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LilyPad Café & Playcenter

Name: LilyPad Café & Playcenter
Address: 1305 Mariners Dr, Warsaw, IN, 46582, US
Telephone: (574) 269-9622

Warsaw, IN

YMCA-based play cafe and staffed playcenter for ages 0-4, with reservations, coffee, and parent work-friendly amenities in Warsaw.

Plan This Visit

Best for

strongest for ages 0-4

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

reserved or walk-in early-childhood play

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A standout for babies through preschoolers, especially if a caregiver wants coffee, Wi-Fi, and a more thoughtfully structured environment than a loud open gym.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

babies, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 0-4
parents who want a calmer space with coffee and Wi-Fi
caregivers who value staff supervision and reservation options

Less Ideal For

older siblings looking for large climbing or bouncing attractions
families who want a fully free-form drop-in setup every time
visitors expecting a traditional trampoline-park energy level

At a Glance

Venue type

Play cafe

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolers

Play features

Pretend playSensory play

Family amenities

Cafe on siteCoffee availableWi-FiFree parking

Visit options

Drop-in visitsReservation required

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Nonprofit

Play model

Timed sessions

Supervision model

Staff-led classes

Max recommended age

Under 5

Inside a larger venue or attraction

Yes

Coworking-friendly lounge

Yes

Drop-off available

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Tuesday8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Wednesday8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Thursday8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Friday8:00 AM-12:00 PM; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

SaturdayClosed

SundayClosed

CafeThe café is operated by The River Coffee.

FormatReserve in advance or walk in if space is available.

SupervisionThe playcenter is staffed, and parents may stay on site or leave to run errands.

Location NoteLocated inside the Parkview Warsaw YMCA

Parent Amenities

Wi FiPrivate office spaces available with a playcenter reservation

Pricing Snapshot

Hourly Rates

YMCA members: $10 per hour per childGuests: $15 per hour per child

Sibling NoteSecond child receives $5 off per hour when booked in person or at walk-in

Time OptionsReservations available for 1 to 4 hours

About the Venue

LilyPad Café & Playcenter is a YMCA-run early-childhood play space inside the Parkview Warsaw YMCA. It combines imaginative play, sensory toys, a café, and parent-friendly work amenities in a more structured format than a typical drop-in playground. The setup is especially attractive for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, and families can reserve play time in advance or walk in if space is available.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitstrongest for ages 0-4

Noise Levellow to moderate

Visit Stylereserved or walk-in early-childhood play

Energy Levellow to medium

Parent Comfortexcellent for caregivers who want coffee, Wi-Fi, and workspace

Booking Frictionmoderate because capacity and reservation timing matter

Accessibility & Comfort

Mobility NotesCall ahead for specific accessibility questions inside the YMCA facility.

Published Details

Staff-supervised playcenterSensory toysCalmer early-childhood setup

Caregiver FlexibilityParents are allowed to leave while children are in the staffed playcenter.

Gallery

Pretend-play stations and seating inside LilyPad Café & Playcenter. — The space is designed for very young children and their caregivers.

Soft play and activity stations at LilyPad Café & Playcenter in Warsaw. — A calm, early-childhood environment rather than a big-kid play gym.

Family seating and play zones inside LilyPad Café & Playcenter. — Parents can stay nearby or use work-friendly amenities while children play.

External Links

Website Directions

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