Kids Empire Announces Grand Opening of New Indoor Playground Location in Escondido, CA

ESCONDIDO, CALIFORNIA - Kids Empire is thrilled to announce the grand opening of their newest park location at Mershop North County Mall in Escondido, CA, scheduled for Q2 2026, This spacious indoor playground offers children the opportunity to climb, dance, and play to their heart’s content on any day of the week.

Families are invited to recapture the magic of childhood and enjoy active play as kids and parents explore Kids Empire’s floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures, a dedicated dance room, ball pits, exhilarating slides, and more. Kids of all ages will find their own haven to safely experience the joy of playing big at this new location, complete with a dedicated toddler play area.

Experience Highlights

• Floor-to-ceiling climbing walls
• Play structures
• Dedicated dance room
• Ball pits
• Exhilarating slides
• Dedicated toddler play area

“Our mission has always been about creating extraordinary experiences that bring families together through active, social play,” said Cyrille Bessiere, CEO of Kids Empire. “We believe in the power of play to spark imagination and encourage healthy, active lifestyles away from screens. We’re excited to join the Escondido community and provide a space where children can dream big, explore freely, and create lasting memories with their families.”

Family Experience

• Open every day of the year
• Two adults included in each child admission
• Infants under 1 enter free when accompanying siblings
• General admission includes all-day reentry

Because at Kids Empire, bigger means more adventure, more memories, more imagination, and more joy.

Birthday Parties

Kids Empire ESCONDIDO offers birthday packages so families can host customizable and unforgettable parties. A highlight of these celebrations is the presence of the lovable dragon mascot, Huggy, who welcomes children with open arms and makes their visit nothing short of magical.

Field Trips & Groups

The facility also welcomes school groups and organizations for field trips, providing an engaging alternative to screen-based activities.

About Kids Empire

Kids Empire inspires everyone to Play Big! With over 100 spacious and clean indoor playgrounds throughout the U.S., children of all ages have ample space to climb to new heights, jump, run, build, slide, snack, ride, and more! Our mission is to provide an extraordinary experience that sparks imagination and gives the whole family the space to create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Kids Empire may be growing, but we’re never in a hurry to grow up.

For further information regarding Kids Empire’s party packages, prices, locations, and the diverse range of offerings, visit https://www.kidsempire.com/