Every parent who visits Hey Kiddos Playtime more than once eventually asks the same question: "At what point does a membership actually make sense?" It's a fair question — and the answer is more straightforward than you might think.
The Basic Math
Let's use real numbers. A standard weekday child's ticket at Hey Kiddos is $22–$35 depending on session length. A weekend ticket runs slightly higher. Our entry-level membership starts at $79/month for unlimited play for one child.
If you visit twice a month: two 90-minute weekday tickets = approximately $54. The membership ($79) costs more — day passes win.
If you visit three times a month: three tickets = approximately $81. The membership ($79) is now cheaper — membership wins.
If you visit four or more times a month: four tickets = $108+. The membership saves you $29 or more every single month.
Break-even point: 3 visits per month. Visit three or more times, and a membership saves you money from day one.
What the Math Doesn't Capture
The financial argument is simple. But there are things beyond the numbers worth considering.
Behavior changes when you have a membership
Day pass holders tend to time their sessions carefully — they want to "get their money's worth" from a 90-minute slot. Members just... show up. No timer running in the background. An hour on a Tuesday, 45 minutes on a Friday, a longer session on Sunday — the flexibility changes how you use the space and how relaxed your visits feel.
It becomes part of your routine
Families with memberships tell us the same thing: Hey Kiddos becomes part of their week the same way a gym membership does. The kids ask to go. It becomes a reliable, predictable source of activity — and parents have one less "what are we doing today?" to answer.
Sibling discounts make it even better
If you have two children, adding a second child to your membership is only $34.99/month. Two unlimited kids for around $114/month — compared to buying individual tickets for both every visit.
When Day Passes Make More Sense
Memberships aren't right for everyone, and we'd rather you have the right fit than oversell something that doesn't suit your family.
Day passes make more sense if:
- You're visiting for the first time and want to try before committing
- You live further away and realistically won't visit more than once or twice a month
- You have a seasonal schedule that makes regular visits unlikely for several months
- You're buying for a grandchild or as an occasional treat
The Annual Option: The Best Value If You're Committed
For families who know they'll be regulars, our annual plan gives you 14 months of unlimited play for the price of 12. Pay once, forget about it, and show up whenever you want all year long.
How to Decide
Ask yourself one honest question: How many times per month will we realistically visit? If your honest answer is two or less, start with day passes and upgrade when your kids start asking to come back more often. If your answer is three or more, the membership pays for itself and makes your life easier.
Either way, the first step is the same: get your tickets for a first visit and see how your kids take to the space. We're confident you'll be back.
Ready to explore membership options? View all our plans here — including details on sibling add-ons, the annual option, and how to sign up.