space in Ontario. What we are is a place where littles can actually use the afternoon — donut slide, ballistics arena, ninja course, toddler zone, and everything in between — without a timer cutting the fun short. Ready for a full afternoon? Grab socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see us. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online to save a bit and hold your spot: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you in the ballistics arena — and we will not rush you off at the two-hour mark.

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  • Socks, Waivers & First Visit Rules at Off The Wall Kids (London)

    Picture this: Saturday morning, East London, three littles in the back seat already wound up like rubber bands. You pull into 539 First St (Argyle — near Fanshawe College) for your first visit at Off The Wall Kids. Someone is in sandals. Nobody packed socks. And someone just asked, "Do I really need a waiver if I'm only watching?" We live at that front counter. So we turned the most common first-visit questions into a little Q&A — like the DMs and phone calls we get every week, except the "interviewer" is basically every parent in London, and the "guest" is us. Spoiler: there are socks. There are waivers. It is all simpler than it feels in the parking lot. "Okay but we're walk-ins, right? We don't HAVE to book?" Always welcome. Walk in anytime we are open. Online booking is there if you want it — it saves you money on admission and speeds things up on busy days — but it is not a gate. Your call. Pro move we love: sign your waiver at home and book online before you leave the house. Walk-ins still totally fine — just know the counter might take a few extra minutes if everyone is doing socks, waivers, and payment all at once. Admission and hours: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing · Book play: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings "I brought socks for the kids. I'm literally just sitting with coffee. Why do I need socks?" This is the #1 debate at admission — and we get it, you are not climbing into the ballistics arena (probably). Here is the real talk. We are a socks-only facility past our admission counter. Anyone, any age. Past that counter = socks on feet. Kids bolt through the eating area where you are "just sitting." Shoes drag dirt and grit from the parking lot into where families eat and into the play structure. We are not following every single person every second to see who touched the floor — so the rule is simple: socks for everyone past the counter. It keeps the place cleaner and safer for all the littles running around. Bring your own, or grab ours at admission — we always have stock. Our branded grip socks are $3.54 (logo and everything). Grip socks are not required — any socks work — but we strongly recommend grip socks if you want extra stick on the structures. Mobility issues for adults? We have shoe covers at the counter. Just ask. We have got you. Baby in a carrier, not touching the ground? Still socks. We have seen... well, read the next section. "Waivers for a BABY? Seriously?" If they have a heartbeat, they need a waiver on file. Any age. Playing or not. We are a parent-supervised facility — we are not standing next to every guest making sure only signed-in people touch equipment. And we have stories. We have seen parents carry newborns up climbing structures and down slides. We have seen grandparents who "weren't playing" suddenly on the jumping pillow or flying down the donut slide with their grandkids. The waiver is not bureaucracy for fun — it is everyone acknowledging the risks of play here before anyone uses the equipment. Can grandma bring your kids? If you as the parent trust that, yes — she can sign for the kids. We need everyone on file; we do not require that only Mom or Dad signs. One digital form can cover an adult plus minors. Extra adults on the same visit? Each grown-up signs for themselves. You cannot sign another adult's waiver for them. "Fine. HOW do we sign, and do we do this every single visit?" Digital is what we prefer (and what regulars swear by). Sign on your phone at home, when you pull in, or at our kiosk. Good for 12 months from the day you sign — you do not need a new one every visit: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Paper? Available at the counter. Good for one entrance only. Come back next week without digital? New paper waiver. We look you up by name or phone. Sometimes staff will ask age or ID to make sure we have the right person — especially if something looks off. Party guests can sign before they arrive or at the door. Same rules. "What's the actual order when we walk in? Coat check vibes?" We have steps on the wall — and this is the flow that keeps the line moving: Coats and shoes off. Socks on. Waiver handled (already digital? bless you). Then check in and pay. Do that prep at home and you will breeze through. Save it all for the counter and you might wait a few minutes while we get everyone sorted — still normal, still friendly, just busier. "Rapid-fire before we load the car — socks edition" Kids need socks? Yes. Parents "not playing" need socks? Yes. Grip socks mandatory? Nope. Any socks. Grip socks recommended. Ours are $3.54 at admission. "Rapid-fire — waiver edition" Non-players need a waiver? If they have a heartbeat, yes. Digital waiver lasts how long? 12 months from signature. Paper waiver? One visit. Walk-in OK? Yes. Book online to save money: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings First visit guide (matches our wall steps): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Hours today? Today's Hours bar on our website. Rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Thinking ahead to a party or PA Day? Parties: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario · PA Days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario · Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario That is the whole first-visit script. Pack socks, sign the waiver on the couch tonight, and come see us in East London. Questions? 519-914-0551. We will be the ones at the counter — and your littles will be the ones making a beeline for the ballistics arena.

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  • Indoor Playground vs Trampoline Park: Which Is Better for Younger Kids in London Ontario?

    You are planning **things to do in London** with a four-year-old, a newly walking toddler, or a mixed-age crew where half the group is under six. Someone suggests a trampoline park. Someone else suggests an indoor playground. Both are indoors. Both burn energy. They are not the same experience — especially for younger kids. We are Off The Wall Kids, an indoor playground in East London at 539 First St (Argyle area, near Fanshawe College). We get this question a lot: "Is this more like a trampoline park or a play centre?" Fair question. Here is an honest comparison so you can pick the right fit for your family — and understand what you get when you choose a full indoor playground like ours. The short answer for younger kids For toddlers, preschoolers, and mixed-age families where the youngest guest still needs you within arm's reach, a **full indoor playground** usually wins. Trampoline parks are built around bouncing — big open courts, foam pits, dodgeball zones, and height. Great for confident school-age kids who already love trampolines. Less ideal when your three-year-old is still figuring out stairs, your five-year-old gets overwhelmed in wide-open bounce zones, or you need to supervise two kids at very different skill levels in one afternoon. A proper indoor playground spreads play across **separate attractions** — slides, climbing, soft play, ride-on tracks, toddler zones — with layouts designed so parents can see kids from a central spot. That is the lane we built for. What trampoline parks are great at No shade here — trampoline parks have a place in **things to do in London** when your crew is older and bounce-ready. - Big vertical energy — kids who want to jump hard and land in foam - Dodgeball and court games for active tweens - A single "sport" kids already understand (jumping) - Birthday parties for groups that are mostly school-age and trampoline-confident If everyone in your car is eight or older and already bounces at home without supervision, a trampoline park can be a blast. Where trampoline parks get tricky for younger kids These are the patterns parents tell us about after a trampoline-park visit with littles: Age and height rules. Many trampoline venues restrict younger zones or require a paying adult on the court with small kids — which means you are bouncing too, not resting on a bench with coffee. One activity type. When the bounce energy runs out or the youngest child taps out after twenty minutes, there is not always a second lane — no toddler bead table, no contained ride-on track, no separate slide structure to reset the mood. Sightlines. Wide bounce courts can make it harder to track a runner who splits from a cautious climber — especially with multiple kids. Socks and safety gear rules vary. Some venues require grip socks or wristbands. Worth checking before you pack the diaper bag. None of that means trampoline parks are bad. It means they are a **different product** — optimized for bounce-first play, not for a two-year-old and a seven-year-old sharing one rainy Saturday. What a full indoor playground offers younger kids At Off The Wall Kids, one admission covers a building full of **distinct things to do in London** inside a single visit — not one giant bounce floor. Donut Slide (tube slide) — exclusive to our London location. Kids ride tubes down the incline — racing energy, laughter, and a structure school-age kids talk about at school on Monday. Ballistics Arena — foam balls, targets, dedicated zone exclusive to our facility. The chaos kids describe in the car on the way home. Volcano Slide — climbing structure with holds and slide runs. Thrill without requiring trampoline confidence. Jumping Pillow (Kangaroo Jumper) — bounce energy in a contained zone. Little ones who want air time without a full trampoline court. Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course — cargo nets, tire swings, padded obstacles. Older kids burn here while littles stay in softer zones nearby. Multi-Level Climbing Structure & Spiral Slide — tunnels, netting, climbs. Parents use sightlines from the eating area to watch kids across the structure, on the jumping pillow, and heading to concession. Toddler Area & Bead Play — dedicated softer play for the smallest guests. The main structure is also walk-through friendly so you can stay beside a toddler explorer without losing sight of an older sibling. Concession — licensed kitchen (pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee). One stop for play and food. Many families plan **things to do in London** around staying two or three hours without a separate lunch run. That variety matters when you are comparing indoor playground vs trampoline park for **younger kids**. Your toddler might spend forty minutes in bead play while your grade-schooler loops the ballistics arena or donut slide — same admission, same afternoon, same parent sightline. Mixed ages: the real London parent test London families rarely have one kid, one age, one mood. Sibling groups and cousin parties are the norm. Indoor playgrounds win mixed-age days because: - Toddlers are not trapped in a bounce-only environment - Older kids still get slides, ninja obstacles, and the jumping pillow - One adult can supervise from the eating area across most of the floor - Birthday parties can host mixed ages without half the guest list being too small for the main attraction Our birthday party packages include 90 minutes in a private party room on your booked schedule, unlimited play in the facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen, and free adults per tier. Drop-in families are always welcome too — parties do not shut out the building. Capacity is well over 300; even busy Saturdays leave room for walk-ins. Party guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Practical stuff before you choose either option Hours. Check our Today's Hours bar on the website before you drive — usually 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven days a week, with holiday exceptions. Admission and value. Current rates by age (0–23 months, 2–17, additional adults). One adult per child is free. Online booking saves about $1 per ticket and reserves your spot on busy days. Walk-ins welcome anytime we are open. Admission & Pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Book online: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Socks. Everyone past our admission counter needs socks — every age, every visit. Sandals season catches families off guard. Pack socks or buy at admission. Waivers. Everyone past the counter needs a signed waiver — playing or not, any age. Digital waivers on our site are valid for 12 months. Sign ahead: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit walkthrough: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Parking at 539 First St — small lot, Diamond HVAC, weekend Hickey Appliance, plus neighbourhood overflow behind the building. Details: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking When a trampoline park still makes sense Choose bounce-first when: - Every child is school-age and trampoline-confident - You want dodgeball or foam-pit energy as the main event - No one in the group needs a toddler zone or walk-through structure play When an indoor playground makes sense — especially ours Choose a full indoor playground when: - You have a toddler, preschooler, or mixed ages in one car - You want multiple attractions in one admission - You value parent sightlines and a sit-down meal on site - You are searching **things to do in London** for a two- or three-hour rainy-day reset Our indoor playground pillar page walks through the full facility: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Toddler-focused guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Broader London family activities hub: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario More activity breakdowns at our facility: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Quick comparison table Trampoline park — best for bounce-confident school-age kids, dodgeball and foam-pit focus, single-activity energy. Full indoor playground (Off The Wall Kids) — best for toddlers through tweens, mixed ages, multiple attractions in one visit, parent sightlines, on-site food, parties and drop-in play in the same building. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes — and Best Children's Entertainer two years in a row as well. We are not the biggest indoor play space in Ontario, and that is fine. What we are is a place built for real families on real Saturdays — donut slide, ballistics arena, ninja course, toddler zone, and everything in between. Ready to try the indoor playground side of the comparison? Grab socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see us. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online to save a bit and hold your spot: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the donut slide.

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  • School Trips & Group Visits at Off The Wall Kids — Things to Do in London for Classes & Daycares

    Your class needs a field trip. The daycare needs an outing. The scout group needs somewhere indoors that does not fall apart if it rains. Welcome to **things to do in London** with a whole crew — not just your family of four, but twelve, twenty, or thirty littles with supervisors, waivers, socks, and someone asking "do we need to book?" We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). We welcome **school groups, daycares, camps, and organized community groups** from London Ontario and Middlesex County. This is the coordinator guide — what to book, what to expect, and every major activity your group can hit in one visit. Group visits pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/group-visits-school-trips-london Broader family **things to do in London** guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario How to book a school trip or group visit **Book in advance.** Group visits should be arranged ahead of time so we can plan for your headcount and keep check-in smooth. **Email info@offthewallkids.com** for group pricing and availability — group rates may differ from regular drop-in admission. **Contact page** for general inquiries: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/contact **Phone:** 519-914-0551 We are a **parent- and supervisor-supervised facility**. Schools and daycares must bring adequate adult supervision for your group. Every child needs a signed waiver — coordinators can plan around our digital waiver process: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver What your group gets access to One visit unlocks the full facility. Here is each **thing to do in London at Off The Wall Kids** your class or group can experience — called out separately because coordinators ask about specific activities, not just "indoor play." **Donut slide (tube slide)** — exclusive to our London location. Kids ride tubes down the incline — high energy, high laughter, a structure coordinators should mention when kids ask "what is special here?" **Ballistics arena** — foam-ball zone exclusive to our facility. A named activity kids remember — not a generic soft-play corner. **Volcano slide** — climbing structure with slide runs. Supervisors love the sightlines from the eating area. **Jumping pillow (Kangaroo Jumper)** — big air, big burn. Great for groups that need to actually tire kids out before the bus ride home. **Ninja warrior obstacle course** — tire swings, cargo nets, climbing boards. School-age crews and confident younger kids gravitate here. **Multi-level climbing structure** — tunnels, climbs, and netting across levels. One admission covers the whole structure. **Toddler area & bead play** — for groups with mixed ages or younger daycare classes. Stay close; that is the design. Full activity breakdown for families: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Facility overview: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/indoor-playground-london-ontario Why groups choose us for things to do in London **Weather-proof.** Rain, snow, heat — the outing date does not move because the forecast changed. **One stop for play and food.** Licensed concession on site — pizza, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, and more. No outside food except formula and water. Groups can order lunch from our kitchen instead of coordinating brown bags across allergies. Menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu GF/DF options for groups with dietary needs — email info@offthewallkids.com ahead of time: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/gluten-free-dairy-free-kids-food-off-the-wall-kids-london **Capacity.** Our facility holds well over 300 guests. Standard birthday parties on the same day use a private party room — they do not close the building to groups or drop-in families. Capacity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london Before your group arrives — coordinator checklist **Waivers** — every child, any age. Digital waivers signed online are good for 12 months. Paper waivers at the counter are valid for that visit only. **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, playing or not. Grip socks $3.54 at the counter if anyone forgets. **Supervision ratio** — plan adequate adults for your group. We are parent- and supervisor-supervised, not staff-shadowing each child. **Hours** — check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before your trip day. Holiday hours can change. **Parking** — front lot, Diamond HVAC overflow, Hickey Appliances lot weekends only. Allow extra time for buses and vans on busy days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Parking blog: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends **First visit flow** (helpful for chaperones who have never been): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide School trips vs birthday parties vs drop-in **School / group visit** — organized outing, booked ahead, group pricing via email. Full facility play under your supervision. **Birthday party** — private party room package booked through our party portal — different product, different pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Drop-in family visit** — walk in or book online. Not the same as a coordinated school trip — but the same activities once you are in the building. Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Rainy-day or winter field trip planning in London Teachers and daycare leads search **things to do in London** in February the same way parents do in July — they need indoors, active, and predictable. Rainy-day family guide (same building, same activities): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Best times for a calmer group visit (weekday afternoons while school is in session): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Quick group-visit rapid-fire Book ahead? **Yes — email info@offthewallkids.com** Group pricing? **Email us — may differ from drop-in** Waivers required? **Yes — every child** Socks required? **Yes — everyone past admission** Outside lunch? **No — order from our concession (formula/water OK)** Supervision? **Your group brings adequate adults** Donut slide included? **Yes — full facility** Ballistics arena included? **Yes — full facility** Private party room? **Separate booking — not included in a standard group visit** London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years running through community votes. We are not the biggest venue in Ontario — we are a place where one group visit unlocks a full list of **things to do in London** under one roof: donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja obstacles, toddler zones, food, and hours of run-off-energy before everyone gets back on the bus. Questions before you book your outing? **519-914-0551** or **info@offthewallkids.com** We will handle the counter. You handle the headcount. The littles will handle sprinting straight for the ballistics arena.

