East Nashville's neighborhood space to play, connect & belong
Upcoming Events

Woodland Little Learners
January’s Woodland Little Learners explores Arctic animals through music, movement, stories, and sensory play inspired by wintery textures. Perfect for ages 1–3, each class includes 45 minutes of guided play plus one hour of open play.
Tippi Toes - Every Tuesday!
Tuesdays are for dancing! Tippi Toes brings playful movement, music, and imagination together to help little ones build coordination and confidence in a fun, welcoming class—Sign up for the 6-week session and open play is included!
Woodland Little Learners
February’s Woodland Little Learners is all about All the Love—exploring connection, kindness, and togetherness through music, movement, stories, and sensory play. Perfect for ages 1–3, with one hour of open play included.
Come Play With Us!
Drop in anytime during our open hours, grab a coffee & bite to eat, and let your little ones play and explore.
Online reservations recommended.
Members enjoy unlimited open play, a free coffee each month, and access to exclusive events.

Our Story
Woodland Play Cafe was created from both a dream and a need - the need for a family-friendly space in the city. A place where adults can unwind, connect with their community, and children can play, learn, and explore in a space designed just for them. It’s a little like visiting your best friend’s house: cozy, welcoming, and relaxed. A place where you can catch up over coffee while knowing your little ones are having just as much fun.
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Surprise ✨ A play space designed so you can see everything, from every angle. Safe play for them. Peace of mind for you. • • • #PlayCafe #SafePlay #ParentLife #EastNashville #CoffeeAndPlayButton
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✨ This Week’s Hours ✨ Friendly reminder to please book ahead on cold mornings—especially Saturdays & Sundays. We had two sell-outs this week and hated having to turn friends away! If you’re looking for a quieter playtime, we’re usually a bit slower from 12:30 pm until close, which can be a really lovely, calm window to play. Thanks for helping us keep the best experience for everyone 🤍Button
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You already know Woodland Play Cafe is the go-to spot for great coffee and happy kids ✨ But did you know we host stress-free birthday parties too?! 🎉 We handle everything - planning, shopping, setup, hosting, and cleanup, so you can actually enjoy the party (and the memories). Dates are filling fast ✨ DM us or use the link in our bio to learn more.Button
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We had a Wicked good time at tonight’s Friday night party. We love bringing a party theme to life and this one was a blast 🩷💚Button
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This is why we built Woodland 🥹 A place where toddlers can explore, learn, and stay engaged - and parents feel comfortable, welcomed, and cared for. Thank you to every family who has taken the time to share their experience. Your words mean more than you know 🤍 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google Review 📍 East NashvilleButton
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You already know Woodland Play Cafe is the perfect place to play but did you know it’s also the perfect place to grab lunch? Fireside Cubans 🔥 Strawberry matcha 🍓 Thoughtfully sourced @florafaunanashville coffee + @highgardentea ☕️ Come for the playtime. Stay for the lunch + sips. • • • #WoodlandPlayCafe #eastnashvilleeats #NashvilleParents #PlayCafe #nashvillecoffeeButton
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From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting this dream. It’s been more beautiful than we ever imagined because of you. 🤍 • • • #woodlandplaycafe playcafe #nashville #eastnashvillefamilies #nashvillemomsButton
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2025 -> 2026 Can’t wait to celebrate with you tomorrow 🪩Button
What makes us stand out
Community Focus
We're dedicated to providing a space that builds and strengthens our community.
Supporting Women
Women-owned, women-designed, and women-sourced - we support women at all steps.
Caregivers In Mind
Our space is built for all types of caregivers - moms, dads, grandparents, & nannies alike.
Non-Profit Supporter
We're deeply ingrained in our non-profit community, donating to and working with multiple non-profits.
Cleanliness
We clean throughout the day, ensuring everything your child touches is germ-free.
Design Driven
Our space is designed to be comfortable and foster exploration - like a second home.













