Kidplex is a modern open play space filled with interactive, imaginative, and physical activities suitable for children 12 and under. Located at the San Ramon City Center Bishop Ranch, Kidplex is a fun-filled location where kids can burn off extra energy and engage in interactive play.
Kidplex features a mid-sized play space of approximately 3,500 square feet. Each section of the play space is designed with intention. We were impressed by the many play options they have without making the space feel cramped. All the spaces were also well organized and clean. Kidplex’s activities include:
- Ball pits: several ball pits — one with air-suction tubing, another with a ball cannon, and a smaller ball pit in the infant area.
- Movement activities: a fun slide with interactive projection images, “tea-cup” spinners, and ride-along vehicles.
- Imaginative play activities: play doctor station, grocery center, diner cart, and ice cream truck.
- Dramatic play area:Â armoire filled with play clothes.
- Tabletop activities:Â stacking block table and digital coloring station.
- Infant space: padded floors, infant ball pit, climbing center, magnetic board with magnets and gears.
I visited with my 1-year-old and 7-year-old on a rainy day and we spent 2 fun-filled hours at the play center. My 1-year old was obsessed with the pretend play area — particularly with stocking the pretend kitchen, pushing around the shopping cart for supplies, and serving items at the “Kidplex diner.”
The ball pit with the air suctioning piping and spaceship ball drop was a big hit with both kids and the adults.
It’s rare to find a spot that entertains both of my children because of their age differences. I was worried that my 7-year-old would be bored, but she loved the larger ball pit with the ball cannons where she could shoot at an interactive gaming wall. A large metal slide that comes down from the ball pit area was also a house favorite.
She equally enjoyed the digital coloring station that brought her drawings to life on a projection on the wall.
We can’t wait to go back! We only wish they had operating hours earlier in the day so we have more play time before nap time.Â
Based on the location of this play space, it can be an all-day affair. You’ll find plenty of shopping, eating, and drinking (coffee!) opportunities to check out with the family. There’s also a central courtyard with Adirondack chairs and large foam construction blocks for children to play.
Plan your visit to Kidpex in San Ramon
Admission: $18 / child for 1 hour; $28 / child for 2 hours; $34 for a day pass with re-entry. The first adult is free. Additional adults are $4.
Additional child: $14 / child for 1 hour; $24 / second child for 2 hours; $30 for a day pass with re-entry. Infants under 12 months old with a paid child are free.
A monthly pass is $140 per child (+ 2 Adults) and $100 for additional children. Monthly memberships include 2-hour admission Monday – Friday and 1 buddy pass per month.
Location: City Center Bishop Ranch: 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, Suite 2604 (on the second floor), San Ramon CA replacing the former Playstar center
Hours: Mon-Fri 10 am to 4 pm; Sat-Sun 10 am to 5 pm
For more information or to learn about private party rentals:Â Website >
Things to know before you go to Kidplex:
- Waivers for parents and kids are required. Save time by filling them out online (linked on their website). Waivers are valid for 1 year.
- Grip socks are required for kids (available for purchase for $2 /pair if you forget); adults must wear socks, but they don’t need to be grip socks.
- No shoes are allowed within the play space.
- Lockers are available to place your belongings. You’ll receive a rubber wristband with a key to your locker.
- Bathrooms include baby changing tables and rubber slippers to borrow so you don’t get your socks dirty.
- There are a few round adult tables to sit on near the center of the play area.
- Music Together classes are held right next door; more info here >.Â
