Fun Factory Team · Updated 2026-09-01
Why indoor play centres fill up on breaks
School breaks turn weekdays into Saturdays. Parents still work. Camps book up. Weather is unpredictable. Indoor play centres absorb that demand with open hours and drop-in admission.
Fun Factory sees spikes during March break, summer weeks, and the December holidays. Plan around opening time if you want a quieter first hour, or use Tuesday and Thursday half-price afternoons after 3:30 pm when older kids are tired and toddlers thrive.
From September 8, 2026, expanded hours help break-week planning: Monday and Wednesday 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 pm to 7:30 pm, and Friday to Sunday 9:30 am to 8:30 pm.
Budget-friendly break strategies
Drop-in admission for ages 4 to 13 is $14 with unlimited play time. Ages 1 to 3 are $10. Under 1 year is $5, or free with a paying sibling. That beats many single-session classes when you can stay three hours.
Half-price Tuesday and Thursday admissions after 3:30 pm stretch a break-week budget. Pair it with loyalty points: regular visits earn 10 points per full-price drop-in, and 100 points redeem for a free admission.
Access 2 Card holders save $2 per drop-in. Bring the card to the desk each visit.
Playdate and group outings
Break weeks are perfect for multi-family meetups. One parent supervises a pod of kids while others run errands. Our layout lets groups spread out without losing each other.
Book a birthday party during break if your child's birthday falls in the week off. Weekday party discounts apply Monday through Thursday, and guests have easier attendance when school is out.
For very large groups, call ahead on busy days so staff know you are coming. We can point you to stroller parking and the toddler zone at check-in.
Mixing active play with rest days
Kids do not need high energy every day of a two-week break. Alternate a morning at Fun Factory with library time, baking at home, or outdoor walks when weather cooperates.
Pack socks, waivers, and nut-free snacks every time. Sign waivers online before you leave the house during busy break weeks when the desk line grows.
If you are visiting from Whitby or Oshawa, check our Durham Region landing page for drive times and package ideas for summer birthday season.
Set a loose daily rhythm during long breaks: active morning, quiet afternoon, optional evening outing. Kids handle transitions better when they know what type of day it is.
Summer break and birthday season overlap
June through August birthdays compete with cottages and vacations. Book early for Saturday slots. Thursday evening parties catch families still in town before weekend trips.
Ultimate Fun Party weekend pricing at $1,499 suits large outdoor-style gatherings moved indoors when rain threatens a backyard plan. You get privacy and climate control without renting tents.
Combine a summer drop-in morning with party planning. Kids test the slides while you count seats in the party room and picture where grandparents will sit.
March break lines move faster when waivers are done at home. Print or screenshot your confirmation if you booked a party during the break week.
PD days scattered through the school year are ideal for loyalty visits. Ten full-price drop-ins earn a free admission toward the next break week outing.
East Durham towns and drive times
Pickering families often walk in from nearby neighbourhoods. Ajax and Whitby trips are usually under twenty minutes. Oshawa and Scarborough east ends follow similar timing along the 401 corridor.
If grandparents babysit during break, send them the waiver link and socks reminder the night before. Fewer surprises at the desk means faster entry for excited kids.
Winter break days are short on daylight. Our Friday to Sunday hours until 8:30 pm give you an evening play option when mornings are packed with errands and appointments.
FAQ
Are you open on statutory holidays during school breaks?
Hours can change on holidays. Check the contact page or call (647) 824-8389 before you drive on long weekends.
Is break week too crowded for toddlers?
Mornings on Monday and Wednesday tend to be calmer after September 8. The toddler zone gives younger kids a dedicated area even when the main structures are busy.