Colorful indoor play area at Kids Empire Auburn Hills.
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Kids Empire Auburn Hills

Auburn Hills, MI

Large all-day indoor playground at Great Lakes Crossing with mixed-age play, re-entry, parties, and late daily hours.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through upper elementary, especially sibling groups.

Hours

Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM and Friday-Sunday 10:00 AM-10:00 PM.

Visit style

Flexible mall-based indoor play stop

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A practical choice for families who want a full-energy indoor play break without giving up the convenience of a mall location.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Mall-and-play combo outings
  • Mixed-age siblings
  • Families who want same-day re-entry flexibility
Less Ideal For
  • Families seeking a quiet visit
  • Parents who want a tiny toddler-only room
  • Visitors looking for attraction extras like arcade or bumper cars

At a Glance

Venue type

Indoor playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Toddler areaSoft playClimbing structureSlidesBall pitClimbing wall

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesParty packagesParty host

Accessibility and comfort

Socks required

Visit options

Open playDrop-in visits

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Operator type

Commercial

Play model

Full-day open play

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Inside a larger venue or attraction

Yes

Inside mall or shopping center

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Notes
Admission is valid all day with same-day re-entry.Socks are required for everyone.Located inside Great Lakes Crossing Outlets near Entry 8.
Visit StyleBig indoor play outing with mall convenience.
Hours SummaryMonday-Thursday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM and Friday-Sunday 10:00 AM-10:00 PM.

Pricing Snapshot

SocksKids Empire socks are available for $3 if needed.
AdultsTwo adults are free per paid child; additional adults are $5 each.
Infants0-11 months old are free with a paid sibling.
Punch Card10 admissions for $159.
Child Admission$19.90 for ages 1-17.

About the Venue

Kids Empire Auburn Hills is a large-format indoor playground inside Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, making it an easy add-on to a mall outing or a stand-alone indoor play stop. The space follows the Kids Empire model with all-day admission, same-day re-entry, multilevel active play, toddler-friendly areas, and birthday parties. It is especially useful for families who want a flexible, weather-proof play option with evening hours.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through upper elementary, especially sibling groups.
Noise Levelhigh
Visit StyleFlexible mall-based indoor play stop
Energy Levelhigh
Parent ComfortModerate High
Booking Frictionlow

Birthday Party Snapshot

Notes
Waivers are required.Check current package availability and time slots on the official park page.
Deposit$150 deposit required.
What Is Included
Reserved seating for 2.5 hoursParty hostDance party with HuggyDrinks and small goodies

Accessibility & Comfort

Specifics
Indoor mall location can be convenient for weather, parking, and restroom access.Socks are required for all guests.Call ahead for detailed mobility, restroom, or sensory-accommodation questions.
Socks required

Gallery

Indoor play equipment at Kids Empire Auburn Hills.
Large-format play area inside the Great Lakes Crossing location.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through upper elementary, especially sibling groups.

Hours

Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM and Friday-Sunday 10:00 AM-10:00 PM.

Visit style

Flexible mall-based indoor play stop

Birthday parties

Available

Contact Information

Address

4688 Baldwin Road Space A904

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, near Entry 8

Auburn Hills, MI, 48326

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 9, 2026

Checked against 4 public sources.

Reviewed as

Business website and public-source review

What Changed

April 9, 2026

Added exact mall location details, verified pricing, and an Auburn Hills venue image.

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