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Sky Zone Announces Major Chicago Expansion With Five New Parks

Sky Zone footprint expands to 16 Illinois parks, offering smile-inducing attractions that elevate everyday fun into extraordinary family memories.

PROVO, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sky Zone® parks, the industry leader in indoor active entertainment, today announces plans to open four new trampoline parks across Illinois in the coming months following the recent debut of Sky Zone Deerfield. New locations in Alsip, Chicago-Midway, Algonquin, and Lansing will open through late 2025 and early 2026, expanding the Sky Zone brand’s Illinois presence to 16 parks, including 10 in the greater Chicago area. This growth underscores the brand’s significant investment in the state and its commitment to serving more families across the region.

“Chicago and its surrounding suburbs continue to embrace active, engaging experiences, and this expansion reflects that growing demand,” said Mike Revak, Chief Operating Officer at Sky Zone. “With three of the locations operated by our largest franchisee, Ex Nihilo Capital, among the new openings, we’re proud to work with entrepreneurs who share our passion for creating safe, clean, and high-quality fun spaces in neighborhoods across the state.”

This expansion reflects the Sky Zone brand’s ongoing growth trajectory under new CEO David Hoffmann, whose vision prioritizes elevating guest experience and positioning Sky Zone parks as the ultimate destination for screen-free family fun. “Every decision we make is driven by our commitment to creating unforgettable experiences,” said Hoffmann. “Our goal is simple: to be the go-to destination for active family entertainment, and we’re just getting started.”

Each new park will feature a variety of attractions for kids and families, such as dodgeball, Air Court, and zip lines, as well as birthday party offerings and membership programs for ongoing access and exclusive benefits. Park locations are as follows:

  • Sky Zone Deerfield - 120 S Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015
  • Sky Zone Alsip - 12080 South Cicero Avenue, Alsip, IL 60803
  • Sky Zone Algonquin - 2471 Randall Road, Algonquin, IL 60102
  • Sky Zone Chicago-Midway - 5555 W. 70th Place, Chicago, IL 60629
  • Sky Zone Lansing - 17365 Torrence Boulevard, Lansing, IL 60438

Entrepreneurs interested in joining the rapid growth at Sky Zone are encouraged to learn more at skyzone.com.

About Sky Zone

Sky Zone, the premier leader in indoor active entertainment in the United States, owns, operates and franchises over 265 parks. Founded in 2004 as Sky Zone Trampoline Park, the brand has evolved from being the first of its kind to now being the top destination for active play offering its 800,000+ members over 40 smile-inducing attractions. The brand encourages families to make memories and Play Every Day through birthdays, team gatherings and after-school activities each year. Sky Zone caters to kids under 12 through thoughtful programming in a clean and safe environment. Sky Zone has been recognized as a top franchise organization in both Franchise Times' Top 400 and Fast & Serious lists, as well as Entrepreneur's Franchise 500. For more information about Sky Zone and to find your local park, visit skyzone.com or follow on socials at @skyzone.

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