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Family Fun at Zig-E's Funland

Kick off an action-packed afternoon at Zig-E's Funland, where kids can enjoy go-karts and mini-golf. Recharge with a casual, family-friendly meal at New Petros Restaurant, and then enjoy a relaxing stroll or playground time at Main Square Park.

A 4-hour Hammond afternoon plan for solo — Zig-E's Funland, New Petros Restaurant, Main Square Park.

Duration
4 hrs
Cost
$60–$100
Stops
3 stops
Walking
Light walking · Total 11.7-mile driving route
Best time
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for
Solo · Families · Kids
Start Plan
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Family Fun at Zig-E's Funland

The plan

The plan

  1. 1Zig-E's Funland(2 hrs)→
  2. 2New Petros Restaurant(1 hr)→
  3. 3Main Square Park(1 hr)

Why this plan works

The stops span roughly 11.7 miles across Hammond, so plan on driving — the order below keeps that driving in one direction. Zig-E's Funland is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Main Square Park — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to solo, families, and families with kids who want a planned Hammond outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Kick off an action-packed afternoon at Zig-E's Funland, where kids can enjoy go-karts and mini-golf. Recharge with a casual, family-friendly meal at New Petros Restaurant, and then enjoy a relaxing stroll or playground time at Main Square Park.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. Zig-E's Funland1
    2 hrs
    Zig-E's Funland

    Family

    3-acre family-fun park with go-karts, mini-golf, laser tag, batting cages & an arcade.

    What to do — Let the kids choose their favorite activities, whether it's a competitive round of mini-golf or an exciting laser tag session.

    Scout Side Quest

    Invent your family's official slow-motion victory dance before the games begin.

    8.6 mi · 22 min drive

    Then Drive to New Petros Restaurant, about 15-20 minutes away in Hammond.

  2. New Petros Restaurant2
    1 hr
    New Petros Restaurant

    Food & Drink

    Down-home eatery serving Greek, Italian & American plates in an unpretentious setting.

    What to do — Enjoy a casual, down-home meal with a variety of Greek, Italian, and American options suitable for the whole family.

    3.1 mi · 10 min drive

    Then A short drive will take you to Main Square Park for some outdoor relaxation.

  3. Main Square Park3
    Optional 1 hr
    Main Square Park

    Outdoors

    What to do — Allow the kids to burn off any remaining energy at the playground or enjoy a leisurely walk through the park's green spaces.

    Scout Side Quest

    Spot a cloud or tree shape and see who can guess what animal you think it looks like.

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The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Hammond itinerary for solo?
Yes. It's built for solo, families, and families with kids and runs about 4 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Zig-E's Funland.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 4 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Hammond itinerary cost?
Roughly $60–$100 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 11.7 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.