• Guests may only park on Broadway Ave and directly in front of the building on Monroe Ave. No parking in nearby residential areas.

• Hosts are responsible for informing their guests of these parking guidelines in advance and including parking instructions in their event invitations.

• Unloading: The back area may be used for unloading only.

Yes, you are welcome bring your own food during private events.

Food and beverages are not permitted in the play areas. Please enjoy them in the café area to help keep our space clean and safe for everyone.

Coffee, frozen treats, and snacks are available for purchase.

• Grippy (non-slip) socks are required for all children in the play area. Adults must also wear socks in the play area.

  Forgot? Pairs are available at the front desk for $3.

• Standard Private Kids Party: Hosts may arrive 30 minutes early for setup and have 15 minutes after for cleanup. Extra time may be booked in advance.

• Private Events for 60-100 guests: Hosts may arrive 60 minutes early for setup and have 30 minutes after for cleanup. Extra time may be booked in advance.

Sorry, DJs and live bands are not allowed. Hosts are welcome to use our sound system to play music.

Décor is welcome with prior approval and must be tabletop or freestanding. Glitter, confetti, confetti-filled balloons, open flames, and taped décor are not permitted.

Hosts are responsible for cleanup and ensuring all guests follow the playroom rules. If you hire an outside décor vendor, please follow our Outside Vendor Policy.

*We highly recommend our party décor packages for a beautiful, stress-free celebration.

Our play areas are designed for children up to 6 years old.

Older kids are welcome to enjoy the Pac-Man machine and art table, or bring their own activities such as board games. Free wifi available.

Due to safety and space considerations, the following are not permitted:

• Fire, open flames, sparklers, or heat-producing elements

• Dry ice, fog, smoke, or bubble machines

• Glitter, confetti, or similar small particles

• Large inflatables, bounce houses, or oversized props not provided by Winnie’s Playroom

• Live animals

• Loud amplified performances, DJs, or bands

• Any materials or activities that may pose a safety risk, trigger allergies, or cause damage to the space

Our standard event setup includes:

• Eight 32” round tables with 32 chairs

• Three kids’ tables that seat up to 24 children.

• Three 4’ x 24” folding tables, arranged together to create a 12-foot food serving table. White disposable table cloth included.

• One 5’ x 20” buffet table for cake and desserts.

• Display shelf for party favors

Additional 8’ × 40” wood farm tables and white folding wedding chairs are available to rent for an additional fee.

Outside Vendor Policy

This policy does not apply to food or catering deliveries dropped off inside the entrance. Please consider our Additional Services above for a seamless booking experience.

All outside vendors must receive approval before the event. A $150 fee applies when bringing in an outside vendor.

• Solo owner-vendors: The host must book and pay the vendors own business directly. The owner must personally perform without assistants or substitutes, sign our vendor agreement, and submit a declaration confirming eligibility to operate without workers’ compensation insurance.

• Companies sending staff: The company must sign our vendor agreement and provide proof of workers’ compensation coverage applicable to everyone working onsite. Independent contractor status alone does not satisfy this requirement.

Insurance Documents Required

All vendors must provide a current certificate of insurance and supporting endorsements or policy provisions confirming:

• General liability coverage for the activities.

• Both Monroe LLC and Loft Monroe LLC DBA Winnie's Playroom as additional insureds under general liability on a primary and noncontributory basis.

• A waiver of subrogation in favor of both entities under general liability and, when required, workers’ compensation.

Applicable blanket endorsements are acceptable when their conditions are satisfied. Please ask your insurance agent to submit the certificate and supporting documents together and identify both entities and these protections in the certificate’s Description of Operations. Certificate wording alone does not replace the supporting documents.

Submission and Approval Deadlines

Please submit all required documents at least 14 days before your event. Final vendor approval must be obtained at least 7 days before the event. Late submissions may not be accepted. Please obtain approval before finalizing your outside vendor booking.

Pizza and sandwiches are popular choices and can be delivered or brought in. Cupcakes are a great option for young children, too! You’re also welcome to bring a cooler with juice boxes, canned beverages and bottled water.

Yes! Our coffee bar will be open for coffee purchases. Guests can pay individually, or you can open a coffee tab for your guests. Just let us know your preference at the beginning of your event.

Please bring a cake knife if you’re serving cake, birthday candles, and tableware for all your guests. You may also bring extra grippy socks for your guests, or purchase them here.

If you forget anything, we have party supplies available for purchase.

*If you’ve purchased our table décor package, kids’ tableware and juice boxes are included.