Indoor Playgrounds are a Hit All Year Long
Living in West Michigan means hot days, cold days, rainy days and more, making it tough at times to find things to do with kids in Grand Rapids.
Enter the Indoor Playground.
Indoor playgrounds are great places to have fun with friends and family and really, you can enjoy them even if the weather is great. These places are popular for birthday parties, too.
Below you’ll find the premier indoor playgrounds around West Michigan for your next outing.
Indoor Playgrounds Menu
Featured Indoor Playgrounds
These indoor play centers consistently deliver all the fun. From drop-in play to birthday parties, these are the indoor playgrounds that West Michigan families return to again and again.
From pottery painting and glass fusing to wood sign painting and the potter’s wheel, children of all ages can explore their artistic side in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.
The studio is walk-in friendly, with helpful staff guiding kids through each step, making it perfect for beginners. Parents love the convenience, while kids love the freedom to create and take home their masterpieces.
Voted a top art studio for kids in Grand Rapids, The Mud Room is a go-to destination for family fun and creative expression, perfect for creating holiday keepsakes and loving memories.
Offerings: Birthday Parties, Field Trips
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Absolutely LOVED The Mud Room! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What a fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming and creative. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. -Amanda Lubbers
Looking for indoor fun in Grand Rapids? We’ve got the perfect spot for kids (and parents who need a break). At BattleGR, families can dive into tactical laser tag, archery tag, axe throwing, basketball, cornhole, and more — all under one roof.
It’s the ultimate way to burn energy, build memories, and escape Michigan weather without the chaos of home.
Whether it’s a rainy-day adventure or weekend fun, we make playtime easy, active, and unforgettable.
Come play today!
Offerings: Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag
Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
We had so much FUN axe throwing, HIGHLY RECOMMEND! There was 20 of us, & the staff was amazing! From check-in, axe throwing training, to the food & drinks, they were professional, kind, & patient. - Carrie
The best part – no quarters required! No appointments! Just come in, pay admission, and all of the games inside are free to play.
Play for an hour, or get an all-day pass so you can come and go as much as you like. The all day pass allows you to take breaks for food and drink at any of the terrific bars and restaurants in Rockford to really make a day of it.
Offerings: Arcade, Birthday Parties
Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
An amazing collection of pinball and arcade machines. Definitely worth the money. You can spend hours and hours here! - Brenden Swenk
We don't allow food while playing, but the professionals do snacks outside for a snack break then resume the fun inside!
We offer 5 day play passes for ease and to save some money, punch cards for our frequent visitors, and we even have a fun wall of unique kids finds for purchase.
So come make a new friend, or bring one with you and get sliding, climbing, and jumping with us!
Offerings: Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties
Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens
Fee: $8 per kid (siblings under 2 are FREE), no time limit!
We love coming here! My 3 year old enjoys coming here with our friends and all the play sets. If you ever have free time, come and enjoy the backyard fun zone.
We provide 17,000 square feet of indoor entertainment with a DJ/state of the art sound system, fully stocked snack bar, arcade, light shows, roller skates & Rollerblades & Fisher price skates & Skate-mate helpers available to rent.
We have birthday packages available during public sessions or for private parties.
Rent our space for all kinds of gatherings or parties!
Check out our website for open skating hours and upcoming special events!
Beginner skating lessons are held on Saturday mornings and Adult Skate every Thursday night!
Ages: Elementary Kids, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Tweens, Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
10 out of 10 would 100% recommend! Always such a fun time! Adult Night on Thursdays is amazing!
Our safe, clean, and welcoming space features specialized sensory equipment like swings, zip lines, trampolines, and climbing structures that help build gross and fine motor skills, balance, and confidence.
Perfect for kids of all abilities. We offer open play, field trips, birthday parties, respite and other special events!
In any weather, families can count on us for fun, connection, and community.
Come play with purpose — where every child can be themselves and parents never have to apologize!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Zipline, Indoor Rock Climbing, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
This place is outstanding! Took my girls for a few hours and left absolutely overjoyed to have found a place that really serves and helps the community. I would give 6 stars if I could!
Abandoned Acres Escape Adventures are one of the most immersive, adventure-based escape rooms in the State.
You and your family are sure to have an amazing unforgettable experience. Perfect for adults, family and kids.
