The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Our readers and online followers voted for their favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more.
Here are the winner and finalists in the “Best kid-friendly shopping area” category.
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Winner: Crocker Park
Parents love the 75+ retail stores, while kids love the splash pad, train rides and wide open green spaces throughout this massive shopping destination in Westlake. When everyone has worked up an appetite, choose from more than two dozen eateries and restaurants. Need to rest your feet? Catch a movie or enjoy one of many shaded resting spots. Frequent special events include kid-friendly activities, live music, a farmers market, outdoor movies and more.
crockerpark.com
Finalists:
Pinecrest
Located in Orange Village, Pinecrest blends national and emerging brands to showcase sought-after apparel, home and specialty stores, chef-driven restaurants and incredible entertainment venues. Shop ’til you drop at more than 35 stores, grab a bite to eat, see a movie, play bocce and more, in addition to attending family-focused events.
discoverpinecrest.com
SouthPark Mall
This Strongsville staple offers Northeast Ohio shoppers the area’s largest retail campus with an excellent mix of shopping, dining and entertainment options for the entire family. More than 150 shops, restaurants and entertainment venues — plus helpful, family-focused amenities — mean parents and kids can spend the entire day together.
shoppingsouthparkmall.com