Big Fun: Play through the decades
Do you remember playing with G.I. Joes when you were little? How about Treasure Trolls? Lite Brite? Did you ever play with your Rainbow Brite or Teddy Ruxpin while munching on fruity wax soda bottles, candy buttons or candy cigarettes (before they had their name changed to "candy sticks")? If these kinds of things bring back rushing memories of your childhood, you'll be thrilled to take a trip down memory lane at Cleveland's Big Fun Toy Store.
Intense feelings of nostalgia will wash over you as you enter through Big Fun's front doors. From the metal lunch boxes that feature popular kid's entertainment icons like Punky Brewster and E.T. to the extensive collections of Star Wars figurines and vintage board games, Big Fun is unlike any other local toy store.
Named by Playboy as one of the "coolest stores" in all of America, Big Fun has two area locations: the original location on Coventry in Cleveland Heights, and a west side location on Clifton Boulevard. Locally-owned and operated, Big Fun provides an experience that you just can't get at other local toy stores. Whether you were born in the 30s or the 90s (or even yesterday), you'll find something at Big Fun that you didn't know you couldn't live without.
In addition to more vintage toys than you can handle, Big Fun also carries a wide variety of candy, gifts and new toys. If you're looking for a unique gift for someone you love, you won't be disappointed with Big Fun.
Opened in 1990 by owner Steve Presser, Big Fun has been a true Cleveland icon since its humble beginning. When one thinks of Coventry, it goes without saying that they also envision the familiar colorful block lettering of the Big Fun storefront and the memories that come along with it.
The west side location of Big Fun is located at: 11512 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland OH, 44102 (216) 631-4386.
Posted by LeeAnn Mullen