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  • Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free at Off The Wall Kids — Drop-In Food & Party Options (London Ontario)

    My kid is dairy-free — can we actually eat there, or do we pack everything and sneak it in?" We get this email a lot. Usually right after someone has already Googled **things to do in London** with kids and landed on our indoor playground — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, the whole list — and then remembered the dietary piece at 10:47pm. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). We are an indoor playground **and** a licensed restaurant. That second part is why outside food is not allowed for drop-in (formula, water, and baby food are the exceptions). It is also why we **can** offer gluten-free and dairy-free options from our kitchen with procedures parents with allergies actually care about. This post is the drop-in and party guide for GF/DF families — separate from our full party food policy, which covers outside cake, loot bags, and the health-unit story: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies Things to do in London when food allergies matter A lot of **things to do in London** with kids are play-only — you drive somewhere, burn energy, then hunt for a restaurant that fits your crew. We built the opposite: one stop where play and food live under one roof and one allergy policy. On a normal visit you can still hit every major activity in the building — **donut slide (tube slide)**, **ballistics arena**, **jumping pillow**, **ninja obstacles**, **volcano slide**, **toddler area** — then eat in our seating area without leaving for a second stop. Full activity guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/things-to-do-in-london-at-off-the-wall-kids-indoor-activities Broader London family activities: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Drop-in visits — what GF/DF families need to know first **No outside food or drink** past the admission counter except formula, water, and baby food. That includes "just a snack from home" and special cookies you baked for your child. We know that feels strict. It is how we keep traceability for every allergy in the building — not just yours. **You can order from our concession.** Full menu with photos and current prices: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Concession overview: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-we-serve-at-off-the-wall-kids-concession-pizza-london Ask at the counter when you arrive if you need help choosing for a drop-in lunch. Email specific allergy questions before you come: info@offthewallkids.com Gluten-free & dairy-free pizza (parties and orders) We source **Dairy Free / Gluten Free cheese pizza**. When we make it: Cooked in our oven on its own tray Separate from other pizza on the line Clean paddle, clean cutter, fresh gloves, its own box — not touching regular pizza That separation matters. A lot of "we have GF pizza" answers at other places skip the cross-contact details. We do not. GF/DF pizza is available for **party orders** — order through info@offthewallkids.com when you are planning party food. Party hosts can also order regular pizza, platters, and more from our kitchen; package food credit applies at end of party. Party booking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Gluten-free & dairy-free cake (parties) We offer **Dairy Free / Gluten Free cake** for parties — arrives **sealed from the manufacturer**. Order through info@offthewallkids.com. Outside cake from an inspected bakery is still allowed in your **booked party room only** (receipt required) for standard birthday packages — that is a separate path from our GF/DF cake. Full outside-cake rules: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies Nuts and manufacturer disclaimers We do not bring nuts in or prep with nuts in our kitchen. We cannot guarantee every manufactured ingredient never contacted nuts at a supplier facility — no kitchen can promise that for every packaged product. We limit exposure where we can. Email info@offthewallkids.com with specific questions before party day or a first drop-in visit. Drop-in vs party — quick split **Drop-in play** — order from the concession menu at the counter. No outside food except formula, water, baby food. Unlimited play in the facility until we close once admitted. **Birthday party** — food from our kitchen; GF/DF pizza and cake ordered by email. Outside inspected bakery cake/cupcakes allowed in party room only. 90 minutes in the private party room on schedule; guests may keep playing in the facility until we close. Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Planning things to do in London with a GF/DF kid — practical tips **Email before you book a party** if GF/DF pizza or cake is on the menu — info@offthewallkids.com **Read the full menu** online so you know what the rest of the family can order alongside: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu **Sign waivers at home** — digital good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Socks for everyone** past admission — grip socks $3.54 at the counter **First visit checklist**: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Rainy-day or hot-day **things to do in London** without a second food stop: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Quick GF/DF rapid-fire Outside snacks for drop-in? **No** (formula, water, baby food OK). GF/DF pizza? **Yes** — separate prep; order for parties via email. GF/DF cake? **Yes** — sealed from manufacturer; order via email. Outside bakery cake at a party? **Booked party room only** — inspected kitchen + receipt. Nut-free kitchen prep? **We do not use nuts** — email for manufacturer-specific questions. Play still the same? **Yes** — every activity, one building. Questions? **519-914-0551** or **info@offthewallkids.com** Allergy planning should not talk you out of a full afternoon indoors. The ballistics arena does not care about gluten. Your job is tell us what you need at the counter or by email — ours is feed your crew safely and let them run.

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  • Things to Do in London at Off The Wall Kids — Indoor Activities for Kids & Families

    Searching **things to do in London** with kids usually turns into a pile of tabs — trampoline parks, museums, splash pads, "is it raining," and someone asking if anyone packed socks. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). Parents find us when they want **more than one activity in one stop** — not a single bouncy castle in a room, but a full indoor playground with separate attractions kids actually remember by name. This is our straight guide to **things to do in London at Off The Wall Kids** — each major activity called out on its own so you know what you are walking into before you drive. One admission. Unlimited play in the facility until we close (online booking and walk-in). Parent-supervised. Socks and waivers at the counter. Hours and admission: check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website and live rates at https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Book online (saves about $1 per ticket) or walk in: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Broader London family activities pillar: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario 1. Donut Slide (Tube Slide) — exclusive to London The donut slide is our tube slide — and it is exclusive to our London location. Kids ride tubes down the incline with racing energy and a lot of "again, again, again." School-age kids who have done every slide at every other birthday party still light up here. If you are comparing **things to do in London** for something you cannot find at every indoor play centre in the city, start here. 2. Ballistics Arena — exclusive to London Foam balls, targets, and the kind of chaos kids talk about in the car on the way home. The ballistics arena is a dedicated play zone — not a corner of the building, a named attraction families come back for. You will not find this exact setup at every venue in the city. 3. Volcano Slide Climb the volcano-themed structure, work the holds, and come down the slide. Mixed ages love it — confident climbers go first; littles build up to it with you right beside them. 4. Jumping Pillow (Kangaroo Jumper) The jumping pillow is its own event. Big air, big laughs, big energy burn. Parents who plan **things to do in London** when the weather is grey or scorching hot often want exactly this — something physical that does not depend on the forecast. 5. Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course Tire swings, cargo nets, climbing boards, padded everything. Older kids and active six-year-olds who think they are older kids gravitate here. If your crew searches **things to do in London** for obstacle-style play indoors, this is the lane inside our facility. 6. Multi-Level Climbing Structure & Spiral Slide Beyond the headline slides, the main structure is a full multi-level indoor playground — tunnels, climbs, netting, and sightlines parents use from the eating area. One admission covers the whole structure. You are not paying per zone. 7. Toddler Area & Bead Play — things to do in London with a one-year-old Not every **thing to do in London** works for a newly walking toddler. We built for mixed ages. Dedicated toddler-friendly zones, bead tables, softer play, and a layout where you can stay one step away while an older sibling hits the donut slide or ballistics arena. Ages 0–23 months have a lower drop-in admission rate; one adult per child is free. Toddler guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/toddler-friendly-indoor-play-in-london-ontario Toddler pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london 8. Concession — eat here, stay longer We are a licensed restaurant, not just a snack counter. Pizza, poutine, nuggets, fries, fruit cups, coffee for the grown-up on sightline duty. One stop for play and food — a lot of families plan **things to do in London** around exactly that. Full menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Concession deep-dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-we-serve-at-off-the-wall-kids-concession-pizza-london 9. Birthday Parties — things to do in London for celebrations Hosting? Standard packages include 90 minutes in a private party room on your booked schedule, unlimited play in the facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen, and free adults per tier. Party page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Mixed-age parties: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/mixed-age-birthday-parties-sibling-parties-off-the-wall-kids-london Private rental vs package: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london 10. Summer Day Camp & PA Day Camp (Ages 4–12) School breaks change the **things to do in London** conversation. Registered camp days — counsellors, lunch and snacks included, full facility access — are separate from drop-in play. Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario PA Day activities: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario Camp vs drop-in on breaks: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-break-march-break-what-to-do-with-kids-in-london 11. Drop-In Indoor Play — the thing most families actually do Walk in or book online. Pay admission. Unlimited play in the facility until we close. No two-hour cap on a normal day (last booking slot before close ends at closing time). Walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Rainy-day London planning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Hot summer days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london Best times quiet vs busy: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Before you go (every activity, every visit) **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter. Grip socks $3.54 at the counter. **Waivers** — everyone past the admission counter. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **First visit** — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide **Parking** — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Why families stack "things to do in London" here London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years running through community votes, and Best Children's Entertainer two years running as well. We are not the biggest venue in Ontario, and we are not trying to be. We are a place where one admission unlocks a list of separate activities — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja obstacles, toddler zones, food, parties, and camps — without driving across the city for each one. That is the whole pitch for **things to do in London at Off The Wall Kids**: not one thing, a full afternoon. Questions before you visit? **519-914-0551** We are at 539 First St in East London. Check hours, pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and let them run toward the donut slide.

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  • Mixed-Age Birthday Parties & Sibling Parties at an Indoor Playground (London Ontario)

    The guest list said "turning six." The reality said two-year-old cousin, eight-year-old neighbour kid, and a baby sibling who is not walking yet but absolutely coming anyway. Welcome to mixed-age birthday planning — the version where one venue has to work for everyone, not just the kid whose name is on the cake. We host a lot of birthdays at Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle, near Fanshawe College). Mixed-age crews are normal here. Sibling parties where the guest of honour is seven and the little sister is two? Happens every Saturday. This is the guide we give parents who ask, "Will the baby be bored? Will the big kids be stuck? Can we actually do this in one place?" Short answer: yes. Here is how it works. Why indoor playgrounds win for mixed ages Backyard parties split ages fast — littles in one corner, big kids somewhere else, adults playing referee. Activity-specific venues often cap ages or split groups across rooms. An indoor playground keeps everyone in **one building** with **one admission model** and **sightlines parents actually use**. Younger kids explore closer to you. Older kids burn energy on the donut slide and ballistics arena. You are not booking two venues or apologizing to half the guest list. We are a **parent-supervised facility** — you stay with your crew. That matters most when ages are spread out. You know who needs a hand on the small slide and who is ready to disappear into the structure for twenty minutes. What mixed ages look like here **Toddlers and preschoolers** — gentler climbs, the small toddler area, bead tables, and staying close while they build confidence. Parents walk the structure with mobile littles one step away. **School-age kids** — donut slide (tube slide), ballistics arena, jumping pillow, ninja-style obstacles. The wow-factor stuff they talk about at school on Monday. **Everyone in the same afternoon** — big cousin on the big slide while your two-year-old loops a lower section nearby. Parents in the eating area with concession food, still seeing most of the floor. More on toddler-first visits: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/toddler-friendly-indoor-play-in-london-ontario Toddler pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Birthday party packages and mixed guest lists Standard party packages cover **up to 12, 24, or 36 kids** — plus free adults per tier (12, 24, or 36 free adults depending on package). That adult headroom matters for mixed-age parties: parents, grandparents, and aunts often stay without an extra admission line for everyone. Every standard package includes: 90 minutes in the private party room on your booked schedule Unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close (party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up) Food credit for our concession — you choose what to order, not a fixed menu box Live pricing and package details: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario What does a party actually cost and what is included: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario Party food — allergies, GF/DF, outside cake rules: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies "Do we count the toddler in the kid headcount?" If they are past the admission counter and part of your party guest list, yes — they count toward your package kid limit. Ages 0–23 months have a lower drop-in admission rate when you are visiting without a party package; party packages are priced by tier (12 / 24 / 36 kids), not by age bracket within the tier. Not sure how your mixed-age list maps to a package? Call **519-914-0551** before you book — we would rather talk you through headcount once than have a surprise at the counter. Sibling parties — when the guest list is mostly your own kids Some families book a party mainly for their own children plus a few close friends — two siblings sharing a celebration, or a small crew where your kids are half the headcount. That still fits a standard package if your total kid count matches a tier. The advantage: one room, one food order, one afternoon where nobody has to sit out because the venue was built for a single age band. Only have six or eight kids but want the full experience? Our entry package covers up to twelve — many small mixed-age families still book it for the private room, facility play until close, twelve free adults, and kitchen food credit. Compare what is included, not just the smallest headline price elsewhere. Sibling energy + party energy on the same Saturday On busy weekends, birthday parties and drop-in families share the main playground — that is normal here. Parties use a **private party room**; the structure stays open to everyone. Our capacity is well over 300; parties use roughly 75 spaces at peak, not the whole building. More on that: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london Practical tips for mixed-age party day **Sightlines** — stake out the eating area early if you want a home base. You can see most of the structure from there. **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, any age. Grip socks $3.54 at the counter. **Waivers** — everyone past the admission counter. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Food** — order from our kitchen; package food credit applies at end of party. Pizza is the crowd favourite across ages. See our menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu **Outside cake** — inspected bakery cakes and cupcakes allowed in your booked party room only, with a receipt. **Arrival** — build fifteen minutes for parking on busy Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends **Running late?** — parties run on a schedule; call if you are behind: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/running-late-to-your-booking-off-the-wall-kids-london When a bigger guest list outgrows a standard package Mixed ages plus a huge extended family? You might need a larger tier (24 or 36 kids) or **private facility rental** — exclusive two-hour window for your group, up to 150 people, no other public guests during your event window. Private rental vs standard package guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/private-birthday-party-rental-vs-package-off-the-wall-kids-london Quick mixed-age party checklist One building for toddler through school-age? **Yes.** Parent-supervised with good sightlines? **Yes.** Private party room + facility play until close? **Standard packages.** Food from our kitchen with package credit? **Yes.** Book early for weekends? **About four weeks out for best times.** Book a party: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Mixed ages are not a problem to solve — they are most families. The birthday kid gets their wow day. The little sibling is not stuck at home. The eight-year-old neighbour is not bored. And you get one invoice, one room, and one place where everyone actually plays.

