Kids Zone and Kids Care @ The Playful Pop Up
There are activities for families to enjoy together and an optional supervised Kids Care program for hands‑free shopping.
Keep reading to learn how it all works and find the details below.
Kids Zone is the playful heart of the market
Big fun for little people — and a breather for grown‑ups.
What is the Playful Pop Up and why do families love it so much? Because its a place for the whole family to eat, play, shop and make a whole lot of memories!
🎠 Kids Zone
Kids Zone is a dedicated area designed just for kids (and their parents), filled with (free + paid) creative play, crafts, games, and fun experiences that help families truly enjoy their time at the market. Kids zone is for the whole family!
Parents are welcome to explore alongside their kids, or take advantage of optional Kids Care, our supervised play program that gives grown‑ups time to browse while kids stay happily engaged.
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Kids Zone: Free + paid activities parents enjoy with their kids. Located around the perimeter of Kids Care.
Kids Care: Supervised play inside the fenced center (drop‑off or stay & play)
Kids Care is: fenced, secure, structured, and access‑controlled.
Kids Zone: is open to all market guests but it is designed for kids and their families.
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You don’t need to register or sign up for Kids Zone. Only for the Kids Care program.
You should check in and register if your child is participating in Kids Care, inside the Kids Zone Area.
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Fun, creativity, and kid‑magic — for families to play. No registration or drop‑off required.
✨ What is Kids Zone?
Kids Zone is a kid‑focused area run by The Playful Pop Up, located in the center of the market. It’s designed to give kids fun, engaging things to do while parents explore, shop, and enjoy the market together.
Kids are welcome throughout the entire market, but Kids Zone offers extra magic just for them.
🧒 Do parents stay with their kids in Kids Zone?
Yes!
Kids Zone is not drop‑off care.(See Kids Care for drop-offs)
Parents stay with their kids and are welcome to participate in activities alongside them.
🎨 What kinds of activities are in Kids Zone?
Kids Zone includes a mix of free and paid activities, which may vary by weekend and theme.
You’ll find things like:
✅ Free crafts, games, and hands‑on activities
✅ Paid specialty crafts and gift‑making booths
✅ Face painting, balloons, reading time
✅ Character visits (Disney, superheroes, seasonal fun)
✅ Holiday‑themed experiences
🎁 What are the specialty gift & craft booths?
For special holidays (like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Grandparents Day), Kids Zone will feature extra‑special gift‑making booths.
Kids may:
Create keepsake handprint and fingerprint plaques
Design charm bracelets or floral keepsakes for Mom and Grandmom
Make a card or companion craft
Leave with a ready‑to‑gift item (unless the paint isn’t dry)
Some of these booths are free, and some are paid — pricing is posted clearly at each station.
📌 These booths are inside Kids Zone but outside Kids Care.
💵 Do all Kids Zone activities cost money?
Nope!
We intentionally offer plenty of free activities, along with optional paid experiences for families who want something extra special.There is no requirement to pay in order to enjoy Kids Zone.
📍 Are vendor booths located in Kids Zone?
No.
There are no vendor booths inside Kids Zone. This separation helps keep kids safe, activities organized, and traffic flowing smoothly. All booths in Kids Zone are provided and staffed by The Playful Pop Up.⏰ What are Kids Zone hours?
Kids Zone is open during the same hours as the market, rain or shine.
🌧️ What happens if it rains?
Kids Zone operates rain or shine, but activities may shift, pause, or change if weather becomes unsafe. Safety always comes first.
📌 Where can I learn more?
Details for specific activities and pricing are posted onsite and online.
If you’re looking for supervised drop‑off care, check out Kids Care at Kids Zone below.⏰ What are Kids Zone hours?
Kids Zone is open during the same hours as the market, rain or shine.
🌧️ What happens if it rains?
Kids Zone operates rain or shine, but activities may shift, pause, or change if weather becomes unsafe. Safety always comes first.
📌 Where can I learn more?
Details for specific activities and pricing are posted onsite and online.
If you’re looking for supervised drop‑off care, check out Kids Care at Kids Zone below.
🧒Kids Care at Kids Zone
Kids Care is our optional, supervised play program designed to give parents a little breathing room while their kids have a great time. Located within Kids Zone, Kids Care offers structured, engaging play in a safe, well‑organized environment so grown‑ups can browse the market, shop hands‑free, or enjoy a few uninterrupted moments.