Offerings: Birthday Parties
Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
That place was so awesome. The kids work so good to try and figure out the codes and numbers. I really really recommend this place. The kids had a great time. Same as me. It was fantastic. Will be back. "Olin H"
Here’s what we offer:
*Trampolines
*Go Karts
*Foam Pits
*Battle Beam
*Ninja Course
*Dodge Ball
*Soccer & Basketball
*Slides
*Rope Course
*Rock Climbing
*Dedicated Toddler Areas
We especially love our toddler area’s, It’s filled with trampolines, colorful ball pits, and a fun “Toddler Town” where they can pretend to be firefighters, nurses, officers and more.
It’s a safe space where they can use their imagination. We’re open year-round, right here in Grandville.
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Rock Climbing, Arcade, Birthday Parties
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Fantastic! There is so much to do here, it really is remarkable. It is clean, well staffed, gigantic, and just plain awesome. My children had an absolute blast. We will definitely be back.
With 8 locations across the city, you’ll find spaces to connect, learn, create, and play together.
Enjoy our play areas, explore books, music, and games to take home, and get support from our helpful staff to support your child’s early learning and development.
Offerings: Field Trips, Toddler Play Area
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Craig's Cruisers is West Michigan's largest family fun center with 120,000 square feet of indoor fun!
Offerings include:
• Indoor Go-Karts
• Laser Tag
• Bumper Cars
• Trampoline Park
• Huge Arcade
• Indoor Glow Golf
• Slide Zone
• Buffet with menu featuring salad, pasta, pizza, dessert, and beverages
Craig's Cruisers offers fun for all ages. Visit our website to learn about our specials and packages!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Rock Climbing, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag
Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Enjoy thrilling amusement rides and a toddler tarmac playroom for explorers. Engaging exhibits ignite curiosity, while flight simulators allow young pilots to soar high. All rides, simulators, and exhibits are included with admission, offering endless adventure for kids of all ages.
Visit today and create unforgettable memories with your family!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available
Ages: Babies, Elementary Kids, Middle Schoolers, Toddlers, Preschoolers, High Schoolers, Tweens
No pre-registration needed. Ages 5 and under require parent supervision.
School year schedule:
Mondays 12-1pm: FREE Baby Time
Fridays 12-1pm: Preschoolers Only - $8 members/$10 non-mem
Saturdays 1-2:30pm: All Ages - $12 members/$15 non-mem
See website for summer availability.
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties, Field Trips
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers
Discover fun for all ages, including a HUGE Ninja Course, Trampoline Activities, Playgrounds - including our brand NEW Ropeland Climber.
Laser Tag, Mini Golf, and Escape Rooms may be added to enhance your experience. Our smallest guests are welcome in our Soft Play area and Weebounderz Hideaway!
Escape the cold, have fun, and get some exercise at Rebounderz!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag
Ages: Elementary Kids, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Tweens
Fee: Admission: Admission rates vary, see website for details
Open seven days a week, HAC is the perfect place for kids of all ages to splash, play, and explore. Enjoy our zero-entry water playground, indoor splash pad, 3-story water slide, zip line, lazy river, AquaClimb rock wall, and giant inflatables.
It's the ultimate indoor destination for family fun all year long!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Zipline, Indoor Rock Climbing, Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties, Field Trips
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
We offer Admissions for 1 or unlimited rounds of golf with free play arcades.
Our Ultimate Unlimited admission includes unlimited golf with our new 3D Glasses, free play arcades + 2 games of our Aurora Bowl as well as a refillable soft drink.
Offerings: Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available
Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Climb Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course, conquer 16 thrilling walls, challenge friends in the arcade, and refuel with pizza, snacks, and drinks.
Fun for the whole family!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Rock Climbing, Indoor Playground, Indoor Zipline, Birthday Parties, Arcade, Food Available, Field Trips
Ages: Elementary Kids, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Tweens
Fee: Starting at $10. Admission depends on choice of attraction
Explore play structures, toddler area, ball pool, and more for visits, groups, or parties.
We also offer a delicious selection of treats, including candy, pizza, hot dogs, and refreshing slushies.
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
More than just state of the art auditoriums. Take your pick from spaces that comfortably hold 10 people, or 250.
Offerings: Birthday Parties, Arcade, Field Trips, Food Available
Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Our vibrant space is designed to explore creativity, build confidence, and develop developmental skills through hands-on PLAY.
We have an ever-changing tiny town filled with quality toys that inspire imaginative role play.
Offerings: Birthday Parties, Indoor Playground, Toddler Play Area
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
Located downtown on the Rainbow Road at 11 Sheldon Ave NE, GRCM sparks creativity, curiosity, and imagination with interactive exhibits and daily drop-in programs.
Come play, learn, and grow!
Offerings: Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Field Trips, Birthday Parties, Food Available
Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
Top Voted Family Fun Activity Centers
Each year families vote on the best things in West Michigan. Here’s who took top honors for best indoor play place.
