- July 24, 2018
- Types of recreation
- Tatyana Merzlikina
The question of where to go with a child in Penza worries many families with children. In fact, there are quite a lot of places for spending leisure time with a child, since in large cities, as a rule, the infrastructure is developed, especially in the field of leisure. Below are some places you can go with your kids and have a great time.
Where to go as a child in Penza
Perhaps the most popular places in any city for spending leisure time with children are shopping and entertainment centers. They have children's entertainment, cafes, rooms with attractions, animators and much more. Here children can have a lot of fun, run around and have fun with their peers.
Very often in Penza master classes are held on sculpting, drawing, and creating sand paintings. This is a great way to get creative with your child.
The list of places to relax with children in Penza includes:
- cinemas;
- climbing wall;
- aquapark;
- puppet and musical theaters;
- museums;
- planetarium;
- zoo;
- sports games in stadiums or outdoors.
Theater
January 4 and 5, 11.00, museum of one painting.
Family play “Daisies for Burenushka”
The One Picture Museum invites parents and children to puppet shows!
Inquiries by phone: 561-427
Puppet shows for family viewing. Type of dolls: cane. Age limit: 0+. Duration: 30-35 minutes.
Pre-order tickets: 8-906-157-50-40. Children under 5 years old must be accompanied by an adult. We will be glad to meet you!
Oceanarium
An excellent place for those who are puzzled by the question of where to go with a child in Penza. On the ground floor of the Retail shopping center there is a huge aquarium of three thousand square meters. Here, in aquariums of various sizes, the inhabitants of the most famous rivers and lakes on the planet, such as the Amazon, Nile, Tanganyika and others, live and breed.
The aquarium is home to a huge number of exotic animals. By visiting this place with a child, you can see with your own eyes how diverse and beautiful the underwater world is. The aquarium has guides who will tell you in detail and interestingly about each resident of the aquariums.
Address: Central street, 1.
Circus
New Year's show from the legendary circus Yuri Nikulin!
January 2, 4, 6, 12.00 and 16.00. Diesel Arena.
A circus arena will be built at the arena, where residents of Penza will see bright and world-famous circus performers. "Bears in Cars" is the only attraction in the world where a bear drives a real car. This attraction by People's Artists of Russia Viktor and Olga Kudryavtsev, in which 9 bears participate at once, captivated the audience in Germany. Great Britain and, of course, he was admired by tens of thousands of spectators at the Yuri Nikulin Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard.
In addition to bears, other animals also participate in the show. Monkeys, cats and dogs, parrots, goats, ferrets. Penza spectators will also witness incredible flights of acrobats, trampoline jumping and performances by the funniest clowns. Also, one of the strongest people in Europe, Alexander Khalilov, will come to Penza, who will show what real heroic strength is.
Ticket prices range from 300-1500 rubles.
"Adventure Bay"
This children's entertainment center serves as a great place for kids to relax. Here you can leave your child to have fun, and sit in a cozy atmosphere and drink coffee, or play with your child. Adventure Bay has a lot of toys, slides, fun labyrinths, an ice-free pond and much more.
In addition, the playground can be rented for a child’s birthday party, which will be organized by the Entertainment Bay staff, based on the client’s preferences.
Address: Odesskaya street, 2B.
Roller rink
This is a great place for all outdoor enthusiasts. You can come here with the whole family and roller skate in both winter and summer. The roller rink is a two-level room with a total area of 1600 square meters.
Concerts and light and sound shows are often held here, so at the Olimpiysky (where the roller skating rink is located) you can not only ride, but also attend a cultural event.
If your child has never been on roller skates, it doesn’t matter, because experienced instructors work in the park who will teach you all the necessary skills.
Address: Gagarina street, 6.
Cinema
Where to go in Penza with friends?
Why not go with a friendly group to see a new and exciting film, especially since there are at least five cinemas in the city, which are always happy to see new visitors. The most popular are “Five Stars” and “Rollix”. There are many establishments in Penza where you can eat delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere. Visiting such places will be very important after a fun and active leisure time.
Developmental classes “Mom and Baby”
Another place to go with your child in Penza is the comprehensive developmental classes “Mom and Baby” at the training center on Kalinina Street, 33a. The events are designed for children from 1.5 to 2.5 years old with their parents. The duration of one lesson is one hour. It includes:
- musical and educational games;
- modeling from dough, wax, plasticine;
- drawing;
- physical activity: walking along massage bumps, paths and bridges, crawling through a tunnel, swimming in a “dry pool” and jumping over obstacles;
- mini puppet show.
Night club
Where to go in Penza with friends? There are several nightclubs open in the city, each of which has its own distinctive features. For example, you can dance to fiery music accompanied by a laser show in the Amsterdam club or in the Gladiator. By the way, the latter place includes three floors, on each of which visitors will find separate dance floors with different types of music. In addition, the doors of show bars, club-restaurants and art clubs are open to everyone.
Karting at the Shikana shopping center
This karting track is unique in that it is indoor, and you can go karting here at any time of the year. The total area of the premises is 3000 square meters. Experienced Chicane instructors will select a suitable kart for children and their parents, help them understand the rules and supervise the entire process. All necessary equipment is provided free of charge upon payment of the fare.
In addition to karting, the entertainment center offers bowling, a rope park, an X-box gaming area and a family cafe.
Address: Nasosnaya street, 3.
Rope park "Mowgli"
“Mowgli” differs from other rope parks in that it operates all year round, because it is indoor. The park uses a modern insurance system, which ensures absolute safety for guests, and children from four years old can visit this place.
The entertainment center has a two-level system of rope obstacles, on which there are several tracks at different heights. It will be interesting for both adults and children. Before setting off on an adventure, each guest is given special equipment and given detailed instructions. Experienced mentors will help you at any time if difficulties arise.