Children are actively supervised by trained Kids Care team members and participate in age‑appropriate activities during set sessions. Parents can choose to stay and play, or drop off their child and return at the end of the session — whatever works best for their family.
✨ It’s all about creating a relaxed, enjoyable market experience for the whole family.
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Kids Care — Stay and Play Option
Stay & Play with Your Child inside the Kid Care Play Area:
1 × 30 minute stay and play session (adult is free) $15 per child, buy 2 save $5, buy 3 save $15
Parent stays inside Kids Care and participates with their child instead of dropping them off for Kid Care.
All safety and security rules still apply
Stay and Play parents and children will follow the same check in and out procedures and safety checks as Drop-off care to ensure everyone’s safety.
Parent permission and waivers are still required.
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A choose your own adventure for Adults: hands‑free shopping or 30 glorious minutes all to yourself down at food truck row.
Kids Care at Kids Zone offers supervised 30‑minute play sessions so parents can shop, browse, snack, or relax.
💵 Pricing (30‑Minute Sessions)
Drop‑Off Kids Care:
1 × 30 minute drop off session $25 per child, buy 2 save $5, buy 3 save $15
You may split a package between siblings/friends or use the discounted rate all for one child. **Please remember back bookings are not allowed for the same child. You must check out your child for at least 30 minutes between sessions.
👧 Who Can Participate?
Ages: 3–10
Must be potty trained
🎨 What’s Included?
Inflatables
Crafts & games
Happy, engaged playtime
Supervision by trained Kids Zone staff
⏰ Session Details
30 minutes per session
Sessions begin after check‑in and bathroom time
Start times are rounded in your favor
Pick‑up time is exact
Waiting in line to check out does not count as late
Kids may not attend back‑to‑back sessions
🔐 Safety & Security
For everyone’s safety:
Wristbands with matching parent codes are required
Strict check‑in and check‑out procedures are enforced
Parents and children may not freely come and go
No parent may leave with a child until they have completed the safety check out with our check out staff.
📍 Location
Inside Kids Zone, at the fenced Kids Care area
Easy drop‑off, secure pick‑up
📝 A Quick Note for Grown‑Ups
Only a legal parent or guardian may sign the waiver
If you’re not the legal guardian, please bring a signed and dated waiver from the child’s parent/guardian
Forms are available on this webpage.
Children without a completed waiver cannot participate — thank you for helping us keep everyone safe 💛
📌 Spots are limited — check availability at the Kids Care tent.
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Head to the Kids Care check‑in desk right in the heart of the market! — you truly can’t miss it. Look for the big inflatables, lots of laughter, and all the fun.Kids Care is the fenced in area inside of the Kids Zone area.
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Kids Care Guidelines for KIDS!
THE PLAYFUL POP UP — KIDS CARE RULES
⭐ Kids Rules
Stay inside the fence until a staff member has confirmed your grown-up’s wrist band matches yours and has cut off and removed your wrist bands.
Listen to the Kids Zone staff — they’re here to help you.
Be kind: no hitting, pushing, teasing, or yelling.
Share and take turns with toys and activities.
Keep food and drinks outside the play area.
Use walking feet and play safely.
Keep hands off fences and equipment unless staff says it’s okay.
Have fun and use your imagination! 🎨✨
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Kids Care — Parent Quick Read
Where fun is magical, safety is serious, and your child’s joy comes first.
