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The Kids Zone Dilemma
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What if the thing you think makes your event “family-friendly" is actually holding it back?
In this episode of Destination Roadmapping, we’re challenging one of the most automatic decisions in event planning: The Kids Zone.
Most events have one.
Most planners feel like they should.
But what if removing it actually improves the experience for families, vendors, and your overall event flow?
This episode breaks down:
- Why kids zones often create separation instead of connection
- What parents are actually experiencing (and why it affects spending)
- How one design decision shapes movement, engagement, and energy
- A practical, step-by-step way to redesign your event without a kids zone
You’ll walk away with a completely different lens:
Not “What do we have for kids?”
But “How does a family experience this event as a family?”
Because when you get that right, everything works better.
Thanks for listening!
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