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Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore)
4.9 ★★★★★ 626 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Staten Island, New York
Indoor center offering various activities and playground equipment for kids, plus arcades and ball pits.
Plan your visit
- Admission around $30 — prices change and often vary by age or day, so check with the venue
- Grip socks bring grip socks — the venue and reviewers mention they're required for play
- Online waiver sign it before you go to skip the front-desk line
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 718-967-8000
- Website justkiddingplayground.com
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–7 pm |
What parents highlight
“The place was spotless, with associates constantly cleaning up to ensure everything was in tip-top shape, which gave us peace of mind, especially with little ones running around.”
“The place was spotless, with associates constantly cleaning up to ensure everything was in tip-top shape, which gave us peace of mind, especially with little ones running around.”
“We recently celebrated my son’s birthday party at Just Kidding Playground South Shore, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish.”
“It looks pretty much the same as the first day that it opened and the staff is super friendly.”
“They have great packages great prices and just a little tip.”
What parents say
We absolutely love Just kidding!! It’s the perfect place for kids to run, climb, and explore in a safe and fun environment. The play structures are well-designed, offering plenty of slides, tunnels, and obstacle courses that keep children entertained for hours.
I love this place so much, and my kids were crying didn’t want to leave the place. This place is so clean and safe. They have the gates that only can be open with QR code , and only the adult can have the QR code . This place is much bigger that the ones I went to on Staten Island.
Very nice place for kids. As an adult it wasn't a place for me. But my kids had blast, so I guess that's all that matters. Some of the activities were out of order so that was a little disappointing. The up keep could be better. The cleanliness was solid. There's always staff cleaning the place.
The playground itself is fantastic. It is immaculately clean and well-maintained, which is always a top priority for me when it comes to places where my children play. The variety of activities available kept my kids entertained for hours.
Birthday parties at Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore)
Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore) hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular playgrounds.
Bringing a toddler?
Reviews and the venue's own info mention a dedicated toddler area or toddler times at Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore) — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
Sensory-friendly play
Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore) is mentioned for sensory-friendly sessions — typically quieter play times with lights and music turned down. Schedules for these change, so call ahead to confirm the next session before you go.
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