✅ Before Your Child Plays
A parent permission & waiver form is required
Only a legal parent or guardian may sign
If you’re not the legal guardian, bring a signed waiver from the parent
Kids without a completed waiver cannot participate
👨👩👧 Check‑In & Check‑Out
Children must be checked in and out by the same adult
Security wristbands are issued to both adult and child
Wristbands are verified and removed at checkout
Children may not enter or leave Kids Care without their adult
🚻 Bathroom Rules (Very Important)
Please take your child to the bathroom before play begins
A Kids Care‑only portapotty is located inside the fenced area
Staff cannot accompany children into the bathroom
If your child needs to go:
You’ll be texted/called
You must return within 5 minutes
A $25 no‑show potty fee applies if you do not return
📱 Stay On‑Site & Reachable
You must remain on market property during playtime
No errands or leaving the grounds
Your phone must be on and answered immediately
Late returns may incur a $5 per minute fee
⏰ Session Timing
Sessions are 30 minutes
Start time is rounded in your favor
Pick‑up time is exact
Waiting in the checkout line does not count as late
🧸 Behavior Expectations
To keep Kids Care joyful:
Be kind, share, and take turns
Follow staff instructions
No fighting, bullying, or rude behavior
No climbing fences or damaging equipment
Children may not leave the area until approved checkout
🍭 Food & Drinks
No food or drinks inside Kids Care (allergies)
Water is provided at the staff table
Finish snacks before entering
🌦️ Weather & Health
Kids Care runs rain or shine
May close immediately for unsafe weather
You must return within 5 minutes if contacted
Children must be fever‑free for 24 hours
If a child becomes ill, parents will be contacted immediately
💛 Our Promise
We promise to:
Keep Kids Care safe, structured, and joyful
Treat your child with kindness and respect
Communicate promptly if your child needs you
✨ Thank You
Thank you for helping us keep Kids Care safe, smooth, and magical for everyone!
📌 Full rules and FAQs are available on our website.
*** If you’re looking for information for the Kids Zone (open kids and family play area), see our main Kids Zone page and look for Kids Zone FAQs and more.
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Kids Care at Kids Zone is a choose‑your‑own‑adventure for families.
Shop hands‑free while we keep the fun going — or stay and play right alongside your kiddos.✨ What is Kids Care?
Kids Care is a supervised child care program located inside the fenced center of Kids Zone.
Kids enjoy safe, engaging play with trained staff while parents shop — or parents may choose to stay and play.🧭 Kids Zone vs. Kids Care
Kids Zone: Free + paid activities parents enjoy with their kids
Kids Care: Supervised play inside the fenced center (drop‑off or stay & play)
Kids Care is fenced, secure, structured, and access‑controlled.
🔐 Who Can Enter Kids Care?
Only:
✅ Registered children
✅ Their parent or guardian
✅ Kids Zone staff
(No siblings, friends, or pass‑through traffic.)
⏰ Sessions & Timing
30‑minute sessions
No back‑to‑back sessions
Sessions begin after check‑in and bathroom time
Start time is rounded in your favor
Pick‑up time is exact
✅ Waiting in the checkout line does not count as late
⏱️ Late arrival (not in line): $5 per minute💵 Pricing
$25 per child — Drop‑off care
$15 per child — Stay & Play with your child
Sibling discounts available
🚻 Bathroom & 5‑Minute Rule
Kids must potty before sessions
Staff cannot accompany children into bathrooms
Parents are texted/called if needed
Parents must return within 5 minutes
$25 no‑show potty fee if parent does not return
(The entire market can be crossed in under 5 minutes.)
🌦️ Weather & Safety
Operates rain or shine
May close immediately for lightning or unsafe conditions
Parents must return within 5 minutes if contacted
Security includes wristbands, matching parent codes, strict check‑in/out, and missing‑child protocols.
📌 Learn More
Full rules and FAQs are available on the website under the Kids Zone tab.
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Only a legal guardian can sign.
Parents and legal guardians must complete the parent permission and waiver form before their child will be allowed to play. This will be completed at check-in for parents who are present.
Need a waiver for another parent?
Download a form from this page of the website for each child. Have their parent/legal guardian complete the form and bring it with you to Kid Care check-in.We can’t wait to welcome your kiddos—let the fun begin!
Unfortunately, kids who don’t have these forms won’t be able to play.
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THE PLAYFUL POP UP — KIDS CARE RULES FOR PARENTS
Where fun is magical, safety is serious, and your child’s joy is our top priority.
⭐ Welcome to Kids CARE inside Kids Zone at The Playful Pop Up!
We’re thrilled your child is here to play, explore, and enjoy 30 minutes of magical fun. To keep Kids Care safe, smooth, and joyful for everyone, please review and follow these rules.
👨👩👧 1. Parent Permission to Play
Parents and legal guardians must complete the parent permission and waiver form before their child will be allowed to play. If you are not a child’s legal guardian, you may download the form below and have the child’s legal guardian sign and date the form. You’ll need to bring that form with you to check in. Unfortunately, kids who don’t have these forms won’t be able to play.
