1 / 2Chipmunks Playland & Cafe Papanui
📍 Redwood, Canterbury
Indoor play centre in Christchurch's Redwood for children aged 0–11, known for toddler-friendly multi-level equipment, three birthday party packages with a private room and Charlie the Chipmunk visit, and an on-site café with fresh food and barista coffee.
We had a group of 6 kids between 8-6 years old and everyone had a blast. The combo meals were very cost effective and they even chopped up some fresh fruit (which made me feel better about the chips, nuggets, pizza and hot dogs). The staff here were super helpful and positive even under pressure with lines and large crowds on a Saturday. Brooke made great coffees and when I got the wrong pizza with my order swapped it out without missing a beat. Liam at the counter answered all my questions so I could put in the best order for my group without making me feel rushed or like I was a nuisance. Everyone provided service with a smile. Oh and the 5 entry concession made the price per kid even better. ❤️❤️❤️
🏆 Family Action Verdict
The staff here receive unusually specific praise — Nevaeh, Liam, Summer, and Brooke are each named in recent reviews for calm, attentive service under pressure. Birthday parties run smoothly: the private room, dedicated helper, and Charlie the Chipmunk visit take the planning load off parents. The combo meals are called good value, and the coffee gets a strong endorsement from parents. The venue is noted as more toddler-friendly than other Chipmunks locations.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Anastasia Caldwell
2 months ago
“We had a group of 6 kids between 8-6 years old and everyone had a blast. The combo meals were very cost effective and they even chopped up some fresh fruit (which made me feel better about the chips, nuggets, pizza and hot dogs). The staff here were super helpful and positive even under pressure with lines and large crowds on a Saturday. Brooke made great coffees and when I got the wrong pizza with my order swapped it out without missing a beat. Liam at the counter answered all my questions so I could put in the best order for my group without making me feel rushed or like I was a nuisance. Everyone provided service with a smile. Oh and the 5 entry concession made the price per kid even better. ❤️❤️❤️”
Miss Behave
4 months ago
“Great easy way to have a birthday party. No mess, no fuss and the kids go home happy and exhausted. The staff are amazing. Our helper was the best! Great prices for a group of 8. Enjoyable experience for the kids and adults alike. Kids were given paper bracelets on way in so the staff knew were with the party. They are even given a big jug of cold water with paper cups as they get thirsty running around. The party room gets very loud but is perfect with the birthday child chair. The food was hot and delicious. Brought a wrap and was huge was pleasantly surprised! Was delicious. Overall worth it!”
Dinidu Priyankara
3 weeks ago
“We had our daughter’s birthday party there. Staff were friendly & helpful. Food was amazing. Nevaeh co-ordinated our function & she was at her best. All guests were really happy. Highly recommend for kids parties.”
Bella Murray
3 weeks ago
“Lovely environment!! Clean and tidy. Staff are super lovely!! Summer is always a joy to be around and the other girls are so kind too!! Bonus SUPER GOOD coffee!!!! 🤍🤍”
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Overview
Chipmunks Papanui runs a toddler-leaning indoor playground with multi-level equipment, open running areas, and a dedicated party setup. Three birthday packages (Basic, Bash, Bonanza) each include a private party room for one hour, a party helper, themed partyware in six designs, a Munch Meal and drink per child, and a visit from Charlie the Chipmunk. Party children receive a paper bracelet for identification and a jug of cold water is provided throughout. The café serves pizza, nuggets, wraps, chips, and a daily fruit option. A 5-entry multi-pass and 10-entry multi-pass reduce per-visit cost for families who return regularly.