Winner: Craig’s Cruisers
1. Craig’s Cruisers
2. Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
3. Soar N Bounce Trampoline and Adventure Park
4. Tarry Hall Roller Skating Rink
5. Rebounderz Adventure Park
6. Holland Aquatic Center
7. Altitude Trampoline Park
8. 3 Mile Project
9. Pinball Land
10. BattleGR Tactical Games
Full List of Indoor Playgrounds
All the amazing places to get moving and have a blast around West Michigan!
Indoor Play Spots
| 3 Mile Project | 3050 Walkent Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 | Food Available, Indoor Gym |
| Abandoned Acres Escape Rooms | 450 S State St B, Sparta, MI 49345 | Birthday Parties |
| Academy of Art & Design | 6159 28th St SW #9, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Birthday Parties |
| Action Wake Park (Camp Action) | Hudson Trails Dr, Hudsonville, MI, 49426 | Birthday Parties |
| Air Zoo | 6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002 | Toddler Play Area, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| All In Pickleball Gym | 400 76th St SW Ste 8, Byron Center, MI 49315 | Indoor Gym |
| Allegan Event | 439 River St, Allegan, MI 49010 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Rock Climbing, Indoor Playground, Indoor Zipline, Birthday Parties, Arcade, Food Available, Field Trips |
| Altitude Trampoline Park | 3495 Alpine Ave NW, Walker, MI 49544 | Indoor Trampoline Park |
| AMC Theatre | 12270 James St, Holland, MI 49424 3000 Alpine Ave NW, Walker, MI 49544 | Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| AMF Eastbrook Lanes | 3500 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Backyard Fun Zone | 12201 Northland Dr NE, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 | Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties |
| Bam! Entertainment Center | 478 E. 16th St, Holland, MI 49423 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available, Laser Tag |
| BattleGR Tactical Games | 284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag |
| Bright Beginnings | 864 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 |
| Childrens Village Cafe LLC | 505 West Main St Ste E, Lowell, MI 49331 | Indoor Playground, Food Available |
| Chuck E. Cheese's - Walker and Kentwood | 3671 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Clique Lanes | 533 Stocking Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 | Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Craig's Cruisers | 5730 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Rock Climbing, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag |
| Critter Barn | 2950 80th Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464 | Animals, Field Trips |
| Dave & Busters | 3660 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| EverPlay Cafe | 6886 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| For the Kidz Gymnastics | 1391 Gezon Pkwy SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 | Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Indoor Gym |
| Fowling Warehouse | 6797 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Birthday Parties |
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 |
| Giggles and Gourmets | 2426 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 | |
| Goldfish Swim School - Grand Rapids | 2845 Thornhills Ave Ste S, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties |
| Goldfish Swim School - Grandville | 4950 Wilson Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49418 | Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties |
| Goldfish Swim School - Knapp's Crossing | 2224 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties |
| Golf 616 | 400 Dodge NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321 | Food Available |
| Goodrich Quality Theaters | 4417 Broadmoor Ave SE, Kentwood, MI 49512, | Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| GR Skate and Event Center - Byron Center | 3651 84th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 | |
| Grand Rapids Art Museum | 101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 | Field Trips |
| Grand Rapids Children's Museum | 11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Field Trips, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Grand Rapids Grand Prix | 8455 Byron Commerce Dr SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 | |
| Grand Rapids Gymnastics | 1601 Galbraith Ave, Ste 301, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties, Field Trips |
| Grand Rapids Public Library | 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 - Main Branch (and 7 other locations), 1201 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 | Field Trips, Toddler Play Area |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 | Field Trips, Food Available |
| Great Lakes Glow Golf | 3494 Plainfield Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Griff's Ice House | 30 Coldbrook St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 | Birthday Parties |
| Gymnastics in Motion | 3207 M-37, Middleville, MI 49333 |
| Hammer and Stain West Michigan | 3901 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, MI 49418 | Birthday Parties |
| Holland Aquatic Center | 550 Maple Ave, Holland MI 49423 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Zipline, Indoor Rock Climbing, Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties, Field Trips |
| Holland Playland | 446 W 40th St, Holland, MI 49423 | Indoor Playground |
