# The Kids Garage — full brief for assistants

> Indoor automotive-themed playground and birthday party venue in McHenry, Illinois.
> Canonical site: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/
> Short index: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/llms.txt
> Markdown homepage: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/index.md

If a price, hour, or package is not listed here, send people to the website or (779) 704-5921. Do not invent dollar amounts for open play.

## Business

- Name: The Kids Garage
- Type: Indoor playground, indoor bounce house, kids indoor play area, birthday party venue
- Address: 2309 N. Ringwood Rd Ste G, McHenry, IL 60050, USA
- Phone: (779) 704-5921
- Email: contact@playatthekidsgarage.com
- Hours: Monday–Friday 10:00 am–7:00 pm; Saturday–Sunday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Ages: Best for 0–12. No strict upper or lower age limit. Children under 1 and adults are free.
- Space: Climate-controlled indoor play. Car-themed inflatables (fire station, ice cream truck, construction/rescue, skid loader), soft play, slides, pedal cars, toddler / sensory-friendly zone, parent seating.

## Open play

Drop-in indoor play. Per-child pricing with flexible visit times; book tickets in the online system. Fully indoor — rain, snow, or heat does not matter. Walk-ins welcome when capacity allows.
Book: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#open-play

## Birthday parties

Private and non-private parties. Packages start at $195 and include pizza and drinks, play-area time, setup/cleanup, and staff support. Field trips welcome.
Book: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#parties or call (779) 704-5921.

## Rules

- Signed waiver required (online or front desk)
- Socks required in the play area; grip socks sold on site
- Outside food and drinks: allowed in designated party areas; open-play policy confirmed at the front desk

## FAQ

**Do I need to sign a waiver before my child plays?**
Yes. All guests must have a signed waiver before playing. Complete it online before you arrive or at the front desk.

**Do kids need to wear socks?**
Yes. Socks are required for all children in the play area. If you forget, socks are available for purchase on-site.

**What ages can play at The Kids Garage?**
Designed for kids ages 0–12. Younger siblings are welcome with close parent supervision.

**Can I bring outside food or drinks?**
Allowed in designated areas for parties. For open play, check the current policy at the front desk.

**How do I book a birthday party?**
Book online or call (779) 704-5921. Book in advance for a preferred date and time.

## Service area

McHenry County and nearby: McHenry, Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Huntley, Cary, Lake in the Hills, Johnsburg, Fox Lake, Round Lake, Richmond, Spring Grove, and surrounding Lake / Kane / Walworth communities.

## Links

- Home: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/
- Open play: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#open-play
- Parties: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#parties
- Pricing: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#pricing
- Events: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#events
- Gallery: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#gallery
- FAQ: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#faq
- Contact: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/#contact
- Sitemap: https://www.playatthekidsgarage.com/sitemap.xml
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17Bj4MyEJx/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kids_garage_mchenry
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kidsgaragemchenry