Fun Factory Team · Updated 2026-09-01
Location and guest convenience
Ajax and Pickering families often share the same guest lists. Kids go to school together across municipal borders, and grandparents may live in either direction along Highway 401.
Fun Factory Play Café is in Pickering at 1420 Bayly St., Unit 15, a short drive from central Ajax via Kingston Road or the 401. Free plaza parking beats street parking in denser areas when you are unloading cake and gifts.
If half your guests live in Whitby and half in Scarborough, Pickering often sits in the middle. Send a map link early so nobody defaults to an old address from a previous venue.
What you get at an all-in-one play party
Some Ajax options are smaller soft-play units or restaurant party rooms without climbing structures. Fun Factory is a full indoor play centre with multi-level equipment, a toddler zone, private party rooms, and on-site café.
Packages start at $399 for the Fun Party with 10 children and 10 adults. Active Fun at $499, Supreme at $599, Extreme at $699, and Ultimate at $999 weekday or $1,499 weekend scale guest counts up to a full private buyout.
Every tier includes 2.5 hours, playtime, pizza, cake, juice, water, coffee and tea for adults, e-vites, and a dedicated party host. That bundle is hard to recreate à la carte in a community hall.
Price and promo comparison mindset
When you compare quotes, list what each venue charges extra for: pizza slices, drinks, paper goods, and time extensions. Fun Factory lists package inclusions clearly so you can match headcount to tier.
Weekday parties Monday through Thursday save $50. Ajax families with flexible schedules can book Thursday after school and still make the evening slot.
Drop-in scouting visits help. Ajax parents can visit on a Tuesday or Thursday after 3:30 pm for half-price admission, walk the floor, and decide if the space fits their crowd before booking.
Our honest recommendation
Choose the venue that fits your guest count, budget, and driving radius, not just the closest pin on the map. If your child wants active play and you want food included, Fun Factory is built for that combination.
If your party is under ten kids and you want minimal fuss, the Fun Party at $399 is the entry point. Larger Ajax sports teams and school classes usually land on Supreme or Extreme.
Call (647) 824-8389 or book online when you are ready. Mention you are coming from Ajax if you want tips on arrival time for your party slot.
Read recent Google reviews from families in both cities. Look for comments about cleanliness, host helpfulness, and whether kids wanted to stay past party end time. Those signals matter more than municipal borders.
Questions to ask any venue before you book
How long is the private room yours? Fun Factory includes 2.5 hours with playtime, pizza, and cake in that window.
Is playtime unlimited during the party? Standard packages include play on the main floor during your slot. Ultimate includes private facility use.
What food is included? Our tiers list pizza counts, cake, juice, water, and adult coffee and tea. Ask other venues about drink refills and slice counts.
What happens if you go over guest count? We charge $14.99 per extra child and $4.99 per extra adult. Know the policy before invites go out.
Parking at Bayly Street is free in the plaza. Ajax hosts with carpooling guests should share the unit number so everyone finds Unit 15 without circling the lot.
Weekend traffic on Kingston Road can add ten minutes from south Ajax. Plan arrival fifteen minutes before your party slot so kids are not rushing through waivers.
Both cities share Durham District School Board families. Your guest list may already split evenly, so pick the venue with the better package value rather than the shorter drive alone.
FAQ
How far is Fun Factory from Ajax?
Most Ajax families reach us in about 10 to 15 minutes by car depending on traffic. We are on Bayly Street in Pickering near Brock Road.
Do Ajax schools book parties at Fun Factory?
Yes. We host class groups, sports teams, and community organizations. Large groups should look at Extreme or Ultimate packages or call to discuss capacity.