Let's Play! at Prieto Community Center
Evanston, IL
City-run Evanston drop-in play room for ages 1-7 with a sensory room, budget-friendly admission, and advance reservations.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best for younger kids who do better in a smaller community playroom than in a giant commercial play space.
Good fit
- Toddlers and preschoolers who enjoy smaller-scale play environments
- Families looking for a budget-friendly indoor option
- Kids who benefit from access to a nearby sensory room
Consider another option if
- Older kids looking for big climbing or jumping attractions
- Families who prefer totally spontaneous visits without reservations
- Visitors expecting café service or birthday-party amenities
Know Before You Go
- Reservations
- Daily visits can be reserved up to 7 days in advance.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Sensory play
- Toddler area
- Pretend play
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- reserved community playroom visit
Read more about this location
Let's Play! at Prieto Community Center is a city-run indoor play room designed for younger children and their caregivers. The program offers a smaller-scale community play setting with an attached sensory room, daily reservations, discounted multi-pass options, and a lower-cost alternative to large commercial indoor playgrounds.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 1 | Free |
| First Child | $10 |
| Each Additional Child | $7 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
A dedicated sensory room is attached to the playroom to support sensory regulation.
Features
Attached sensory room
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
430 Asbury Ave.
Evanston, IL, 60202
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 9, 2026 against 1 public source
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- City of Evanston Prieto drop-in play pagecityofevanston.org
Checked: address, phone, facility hours, reservation model, pricing, age range
What changed
April 9, 2026
Added the Prieto address and verified reservation, pricing, and sensory-room details from the City of Evanston page.
