Family Fun Centers

PlayDate PDX

Name: PlayDate PDX
Address: 1434 NW 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, Portland, OR, US
Telephone: (503) 227-7529
Rating: 4.3

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1235 reviews)

📍 1434 NW 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

🕐 Hours

Quick Facts

Best For: all ages
Party Packages: Private room rentals starting at $250 minimum for 1 hour 45 minutes (minimum covers 10 kids at $25/child for smaller groups). Includes unlimited play from party start to end of day, water pitchers, plates, utensils, napkins, cups, candles, lighters, cake servers. Outside food/beverages not allowed except birthday cake. Up to 25 kids per single party room; double room option available for larger groups.
Food: Dining room available; outside food and beverages not allowed in party rooms except birthday cake

⭐PlayDate PDX operates a multi-location franchise spanning three Pacific Northwest cities (Portland, Seattle, and Bellingham) with reusable Player Passes valid across all locations with no expiration
⭐The venue features a three-story castle-themed play structure with integrated interactive elements including ball cannons and air cannons, designed to accommodate all ages from toddlers to children up to around age 10
⭐PlayDate PDX offers an innovative community engagement program called Wild Wednesday (last Wednesday of each month) where visitors can donate two non-perishable items or $5 for free admission
⭐The venue operates a WiFi-enabled café within the facility, allowing parents to work or relax while supervising children, and offers both non-alcoholic beverages and adult beverages (though alcohol is not served on-premise, suggesting a partnership model)
⭐Party packages include significant discounts with 20% off Monday-Thursday parties, and group field trips accommodate up to 50 children with reduced group pricing, making it accessible for large organizational events

💬Buy a Player Pass (10 admissions for $90 or 25 for $175) if you plan to visit multiple times—you'll save $1-3 per visit compared to daily rates, and passes are reusable across Portland, Seattle, and Bellingham locations with no expiration.
🕐Visit on Monday-Thursday to get 20% off birthday parties, or attend the last Wednesday of every month (Wild Wednesday) and donate two non-perishable items or $5 for free admission.
💬Remember to bring socks for everyone in your group—socks are required throughout the three-story structure. Plan to stay for several hours, as the venue is specifically designed to keep kids entertained all day with multiple play areas.
💡The dedicated toddler area is popular for younger children, while the 3-story castle-themed playground and ball cannon areas appeal more to kids up to around age 10. Plan your activities based on your child's age group.
💬Parents can relax while kids play freely—the venue offers free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, a good cafe menu with healthy options, coffee, and adult beverages, making it an all-day destination for the whole family.