If you’re a parent trying to squeeze in a date night, or a single parent dipping your feet back into the dating pool, you already know the struggle: the babysitter cancels, your backup is out of town, and suddenly your romantic evening turns into a night of “I guess we’re watching Bluey tonight.”

Well, Toronto, Adventure Alley just opened in the Junction (140 Galleria Road, Unit #2), and it’s basically the plot twist your love life has been waiting for: a modern, aesthetic, actually cute indoor play space that is perfect for a fun time for kids and date night for parents. 

Adventure Alley was built for families by families. It is the brainchild of local parents, Amanda Neves and Sebastian Kennedy, who clearly understood what parents need: a spot where kids can play safely while parents can relax, reconnect… and maybe even flirt a little.

A Play Space That Doubles as a Date Spot

Adventure Alley isn’t your typical chaotic, fluorescent-lit jungle gym. It’s a contemporary, Scandinavian-inspired, nature-forward dream space for families. Think clean lines, warm wood, eco-friendly finishes, a vibe where relaxing meets fun. 

For kids ages one through 12, multi-level playscapes reaching up to 19 feet high, a toddler sensory zone, and a digital fun zone, offering plenty of interactive fun to keep the kids blissfully occupied. Meanwhile, the entire place is secure and staff-monitored, so parents can actually exhale, enjoy themselves and reconnect with each other.

Meanwhile, in the Parent Lounge…

This is where date night magic happens. The lounge overlooks the entire play space, so you get the satisfaction of “I can see my kid, but I don’t have to get up.” You can grab a coffee, snack, or refreshment, or just lean back, relax, and catch up with each other…maybe bringing back that romantic spark! 

The space offers Wi-Fi if you need it, but honestly, why not use this rare moment of stillness to lock eyes, laugh, or have a conversation that doesn’t involve your kids asking you to play with them, since they’ll be plenty occupied. 

Designed for Community, Connection… and Cute Moments

Adventure Alley was built with purpose, offering a warm and welcoming space for both kids and parents. It is filled with natural textures, cozy seating, and thoughtful design. It’s a place where you can take a date and not feel like you’re spending the evening inside a bouncy castle.

The space is ideal for parents who can’t find a sitter, single parents introducing someone special, families working on blending for the first time and anyone who wants a date spot that feels effortless yet intentional.

And the Best Part? Your Date Gives Back

Every adult entry includes a small fee, and 100% of those proceeds go to local charities. Each quarter, Adventure Alley spotlights a new organization (kicking things off with SickKids Foundation) so your date night literally supports the community.

Adventure Alley is a place where your kids are entertained, your coffee is hot, the space is beautiful, your date vibes are thriving, and you’re quietly giving back to the community. This is as close to a win-win, kid-friendly date spot as it gets.

So next time you can’t find a sitter (or don’t want one), make your date night happen at Adventure Alley, where fun for the kids means quality time for the grown-ups by reserving your date night at visitadventurealley.com.  

Visit Adventure Alley at Dufferin & Dupont, open daily between 8 AM and 6 PM and with paid underground parking on-site.

For even more Toronto date ideas you can do alone or with the littles, browse here!