| Hudsonville Lanes | 5775 Balsam Dr, Hudsonville, MI 49426 | Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| Jumping Jupiter Skate and Fun Center | 1775 Evanston Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442 | Indoor Playground, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| Kent District Library | Throughout Kent County | Field Trips, Toddler Play Area |
| Kids Unlimited Activity Center | 596 Baldwin St #2, Jenison, MI 49428 | |
| Kidz Indoor Playground | 5296 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 | Birthday Parties, Indoor Playground |
| Kroc Center (The Salvation Army Kroc Center) | 2500 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 | Aquatic Center, Indoor Gym, Indoor Rock Climbing |
| Main Event Grand Rapids | 3121 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 | |
| Mermaid Bay Kids Indoor Play | 968 28th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| Michigan Gellyball | 3700 Rivertown Pkwy, Grandville, MI 49418 | Birthday Parties |
| MSA (Soccer Buddies) | 3835 Baldwin St. Hudsonville, MI 49426 | Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Indoor Playground, Indoor Gym, Soccer Field, Toddler Play Area |
| MVP SportsClubs | 4085 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 |
| NorthStar Gymnastics Inc. | 724 Byrne Industrial Dr, Rockford, MI 49341 |
| Patterson Ice Center | 2550 Patterson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | |
| Pinball Land | 114 Courtland St, Rockford, MI 49341 | Arcade, Birthday Parties |
| Pinspiration - Wyoming | 2300 Health Dr SW Ste B, Wyoming, MI 49519 | |
| Play Muskegon | 280 W Muskegon Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440 | Birthday Parties, Indoor Playground, Toddler Play Area |
| Playdates Kids Cafe | 3091 29th St, Grand Rapids, MI 49512 |
| R-Athletics | 2845 Thornhills Ave SE Ste A, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, | Birthday Parties, Indoor Gym |
| Rebounderz Adventure Park | 7500 Cottonwood Dr, Jenison, MI 49428 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Arcade, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available, Laser Tag |
| Rising Starz Gymnastics | 250 Dodge Ct Ste 206, Comstock Park, MI 49321 | |
| RiverTown Crossings | 3700 Rivertown Pkwy, Grandville, MI 49418 | Food Available, Indoor Playground |
| Rockford Lanes | 117 E Bridge St NE, Rockford, MI 49341 | Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Roller Fox Skating Center | 12189 E Apple Ave, Ravenna, MI 49451 |
| Scrapyard Climbing Collective | 76 S River Ave, Holland, MI 49423 | |
| Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park (Kentwood) | 3636 29th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Zipline, Indoor Rock Climbing, Birthday Parties |
| Soar N Bounce | 3668 Rivertown Pkwy 2nd Floor, Grandville, MI 49418 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Rock Climbing, Arcade, Birthday Parties |
| Southside Ice Arena | 566 100th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 | Birthday Parties |
| Spectrum Entertainment Complex | 5656 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 | Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Station 300 | 3335 Fairlanes Ave SW, Grandville, MI 49418 | Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Stomping Grounds Play Cafe | 9028 North Rodgers CT SE Suite E, Caledonia, MI 49316 | Birthday Parties, Indoor Playground, Food Available, Toddler Play Area |
| Stop Drop and Play Arcade | 739 S Main St, Wayland, MI 49348 | Aquatic Center, Birthday Parties, Food Available |
| Studio C (Celebration Cinema) | 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | Birthday Parties, Arcade, Field Trips, Food Available |
| Tarry Hall Roller Skating Rink | 3330 Fairlanes Ave SW, Grandville, MI 49418 | |
| TC Paintball - Grand Rapids | 2070 Waldorf St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 | |
| Terra Firma Bouldering Co | 1555 Marshall Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 | Indoor Rock Climbing |
| The Great Escape Room Grand Rapids | 233 Fulton St E #211, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 | Birthday Parties |
| The Lost City | 12330 James St, Holland, MI 49424 | Arcade, Birthday Parties, Food Available, Laser Tag |
| The Mud Room | 1971 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 103, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | Birthday Parties, Field Trips |
| Urban Air Adventure Park | 12331 James St, Holland, MI 49424 | Birthday Parties, Food Available, Indoor Playground, Indoor Rock Climbing, Indoor Trampoline Park |
| Urban Air Adventure Park - Grand Rapids | 3410 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 |
| We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym | 4555 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | Toddler Play Area, Indoor Gym, Indoor Playground, Indoor Trampoline Park, Indoor Zipline, Indoor Rock Climbing, Birthday Parties, Field Trips, Food Available |
| Wengers Bowling Center | 629 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 | Birthday Parties |
| Woodland Mall | 3195 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512 | Indoor Playground, Food Available |
| Zoology | 447 Standale Plaza NW, Walker, MI 49534 |
Free Kids Play Places
Looking for some kid indoor play options that won’t break the bank?
When the weather is cold and wet, try one of the playscapes at the mall. There’s a Magic Tree House at Rivertown Crossings Mall and the forest-themed play area at Woodland Mall.
