Play Dates Academy Reviews - What Goldsboro Families Say
Goldsboro's Largest Play-Plex Indoor Playground
4.9 out of 5 · 162+ Google Reviews · Goldsboro's Largest Play-Plex Indoor Playground
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Real stories from the families who play, party, and grow with us every week.
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5-Star Reviews From Goldsboro Families
WHAT GOLDSBORO FAMILIES ARE SAYING
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Kay S. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Extremely clean and safe place for your kids. I'm 35 and the things in this place meant to soothe kids helped soothe me as well.”
Sensory Play
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Emily G. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“We had a great time! So much to do - can keep kids entertained for hours. Everything was so clean and tidy. Enough to do for all ages of kids! Indoor, air conditioned playground in the middle of summer? Yes please!”
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Alyssa P. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“5 stars! Hands down, best indoor play place we have been to. Super friendly and helpful staff, plenty of things to keep the kids (and adults) entertained. We will be coming back!”
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Bonnie H. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Great place for my granddaughter's birthday party! Shonna is the best hostess! She is very attentive, nice, and great with the adults and kids! Highly recommend this place!”
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Alexandra S. | May 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Amazing host for my son's 5th birthday! Such an amazing environment - clean and staff are super friendly. Appreciative of this venue and service.”
Birthday Party
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Shamesha G. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Amazing experience - my son hates to leave. We visit every time we are in town. We will be back!”
Family Play
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Maggey T. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Came with our church group field trip and it was excellent!! Highly recommend for groups.”
Groups & Field Trips
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Tesha S. | June 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“This place was amazing for our sensory kiddos.”
Sensory Play
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Jerrod R. | May 2026 | Google Review
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★★★★★
“Our son absolutely loves Play Dates Academy. The staff is always very kind and there is a lot of fun to be had for little ones and adults. Very much recommended.”
Family Play
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Play Dates Academy safe for babies and toddlers?
Absolutely. Play Dates Academy is designed for children ages 0-12, with dedicated spaces for our littlest visitors. Ash St Kiddie Korner on the Main Floor is a soft-play zone specifically for children ages 0-2. All equipment is age-appropriate, regularly sanitized, and supervised by our trained team - so families can relax while kids explore freely.
How much does it cost to visit Play Dates Academy?
We offer a range of options for every family. Family Play and drop-in childcare pricing is listed right here on our website, and birthday party packages start at just $199. We also offer flexible membership plans for families who visit often—you can see all the details and full pricing on our Memberships page. Have questions? Call us anytime at (919) 429-4222.
Do I need to book in advance?
Family play and drop-in childcare are available as walk-ins - no reservation needed. Birthday parties, group & field trips, and summer camp enrollment do require advance booking. Visit our Birthdays or Field Trips pages to get started, or call us at (919) 429-4222.
Family Play is available Wednesday–Sunday. No reservations required—just come in and play!
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am-8pm
Friday 8am-10pm
Saturday 8am-10pm
Sunday 10am-6pm
Where is Play Dates Academy located?
We are located at 402 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534. We serve families from across Wayne County and the surrounding region, including Wilson, Kinston, Smithfield, Mount Olive, Mar-Mac, Selma, and Kenly. Free parking is available on-site.
What are your hours?
Monday-Thursday: 8am-8pm | Friday-Saturday: 8am-10pm | Sunday: 10am-6pm. Hours may vary on holidays - follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/PlayDatesGoldsboro for the latest updates.
Is Play Dates Academy part of the Playdate franchise?
No - Play Dates Academy is proudly under new private ownership with no affiliation with the Playdate Franchise or previous ownership. We are an independently owned, family-focused business dedicated to creating a clean, safe, and joyful experience for every Goldsboro family who walks through our doors.
Our Services
Discover three floors of interactive fun, specialized sensory experiences, climbing wall, trampolines, giant interactive immersive games, dramatic play, swings, zipline and reliable drop-in care designed for Goldsboro families.