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Pretend-play nook with a toy kitchen inside The Play Group in Saint Louis Park.
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The Play Group

Saint Louis Park, MN

Boutique Saint Louis Park play studio for babies, toddlers, and caregivers with open play, classes, and party rentals in a polished small-format space.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Excellent for under-5 families and especially strong for babies and toddlers.

Hours

Open seven days a week, but the exact schedule varies by open play, classes, events, and private rentals.

Visit style

Reservation-friendly boutique studio visit.

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A boutique baby-and-toddler studio that feels more curated and calmer than a traditional big indoor playground.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Babies, wobblers, toddlers, and preschoolers with caregivers
  • Parents who prefer classes and structured drop-in options over giant equipment
  • Families looking for a polished birthday or special-event setting for younger kids
Less Ideal For
  • Big kids who want climbing intensity or trampoline-style play
  • Families expecting a huge open-play warehouse
  • Caregivers looking for a fully drop-in schedule without reservations

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolers

Play features

Toddler areaSensory playPretend playSoft play

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesPrivate party roomParty packages

Visit options

Open playMembership availableReservation requiredClasses or events

Price range

Premium

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Operator type

Commercial

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Mixed model

Max recommended age

Under 5

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Hours vary due to private events

Yes

Plan Your Visit

FormatExpect a smaller-format, caregiver-participation play studio rather than a large free-for-all playground.
Hours SummaryOpen seven days a week, but the exact schedule varies by open play, classes, events, and private rentals.
Reservation NotesReservations are part of the studio's standard flow, especially for classes and some open-play sessions.

Pricing Snapshot

ClassesMost classes are about $25, with an additional-child fee on the official booking page.
Open PlayOpen play is about $15 for the first child and $5 for each additional child.
Packages
5-visit individual open-play pack: about $605-visit family open-play pack: about $80
Memberships
Flexible single-child membership starts around $55 per monthFamily membership options and unlimited plans are also published

About the Venue

The Play Group is a boutique play studio in Saint Louis Park built around babies, toddlers, and the grownups who come with them. Instead of a giant climbing structure, families will find a cleaner-lined, calmer-feeling environment that blends open play, age-based classes, special events, and private parties, making it especially appealing for families with very young children who want a more curated indoor outing.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitExcellent for under-5 families and especially strong for babies and toddlers.
Noise LevelLow To Medium
Visit StyleReservation-friendly boutique studio visit.
Energy LevelLow To Medium
Parent ComfortHigh for caregivers who value a clean, well-designed small-format space.
Booking Frictionmedium

Birthday Party Snapshot

Best FitWorks especially well for first through fourth birthday celebrations and smaller family gatherings.
Party StylePrivate party rentals in a boutique baby-and-toddler-focused studio.
Timing NotesWeekend private rentals are part of the venue's standard offering.

Accessibility & Comfort

Age And LayoutThe environment is designed around babies and young children, with a lower-intensity format than bigger play centers.
Sensory NotesThe studio tends to read calmer and more controlled than high-noise arcade or trampoline venues.
Caregiver ModelCaregiver participation is central to the visit experience.

Gallery

Young child doing a sensory-style class activity at The Play Group.
Classes and guided activities are part of the studio's appeal.

External Links

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Quick Summary

Best for

Excellent for under-5 families and especially strong for babies and toddlers.

Hours

Open seven days a week, but the exact schedule varies by open play, classes, events, and private rentals.

Visit style

Reservation-friendly boutique studio visit.

Birthday parties

Available

Contact Information

Address

5630 W 36th Street

Saint Louis Park, MN, 55416

Location
MinnesotaTwin CitiesSaint Louis Park, MN
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 9, 2026

Checked against 4 public sources.

Reviewed as

Business website and booking-flow review

What Changed

April 9, 2026

Added verified address, booking and pricing guidance, and updated image and editorial positioning from official studio pages.

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