Grand Rapids Public Library and Kent District Library offer story time, games and endless imaginative play. Check out one of these amazing library branches.
And don’t forget, many favorite indoor playgrounds offer free admission on special days or with special promotions.
Grand Rapids Art Museum offers free general admission on Free Community Days, and Grand Rapids Public Museum offers free admission for Kent County kids up to age 17.
Indoor Playground Map
Use this Google map to find indoor play areas near you.
Indoor Fun Ideas for The Whole Family
Space to run, jump, create, and compete is what dreams are made of for most kids, but how do you do that when your kids span several age ranges ?
Here are indoor play areas where you can take the whole family to play:
1. Defy gravity at Altitude Trampoline Park, Backyard Fun Zone, or Grand Rapids Gymnastics.
2. Want to go beyond trampolines? Craig’s Cruisers has a massive buffet, glow golf, go-karts and an indoor roller coaster, in addition to all the trampolines.
3. Paint, design and create at The Mud Room in Grand Rapids or Paint a Pot in Holland.
4. Catch the latest box office hit at Celebration Cinema. Or attend one of their family-friendly events, like Flick’s Family Films, where movie tickets are free for kids 12 and under.
5. BattleGR Tactical Games has laser tag, ax throwing and court sports for many ages (and even drinks for the grown-ups).
6. Got a daringly curious group? Try an escape room at Abandoned Acres Escape Adventures, letting everyone use their detective skills to solve the puzzle.
7. Head to Pinball Land and play cool 80s and 90s games on open play, all day long.
8. Get active and boogie down at Tarry Hall, Jumpin’ Jupiter Skate Center, or GR Skate and Event Center for some roller-skating fun.
9. Allegan Event Center brings adventure to the indoor playground. Try a climbing wall or an indoor ropes course.
10. If your kids love water play, Holland Aquatic Center will keep kids entertained with their splash pad, lazy river and zip lines. Or splash around at Goldfish Swim School’s family swim time.
11. Explore one of the many engaging exhibits at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Extend your visit with a stop at the planetarium and learn about constellations and distant planets.
12. Spend a whole day at a popular indoor play place — the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. Step inside a bubble, play at the train table, or watch bees build a honeycomb.
13. Go crazy climbing and swinging around at We Rock the Spectrum.
14. For some top-notch fun with play structures, ball pits and so much more, check out Mermaid Bay Indoor Play or Soar N Bounce. Bonus: they offer food, beverages and coffee.
15. Hop in the car and head to Portage to visit the Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum. Explore their hands-on learning opportunities and engaging exhibits.
Toddler Play Places
Toddlers bring energy and excitement to playtime, but they also have different needs in an indoor play area than preschool and elementary-aged kids.
Grand Rapids is booming with toddler activities! There are libraries, activity centers, gymnastics facilities and more that understand how to give toddlers a great experience.
Big Kids Play Places
If you are trying to find kids play places to get your big kid out of the house, there are plenty of options to keep them entertained.
Craig’s Cruisers is one of the few kids play places where they can ride electric go-karts inside, as well as a ROLLER COASTER! And if that isn’t enough, there is laser tag, bumper cars and a ninja course to keep your big kid entertained.
Looking for a little competition? Then check out BattleGR for a game of laser tag, archery tag or axe throwing.
Kids of all ages love bowling. Bowl a few frames at one of these many local bowling centers: AMF Eastbrook Lanes, Clique Lanes, Hudsonville Lanes, Rockford Lanes, Spectrum Entertainment Complex, or Wengers Bowling Center.
Parents will enjoy a trip down memory lane at Pinball Land, where you can challenge your kid to a video arcade game like Pac-Man or try your hand at one of several pinball machines.
Dave and Busters sports a variety of games that appeal to both little and big kids and yes, even adults.
Big kids can challenge their friends and family to a little competition at one of Rebounderz new state-of-the-art golf simulator suites. Or they can work on their short game with indoor miniature golf at Great Lakes Glow Golf.
Pickleball is not only a hit with adults. Reserve a court and practice your dink and drop shot at All-In Pickleball Gym.
More West Michigan Fun
Love this post! As a parent of a toddler, I’m always on the lookout for new and exciting indoor playgrounds to take her to. This list is incredibly helpful in planning fun outings for the weekends. Thanks for sharing! 😊
Launch and Rebounderz would be a great addition
Love your site! EverPlay Cafe would be a great addition to the indoor play list. Just opened this week in Ada!
This is great! Definitely going to share this with the other moms in our homeschool co-op. Thank you!