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 nearly 100 retail stores, while kids love the splash pad, train rides and wide open green spaces throughout this shopping paradise in Westlake. When everyone’s worked up an appetite, choose from more than 35 eateries and restaurants that cater to every taste and price point. Frequent special events include kid-friendly activities, live music, a farmers market, food trucks, outdoor movies and more.
crockerpark.com
Finalists:
Hudson First & Main
Located in the heart of historic downtown Hudson, this picturesque shopping center offers a blend of national chains, locally owned shops and award-winning restaurants. Summer brings live music, family-friendly events and more, all nestled among 25 retail stores and eight restaurants and eateries.
firstandmainhudson.com
Legacy Village
Shop, eat and play at this Lyndhurst hot spot, which also offers great family-friendly events like live music, a farmers market, touch-a-truck days, Food Truck Mondays and more. Parents and kids will enjoy its 35-plus retail stores and a dozen spots to grab a quick snack or a meal.
legacyvillage.com
Pinecrest
Located in Orange Village, Pinecrest blends the best national and emerging brands to showcase sought-after apparel, home and specialty stores, chef-driven restaurants and incredible entertainment venues. Shop ’til you drop, grab a bite to eat, see a movie, play bocce and more, as well as attend unique family-focused events.
discoverpinecrest.com
Summit Mall
While many traditional malls across the country are losing tenants, Summit Mall, located in Fairlawn, has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. In addition to its nearly 100 retail stores and 16 restaurants, family-friendly amenities include a kids’ play area, carousel, family restrooms, special events and the Family at Summit Mall program.
simon.com/mall/summit-mall