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  • Private Birthday Party Rental vs Package: Which Should You Book at Off The Wall Kids?

    We want the whole place to ourselves — is that even a thing?" Yes. And also: maybe you do not need it. That question lands on our phone more than you would think — usually right after someone has scrolled our birthday page, seen **private facility rental**, and wondered if the standard 12-kid package is secretly the wrong move. Other times a family of forty is trying to squeeze into a package built for a smaller crew. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is the straight guide to **standard birthday packages** vs **private facility rental** — what each one actually is, who each one fits, and how play time works in both cases. The two products in one sentence **Standard birthday package** — private party room for 90 minutes on your booked schedule, your guests play in the **main indoor playground** (the building stays open to drop-in families), unlimited play in the facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen, free adults per package tier. **Private facility rental** — you book the **whole building for your two-hour event window**. No other drop-in guests during that window. Bigger headcount. Two hours in the party room. Different price point. Depending on when your event is scheduled, we may open later or close earlier that day — drop-in may still be available before or after your window. Live package details and current pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Standard packages — what most London birthdays book Our entry tier covers up to **12 kids**, with **24-kid** and **36-kid** packages above that. Every standard package includes: 90 minutes in the private party room on your booked schedule (for example, a 10:00am party uses the room until 11:30am) Unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close — party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up; guests may keep playing in the facility Free adult admission per package (12, 24, or 36 free adults depending on tier) Food credit for our concession — you choose what to order, not a fixed menu box That 90-minute room block is on a schedule — there are usually parties before and after yours on busy weekends. Your guests are welcome to stay and play in the facility until we close; they just do not have access to the party room after your scheduled 90 minutes. Full cost breakdown and what to compare at other venues: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario Party food rules (outside cake, allergies, GF/DF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies Private facility rental — the "whole building" option Private rental is for families who want **exclusive use of the facility during their two-hour event window** — no other public drop-in guests in the building during that time. Up to **150 people** (75 kids and 75 adults) **Two hours** in the party room (not 90 minutes) **$150 food credit** applied when you pay your food balance at the end of the party The indoor playground is yours for your group during your window — not shared with walk-in families during those two hours This is a different vibe and a different budget than a standard Saturday package. Think bigger guest lists, school celebrations, family reunions with a lot of cousins, or a host who simply does not want strangers in the building during the party. Outside your two-hour window, the facility may still open for drop-in play before or after your event. Hours shift by schedule — always check the **Today's Hours bar**. Which one should you book? Book a **standard package** if: Your guest list fits a 12-, 24-, or 36-kid tier (with free adults included per package) You are fine sharing the main playground with other families — parties use a private room; drop-in guests use the same play structure You want the best-value path most London families choose You do not need the entire building closed to the public Book **private facility rental** if: Your headcount is well above a standard package or you need a much larger adult count You want **exclusive use** of the facility during your **two-hour event window** — no other guests in the building during that time You need a **two-hour party room** block instead of 90 minutes The experience is worth the step up in price for your group Still not sure? Call **519-914-0551** with your guest count and date. We can talk through tiers without making you decode the website at midnight. "What about drop-in families — are we in their way?" On a **standard package** day, drop-in families and party guests share the main indoor playground all the time. That is normal Saturday life here. Parties use a **private party room** for cake and food — not the entire building. Our capacity is well over 300; even at peak, parties use roughly 75 spaces, not the whole facility. More on that conversation: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-parties-and-drop-in-play-capacity-off-the-wall-kids-london On a **private rental** day, during your **two-hour window**, your group has the building exclusively. Drop-in may still be available before or after that window — check the **Today's Hours bar** on our website before you drive. Practical stuff either way **Socks** — everyone past the admission counter, any age. Grip socks $3.54 at the counter. **Waivers** — everyone past the admission counter. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Outside food** — generally not permitted. Inspected bakery cakes and cupcakes allowed in your booked party room only (receipt required). **Weekend slots** — about four weeks out, the best times are often gone. Book early. Parking on busy Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends Quick decision guide Small crew, shared playground OK? → **Standard package** (12 / 24 / 36 kids). Need the whole building to yourselves? → **Private facility rental**. Not sure on headcount? → **Call us** before you book the wrong tier. Book a party: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Party page with live pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Most families land on a standard package and have a great day. Private rental is there when your celebration outgrew the math — or when "just us" matters more than "best value headline." Either way, we will walk you through it.

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  • Running Late to Your Booking? Drop-In, Parties & Private Events at Off The Wall Kids

    I booked online but we are running late — can we still come?" That message hits our phone almost every weekend. Traffic on First St. A lost shoe. A nap that went long. One kid who refused to leave the house until someone found the right socks. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). The answer depends on **what you booked** — drop-in play, a birthday party, or a day when we have a **private event**. This is the guide we wish every family had before the car is already rolling. Short version **Drop-in booking a little late?** → In most cases, yes. Tell the admission counter when you arrive. They will check you in. **Private event day?** → Check the **Today's Hours bar**. Private events book a two-hour window — we may open later or close earlier that day. Drop-in guests already inside must clear the floor before the event window begins. **Birthday party running late?** → Parties run on a fixed timeline — there are usually parties before and after yours. If there is **no party directly after** yours and you are late, **call us** and we can talk through options. Phone: **519-914-0551** Drop-in play booking — running a little late If you booked **drop-in play** online and you are **a little bit late**, you can still come in most cases. Walk up to the **admission counter**, let the person know you have a booking and you are late, and they will **check you in**. We are not going to turn you away over a few minutes because the littles finally found their shoes. A few things to keep in mind: **Online bookings get the same Unlimited Play Until We Close as walk-ins** — stay and play until we close that day (subject to last admission times and any private-event clear-out). There is **not** a two-hour cap on a normal booking. The **only exception** is the **last booking slot before we close** — we cannot extend past closing time, so that slot ends when we close. If you are a little late, tell the person at the **admission counter** when you arrive. They will check you in. You do not lose your visit over a few minutes because someone could not find their socks. **Walk-ins** (no booking) work the same way — Unlimited Play Until We Close once admitted. Running late to a walk-in just means a later arrival. Booking saves about $1 per ticket vs gate price: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Walk-in vs booking full guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Hours, last admission, and how online booking works: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/off-the-wall-kids-hours-and-pricing-admission-parties-london Private event days — two-hour windows Some days we host a **private facility rental** or private event that requires drop-in guests to **clear the floor before the event window begins**. That window is generally **two hours** — not a full-day closure. Depending on when the event is scheduled, we may **open later** or **close earlier** that day. If a private event is scheduled, **drop-in guests already in the building need to be out** before that window starts. Staff will communicate clear-out times at admission if it applies that day. **Always check the Today's Hours bar** at the top of offthewallkids.ca before you leave the house — not yesterday's memory, not a blog post from last month. Private events and holiday hours show up there. If you booked drop-in play online and a private event is scheduled later the same day, **drop-in guests need to be out before that event window** — that is a hard stop for anyone still on the floor. The last available booking slots before a clear-out or close end when we close or clear the floor; we cannot extend past that. When in doubt, call before you drive: **519-914-0551** Private rental (exclusive two-hour window) is a separate product from a standard birthday package: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Birthday party booking — running late is different **Birthday parties** are not the same as drop-in bookings. Parties run on a **specific timeline** — 90 minutes in the private party room for standard packages, then turnover for the next group. On busy weekends there is **usually another party before yours and another party after yours**. The schedule is tight on purpose so every family gets their room and their play time. **The party room and the playground are different.** A 10:00am party uses the room until 11:30am. Your guests are welcome to stay and play in the facility until we close — they just do not have access to the party room after your scheduled 90 minutes. If you are **late for your party start**, we may not be able to extend your room time — the next party may be waiting. That is the most common weekend reality. **If there is no party directly after yours** and you are running late, **call us: 519-914-0551**. We can talk about what is possible that day — whether the room can run a little long, whether play time shifts, what the next booking looks like. Every Saturday is slightly different. A phone call beats a surprise arrival. Party hosts: build **15 minutes of buffer** into your drive and parking plan. Party guest parking on busy Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends Party packages, pricing, and what is included: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario Party food and cake rules: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies What to do right now (checklist) **Drop-in booking, slightly late** → Come in. Tell the counter. They check you in. **Drop-in booking, very late on a private-event day** → Check Today's Hours bar. Call if unsure. **Party booking, running late** → Call **519-914-0551** — especially if you need extra room time and there may not be a party after yours. **Walk-in, no booking** → Just come during open hours (subject to last admission). No start time to miss. **Not sure what you booked?** → Open your Bookeo confirmation email or call us. Still helps even when you are on time Socks for everyone past admission. Waivers for everyone past admission. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Life runs late. Kids run on their own clock. In most drop-in cases, we can still get you checked in — just talk to the person at the admission counter when you walk in. Parties and private events need more lead time and a phone call. We would rather hear from you at 1:15 than wonder where you are at 1:45. See you when you get here — on time or a little behind.

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  • Is It Busy With Parties Today? Drop-In Play Still Has Plenty of Room at Off The Wall Kids

    Do you have parties today?" Then, before we even answer: "Oh — should we still come, or is it too busy?" That phone call happens constantly. London parents hear balloons and pizza in the background, picture a building packed wall-to-wall with one birthday crew, and decide to skip indoor play entirely. We get it. Nobody wants to pay admission and walk into someone else's party with nowhere to climb. Here is the straight answer we give at Off The Wall Kids (539 First St, East London — Argyle, near Fanshawe College): **Yes, we often have birthday parties on weekends. No, that is not a reason to stay home.** Parties are a **small slice** of our capacity — not the whole building, not "closed to the public," and not something that has stopped drop-in families from playing here in years. The numbers (this is what we tell callers) Our facility capacity is **well over 300 guests**. At **peak party times** — think busy Saturday afternoons — birthday parties might account for roughly **75 spaces total**. Not 75 percent. **75 people** out of 300-plus. That leaves **a lot of room** for drop-in families: your littles in the ballistics arena, your coffee in the eating area, your toddler looping the structure while a party happens in a **private party room** down the hall. We have **not** been at capacity where we had to send walk-in families away in years. We work hard to avoid that. If you are looking for permission to come play on a party Saturday, this is it: **come.** Why it feels busier than it is Birthday parties are visible. You see guests in the parking lot. You hear kids in party shirts. A balloon bouquet walks past the counter. Your brain files "party = full." What you are not seeing from the parking lot: The **main play structure** is still open to drop-in admission. Parties use a **private party room** for cake and food — not the entire indoor playground. Most party guests are also **playing in the structure** — the same space your kids use — which can add energy, but the building is built for hundreds of bodies, not a dozen. Drop-in families and party guests share the playground all the time. That is normal Saturday life here — not a lockout. "So parties do not affect drop-in at all?" Honest answer: parties can add **energy** — more kids, more birthday buzz, a busier counter at peak. They do **not** mean we are sold out to the public. Busier is not the same as full. If you want a calmer vibe, weekday afternoons while school is in session are usually lighter: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario If you want a rainy Saturday indoors and do not mind a little birthday energy, **walk in or book online and come anyway.** Walk-ins are always welcome: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Booking online saves about **$1 per ticket** versus gate price and locks your start time on busy days — optional, not required: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Live admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Private rental vs regular birthday packages Most parties you see are **standard packages** — private party room for 90 minutes on schedule, play in the main facility until we close, food credit from our kitchen. The building stays open to drop-in families. If we have a **private event** scheduled, it books a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. We may open later or close earlier that day. The **Today's Hours bar** on our website will show adjusted hours. Check before you drive. Party packages and pricing: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario What does a party actually cost in London? What's included: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-does-a-kids-birthday-party-cost-in-london-ontario "I'm bringing kids TO a party — not drop-in" Different lane. Show up for the invitation time. The host booked a package; you are a guest. Parking tips for party Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/parking-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario-parties-weekends Party food rules (cake, outside food, allergies): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies "I'm planning drop-in — what should I expect on a party Saturday?" Expect a living, busy family playground — not an empty gym. Sightlines are still good. Parents sit in the eating area and watch kids across most of the structure, jumping pillow, and concession runs. Socks and waivers still apply to everyone past admission — party or drop-in: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london First visit checklist: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Rainy-day version of this same conversation (capacity, parking, walk-ins): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario The phone script we wish every parent heard **"Are you full because of parties?"** → No. Parties use roughly 75 spaces at peak. We hold 300-plus. Drop-in is welcome. **"Should we still come?"** → Yes. **"Do we need to book?"** → No — walk-ins welcome. Booking saves ~$1/ticket and helps on hectic Saturdays. **"Will my kids get to play?"** → Yes. The main structure is open. **"Has anyone been turned away lately?"** → We have not sent walk-in families away for capacity in years. Stop letting a party in the parking lot talk you out of an afternoon indoors. London weather is unpredictable. Littles energy is not. We built the space for families — plural — on the same Saturday. Questions before you head over? **519-914-0551** Or just come. The ballistics arena does not care whose birthday it is.

