Do you remember the last time you had an evening out without the kids? Taking time for yourself is important for a parent’s sanity and gives your kids a sense of self and independence. This is true no matter the ages of your children, as everyone can benefit from a little “me” time now and then!

Lucky for us, there is no need to go through the stress of finding, vetting and hiring a babysitter.

Instead, your kids can go to a “Parents Night Out” event at one of the several businesses that offer them around World Golf Village. These are great because the kids stay occupied with activities (instead of sitting in front of a screen at home) and get social time with their peers.

Parents Night Out at Little Lambs Playhouse 

When: 3rd Friday of each month (next session: October 18), 5-10 p.m.

Where: Little Lambs Playhouse, 112 Nonami Court in Samara Lakes

Ages: 12 months and older

How much: $40 per child for 4 hours and $15 for each additional sibling

Reservations: (904) 687-0006 or katie@littlelambsplayhouse.com(message Katie to reserve)

More info: This is a great option for parents with toddlers. Pizza and ice cream sundaes will be served in addition to arts and crafts, playtime and a movie. **At this week’s session, kids are welcome to dress up in their (non-scary) Halloween costumes and will be able to decorate mini pumpkins to take home.

Parents Night Out at World Golf Village Gymnastics

When: 3rd Saturday of each month (next session: October 19), 5-9 p.m.

Where: 314 Commerce Lake Drive, Suite 204, east of I95 off International Golf Parkway

Ages: 4 and older – open to the public!

How much: $25 per child and $15 for each additional sibling

Reservations: (904) 940-1895 or heather@wgvgymnastics.com

More info: Pizza and drinks will be served. Kids will enjoy games, crafts and play time on the gym equipment. **At this week’s session, kids are welcome to dress up in their (non-scary) Halloween costumes!

Parents Night Out at Creative Me! Art Studio

When: Last Friday of each month (next session: October 25), 6-9 p.m.

Where: 132 Everest Lane, Suite 3, St. Johns, off Race Track Road

Ages: 5 and older

How much: $35 per child and $25 for each additional sibling

Reservations: (904) 770-2222 or reserve online at creativemeartstudio.com/parents-night-out

More info: This is in Northern St. Johns County, a great option if you’re heading to Jacksonville for the evening! Kids will have a blast creating art and enjoying games.

Parents Night Out at Shinsei Martial Arts & Fitness Center

When: 2nd Friday of each month (next session: November 8), 6-9:30 p.m.

Where: 150 St. Johns Business Place, Suite 304, east of I95 off International Golf Parkway

Ages: 5 up to 12 – open to the public

How much: $15 per child and $10 for each additional sibling

Reservations: (904) 827-7652 or school@shinseikarate.org(or register online at shinseikarate.org/pno)
More info: No martial arts experience needed! Kids will have a blast with pizza, crafts, games and movies (G or PG), as well as learn about varying topics like anti-bullying and stranger danger.