👨👩👧 2. Check‑In & Check‑Out
Children must be registered, checked in, and checked out by an adult.
The same adult must check the child in and out.
Security wristbands are issued to both adult and child and must match at pickup.
Our check out staff will confirm your wristbands at checkout and then remove both the adult and child’s wristband. We will retain all wristbands for our daily closing audit.
Children may not enter or leave Kids Care without their adult and no one will be allowed in or out of Kids Care without staff approval and check in and check out protocols.
🧸3. Potty Procedures
We have a dedicated Kids Care porta‑potty located inside the fenced area, right beside check‑in. Only registered Kids Care kids; their parents and staff are allowed to use and access this porta-potty.
Before you leave your child, please take them to the bathroom. This helps most kids get through their 30‑minute session without needing to go again.
If your child needs to go during their session:
We will call you immediately.
You must return within 5 minutes to take them.
Staff will not accompany children inside the porta‑potty.
If you do not return when texted/called, a $25 No‑Show Potty Fee will be added at pickup.
📱 4. You Must Stay On‑Site
For the full 30‑minute session, you must remain on the market property.
This means:
No trips to the overflow parking lot
No crossing the street to the gas station
No errands
No “just running to the car real fast”
If you must leave due to an emergency, you must check your child out first.
📞5. Phone Must Be On & Answered Immediately
If we text or call you, it’s because your child needs you.
You must:
Answer on the first attempt
Arrive at Kids Care within 5 minutes
Late arrivals may incur a $5‑per‑minute late fee.
⏰ 6. Strict Pickup Times
Your child’s 30‑minute session begins after check‑in and bathroom time. We round the start time in your favor, but pickup time is exact.
Example:
Check‑in at 2:31 → session runs 2:35–3:05
Check‑in at 2:36 → session runs 2:40–3:10
Late pickups may incur a $5‑per‑minute fee. Staff may use discretion for honest mistakes.
🧒 7. Behavior Expectations
To keep Kids Care magical for everyone, children must follow these rules:
No fighting, bullying, teasing, or rude behavior
No ignoring staff instructions
No cutting lines
No hogging toys or activities
No climbing or touching the fence
No destruction of toys, inflatables, or equipment
No leaving the fenced area until a parent arrives and staff approves checkout
If needed, staff may use brief 2 minute time‑outs
🍭 8. No Food or Drinks Inside Kids Care
We want to avoid sticky hands, spills, and snack‑related chaos (and allergic reactions)
We do provide a water station — kids must drink it at the staff table.
If your child has treats, they must finish them before entering Kids Care.
🌧️ 9. Weather Policy
We are a rain‑or‑shine market — but safety always comes first.
Light Rain
Kids may keep playing. We’ll keep everyone safe and happy under tents or umbrellas.
Heavy Rain, Lightning, Unsafe Heat, or Severe Weather
Kids Care closes immediately.
If we must shut down due to unsafe conditions, you must return to Kids Care right away — within 5 minutes of our call — to pick up your child.
Refunds / Rain Checks
If your child has played less than 15 minutes, you’ll receive a rain check for a future Kids Care session.
If they have less than 15 minutes left, you’ll receive a 20% discount on a future session.
If your child has played more than 15 minutes, the session is considered complete.
Optional Parent Pickup During Light Rain
If it’s just a light rain and you prefer your child not play in the rain, you may pick them up early — but there are no refunds or rainchecks for unused time unless Kids Care officially closes.
🤒 10. Sick Kid Policy
To keep everyone healthy:
Children must be fever‑free for 24 hours
If your child becomes ill during play, we will call you immediately
You must return within 5 minutes
👟 11. Clothing & Safety Requirements
Closed‑toe shoes required
Sunscreen recommended
Weather‑appropriate clothing
Water‑play days will be announced in advance
If you don’t want your child getting wet, please avoid checking them in during water‑play sessions.
🧾 12. What You Can Expect From Us
We promise to:
Keep Kids Care safe, structured, and joyful
Treat your child with kindness, respect, and care
Address unsafe or unkind behavior immediately
Communicate promptly if your child needs you
💛 13. What We Expect From You
Respect for staff
Kindness toward other families
Prompt responses to calls
Following all safety rules
Honest communication
✨ Thank you for helping us keep the Kids Care safe and magical!
