As summer heats up, a new, locally-owned indoor playground, Down to Play, is opening in Dallas.
Owned by Dallas residents Joel and Kelsey Doolen, the new space is looking to attract children from babies to elementary-school ages. The playground features different areas by age group and different age-appropriate elements from a ball pit to a zipline.
As parents to a daughter with Down syndrome, the Doolens have also ensured the playground is inclusive for children with special needs.
“It’s very important to us to create a place where typical as well as special needs kids can play alongside each other in a kind and inclusive environment,” Kelsey Doolen said in a Tuesday press release.
Down to Play is open seven days a week with open play available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at $19.99 per child. The space will have WiFi as well as coffee and snacks available for parents looking to get some work done while their kids have fun.
There is also a party space available for reservations, with prices starting at $375.
“We created this with our own kids in mind and cannot wait to share it with everyone — family friends and new friends alike — who plan to come,” Kelsey said in the release.
Down to Play is located in the Medallion Center at 6464 E. Northwest Hwy., Suite 138, Dallas. downtoplay.com.
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