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  • Parking at Off The Wall Kids — Parties, Weekends & 539 First St (London Ontario)

    Where do we park — and will we find a spot on a Saturday?" That text hits our inbox every rainy weekend, every birthday season, and every PA Day when East London families stack indoor play, camp drop-off, and party guest arrivals into the same few hours around 539 First St. We are Off The Wall Kids — indoor playground, concession, birthday parties, camps — in Argyle near Fanshawe College. Parking is not glamorous blog content, but it is the difference between a calm arrival and circling the block with overstimulated littles in the back seat. Here is where to park, what to avoid, and how party weekends and school breaks change the plan. Our address: 539 First St, London, ON N5V 1Z5. Full map and directions: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Where you CAN park **In front of our building** — our small on-site lot is the first stop. Closest walk to the front entrance. **Diamond HVAC lot** — you may park here when visiting Off The Wall Kids. It is a go-to overflow lot on busy days. **Hickey Appliances lot — Saturday and Sunday only.** Weekend drop-in and party traffic fills fast; this lot opens up extra spaces on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekdays (Monday–Friday), do not use Hickey — weekends only. **Street parking behind the building** — if our lot and Diamond are full, follow signage down First Street to additional street parking behind the building. There is a **walkway along the north side** of the building that brings you back to the front entrance. You are not stuck parking far away with no path in — use that north walkway. Where you should NOT park Please do not park at: **Doug Coleman** **Cycle Works** Those are neighbouring businesses — not visitor parking for our facility. We hear about tow risk and angry neighbours when guests use the wrong lot. Save yourself the lecture in the party group chat and skip these entirely. Party weekends — what guests should know Birthday parties run most Saturdays (and some Sundays). If you are a **party guest**, not just a drop-in family: Share the parking page in the group chat when the host sends the invite — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Arrive **10–15 minutes early** if you can. Party start times stack with drop-in families and multiple guest cars. Weekend party? **Hickey Appliances lot is available Saturday and Sunday** — use it when the front lot is full. Still full? **Diamond HVAC**, then **street behind the building** + north walkway to the door. Party hosts: you are not responsible for every guest finding a spot, but forwarding the parking link cuts "where do I park?" texts in half. Party food, cake rules, and what is included in packages: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Rainy Saturdays and busy drop-in days You do not need a party booking for parking to get tight. A grey forecast in London Ontario sends families indoors — same building, same lots, more cars. Rainy-day planning (capacity, walk-ins, socks): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Best times if you want a calmer lot: weekday afternoons while school is in session — usually 1:00pm–4:00pm. Saturdays 11:00am–2:00pm are peak. Full quiet-vs-busy guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/best-times-to-visit-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Walk-ins welcome — booking optional but saves ~$1 per ticket on busy days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario PA Days, March Break & Winter Break School-break weeks and **PA Days** bring more families on **weekdays** — often the same mornings as **day camp drop-off** (ages 4–12). Weekday break parking is busier than a random Tuesday in October. Important: **Hickey Appliances is weekends only.** On a PA Day Wednesday, you are relying on the front lot, Diamond HVAC, and street parking behind the building — not Hickey. Plan to arrive a bit earlier during March Break, Winter Break, and PA Days. Same walkway rule applies if you park behind the building. PA Day drop-in vs camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 March and summer break planning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-break-march-break-what-to-do-with-kids-in-london After you park — front counter checklist Parking solved, you still hit the same admission line as everyone else: **Socks** — everyone past the counter, any age. Grip socks $3.54 at admission. **Waivers** — everyone past the counter. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Hours today** — check the Today's Hours bar before you left home; confirm last admission (Sun–Thu 6:30pm, Fri–Sat 7:30pm). First visit guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Directions from Google Maps One tap directions to 539 First St: https://www.google.com/maps/dir//539+First+St,+London,+ON+N5V+1Z5 Quick reference Front lot at 539 First St? **Yes — start here.** Diamond HVAC? **Yes.** Hickey Appliances? **Saturday & Sunday only.** Doug Coleman / Cycle Works? **No.** Lots full? **Street behind building → north walkway to front door.** Party guest? **Arrive early; share parking link.** PA Day / school break weekday? **Earlier arrival; no Hickey lot.** Parking is the unsexy first step to a good afternoon indoors. Nail it once, save it in your maps app, and the donut slide becomes the hard part — in a good way. Questions before you drive? **519-914-0551**

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  • Walk-In Play at Off The Wall Kids — Booking Saves Money But Isn't Required (London)

    Do we HAVE to book online, or can we just walk in?" If we had a dollar for every time that question hits our inbox, we could probably fund a second ballistics arena. London parents ask it on rainy Saturdays, PA Days, summer afternoons, and right before they pull into 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College) with three littles already unbuckling themselves. Short answer: walk-ins are welcome. Always. Booking online is optional — but it saves you money per ticket and speeds up a busy counter. That is the whole story in one sentence. The rest of this post is the nuance we give families on the phone so nobody shows up stressed about a booking they never needed. We are Off The Wall Kids — indoor playground, full concession, birthday parties, camps. This is our straight guide to drop-in play: when to walk in, when booking helps, what "Unlimited Play Until We Close" actually means, and the counter stuff that slows people down (socks, waivers, payment) whether you booked or not. "So we can literally just show up?" Yes. No secret gate. No "online only" policy. No penalty for deciding at 2:00pm on a Wednesday that the kids need to burn energy indoors. Walk in during open hours. Pay admission at the counter. Socks on, waiver on file, and your littles are in the structure. Same building, same slides, same jumping pillow, same rules as families who booked ahead. We have families who book every single visit because they like the small savings and a reserved start time. We have families who have walked in for years and never touched the booking site. Both are normal here. "Then why does your website keep saying book online?" Because it genuinely helps — not because walk-ins are second-class. Three reasons we recommend booking when you can: 1. **You save about $1 per ticket** versus gate price. Not life-changing for one kid, but noticeable when you are bringing three children and two extra adults. 2. **Your start time is reserved.** Booking holds your admission and saves about $1 per ticket versus gate price — helpful on busy rainy weekends. 3. **Rainy weekends and school breaks move fast.** Booking does not mean we are full without you — we almost never turn drop-in families away (capacity section below) — but having a booking means one less line item in your brain when the car is already loaded. Book play: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Current admission rates by age (always check live numbers before you pay): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing "What is Unlimited Play Until We Close — and is that only for walk-ins?" Good question — this confuses people every week. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** means once you are admitted for the day, you can stay and play until we close that day — subject to last admission times and any early close for a private booking or event. Last admission (when you can still enter to start play): Sunday to Thursday — 6:30pm Friday and Saturday — 7:30pm Regular close is 10:00am–8:00pm, seven days a week — but always confirm **today** on the Today's Hours bar at the top of our website before you drive. Holidays and private events can shift hours. Example: you walk in at 10:00am on a Saturday. You can play until we close that night (last admission 7:30pm for new guests — you are already inside). That is unlimited for the day. **Online booking** works the same as walk-in for play time: **Unlimited Play Until We Close** once you are checked in — same building, same afternoon. The **only exception** is the **last booking slot before we close** — that slot ends at closing time; we cannot extend past close. If a **private event** is scheduled that day, drop-in guests already in the building must clear the floor before the event window begins (generally a two-hour window — we may open later or close earlier). Check the **Today's Hours bar** that day. Full hours-and-pricing conversation (parties, food credit, quiet times): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/off-the-wall-kids-hours-and-pricing-admission-parties-london "Are you going to be full? We heard there are birthday parties." Parties happen. Drop-in families still come — all the time. Our capacity is well over 300 guests. Even on busy days, parties typically use roughly 75 spaces — not the whole building. We have not hit a point where we had to send walk-in families away in years, and we work hard to avoid that. If you want extra peace of mind on a grey Saturday, book online. If you prefer to walk in, come on in. Rainy-day planning guide with more on capacity and parking: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario "What slows us down at the counter — booked or not?" The booking part is fast either way. The friction is almost always the same three things: **Socks.** Everyone past admission needs socks — any age, playing or not. Sandals season makes this the summer surprise. We sell grip socks at the counter ($3.54, always in stock). Any socks work; grip socks are recommended for slides. **Waivers.** Everyone who comes past the counter needs a waiver on file — heartbeat rule, any age. Digital waivers signed on our website are good for 12 months. Paper waivers at the counter are valid for that visit only. Sign at home before you leave: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Payment.** Cash, credit, debit at admission. Prices on the site and at the gate are before tax. Pro move for walk-ins: waiver signed online + socks in the bag = you are through the counter while the littles are still vibrating with excitement. First visit checklist: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Socks deep-dive (summer rules): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/why-socks-matter-at-off-the-wall-kids-summer-rules "When is walk-in the better call?" Honestly? Plenty of times. **Spontaneous afternoons.** School got out early, weather flipped, grandma is visiting and the kids need to move — you do not need 24 hours' notice. **Weekday off-peak.** While school is in session, weekday afternoons around 1:00pm–4:00pm are usually our calmest window. Walk in, breathe, let them run. **You are already in East London.** If you are near Argyle or Fanshawe and the littles have twenty minutes of chaos left in them, walking in beats opening an app in the parking lot. **You tried to book and the slot you wanted was gone.** Walk in during open hours anyway — unless we have posted an unusual closure, drop-in is still the plan. "When is booking the better call?" **Rainy weekends and long school breaks.** March Break, summer stretch, Christmas break — booking saves per ticket and locks your start time when everyone in London has the same indoor idea. **Multiple kids, multiple adults.** The per-ticket savings add up. Count your free adults (one per child) and any additional adult admissions before you arrive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing **You want a reserved start time on a hectic day.** Book so admission is locked in and you save per ticket. **Birthday weekend energy.** Not your party — someone else's. Still busy. Booking is one less variable. School breaks (camp vs drop-in — do not mix them up): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-break-march-break-what-to-do-with-kids-in-london "Walk-in for parties? Or just play?" This post is about **drop-in play** — come play in the indoor playground, parent-supervised, pay admission. **Birthday party packages** are a separate booking on the party portal — different pricing, 90 minutes in a private party room on your booked schedule, unlimited play in the facility until we close, and food credit. That is not a walk-in situation; you reserve a party slot: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario **Day camp** (ages 4–12) is registration-based — full camp days with counsellors, not tag-along drop-in during camp hours. Drop-in families are still welcome on camp days when we are open for regular play. PA Day breakdown: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 "Parking if we just drive up?" Street and lot parking around 539 First St — details on our parking page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Busy weekends: give yourself an extra few minutes. Parties do not block drop-in parking, but Saturdays fill up the way Saturdays do. Quick reference Walk-in OK? **Yes — always during open hours.** Book online required? **No.** Booking saves money? **Yes — about $1 per ticket vs gate.** Unlimited play? **Yes for the day once admitted (see last admission times).** Online booking play time? **Unlimited Play Until We Close (last slot before close ends at closing time).** Check hours today? **Today's Hours bar on offthewallkids.ca** Socks? **Everyone past admission.** Waivers? **Everyone past admission — digital 12 months.** Questions on the drive over? **519-914-0551** You do not need permission to walk through our door. Book if it helps your brain and your wallet. Show up if today is the day the kids decided indoor play was non-negotiable. Either way, pack socks, sign the waiver when you can, and we will see you at the counter.