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Kids Care at Kids Zone is a choose‑your‑own‑adventure for families.
Shop hands‑free while we keep the fun going — or stay and play right alongside your kiddos.✨ What is Kids Care at Kids Zone?
Kids Care at Kids Zone is a supervised child care program located inside the fenced center of Kids Zone.
This is where kids can play safely with trained staff while parents shop hands‑free.
🧭 How is Kids Care different from Kids Zone?
Kids Zone = activities parents enjoy with their kids
Kids Care = supervised drop‑off care or playtime you can enjoy with your kids.
Kids Care is part of Kids Zone, but it is:
Fenced
Secure
Structured
Access‑controlled
🔐 Who is allowed inside Kids Care?
Only:
✅ Registered children
✅ Their parents/guardians
✅ Kids Zone staff
No siblings, friends, or pass‑through traffic are allowed inside.
⏰ How long are Kids Care sessions?
Sessions are 30 minutes
Kids cannot attend back‑to‑back sessions
This rule exists mainly for bathroom safety and child comfort.
⏰ How Do 30‑Minute Sessions Start and End?
Kids Care sessions are 30 minutes long, and we follow a clear, fair timing system designed to keep things running smoothly for everyone.
Here’s how it works:
Your child’s 30‑minute session begins after check‑in and bathroom time
We round the start time in your favor to allow for a calm transition
Pick‑up time is exact, but with one important exception noted below
Examples:
Check‑in at 2:31 → session runs 2:35–3:05
Check‑in at 2:36 → session runs 2:40–3:10
This approach ensures kids are settled before play begins and that all families receive a fair, consistent experience.
⏱️ What If I’m Running a Little Late?
We understand that life (and markets!) can be unpredictable.
If you are already in line waiting to check your child out, you are not considered late.
Being physically present and waiting your turn counts as being on time.Late fees only apply if:
You arrive after your scheduled pickup time and
You are not already in the checkout line
Late pickups may incur a $5 per minute fee
Staff may use discretion for honest mistakes or unavoidable delays
Repeated late pickups may affect future participation
If you receive a text or call from Kids Care, please head back promptly — the market can be crossed in under 5 minutes.
💛 Why This Policy Exists
This timing system helps us:
Keep kids safe and supervised
Avoid bathroom emergencies
Respect time slots for other families
Protect staff from awkward or unsafe situations
Keep the experience calm, fair, and joyful for everyone
We promise to be reasonable, kind, and human — and we appreciate the same in return.
💵 How much does Kids Care cost?
$25 per child for drop‑off care
Sibling discounts are available
$15 per child if a parent stays and plays with their child
Pricing helps cover staff, equipment, games, inflatables, insurance, and safety protocols.
👉 Full pricing details are available on the website under Kids Care.
🚻 What is the bathroom policy?
Bathroom safety is taken very seriously.
Kids must use the bathroom before their session begins
A designated portapotty inside Kids Zone is available
Kids Zone staff are strictly prohibited from accompanying children into the bathroom
If a child needs to go during their session:
Parents are texted and called immediately
Parents must return within 5 minutes
If they do not, a $25 no‑show potty fee applies
⏱️ What is the 5‑minute rule?
If Kids Care contacts you — for bathroom needs, illness, or weather‑related closure — you must return within 5 minutes.
The market can be crossed in under 5 minutes, and this rule helps keep kids and staff safe.
🌦️ What happens during bad weather?
Kids Care operates rain or shine, but may close immediately for:
Lightning
Extreme heat
Unsafe conditions
Parents will be contacted and must return within 5 minutes.
🔐 How is Kids Care kept secure?
Kids Care uses:
Wristbands with matching parent codes
Strict check‑in and check‑out
Controlled entry and exit
Clear missing‑child protocols
These systems are in place to protect children and give parents peace of mind.
🧑🏫 Who supervises Kids Care?
All Kids Zone staff are:
Background checked
Carefully selected
Focused on early childhood development
Primarily teacher‑track or education‑focused young women
Safety and kindness are top priorities.
📌 Where can I read all the rules?
Full parent guidelines, rules, and FAQs are available on the website under:
the Kids Zone tab.