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 runners-up in the “best playground” category.
Click here to view winners and runners-up in all categories.

Winner: Lakewood Park
Chosen once again by readers as their family favorite, this park has plenty of things to do for everyone, whether you visit Lakewood or live there. Families can enjoy the Kids Cove Playground, splash pad and speciality events, or simply take a minute to relax on the Solstice Steps that provide scenic views of Lake Erie and the Cleveland Skyline. lakewoodoh.gov
Second place: Beachwood Playground, beachwoodohio.com
Third place: SKiP Stow Kids’ Playground, stowohio.gov