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  • Best Times to Visit Off The Wall Kids — Quiet vs Busy Hours in London Ontario

    When is the best time to come — like, when is it not chaos?" We hear it every week. A parent in East London wants indoor play for the littles but does not want to walk into peak Saturday energy if they can avoid it. Fair. You are planning gas, parking, socks, waivers, and whether everyone melts down before you even hit the play structure. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is our honest guide to quiet vs busy times at our indoor playground in London Ontario — what actually happens by day of week, season, and weather, and how booking fits in when you want a calmer counter or a guaranteed start time. No magic "empty building" promise — we are a family play centre and busy can mean fun — but patterns are real, and London parents use them to plan better afternoons. The quick answer (school in session) While school is in session — September through June weekdays — our calmest window is usually **weekday afternoons around 1:00pm to 4:00pm**. Earlier weekday mornings and later weekday evenings tend to be lighter too. You still get the full structure, concession, and sightlines from the eating area — just fewer bodies moving at once. Rainy weekday? Still often calmer than a dry Saturday. Rainy **weekend**? All bets off. That is peak family energy in London — everyone had the same forecast. When it is usually busiest **Saturday and Sunday, late morning through mid-afternoon** — especially 11:00am–3:00pm when families stack lunch, naps, and "get them out of the house" into one trip. **Rainy weekends, any time of year** — our rainy-day guide gets traffic for a reason: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario **PA Days, March Break weeks, summer weekdays when camp is not running** — school-out energy fills the building faster than a random Tuesday in October. **Birthday party Saturdays** — parties happen (roughly 75 guest spaces on busy party days — not the whole building; capacity is well over 300). Drop-in families still come all the time. It is busier, not closed to walk-ins. Hot summer afternoons when splash pads lose their charm — July and August weekdays can look like weekends used to. More on heat-day planning: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london When it is usually calmer **Weekday afternoons (1:00pm–4:00pm) while school is in** — our most consistent quiet window. **Weekday mornings right after open (10:00am–11:30am)** — toddler parents, homeschool families, parents with flexible schedules. Still active, usually less stacked than Saturday lunch. **Weekday evenings after dinner rush** — families trickle in before last admission; energy shifts as littles tire out. **First visit with a toddler?** Weekday mornings or early afternoons are gentle on you and them: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/toddler-friendly-indoor-play-in-london-ontario Hours and last admission (always confirm today) Regular rhythm: **10:00am–8:00pm, seven days a week.** Last admission (when you can still enter to start play): Sunday to Thursday — **6:30pm** Friday and Saturday — **7:30pm** Holidays and private events can change hours. Private events book a **two-hour window** — we may open later or close earlier that day. **Always check the Today's Hours bar** at the top of offthewallkids.ca before you drive — not a blog from three months ago. Full hours-and-pricing Q&A: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/off-the-wall-kids-hours-and-pricing-admission-parties-london Walk-in vs booking on busy days Walk-ins are welcome **always** during open hours. We have not turned away drop-in families for capacity in years — parties do not shut the building to the public. On days you expect noise — rainy Saturday, long weekend, first day of summer break — **booking online** saves about **$1 per ticket** versus gate price and locks your start time (Unlimited Play Until We Close once admitted; last slot before close ends at closing time). Booking is optional, not required. Full walk-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/walk-in-play-at-off-the-wall-kids-london-ontario Book play: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Live admission rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing What "busy" actually feels like here Busy does not mean you cannot see your kids. Parents tell us the thing they notice first is **sightlines** — the eating area and layout let you watch littles across most of the structure, jumping pillow, and concession runs without playing zone defence across separate rooms. Busy means more laughter, more birthday groups in party rooms, more line at the counter at peak. It does not mean we are "full" in the way trampoline parks sometimes post sold-out sessions. If calmer matters more than spontaneous, pick a weekday afternoon in the school year. If maximum energy and birthday buzz is the vibe your kids want, Saturday mid-morning is the move. Seasonal cheat sheet **September–June (school in):** Weekday 1:00pm–4:00pm = calmest bet. Saturdays = busiest. **PA Days & school breaks:** Treat like a weekend for crowds — book or walk in early. **July–August:** Weekday afternoons busier than school-year weekdays; weekends still peak. Summer camp days run separately from drop-in — same building, different program. Do not confuse camp drop-off with your family walk-in: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/summer-break-march-break-what-to-do-with-kids-in-london **Rain, any season:** Weekday rain = moderate. Weekend rain = plan extra patience at admission. Counter tips no matter when you come Busy or quiet, the counter slows down for the same reasons: **Socks** — everyone past admission, any age. Grip socks $3.54 at the counter, always in stock. **Waivers** — everyone past admission. Digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver **Payment** — cash, credit, debit. Prices before tax. Sign the waiver at home, pack socks, and even Saturday feels faster. First visit checklist: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Parking on busy days Street and lot parking around 539 First St — allow a few extra minutes on party-heavy Saturdays: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Quick pick — "when should we come?" Want calmer? **Weekday 1:00pm–4:00pm while school is in.** Want maximum buzz? **Saturday 11:00am–2:00pm.** Rainy weekend? **Book online or come early.** Toddler first visit? **Weekday morning.** Not sure today? **Check Today's Hours bar + call 519-914-0551.** There is no wrong time to burn off littles indoors — only times that match what your family needs that day. We will see you whenever the doors are open.

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  • Summer Break & March Break: What to Do With Kids in London

    The school calendar sends the group chat into chaos every time. March Break in six weeks. Summer vacation stretching forever. A random Tuesday in July when you are out of ideas and the kids have been inside since 6:00am asking what's next. If you are a London parent staring at a week off school — East London, Argyle, near Fanshawe College, or anywhere in Middlesex County — this is the conversation we have at our front counter when families try to plan school breaks without losing their minds. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St. We run day camps and welcome drop-in play year-round. Here is how to think about March Break, summer break, and those in-between weeks when school is out but you still have work, errands, and a budget. The two lanes — and please do not mix them up Every school break, someone assumes we are camp-only or drop-in-only. We are both. Drop-in play is parent-supervised indoor playground time. Walk in or book online. Pay admission. Stay with your littles. Unlimited Play Until We Close for the day (online booking and walk-in — last slot before close ends at closing time). Same socks, same waivers, same rules as any Saturday. Day camp is a registered program for ages 4–12. Full camp day with counsellors, structured activities, lunch and snacks included, drop-off and pick-up procedures — roughly 8:30am–4:30pm with extended care on the booking site. Photo ID at pick-up every day. Authorized pick-ups only. Camp kids are in camp. Your family is not tagging along on camp hours as drop-in. If your child is not registered for camp, you are welcome as a drop-in family any day we are open for regular play. We wrote the full PA Day version of this — same building, same two lanes: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 March Break in London March weather in Ontario is a coin flip. One day you consider the park. The next day you need indoor backup before lunch. Our March Break camps run full days at the indoor playground — donut slide, ballistics arena, supervised games, lunch handled here so you are not packing five days of meals. Ages 4–12. Spots are limited; registration opens on the booking portal — grab weeks early when dates post. March Break camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/march-break-camps-london-ontario Not enrolling in camp that week? We are still open for drop-in play on camp days. Check the Today's Hours bar before you drive. Book online to save a bit per ticket or walk in. Summer break — the long stretch July and August are a different animal than March Break. Heat, boredom, camps filling, grandparents visiting, one kid who wants structure and one who just wants to run. Summer day camp at Off The Wall Kids follows the same format — ages 4–12, full days, lunch and snacks included, themed weeks posted on the booking site as they are ready. Kids burn energy indoors where AC is not a luxury. Parents get reliable coverage while they work or breathe. Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario For the random hot Tuesday when camp is not the plan — drop-in works. We wrote a whole guide for heat days in London and East London: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london Rainy summer week? Pair it with our rainy-day post: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Winter break too December school break follows the same camp model when we run winter camp weeks. Check the booking portal for dates and registration. Winter break camp: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/winter-break-camp-london-ontario How to pick camp vs drop-in for YOUR week Choose camp when you need full weekdays covered, your child is 4–12, and you want lunch included without the lunch-box assembly line. Choose drop-in when you want a few hours of play with your child, your kids are outside camp age, you only need part of a day, or grandparents are visiting and everyone wants to play together. Choose both across the same break if it fits — camp for the workweek, drop-in with family on the weekend. Practical prep (saves the door every time) School breaks are sandal-and-sock season. Everyone past admission needs socks — any age, playing or not. We sell them at the counter if you forget, including grip socks we recommend for slides. Digital waivers good twelve months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Summer socks deep-dive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/why-socks-matter-at-off-the-wall-kids-summer-rules Admission and hours: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Book drop-in: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Day Camp Information Guide (PDF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/public_files/daycampguide.pdf Parking on busy break weeks: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking More year-round London family ideas: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario School breaks do not have to be a scramble of last-minute tabs and "what are we doing today" texts. Camp when you need coverage. Drop in when you want an afternoon. Check hours. Pack socks. Questions about camp registration or drop-in? 519-914-0551 We will be at 539 First St when the bell rings for break — camp counsellors ready, ballistics arena waiting for whoever walks through the door.

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  • Summer Day Camp in London, Ontario (Ages 4–12) — Indoor Play, Lunch Included

    School's out. The group chat is already asking: "Who's doing camp this year?" and someone else says, "Wait — is that the indoor playground place or a different thing?" We get that question every spring at Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle, near Fanshawe College). So here is the summer day camp Q&A for London parents — ages, hours, lunch, pricing, and how camp is different from walking in with your littles on a Tuesday. "What IS summer camp at Off The Wall Kids?" A registered full-day program for kids ages 4–12. Counsellor-led camp day inside our indoor playground — donut slide, ballistics arena, jumping pillow, supervised games, lunch and snacks included. Built for parents who need coverage while they work or run the million errands summer creates. This is not drop-in play. Campers follow camp drop-off and pick-up rules (photo ID every day, authorized pick-ups only). If your child is not registered for camp, you are a drop-in family: parent-supervised play, pay admission, stay with your littles the way you always do. Full summer camp page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario Register on Bookeo: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Day Camp Guide (PDF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/public_files/daycampguide.pdf "What ages can sign up?" Camp is for ages 4–12. Drop-in play welcomes ages 0–17 with a parent or guardian on the floor — different product, same building. "What are the hours?" Camp typically runs 8:30am–4:30pm. Extended drop-off and late pick-up may be available on the booking site — check Bookeo for current options. Drop-in facility hours are usually 10:00am–8:00pm. Last admission times apply — see Today's Hours bar on our website or https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing "Is lunch included?" Yes. Lunch and snacks are included with summer camp registration. You do not need to pack a meal. Note dietary needs when you register. Allergy questions: info@offthewallkids.com "What does a camp day actually look like?" Kids get the full indoor playground plus structured camp activities. Think energy burned, counsellors on the floor, and littles who nap hard in the car on the way home. Many families plan for a full day — not a quick two-hour visit. Themed weeks run through the summer so each week feels a little different. Weekly themes and dates are posted on Bookeo when registration opens. "How much does summer day camp cost in London?" Pricing is always on our booking portal at checkout — confirm current rates there before you pay. Full-week and single-day options may be available depending on the summer. Around $75/day with lunch has been typical for PA Days — summer weeks may differ; Bookeo has the real numbers. "How do we register — and does it sell out?" Register on Bookeo as soon as summer weeks are posted. Summer camp in London fills fast. Limited spots is not marketing speak — it is real. "Can we still drop in on camp days if we're NOT in camp?" Usually yes for regular indoor playground hours on most days — check the Today's Hours bar first. Camp kids are in the camp program during camp hours; drop-in families use the facility as parent-supervised play with normal admission rules (socks, waivers, booking or walk-in). PA Day confusion? Same building, two lanes: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/pa-days-in-london-drop-in-play-vs-day-camp-ages-4-12 "Why indoor camp instead of outdoor all summer?" Heat, humidity, rain days, and smoke warnings — London summers are not gentle every week. Indoor camp means air conditioning, dry play, and no "we cancelled because of the forecast" surprises. Kids still run hard; parents still get a full work day. Hot-day drop-in guide: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-to-do-with-kids-on-hot-summer-days-london-ontario-east-london "What should campers bring?" Comfortable clothes, running shoes (for arrival — socks required past admission inside), water bottle if you like, and anything the Day Camp Guide lists for your week. Waivers must be signed before entry — digital waivers good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver "Birthday party on the calendar too?" Different booking. Party packages and food credit details: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Summer camp rapid-fire Ages? 4–12 for camp. Drop-in play: 0–17 with parent supervision. Hours? Camp roughly 8:30am–4:30pm; extended care on Bookeo. Lunch included? Yes for camp registration. Where? 539 First St, East London (Argyle). Register? Bookeo — spots fill fast. Same as PA Day camp? Same program style; PA Days follow the school calendar. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground and Best Children's Entertainer two years running through community votes — we are grateful for that. Summer camp is one of the best ways to see why littles keep coming back. Questions? 519-914-0551 · Register: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings See you this summer — camp counsellor on the ballistics arena sidelines, and your littles making the most of every themed week.

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  • Kids Birthday Party Places in London, Ontario

    Somewhere around the third Pinterest board and the group chat poll, every London parent hits the same wall: where do we actually host this thing? Backyard looks perfect until you check the forecast. A park pavilion has no Plan B for rain. Someone suggests a venue an hour away and three parents quietly leave the chat. If you are searching "kids birthday party places in London Ontario" at midnight with a half-eaten slice of stress cake — you are in good company. We host a lot of birthdays at Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is not a ranked list of every venue in the city — we are not going to send you shopping elsewhere. It is an honest parent guide to what matters when you pick a party place in London, and what we built our packages around because families kept asking for the same things. What parents actually want (the checklist in your head) Weather-proof. Kids need to run. Adults need to breathe. Food handled without twelve separate grocery runs. A room for cake. Pricing that does not require a spreadsheet and a wine glass. Indoor wins in London for a reason. February snow, April rain, July humidity — the party date does not move because the sky changed its mind. An indoor playground party means the energy goes into the slide, not into apologizing to guests about the backup plan. The food conversation nobody has early enough A lot of party places hand you a fixed menu — take it or leave it. We do something different, and it is the question we get most on the phone after "how much does it cost." Party packages include food credit for our concession. You choose what your group orders — pizza, platters, the works — and the credit comes off when you pay the balance at the end of the party. Most families pre-order. Our coordinator confirms the week before. Pizza is the crowd favourite; platters are a close second. Outside cake or cupcakes from an inspected bakery? Allowed in your booked party room only — with a receipt, stays in the room. Everything else comes from our kitchen. We are a licensed restaurant; there is a whole health-unit story behind that. Full party food guide (worth reading before you book): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies Packages, pricing, and the private-rental option Current packages — 12 kids, 24 kids, 36 kids, plus private facility rental for bigger celebrations — live on our birthday page with up-to-date pricing. We keep numbers there so they stay accurate: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Every package includes a private party room for 90 minutes on your booked schedule, unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close, free adult admission per package, and that food credit we keep talking about. Party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up — for example, a 10:00am party uses the room until 11:30am, then guests may keep playing in the facility until we close. Private facility rental is the exclusive **two-hour window** option — up to 150 people, no other guests in the facility during your event window. Depending on when your event is scheduled, we may open later or close earlier that day. Different vibe, different price point. The birthday page breaks it down. Weekend slots in London fill fast. About four weeks out, the best times are often gone. If you have a date in mind, book early and breathe. Why families land on an indoor playground party Kids want the wow factor. Parents want sightlines and a seat. Our littles make a beeline for the donut slide. The ballistics arena has its own fan club. Parents tell us they love eating in the seating area and still seeing kids across the structure, on the jumping pillow, heading to bathrooms — not playing zone defence in three separate rooms. Mixed ages work in one visit. Younger siblings and older school friends in the same party without splitting the guest list across two venues. We are a parent-supervised facility — you know your crew. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes, and Best Children's Entertainer two years in a row as well. We are not the biggest party venue in Ontario, and that is fine. We are built for real birthdays on real Saturdays in Argyle and East London. "Will parties ruin drop-in play that day?" Another question we get constantly — especially from parents planning a separate visit. Our capacity is well over 300. Even at our busiest, parties use roughly 75 spaces, not the whole building. Drop-in families are always part of the mix. We have not turned away walk-in families for capacity in years. If you are attending as a guest, show up for the party you were invited to. If you are planning your own drop-in day, walk-ins are welcome — or book online to save a bit per ticket: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Practical stuff before party day Digital waivers for everyone — good for twelve months if signed online: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Socks for everyone past the admission counter. Party room comes with plates, napkins, cups, table covers — bring themed decor if you want. Parking on busy weekends: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Hours and admission if guests are staying to play after: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing When an indoor playground party is the right call You want one stop — play, food, cake, home tired and happy. Your guest list includes a mix of ages. You care about weather-proofing without renting a tent and praying. You want to choose your party food instead of accepting a fixed tray from somewhere else. That is the lane we built for. Compare packages fairly, read the food guide once, and book when you have a date locked. Book a party: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Questions? 519-914-0551 · info@offthewallkids.com More London family ideas: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario We will have the party room ready. Your job is to show up and let them run toward the donut slide.

