Down by the Bay Play Cafe

An indoor play space for young children on Bay Street, set up so families can drop in for a couple of hours without anyone having to tidy up afterwards. The play area is built for ages 0 to 6, with toys and activities sorted by developmental stage, though older siblings generally find something.

Sessions run as two hour open play, bookable online, starting around ten dollars. Capacity is deliberately limited, so booking ahead is recommended and walk-ins depend on space on the day.

Beyond open play the schedule takes in classes aimed at new parents, grandparents and children with disabilities. The room is also available for birthday parties and private events.

The founder is a resource consultant by background, a child development specialist, and opened the space after finding local supports for new parents thin on the ground.

Three parking spaces on site, with free municipal lots and street parking nearby. Among the indoor play centres and family attractions in Midland, this is the one aimed squarely at the under sixes.