“Mowgli” is a place where you can go with your child and enjoy an active holiday.
Address: Nasosnaya street, 3.
Parks
Belinsky Park
January 2, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Our Merry New Year”, entertainment program. 0+
January 3, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Furry Beauty”, competitive and entertainment program. 0+
January 4, 16.00. Belinsky Park. "New Year's Trouble", game program. 0+
January 5, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Our sleigh goes on its own”, sports program. 0+
January 6, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Like during the holiday week...”, folk games and fun. 0+
January 7, 16.00. Belinsky Park. "Christmas holiday", festive program. 0+
January 8, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Magic snowflakes”, entertainment program. 0+
January 9, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “Take a rest!”, sports program. 0+
January 10, 16.00. Belinsky Park. "Vyugodens", a competitive and entertainment program. 0+
January 11, 16.00. Belinsky Park. “The snowstorm sang a song to us,” competition program. 0+
Toy railway
In August 1985, on the occasion of Railwayman's Day, an exciting attraction for young travelers was opened near the Sosnovka microdistrict. Children had an excellent opportunity to ride on a steam locomotive, examine it, learn about the rules of behavior in the carriage and the possible dangers that they might encounter on the way.
During the trip, the guys feel like real passengers. There are two stops along the way: at Pionerskaya station and in Sosnovka. The total length of the route is 2.5 kilometers. This is an excursion route; along the way you can admire the forest landscapes. This railway is not considered a means of transport.
Address: Oktyabrskaya street, 6.
Where else can you go
- Circus. Circus performers often come to Penza, as well as to other cities, on tour. You can find out the current schedule and location of the performance on city posters.
- "Dollhouse". In 1942, the Penza Regional Children's Theater was opened. During its existence, it received many awards from various theater festivals. Conducts outreach events in surrounding villages. You can find the theater at the address: Chkalova Street, 35.
- Botanical Garden. Open to the public since 1917. A large number of different types of ornamental, herbaceous and shrub plants are represented here. This is a great place for family walks, and children will be interested in frolicking in the amusement park, which is located next to the botanical garden. Address: Karl Marx street, 2a.
- Penza Zoo. Another place where you can go with your child in Penza. More than two thousand animals live here, some of them are listed in the Red Book. In the zoo you can see the rarest representatives of flora and fauna. Address: Krasnaya street, 10.
Christmas trees
December 28-January 9, 10.00 and 13.00.
Penza Regional Drama Theatre.
New Year's performance at the Christmas tree “The New Year will bring success in sports!” and the fairy tale “New Year’s Adventures of Baby and Carlson.” 0+ Ticket price: 150-350 rubles.
Changes in the repertoire are possible.
Inquiries by phone: 56-30-46, 56-40-89.
The cash desk is open seven days a week from 10.00 to 19.00.
December 28-January 9, 10.00, 12.00, 14.00, 16.00.
Penza regional theater "Doll's House". New Year's performance with interlude "Santa Claus and Snowmen - Entertainers"
and the play “Shake!” Hello!". 0+
Ticket price: 220 rubles.
Phone for inquiries 34-38-39
December 28-January 9, from 9.00 to 16.00.
Tarkhany Museum-Reserve. New Year's costume balls. 12+
Ticket price: 150 rubles – “Royal Ball”, “Dream on New Year’s Eve”, 170 rubles – Christmas Ball, 150 rubles – theatrical performance “We are going to a masquerade”
Pre-order tickets by calling 8 (84153) 3-56-01.
December 28-30, January 2-6, 11.00 and 15.00.
Penza Regional Library named after Lermontov. Christmas trees. 0+
Inquiries by phone 63-44-32.
December 28-January 6.
Penza Regional Philharmonic. New Year's performances and fairy tales with orchestra. 0+
Ticket price: 200 rubles.
Inquiries by phone 55-12-92.
Village or suburb of Penza: where to go with children
In small towns, recreation for children can be organized with a focus on nature:
- outdoor picnic;
- arrangement of a hut;
- baking potatoes in a fire;
- camping in the woods;
- A walk on the bike;
- shooting a mini-film about the surrounding nature.
In fact, it doesn’t really matter where you go with your child; there are plenty of places in Penza, you’ve already seen that. The important thing is to do something together and devote time to each other.
Movie
Walking with Dinosaurs 3D
family
(until January 8, 0+)
Walking with Dinosaurs is an immersive 3D experience created using innovative CGI technology.
We will see what dinosaurs looked like, how they lived and what dangers they had to face.
The main character of the story is the brave dinosaur Patchy, he is the smallest in the family, but it is he who has to become a leader and save his relatives.
Ivan Tsarevich and the Gray Wolf 2 3D
cartoon
(until January 15, 0+)
In the Far Far Away Kingdom, where our heroes live, there is peace and grace. Ivan married Vasilisa, and “they lived happily ever after,” but that was not the case. Ivan spends whole days with the Wolf in the service - strengthening the lines and defensive power, dreams of turning the clock hands back seven hours in order to sleep less and work more. And Vasilisa is bored, like all girls, she wants romance, well, like in fairy tales. And then she decides to organize her abduction... However, when has it ever happened that in fairy tales everything turned out as planned?
Tarzan 3D
cartoon, family, adventure
(until January 29, 6+)
When an American airliner crashed in the jungle, all passengers died, only one baby survived. He became the adopted child of a pack of wild monkeys, who fed him, raised him, and taught him to survive in this harsh world of natural selection...
The time has come, and now powerful and dexterous, he must protect his world from enemies. But the main thing is that he must become human again.
Land of Bears 3D
documentary, adventure, family
(until January 22, 0+)
The story of the birth and growth of a bear cub against the backdrop of endless expanses of nature untouched by civilization.