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  • What to Do With Kids on Hot Summer Days in London, Ontario (East London & Argyle)

    Last summer we watched the thermometer hit "why are we even outside" and a mom in the parking lot at 539 First St said, "The splash pad was full, the park has zero shade, and my kids are already done." Different weather than a rainy Saturday — same parent energy. We are Off The Wall Kids in East London — Argyle, near Fanshawe College, serving families across London and Middlesex County who need a reliable plan when July heat shows up. We wrote our rainy-day guide for grey skies. This is the hot-day version: what local parents actually do when the sun wins and the backyard is not cutting it. The honest summer problem in London Outdoor play is great until it is not. Humidity, UV warnings, smoke days, "feels like 38" on your phone, kids who were happy at the park for twenty minutes and are now melting on a bench. East London and Argyle families are not far from us — a lot of you are ten minutes from air conditioning and the ballistics arena if you know where to look. We are not saying never go outside. We are saying every summer needs an indoor backup that does not feel like a punishment. Why indoor play hits different on hot days Air conditioning. Dry feet. No sunscreen reapplication wars every forty minutes. A full afternoon where littles run hard and you can actually sit down with a coffee from our concession and still see them on the jumping pillow. That is the whole pitch — and it is why our rainy-day post is one of our most-read articles. Heat days are the mirror image. Same building. Different forecast. If you have not read that one yet: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/rainy-day-activities-for-kids-in-london-ontario Drop-in play vs summer camp — pick your day Two lanes, same address. Do not mix them up. Drop-in play is what most families want on a random scorching Tuesday: walk in or book online, parent-supervised play, stay as long as you want with Unlimited Play Until We Close (online booking and walk-in — last slot before close ends at closing time). Walk-ins are always welcome. Booking online saves you about a dollar per ticket and helps on busy days. Hours, last admission times, and live rates: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Book drop-in: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Summer day camp is for when you need a full day covered — ages 4–12, structured camp day, lunch and snacks included, counsellor-led activities plus all the play structures. Camp runs roughly 8:30am–4:30pm with extended care options on the booking site. Register early; London camp weeks fill. Summer camps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario We are open for regular drop-in on camp days too — camp kids are in the camp program; your family can still walk in for parent-supervised play if that fits your day better. When to come if you want it calmer Hot weekends and stat holidays bring crowds — same energy as a rainy Saturday. If you can flex your schedule, weekday afternoons while school is out but before the dinner rush (roughly 1:00pm to 4:00pm) are usually our lightest window. Earlier mornings and later afternoons on weekdays tend to be quieter too. Always check the Today's Hours bar on our website before you drive. We are normally 10:00am to 8:00pm seven days a week; summer holidays can mean shorter hours or closed days. Last admission: 6:30pm Sunday through Thursday, 7:30pm Friday and Saturday. Toddlers, big kids, and everyone in between Hot days are hard on the smallest littles — they overheat fast and cannot tell you clearly when they are done. We built for mixed ages: a toddler area for the littlest ones, a main structure parents can walk through with mobile toddlers, and big-kid energy on the donut slide and ballistics arena in the same sightline from the eating area. More on toddler-first visits: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/toddler-friendly-indoor-play-in-london-ontario Pillar page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london Fuel the afternoon without leaving You do not need a second stop for lunch. Our concession is a full kitchen — pizza, nuggets, fruit cups, Slush Puppies when someone earned a cold treat, coffee for the grown-up on watch. Eat in the seating area, not on play equipment. No outside food except formula, water, and baby food. What we serve: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-we-serve-at-off-the-wall-kids-concession-pizza-london Full menu: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Summer prep that saves the meltdown at the door Sandals season catches families off guard — socks are still required for everyone past the admission counter. Pack them or grab ours at admission. Sign your digital waiver at home — good for twelve months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit flow: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Parking on busy summer days: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes. We are not the biggest space in Ontario, and we are fine with that. What we are is a place East London and Argyle parents keep coming back to when the forecast says stay inside — or when outside stopped being fun an hour ago. Birthday on the calendar? Party packages and food credit details: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario More year-round family ideas in London: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Hot day, rainy day, PA Day — the pattern is the same. Check hours, pack socks, sign waivers if you can, and give your kids somewhere to burn energy that does not involve your living room couch. Questions? 519-914-0551. We will be at 539 First St when the heat wins. Your littles can make the call on the donut slide.

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  • Why Socks Matter at Off The Wall Kids — Summer Rules for Every Age

    It is June. The kids are in sandals. You are in flip-flops. Everyone is thinking about splash pads and sunscreen — not socks. Then you pull into 539 First St in East London (Argyle, near Fanshawe College) and the admission counter gently says: socks for everyone past this point. We know the face. We see it every summer. So let us talk about it plainly — not as a rule on a sign, but as the reason the rule exists, and what to do when you genuinely forgot. Socks for everyone. No exceptions we make up at the counter. Past our admission counter, every person needs socks on their feet. Any age. Playing or not playing. Baby in a carrier. Grandparent "just sitting with coffee." Parent who swears they are not touching the equipment. We are a socks-only facility past that line. Not grip-sock-only — any socks work — but socks, every time. "I am not playing — why do I need socks?" This is the summer argument we hear more than any other. Here is the honest answer. Littles do not stay in one zone. Kids sprint through the eating area where you are parked with your drink. They cut between tables. They hug your legs with sticky hands and keep moving. Street shoes and sandals track in what they picked up outside — parking lot grit, washroom floors, whatever was on the playground before you arrived. We cannot station someone at every table to guarantee non-players never touch the ground. Socks are the simple line that keeps street dirt out of places where other families eat, where babies crawl, and where kids are in socks-only play areas. It is hygiene for the whole building, not a guess about whether you personally will hit the ballistics arena today. Hygiene — why we care about what is on your feet Think about what shoes collect in a normal day: bathroom floors, gas station stops, sidewalks, car mats. Now picture that transferring to carpeted areas and soft play surfaces where children are literally on their hands and knees. We are a socks-only facility past admission because shoes are the highest-traffic way dirt and germs move through a family play space. Socks create a barrier between "where you walked in the world" and our play floors — everyone plays in socks here, not barefoot. Summer makes it worse, not better. Open sandals, bare heels, Crocs with no socks — all of it brings more skin and more street contact into a space built for socked feet. July does not get a hygiene waiver because the weather is nice. Cleanliness — keeping the facility somewhere you want to come back to Parents tell us cleanliness matters when they pick an indoor playground. Ours is a parent-supervised facility — we maintain equipment, we clean, we inspect — and the socks rule is part of how the building stays pleasant on a busy Saturday when hundreds of feet have been through. When shoes stay on past admission instead of socks, grit ends up in the play structure, on the jumping pillow, and under the tables where the next family eats pizza. Everyone in socks keeps that grit out of shared spaces. One rule for everyone — socks past the admission counter, every visit. You would not wear street shoes on your living room carpet all summer and wonder why it feels grimy. We treat the shared space the same way — with a rule that scales when the building is full. Grip socks — recommended, not required We sell branded grip socks with our logo at admission for $3.54. They are great on slides and climbing. We recommend them, especially for kids who love the donut slide and ballistics arena. They are not mandatory. Regular socks from home are fine. Thin socks, thick socks, whatever your drawer has — as long as feet are socked past the counter. If you want extra traction, grab ours at check-in. If you packed socks from home, you are good. Forgot socks? We have you covered. Summer plans change fast. You thought you were going to the park. You ended up here. Nobody packed socks. We always keep socks in stock at the admission counter — including our branded grip socks. Grab a pair for anyone who needs them and keep going. The goal is not to turn you around at the door. The goal is everyone past admission in socks before anyone hits the play floor. Mobility issues? Adults who need an accommodation can ask about shoe covers at the counter. We will help. Summer prep that saves the lecture at the door Throw extra socks in the diaper bag, the glove box, the camp backpack — one pair per person who is coming past admission, not just the kids you think will climb. Sandals can stay in the shoe bin by the entrance. Socks go on before you pay. Waivers sorted (digital good for twelve months): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Full first-visit rules including waivers: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london Book or walk in: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings · Hours and admission: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing We are not trying to win an argument at the door. We are trying to keep a building full of socked kids clean enough that you want to come back every rainy day and every hot July afternoon. Pack socks like you pack sunscreen. Buy them here if you forget. Put them on everyone — yes, even you, even Grandma, even the baby in the carrier. We will see you inside. The ballistics arena is not going anywhere. Questions? 519-914-0551.

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  • Toddler-Friendly Indoor Play in London, Ontario

    The first time is always the same little movie in your head. Your toddler is newly walking — or newly brave — and you are standing in a giant indoor playground wondering if they will get bulldozed by a nine-year-old on the jumping pillow, or if you will spend the whole visit trapped in a tiny padded corner while big sister disappears into something you cannot even see. We get it. We are Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle, near Fanshawe College), and we built this place for real families with mixed ages — including the smallest littles who are just figuring out what "play" means. A lot of parents still discover us when the weather turns. Rainy day energy needs somewhere to go. But toddler families are some of our favourites when they find us on purpose — not as a backup plan, but as their spot. This is the conversation we have at the counter when someone asks, "Is this actually okay for a one-year-old?" Short answer: yes. Longer answer: here is how it works here. You stay close. That is the design. We are a parent-supervised facility. That means you are the hero of the day — not a staff member shadowing your child through every tunnel. For toddlers, that is actually what most parents want. You know their limits. You know when they need a hand on the small slide and when they are ready to try the next step. What parents tell us they love is the sightlines. You can sit in the eating area with a coffee from our concession, look up, and still see your kid — in the structure, on the jumping pillow, heading toward bathrooms, looping back for another lap. You are not playing zone defence across three separate rooms wondering which child you lost track of. There is a small toddler area for the littlest ones. And the main structure is built so parents can walk through the whole space with a mobile toddler right beside them. If your almost-two-year-old wants to explore with you one step away, you are not stuck in one corner while older kids vanish into a maze somewhere else. Mixed ages, same building, same afternoon This is the part that saves families with more than one kid. Younger littles and older siblings can play within the same visual space. Big brother can make a beeline for the ballistics arena — foam balls everywhere — while your toddler works up courage on gentler climbs nearby. Everyone burns energy. Nobody has to choose a different venue. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes. We are grateful. We are not the biggest indoor play space out there, and that is okay. What we are is a place where a toddler's first cautious climb can happen in the same visit as their big cousin's tenth run down the donut slide. The practical stuff (so the first visit is smooth) Ages 0–23 months have a lower admission rate, and one adult per child is free. Current rates live here — we keep pricing on the page, not buried in old blog posts: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Walk-ins are welcome. Booking online saves you a bit per ticket and is nice on busy days. Either works. Socks for everyone past the admission counter — any age, playing or not. Bring them or buy branded grip socks at admission. Waivers for everyone too (digital good for 12 months if you sign at home): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit flow — coats off, socks on, waiver sorted, pay, play: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide More on socks and waivers if you want the full counter conversation: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london When is it calmer for toddlers? While school is in, weekday afternoons around 1:00pm to 4:00pm are usually our quietest window. Earlier mornings and later afternoons on weekdays tend to be lighter too. Rainy weekends and PA Days? Expect peak energy — still fun, just busier. Check the Today's Hours bar before you drive. We are usually 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven days a week, with holiday hours posted there when they change. Hungry littles, happy longer visits You do not need to leave for lunch. Our concession is a full kitchen — pizza, nuggets, fruit cups, hummus, coffee for you — eat in the seating area where you can still watch the floor. No outside food except formula, water, and baby food. More on what we serve: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/what-we-serve-at-off-the-wall-kids-concession-pizza-london Plan for at least two hours. Many families stay three or more — toddlers do not run on a schedule, and neither do rainy Tuesdays. Thinking ahead? Toddler pillar page with more detail: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/toddler-indoor-playground-london First birthday coming up? Party food rules and packages: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario More London family ideas: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Book a visit: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings · Questions? 519-914-0551 If you have been waiting for the "right age" to try indoor play — this is your sign. Pack socks, sign the waiver on the couch, and come let your little one decide whether the donut slide is a today thing or a next-month thing. We will be at the counter. They will tell you when they are ready.

