Glen Waverley · Melbourne

Indoor Play Centre near Glen Waverley

About 12 minutes from Glen Waverley via Blackburn Road or Springvale Road.

Toddlers from Glen Waverley play at Happy Hippos Playcentre and Cafe, 1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton — about 12 minutes away. There is a separate soft play zone for under-3s, a ball pit, gentle slides and a cafe beside the play floor so parents can watch from a table.

  • Under-3s only zone

    Soft blocks, low slides and a shallow ball pit kept separate from the big kids.

  • Free for crawlers

    Babies 12 months and under play free, and adults are always free.

  • Mothers groups welcome

    Weekend mothers group rate is $8.99 per child — book a table in the cafe and settle in.

An easy drive from Glen Waverley

From Glen Waverley, Wheelers Hill and Mount Waverley, head down Springvale Road or Blackburn Road to the Princes Highway — Happy Hippos is about 15 minutes away with free parking out the front. It is a popular choice for families who want something bigger than a local cafe play corner but closer than the city.

Prices and hours

Weekday entry is $9.99 for children 1–2 years and $11.99 for children 2–14 years. On weekends and public holidays it is $11.49 and $13.49, with a mothers group rate of $8.99. Crawlers 12 months and under play free, adults are always free, and grip socks are compulsory at $5.50 a pair.

We are open 7 days: Monday to Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am–4:30pm, and public holidays 10am–3pm (please check availability).

Toddler play that is actually for toddlers

Our under-3s area is fully separate from the big frame, with soft shapes, low slides and sensory panels. Crawlers under 12 months play free. Glen Waverley mothers groups often meet here on weekday mornings, when it is quiet and parents can chat over coffee while the little ones explore.

Older siblings can head straight to the slides, Bubble Bay ball pit and Sky Climbers zone, so the whole family is happy.

Birthday parties

Our most popular party rooms — Princess, Dinosaur and Under Water — are $279 for eight children and include full-day play, a 1.5-hour private room, a dedicated host, three kids menu food items, fries, chips, cordial and water, and complimentary small coffees for the birthday child's parents. Premium Disco and Baking rooms are $369 with two hosts. Extra children are $27.90 each including food and entry, and there is no limit on adults.

Good to know

Grip socks are compulsory for children and adults and cost $5.50. Food and drink stay at the cafe tables, and every child must be supervised by an adult. You can book a play session online ahead of time on busy days.

How to get here

  • 1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
  • Free on-site parking directly in front of the centre.
  • Clayton Station is a short drive away; buses stop on the Princes Highway.
  • +61 414 571 351
  • Take Blackburn Road or Springvale Road south to the Princes Highway.
  • Turn onto the highway service road — we are at number 1924.
  • Pram-friendly entry and free parking out the front.

Nearby landmarks: The Glen shopping centre · Monash University · Jells Park · Blackburn Road

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Opening hours

  • Monday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Tuesday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Wednesday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Thursday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Friday — 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Saturday — 9:00am – 4:30pm
  • Sunday — 9:00am – 4:30pm
  • Public holidays — 10:00am – 3:00pm (check availability)

Parent questions

  • Happy Hippos Playcentre and Cafe in Clayton has a dedicated under-3s soft play area with a shallow ball pit and gentle slides, plus a cafe alongside. It is roughly 12 minutes from Glen Waverley and open 7 days.

  • Children 1–2 years are $9.99 on weekdays and $11.49 on weekends and public holidays. Crawlers 12 months and under are free.

  • Yes — grip socks are compulsory for every child and adult in the play areas and cost $5.50 at reception.

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