PLAY & VISIT
Open play
Our space is designed for children ages 0–4, with areas created for even our youngest explorers. Each day, we host four two-hour play blocks with time built in between for cleaning and resetting, ensuring every family arrives to a fresh and beautiful environment.
Weekday Play Blocks (M-F):
9:00–11:00 AM
On the 3rd Friday of the month, this session is reserved for Dads only
11:30 AM–1:30 PM
On Tuesdays & Thursdays this session is reserved for non-walking infants only
2:00–4:00 PM
4:30–6:30 PM
Weekend Play Blocks (Sat & Sun):
9:00–11:00 AM
On occasion, we will offer an 11;30am-1:30pm if party bookings allow.
THE RIVER & ROOT DIFFERENCE
Our open play sessions are about more than toys and time, they’re about connection. Each session moves at a slower pace, giving families space to breathe, settle in, and enjoy time together.
About 15–20 minutes into every session, we host Gathering Circle — a casual, friendly circle where caregivers can introduce themselves and connect. Because our space is intentionally small, you’ll naturally get to know the families in your session, and this simple tradition helps turn those familiar faces into friendships,
Children are always welcome to join or continue exploring! There’s no pressure, just presence.
Each session includes transition time on both ends so families never feel rushed. Between sessions, our team refreshes and sanitizes every area so the next group arrives to a spotless, inviting space.
PRICING & POLICIES
Pricing:
$20 per child (0 – 4 years), $15 per sibling on weekdays
$25 per child (0-4 years), $20 per sibling on weekends (We’ve set weekend Open Play at a slightly higher price point so we can continue providing weekend play opportunities for families. Weekends are our highest-demand time for birthday parties, and this small price adjustment helps us protect dedicated play blocks for the community)
Children under 6 months are free when accompanied by a sibling with paid admission
One adult is included in each child ticket purchased
$10 per additional adult
Adult Admission Update: To help us maintain a comfortable, uncrowded play environment for little ones, we’re updating our pricing for additional adults.
Because our space is thoughtfully designed with young children in mind, adult bodies take up more room than children. When additional adults attend, it directly impacts how many children we’re able to welcome and safely accommodate.
For that reason, additional adult admission will now be $10 (previously $5). This small adjustment helps us balance capacity and continue offering the calm, high-quality play experience families expect at River & Root.
Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep the space enjoyable for everyone.
Booking Policies:
Pre-booking is required. Once we reach capacity, we’re unable to allow additional guests into the space, and we’d hate to have to turn you away at the door. Please be sure to reserve your spot in advance.
Open Play is designed for children ages 0–4. We don’t check birth certificates at the door — if you have a slightly older sibling joining a younger child and they’re able to play safely around babies and young children, that’s absolutely fine.
Non-walking infants may attend any Open Play session, we have a separate gated area just for them. However, we also offer Infant-Only Open Play on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM.
Each Open Play session is scheduled for 2 hours, which includes arrival and departure time. Active play will wrap up about 10 minutes before the end of your time slot so we can gently transition families out and have everyone fully exited by the session end. This allows our team to properly clean and reset the space for the next group.
Please come to play only if your child is feeling well. Children should be fever-free for 24 hours without medication, have no vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours, and no visible rashes associated with illness (including hand, foot, and mouth), eye discharge, persistent coughing, or other symptoms that would require staying home from daycare or school. If we notice symptoms during your visit, we may ask you to head home and return another time. We offer flexible rescheduling and appreciate your help protecting our youngest visitors.
River & Root is a shoe-free, socks-only space. Socks are required for all visitors, including adults. Bare feet are not permitted. Grip socks are recommended and available for purchase.
Snacks and drinks may be enjoyed in the lobby or on the porch, weather permitting. No food or drinks are permitted in the play space.
Due to the size of our space, we cannot accommodate strollers. Compact car-seat strollers (such as the Doona/EvenFlo Shyft) are welcome but must be folded once inside. (During warm weather, strollers can be left outside/in our yard)
Cancellation Policies:
At River & Root, we strive to be flexible and family-friendly while also honoring the realities of our small space and staffing needs. Because we schedule staff and prepare the space based on expected attendance, we are unable to offer monetary refunds for Open Play sessions. Instead, we gladly offer credits and easy modifications.
You may modify your reservation up to 1 hour before your play block using the Modify Booking link in your confirmation email.
Late modifications (within 1 hour), late cancellations, and no-shows are not eligible for credit or refund.