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  • What We Serve at Off The Wall Kids: Concession, Pizza & Family Food

    A parent stopped us mid-bite last week — literally had a forkful of poutine paused in the air — and said, "I had no idea you guys were basically a restaurant." We laughed, because we hear it constantly. You came for the donut slide and ballistics arena. Your littles came for the jumping pillow. Nobody Googled "full-service kitchen in an indoor playground" on the drive over to 539 First St in East London. But here is the thing we are trying to help families understand — including why our name might soon read "Off The Wall Kids — Restaurant & Indoor Playground." We hold a restaurant license. Real food. Inspected kitchen. Health-unit rules. That is why outside coffee, outside pizza, and "just a snack from home" are not allowed past the admission counter (formula, water, and baby food are the exceptions — email info@offthewallkids.com if you need to talk about anything else). It is not us being difficult. It is how we keep every kid with allergies safe in a building where someone else's unattended drink can end up in the wrong hands. We wrote the longer version of that conversation in our party food article if you are planning a birthday: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies This post is the fun part — what you can actually eat here on a normal visit. So what is on the menu? More than parents expect. Start with the classics your kids will actually say yes to: chicken nuggets, chicken strips, hot dogs, fries, personal and medium pizzas with all the topping options, mozzarella sticks, funnel cake fries if you are feeling brave. Meals come with a small fry and small drink — the kind of spread that turns "we'll only be here an hour" into a three-hour afternoon because everyone is fueled and happy. Then there is the stuff that makes moms nod: fruit cups, hummus and crackers, grab-and-go yogurt and cheese, juice boxes, Bubly, Gatorade when someone ran hard enough to deserve electrolytes. We are not pretending we are a spa — there are chocolate bars and chips too — but we try to keep reasonable options alongside the fun food. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate for the grown-up holding the table while watching sightlines across the structure. Slush Puppies for the kid who earned a cold treat. Poutine with curds or shredded cheese because this is still Ontario. Full menu with photos and current prices lives here — we update it there so you are never reading stale numbers in a blog: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Where do you eat? Designated seating — not on the play equipment, not on carpeted play areas. Grab a table where you can still see your kids, order from the concession, and eat like a normal family restaurant that happens to have a ballistics arena in the next room. That setup is a big reason families stay longer. Rainy Saturday, school break, PA Day energy — you can make one stop instead of play-then-drive-thru-then-meltdown. A lot of our regulars plan around that. What about allergies, gluten-free, dairy-free? We take it seriously and we are honest about limits. For parties and special orders we source dairy-free and gluten-free cheese pizza and dairy-free and gluten-free cake. Pizza gets its own tray, clean paddle, clean cutter, fresh gloves, separate box — not touching the regular line. Cake arrives sealed from the manufacturer. Email info@offthewallkids.com to order GF/DF items ahead. We do not bring nuts in or prep with nuts, but we cannot guarantee every product never contacted nuts at a manufacturer. If your child has complex allergies, reach out before you come — we will do our best to help you plan. And parties? Different conversation, same kitchen. Party packages include food credit you spend on what your group actually wants — pizza, platters, all of it from our concession — not a fixed "you get exactly this" box. Most hosts pre-order; our coordinator confirms the week before. Pizza wins. Platters are second. Party food PDF is on the birthday page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Outside cake or cupcakes from an inspected bakery? Booked party room only — with a receipt, stays in the room. Everything else comes from us. Tanggo's food truck is its own thing — separate from Off The Wall Kids parties and concession orders. The vibe we are going for Parents tell us they did not expect to sit down with real food while the kids disappear into the structure and come back sweaty and grinning. That is the whole point. Play hard, eat here, stay until close if you booked Unlimited Play Until We Close — or walked in and lost track of time because nobody wanted to leave. We are an indoor playground. We are also a kitchen that has to earn its restaurant license every day. Come hungry. Pack socks. Sign your waiver online if you can: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Questions about the menu or a party order? 519-914-0551 or info@offthewallkids.com We will save you a seat by the eating area — your littles can sprint to the donut slide on their own schedule.

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  • PA Days in London: Drop-In Play vs Day Camp (Ages 4–12)

    School calendar says PA Day. Your brain says camp registration, packed lunch, and a 4:30 pickup. Then someone in the group chat says: "Wait — is Off The Wall Kids even OPEN for regular play that day, or is it camp kids only?" That question hits our phone line constantly. So here is the PA Day Q&A for London parents — drop-in vs day camp, ages, hours, and how to not show up at the wrong door with the wrong expectation. "We have a PA Day tomorrow — are you even OPEN?" Yes. We are open for drop-in play on PA Days. Off The Wall Kids runs regular indoor playground hours on most PA Days (check the Today's Hours bar at the top of our website — holidays and special closures are always listed there). You can walk in or book online like any other day. Admission, socks, waivers — same rules as always. Admission and hours overview: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Book drop-in play: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings First visit rules (socks, waivers): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/socks-waivers-and-first-visit-rules-at-off-the-wall-kids-london "So what IS the day camp thing then?" Different product, same building. Our PA Day camp is a registered full-day program for kids ages 4–12. Structured camp day, counsellors, activities, lunch and snacks included — built for parents who need coverage while they work or run the million errands PA Days create. Camp runs roughly 8:30am–4:30pm (extended care options where available — see the Day Camp Information Guide on our booking site). Campers get the facility, supervised games, and plenty of play on the donut slide, ballistics arena, and the rest. PA Day camp info and registration: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario Summer camps (same age range, school-break vibe): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario "Can I drop in WITH my kid if they're in camp?" Camp kids are in the camp program — you are not tagging along on camp hours as drop-in play. If your child is registered for PA Day camp, follow camp drop-off and pick-up (photo ID every day, authorized pick-ups only — no exceptions). If your child is not in camp, you are a drop-in family: parent-supervised play, pay admission, stay with your littles the way you always do. Two lanes. Same address. Different booking. "Which should we pick — camp or drop-in?" Choose camp if: Your child is 4–12 and you want a full day covered You need lunch handled here (included with camp registration) You want counsellor-led structure while you are at work Choose drop-in if: You want a few hours of play with your child — parent on the floor Your kids are outside the camp age range or you only need part of the day You already planned a family PA Day adventure and just need indoor play time Both are valid. The mix-up we hear is parents assuming only camp exists on PA Days — it does not. "How do we register for camp — and does it sell out?" PA Day dates follow the school boards — not our calendar. We run camps on most PA Days through the school year. Exact dates and current pricing are always on the booking portal (around $75/day with lunch and snacks has been typical — confirm at checkout). Camps fill fast. Register as soon as dates post. Limited spots is not marketing speak — it is real. Full Day Camp Guide (PDF): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/public_files/daycampguide.pdf Dietary needs? Note them when you register. Allergy questions? Email info@offthewallkids.com "Will PA Day be PACKED for drop-in?" Often, yes — PA Days can feel like a rainy Saturday. Families who prepped win: waiver signed online, socks packed, online booking done. Walk-ins still welcome — just budget a few extra minutes at admission. Weekday quiet times do not usually apply on PA Days. Expect energy. Quick PA Day rapid-fire Open for drop-in on PA Days? Yes — check Today's Hours bar. Camp ages? 4–12 for PA Day camp. Camp hours? Roughly 8:30am–4:30pm (extended care on booking site). Drop-in hours? Regular facility hours — last admission times apply (see our hours blog or admission page). Camp lunch included? Yes — drop-in families use our concession. Same socks and waiver rules? Always. March Break, summer, winter camps too? Yes — https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario links to all of them. PA Day does not mean "camp only" at Off The Wall Kids in East London. It means you choose: registered camp for ages 4–12, or drop-in play with your crew — or plan ahead for both on different days if you have kids in different age buckets. Questions? 519-914-0551 · Camp registration: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings See you on the next school day off — camp counsellor or parent on the ballistics arena sidelines, your call.

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  • Off The Wall Kids Hours & Pricing: Admission, Parties & What to Know Before You Come

    Are you open today?" That is the text we see more than almost any other. Fair — you are packing the car, the littles are already wired, and nobody wants a closed-door surprise in East London. We are Off The Wall Kids at 539 First St (Argyle, near Fanshawe College). Here is the hours-and-money Q&A we give parents on the phone, in plain language, with links so you always see live numbers before you pay. "What are your hours — like, today?" Regular rhythm: 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven days a week. Last admission (when you can still come in to play): Sunday to Thursday — last admission at 6:30pm Friday and Saturday — last admission at 7:30pm Holidays? Always check the Today's Hours bar at the top of our website before you drive. We usually run shorter hours on holidays, and some holidays we are closed entirely. "What are you open today" is the right question — the bar has the real answer. "How much does it cost to just COME PLAY?" Admission is by age band — same structure as on our Admission & Pricing page (we keep rates updated there so you are never reading stale numbers in a blog from six months ago): https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Quick map: Ages 0–23 months — lower child rate, one adult per child is free Ages 2–17 — standard child rate, one adult per child is free Additional adults beyond that free adult — separate admission All prices on the site and at the gate are before tax. No hidden fees at the counter. Online vs walk-in? Walk-ins are welcome — always. Booking online is recommended and saves you about $1 per ticket versus gate price. Not a fortune, but it adds up for a whole birthday crew. Book play: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings "Wait — one free adult per kid. What about two parents?" Each child's ticket includes one free adult. Second parent (or extra grown-ups) = additional adult admission. That is the whole rule. Plan for it and nobody fights at the counter. "Unlimited Play Until We Close" — online booking and walk-in Same rule for both. **Unlimited Play Until We Close** means once you are admitted, you can stay and play until we close that day — subject to last admission times and any adjusted hours for a private event (generally a two-hour window; we may open later or close earlier that day). **Online booking** does not shorten that. Book online, check in at the counter (even a little late — tell us), and you get the same unlimited play as a walk-in. The **only exception**: the **last booking slot before we close**. That slot ends when we close — we cannot extend past closing time. Example: you book 10:00am Saturday and arrive at 10:20am. Tell the counter you are late; they check you in. You play until we close (last admission 7:30pm Fri–Sat for new guests — you are already inside). Private event day? Private events book a **two-hour window** — not a full-day closure. We may open later or close earlier depending on when the event is scheduled. Drop-in guests already inside must clear the floor before the event window begins. Check the **Today's Hours bar** before you drive. "Are you the cheapest?" We will say best value. When we look at drop-in rates at indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks around London, and when we look at party bookings at those same kinds of places, we believe families get strong value here — especially on parties (keep reading). We are not the biggest facility out there. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years running through community votes — we are grateful for that. Come for the experience, stay for the afternoon, compare fairly. "Birthday parties — what should I budget mentally?" Package details and current pricing live here: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario The thing parents ask about most on the phone — more than the slide — is food credit. We are the only party setup we know of locally that does it this way: your package includes a food credit for our concession (amount depends on package size — 12 kids, 24 kids, 36 kids, private rental — see the party page). You choose what to order from our kitchen — pizza, platters, the works — not a fixed "you get exactly this menu" box like a lot of venues. The credit comes off when you pay the balance at the end of your party. Standard party packages include **90 minutes in the private party room on your booked schedule** (for example, a 10:00am party uses the room until 11:30am) and **unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close**. Party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up; guests may keep playing in the facility. Party food list PDF is linked from that same birthday page. Questions? info@offthewallkids.com Weekend party slots: about four weeks out, the best times are often gone. Book early, confirm food the week before (our coordinator reaches out — see our party food blog if you are planning cake rules too). "Best time to visit if we want it calmer?" While school is in session, weekday afternoons around 1:00pm to 4:00pm are usually our quietest window. Earlier in the day and later in the day on weekdays tend to be lighter too. Rainy weekends? All bets off — that is peak family energy. "Group visits or schools?" Pricing may differ from regular drop-in. Email info@offthewallkids.com and we will sort it. "Anything else at the counter?" Payment: cash, credit, debit. Socks mandatory past admission — we sell them at the counter if you forget (grip socks recommended). Waivers for everyone — digital good 12 months: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver First visit steps: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide Hours rapid-fire Open most days 10:00am–8:00pm? Yes — confirm today on the site's Today's Hours bar. Last admission Sun–Thu? 6:30pm. Last admission Fri–Sat? 7:30pm. Walk-in OK? Yes. Book online? Recommended — saves ~$1 per ticket. Tax? Added at checkout / counter; listed prices are before tax. That is the whole "what does it cost and when are you open" conversation. Check the hours bar, peek at admission and party pages for live rates, book if you can, pack socks, sign waivers on the couch. Questions? 519-914-0551. We will see you when the doors are open — and your littles will do the rest.

