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The Shoppes at Parma
★4.2(5,828 reviews)$Entertainment
🕑 2-4 hours depending on whether you're shopping, dining, or attending a special event👶 Best for all ages. Younger children enjoy the play areas and family dining options, while tweens and teens appreciate the variety of stores and entertainment venues. The mall's community events often cater to different age groups throughout the year.🧡 Saved by 48 families
About
The Shoppes at Parma offers families a one-stop destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment in a convenient Parma location. With its mix of family-friendly restaurants, entertainment options, and regular community events, this popular shopping center provides both practical shopping needs and fun activities to keep kids engaged during your visit.
Highlights
- ✓Variety of entertainment venues including options for movies and family fun
- ✓Multiple family-friendly restaurant choices all in one location
- ✓Regular community events and seasonal celebrations throughout the year
- ✓Convenient one-stop shopping for family needs
- ✓Extended weekend hours for flexible family scheduling
Pro Tips
- 1.Visit on weekday mornings for a quieter shopping experience, especially helpful if you have younger children who need space to navigate in strollers
- 2.Check the mall's event calendar before visiting - they host seasonal family events, character meet-and-greets, and holiday celebrations that kids love
- 3.Park near your priority destination since the shopping center spans a large area - the main entrances have convenient family parking
- 4.Bring hand wipes and snacks for younger kids, though plenty of family dining options are available throughout the center
- 5.The extended hours on Friday and Saturday (until 11:30 PM) make it a great option for evening family outings when you need activities after dinner
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (9:30 AM - 12:00 PM) offer the quietest shopping experience with plenty of parking. Avoid weekends during back-to-school season and the holiday shopping rush (November-December) if you prefer fewer crowds. Evening visits work well for families looking to combine dinner and entertainment.
What to Know
Free parking is available throughout the shopping center. The venue features multiple family-friendly dining options on-site, making it easy to plan meals around your visit. Stroller-accessible with wide walkways and family restrooms available.
Seasonal Notes
The shopping center hosts special events during major holidays including Halloween trick-or-treating, Easter activities, and holiday photo opportunities with Santa. Summer often features outdoor community events. Standard mall hours apply year-round with extended hours during the holiday shopping season.
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Nearby Eats
Multiple family dining options are available within The Shoppes at Parma itself, offering everything from quick casual meals to sit-down restaurants, eliminating the need to leave the property for food.
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