Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.

At times, we have to make the arrangements just like we did when they were toddlers. The good news is, once they get past the resistance, let down their guard, and realize everyone else is just as insecure, they actually start having fun! Best part, you help them orchestrate a couple of these gatherings with friends, and by the third time, they’re doing it on their own (they just need you to give them a ride and possibly money ;)).  So exactly where do teens like to hang out in Toledo? Here are TEN TEEN APPROVED THINGS TO DO IN TOLEDO…..

Bolero

Teens can do it all here!! Reserve a lane for a couple of games, play at the arcade, the billiards, & grab snacks!

Address: 4398 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43613

Hours: Varies, see website

Phone:  (419) 473-1257

Website: https://www.bowlerofuncenter.com

Admission: Varies depending on what kiddos would like to do

RESERVE A LANE!

Planning your teen’s next outing is easy—call today and reserve your lane online!

Perfect for teenagers; enjoy the old-school fun of bowling PLUS amazing eats served laneside.

Enjoy state-of-the-art video games and tons of old-school classics. Their deluxe arcade features games you know and love—from popular titles like Jurassic Park Arcade, Mario Kart, and World’s Largest Pac-Man to classic pinball machines and many more. Load up your arcade card with credits, grab the controls, win prizes*, and have a blast!

BILLIARDS

Practice your trick shots or enjoy a game with friends! Their premium, cloth-covered table lets you play like a pro (even if you’re still an amateur). Visit the front desk and speak with a team member to reserve a table today. Then, grab a beverage/snack, pick up a cue, and let the game begin!

Buff City Soap 

Address: 7103 Orchard Centre Dr. Holland, OH 43528 or Toledo Location

Phone: (567) 742-7471

Website: https://www.buffcitysoap.com/about/

Hours: Vary

Cost: Varies, click on the website for details

Attention: Please let them know you heard about this awesome experience here, from Mom on the go in Holy Toledo, if you have never heard of it before, thank you…and happy bath bomb/soap making, loves! 😉

Clelands

Northwest Ohio’s only full-service hunting and shooting sports specialty store. Their ranges give you a place to practice year-round. Use the indoor pistol range or indoor archery range throughout the year, in climate-controlled comfort. The outdoor 3-D range is available from March thru October.

Address: 10306 Airport Hwy, Swanton, OH 43558

Hours: Monday-Saturday 12-7PM Sundays 12-6PM

Phone: (419) 865-4713

Website: http://www.clelands.com/

Admission: Varies

 

Copper Moon Studio Gallery & Gifts

Phone: (419) 867-0683

Website: https://www.coppermstudio.com/

Address: 8007 Airport Hwy Holland, Ohio 43528-8295

Email: info@coppermoonstudio.com

Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 12-5pm

Cost: Varies depending on the project…$25+

 

Dave & Busters

Address: 5001 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623

Hours: Sundays-Thursday 11AM–12AM Fridays & Saturdays 11AM-1AM

Phone: (419) 481-9800

Website: https://www.daveandbusters.com/

Admission: Varies

 

 

Funigans

Their Paintball & Laser Tag is where it’s at for TEENS!!

Address: 5340 Centennial Rd, Sylvania, OH 43560

Phone: (419) 517-1750

Website: https://www.funagins.com/

Cost: Varies, click on the website for info

Phoenix Theatres Mall of Monroe Movie Theater

100% reclining seats! And Matinees, anything showing before 6PM is only $5!Address: The Mall of Monroe 2121 N Monroe St

Phone: (734) 457-9080

Hours: Varies

Website: http://www.phoenixmovies.net/loc_frenchtown

Admission: General Admission-$8.75, Child (11 and under) $6.00, Seniors (60 and over) $6.00. Matinees before 6 PM $5.00

After the movie, take them to….

Pete’s Garage

The restaurant is a fam favorite!! Request a table in a car…yep, you read right, a table inside a classic car! This bar & grill serves American, Italian & Mexican fare in a relaxed setting with eclectic decor.

Address: 930 N Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI 48162

Hours: Kitchen open 11AM-10:30PM

Phone: (734) 243-0343

Website: http://www.petesgaragemi.com/Pages/Menu.aspx?DeptID=0

Admission: Varies

 

Spin & Splat

How it works?

Spin & Splat provides everything: booties, poncho, canvas, paint tools, goggles, and even a white T-shirt (additional fee). You can simply book your time online, pay in advance, and show up at your scheduled time – and most importantly, have fun!

Address: 2785 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43606

Hours: Thursday & Friday 6pm-8pm

Saturday noon -8pm

Sunday noon-6pm

Cost: 8×10 – $29.99

16 x 20 $39.99

Phone: (734) 807-2050

Click Here For More Details!

 

Sportway Toledo (Seasonal)

This seasonal go-kart racing facility also offers an 18-hole mini-golf course & batting cages.

Address: 5950 Angola Rd, Toledo, OH 43615

Hours: Daily 10:30AM–9:30PM

Phone: (419) 867-1006

Website: http://sportwayinc.com/

Admission: Depends on the activities you decide to participate in…see the website for rates

Draftcade

Address: 6140 Levis Commons Blvd, Perrysburg, OH 43551

Phone:  (419) 931-3474

Website: https://draftcade.com/toledo/

OVER 60 ARCADE CLASSICS & PINBALL MACHINES

Toledo Museum of Art (FREE Admission & Parking!)

Visit the galleries, catch a FREE Glassblowing demonstration at the Glass Pavilion (2PM), get tickets to an exhibition (the image is of  Yayoi Kusama Fireflies on the Water), and grab a snack or meal in the cafe! 

Address: 2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43620

Phone: (419) 255-8000 or (800) 644-6862

Website: https://www.toledomuseum.org/

Axe 419

Phone: 419.351.2102

Address: 9851 Meridian Ct, Rossford, OH 43460

Website: https://axe419.com/

Food/Beer (Wine and Cocktails): https://axe419.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/AXE-419-Menu-Current.pdf

VR Mobile Game Trailer

Bring the fun to YOUR HOUSE!!

Phone: 313-715-8093

Website: http://www.vrmobilegametrailer.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vrmobilegametrailerllc/