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  • Birthday Party Food at Off The Wall Kids: Outside Food, Cakes, Allergies & GF/DF Options

    You booked the party room. Pinterest has opinions. Grandma wants to bring her famous dip. Someone just typed "can we swing by with pizza?" into the group chat. Welcome to birthday party food at Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle). We are an indoor playground — and yes, we are also a restaurant under our license. That is not a fun fact for a trivia night; it is why our food rules exist. We are even talking about updating our name to "Off The Wall Kids — Restaurant & Indoor Playground" so parents understand why the counter says no to "just a coffee." Here is the party-food Q&A we wish every host had before party day. "Why can't we bring outside food? It's ONE birthday." Food safety and allergies — for real, not as a buzzword. This policy was built with the Middlesex London Health Unit. Food served to people outside your own family at a party needs to come from an inspected kitchen. Picture a cake for 24 kids: everyone needs to trust where it was made. Here is the scene that keeps us up at night: a drink or snack left on a table. A child who is not yours grabs it. They are allergic to something in it. Nobody meant harm — but harm does not care about intentions. If anyone gets sick, the health unit needs to trace where food came from. If a child has allergies, we need to know what is in what they ate. Same rules for everyone protects every allergy in the building. "Okay but it's JUST my coffee." We hear this one a lot — and we get the eye roll. Coffee is not "just coffee" in a building full of littles. We have seen special creamers, we have seen worse. True story: a group of dads took our coffee cups out to the parking lot, filled them with alcohol, and tried to bring them back in. Staff caught it. That is why the rule is the rule. Our answer when parents are frustrated: we have a restaurant license. We are a restaurant. Outside food and drink (except what is listed below) cannot come in — not for drop-in, and party rules add another layer. "So my kid can't eat here because of allergies — isn't that YOUR problem?" Flip it: that is exactly why the rule exists. There are a lot of allergies out there. We keep one clear policy so every family's allergies are respected in a way that can be tracked and traced under our restaurant license. We do our best to accommodate — email concerns to info@offthewallkids.com — but we do not make one-off exceptions that break traceability for everyone else. "No exceptions?" No exceptions. Formula, water, and baby food are always OK. Anything else medical or unique? Contact us first: info@offthewallkids.com "Can we bring a CAKE though?" For a booked party room only — yes, if it is actually cake or cupcakes. Allowed: cakes and cupcakes from an inspected kitchen (bakery, grocery store, Dine Safe–style places the health unit inspects). Bring your receipt. Outside cake and cupcakes must stay in the party room while you party. After your party, they can go into our kitchen for safe keeping or out to your vehicle. Not allowed: cake pops, cinnamon buns, donuts, or "it is basically cake" items. If the health unit partnership says cake or cupcakes, we mean cake or cupcakes. Sorry, Facebook character-cake baker from someone's cousin — if it is not from an inspected kitchen, it cannot come in. We know that one stings. Candles, sparklers, and helium? Allowed. We sell balloons at the facility too. We already set the party room with plates, forks, spoons, knives, napkins, cups, and table covers — generic, so bring themed stuff if you want the full aesthetic. Drop-in visits: no outside cake or cupcakes. Outside food is not permitted for drop-in except formula and water. Inspected bakery cakes and cupcakes are allowed in your **booked party room only** during a reserved birthday party — with a receipt, and they stay in the party room. "Where do we actually EAT?" Party food from our kitchen can be enjoyed in the party room or our eating area. Outside cake or cupcakes? Party room only. Full stop. Loot bags with candy or snacks? Outside food — so no handing those out inside. Give them to guests as they leave if there is food in the bag. Adults? Concession coffee and food — all from us. "What about pizza and platters from YOUR kitchen?" Most parties pre-order food. Your package food credit applies when the balance of your party is paid. Pizza is the crowd favourite. Platters are a close second. There is a party food price list — PDF linked from our birthday parties page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Full concession menu for the vibe of what we serve: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/menu Request food when you book. Our party coordinator emails you the Monday before your party to confirm. Fruit trays and veggie trays need ordering by the Wednesday before — we bring supplies in just for parties that book them. Everything else can usually be added or removed right up until cooking time (except those pre-ordered tray items). Staff verify your food before you arrive and confirm again at the start of party time before anything hits the oven. Tanggo's food truck is separate from Off The Wall Kids parties — different operation, different day. "Gluten-free and dairy-free — can you actually do that?" Yes — we source Dairy Free / Gluten Free cheese pizza and Dairy Free / Gluten Free cake. The pizza: cooked in our oven on its own tray, separate from other pizza, with a clean paddle, clean cutter, fresh gloves, and its own box — not touching the regular line. The cake: arrives sealed from the manufacturer. We do not bring nuts in or prep with nuts, but we cannot guarantee every ingredient never contacted nuts at a manufacturer. We limit exposure where we can — email info@offthewallkids.com for specific allergy questions before party day. Order GF/DF party items through info@offthewallkids.com Book the party itself: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Quick party-food rapid-fire Outside pizza / KFC / platters? No — use our kitchen and party food list. Outside cake? Booked party room only. Inspected kitchen + receipt. Stays in party room. Coffee from home? No. Loot bags with food inside? Hand out as guests leave. GF/DF pizza and cake? Yes — order by email. Need an exception? We do not do them — keeps every kid safer. Questions before the big day? 519-914-0551 or info@offthewallkids.com We will handle the oven. You handle the candles. The littles will handle sprinting to the ballistics arena the second the door opens.

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  • Rainy Day Activities for Kids in London, Ontario

    Grey sky. Restless littles. Everyone cooped up since breakfast. If you live in London, Ontario, you know the feeling — and you probably know the budget conversation that comes with it. We are Off The Wall Kids, an indoor playground in East London (Argyle area, not far from Fanshawe College). Rainy days are basically our specialty. This is our straight-up guide for families trying to plan a wet weekend — including the stuff we get asked about constantly: hours, pricing, walk-ins, parties, socks, waivers, and where to park. First things first: you do not need an online booking to visit us. Walk-ins are welcome. Always. Booking online usually saves you a little on admission and holds your spot on a busy Saturday — we recommend it when the forecast looks ugly — but it is not a requirement. If you have called us to ask that question before, you are in good company. We answer it all the time. For hours and pricing, check the Today's Hours bar at the top of our website before you drive over. We are usually open 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven days a week, but holiday hours can change. Current admission rates by age are on our Admission & Pricing page: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing Are we full because there are birthday parties? This is the other big rainy-day question. Short answer: no. Our capacity is well over 300. Even at our busiest, parties take up roughly 75 spaces — not the whole building. We always have room for drop-in families. We have not been at capacity where we had to send people elsewhere in years — and honestly, we try not to send anyone anywhere else in the first place. If you want extra peace of mind, book online and your admission is reserved. If you prefer to walk in, come on in. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years in a row through community votes — and Best Children's Entertainer two years in a row as well. We are grateful for that. We are not the biggest indoor play space out there, and that is okay. What we are is a place built for real families on real rainy Saturdays. So what actually happens when you walk through the door? A lot of kids make a beeline for the donut slide or ballistics arena first — exclusive structures you will not find at every indoor play centre in London. From there it is climbing, slides, the jumping pillow, and running off steam in a way your living room couch will never forgive. Parents tell us the thing they notice right away is the sightlines. We designed the space so you can sit in the eating area and still see your kids almost everywhere they go — in the structure, on the jumping pillow, at concession, heading to the bathrooms. You are not playing zone defence across three separate rooms wondering which child you lost track of. We also hear from families with mixed ages that they love not having to choose. Younger littles and older kids can play within the same visual space. We have a small toddler area for the smallest ones, but the main structure is built so parents can walk through the entire space with toddlers who are moving well. If your little one wants to explore with you right beside them, you are not stuck in one corner while big sister disappears into a maze somewhere else. How long do people stay? Plan for at least two hours. Many families are here three hours or more — especially with Unlimited Play Until We Close on online bookings. Kids do not always tap out on a schedule, and rainy days have a way of stretching the afternoon. The concession is part of why people linger. We try to keep food prices reasonable for parents — healthier options alongside the classics: chicken nuggets, chicken strips, fries, pizza, and more. One stop, full afternoon, nobody's melting down in a drive-thru line in the rain. Before you come, two rules that catch people off guard — especially in summer: Socks. Every single person who comes past our admission counter needs socks, regardless of age. Sandals without socks at the door happen a lot when the weather is warm — you cannot enter without socks. Pack socks or plan to pick them up at admission. Waivers. Everyone needs a signed waiver — any age, playing or not playing. Babies, parents, grandparents — if you are coming past the counter, we need a waiver on file. Sign ahead here if you can: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Our First Visit Guide walks through the rest: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/first-visit-guide When is it busy, and when is it quieter? Rainy weekends — especially mid-day — are our peak times. If you want a calmer visit, come first thing in the morning (10:00am to noon) or later in the afternoon (5:00pm until we close). Parking: we have a small lot at 539 First St. You can also use Diamond HVAC parking. On weekends only, Hickey Appliance's lot is available too. If those are full, follow the signs in the neighbourhood — there is additional parking behind our building with a walkway along the north side that brings you back to our front entrance. Full directions: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/parking Rainy days are not the only reason families find us. Birthday parties and camps are big parts of what we do — and they do not shut out drop-in play. If you have a celebration on the horizon, our party packages are here: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario For PA Days, school breaks, and summer weeks when the rain will not quit: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/pa-day-activities-london-ontario and https://www.offthewallkids.ca/summer-camps-london-ontario More year-round family ideas in London: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/things-to-do-with-kids-london-ontario Quick answers we get on rainy days: Do we need a reservation? Walk-ins welcome. Online booking saves money and reserves your spot — nice on busy weekends, not required. What does admission cost? Rates by age (0–23 months, 2–17, additional adults). One adult per child is free. See current prices: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/admission-pricing What are today's hours? Check the Today's Hours bar on our site — usually 10:00am–8:00pm, holidays may differ. Are parties taking over the building? No — drop-in families are always part of the mix. Socks and waivers for everyone? Yes. Both. Every time. Ready to get out of the rain? Grab socks, sign waivers if you can, and come see us. Walk in anytime we are open — or book online to save a bit and hold your spot: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings We will see you on the donut slide.

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  • What Does a Kids Birthday Party Cost in London, Ontario? (What's Actually Included)

    You are not alone if the birthday spreadsheet has three tabs and a headache. "How much does a kids birthday party cost in London Ontario?" is one of the most common searches we see — and one of the most common phone questions after "are you open today?" Parents are not just hunting for the lowest number. They want to know what that number actually buys: play time, room time, food, adults, tax, and the stuff that shows up as a surprise on party day. We host a lot of birthdays at Off The Wall Kids in East London (539 First St, Argyle, near Fanshawe College). This is our straight guide to party budgeting in London — what to compare, what we include, and how our food credit works. Live package pricing always lives on our birthday page so numbers stay accurate: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario What parents are really comparing Headline package price is only one line on the mental budget. Before you book anywhere in London, ask: How long can kids actually play? Is the party room private, and for how long? How many adults are free — and what happens if Grandma and both parents stay? Is food included, fixed, or "credit toward our kitchen"? Is tax added at checkout? Do you pay everything when you book, or a deposit plus balance? Are socks, waivers, or gratuity extra? Different venues answer those differently. A $275 headline can grow once HST, extra adults, and a mandatory gratuity land. Another package at $299 might include twelve free adults and unlimited play in the facility until close. We will not rank every venue in London — that is your Pinterest board, not our blog. We will explain how we price parties so you can compare fairly. Off The Wall Kids party packages (what the price covers) Current tiers — 12 kids, 24 kids, 36 kids, plus private facility rental — are on the birthday page with up-to-date pricing. Every standard package includes: Private party room for 90 minutes on your booked schedule (2 hours for private rental) Unlimited play in the indoor playground until we close — party room access ends when your 90 minutes are up (for example, a 10:00am party uses the room until 11:30am, then guests may keep playing in the facility until we close) Free adult admission per package (12 free adults on the 12-kid package, 24 on the 24-kid package, 36 on the 36-kid package) Food credit for our concession — you choose what to order from our kitchen, not a fixed "you get exactly this menu" box That food credit model is the thing parents ask about most after price. Your package includes a credit (for example, $50 on the 12-kid tier). You order pizza, platters, and more from our kitchen. The credit comes off when you pay the food balance at the end of your party. Order more than the credit covers? You pay the difference on party day. Full party food rules — outside cake, allergies, GF/DF options: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-activities-blog/birthday-party-food-at-off-the-wall-kids-outside-food-cakes-allergies When you pay (and what tax looks like) Book your party date and package through Bookeo: https://bookeo.com/off_the_wall_bookings Package prices on our website are before tax. Bookeo shows the full checkout total including tax before you confirm — always check that number before you pay. Party food is usually pre-ordered. Our coordinator reaches out the week before to confirm. Any food balance beyond your package credit is paid at the end of your party. We accept cash, credit, and debit at the facility. We do not advertise pay-later or Klarna-style plans for parties. If flexible payment matters to you, confirm checkout options on Bookeo when you book. "We only have eight kids — is the twelve-kid package worth it?" Our entry package covers up to twelve kids. There is no separate eight-kid tier. Families with six to eight guests still book it because the package is built around the whole experience: private room for 90 minutes on schedule, unlimited play in the facility until close, twelve free adults, and kitchen food credit. At many venues, smaller guest counts come with tighter adult limits, shorter play windows, or per-adult fees. Here, parents and grandparents in your headcount are not an extra admission line item up to your package limit. If your guest list is truly tiny, a gymnastics or activity studio with an eight-child minimum might fit better. If you want a full indoor playground with room for littles to run and adults to breathe, compare what is included — not just the smallest headline price in the city. Best value vs "cheapest party in London" We will say best value. London has everything from rec-centre room rentals to trampoline parks and museum packages. Some entry prices look lower for eight kids at an activity-specific venue. Full indoor playground parties with private rooms tend to cluster around a few hundred dollars for a dozen kids once you add food and adults. We are not the biggest party venue in Ontario, and we are not trying to win a "cheapest" headline. London families have voted us Best Indoor Playground two years running through community votes — we are grateful for that. Come for the experience, compare packages fairly, and book where the included stuff matches what your family actually needs. What you might also budget for Beyond the package and food balance: Balloons and extras (available at the facility — ask when you book) Outside cake or cupcakes from an inspected bakery — allowed in your booked party room only, with a receipt Socks for anyone past the admission counter (we sell grip socks at the counter if you forget) Guests beyond your package kid or adult limits — ask when you book Weekend slots in London fill fast. About four weeks out, the best Saturday times are often gone. Book early, confirm food the week before, sign waivers online before you arrive: https://www.offthewallkids.ca/waiver Quick party-cost rapid-fire How much? Packages start at $299.99 for up to 12 kids — see the birthday page for all tiers. Tax? Prices before tax; Bookeo shows checkout total before you pay. Food? Package food credit + order from our kitchen; balance at end of party. Eight kids? Entry package is up to 12 — many small crews still book it. Cheapest in London? We say best value — 90 minutes in the party room, unlimited play in the facility until close, free adults, food credit you choose. When to book? Weekends ~4 weeks out for best times; confirm food the week before. Ready to book? https://www.offthewallkids.ca/kids-birthday-parties-london-ontario Questions before you commit? 519-914-0551 or info@offthewallkids.com We will have the party room ready. Your job is to show up, let them run toward the donut slide, and not do math at the counter.

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