Indoor Activities for Kids in Dallas

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake:: 1700 Keller Springs Road :: The kids section offers a giant light box with pegs, mini play kitchen, a table for building bricks, and buckets of building toys like magnet tile sets.

KIDZ Indoor Playground at Prestonwood Baptist Church :: 6801 West Park Boulevard :: Kids age 10 years and under are welcome here Monday through Friday. Popular features include the three-story slide, obstacle course, and soft play areas.

Altitude :: 112 West Belt Line Road Suite 2 :: Trampolines, air bags, a ninja warrior course, and dodgeball are some of the features offered.

The Ark at Grace Point Church :: 590 South Denton Tap Road :: The indoor playground is open to the public throughout the week. Hours vary.

Cozby Library and Community Commons :: 177 North Heartz Road :: The toddler zone, for kids ages five and under, has building block tables, toys, wall activities, and interactive sculptures.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 110 West Sandy Lake Road :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

Another Round :: 660 Fort Worth Avenue Suite 100 :: Enjoy the indoor mini-golf, ball pit, lawn games, and more.

Bachman Lake Library :: 9480 Webb Chapel Road :: This branch has a children’s section full of toys and play options. Programming includes after school snacks, story time, baby basics, and more.

bb piñata :: 206 West Jefferson Boulevard :: Kids can explore soft play, a miniature grocery store, a ball pit, and more.

Bookmarks :: 8687 North Central Expressway Suite 1514 :: This branch of the Dallas Public Library is designed for kids ages five and under to play and peruse. Programs tailored to young readers are held regularly within Bookmarks or the mall plaza.

Bowlounge :: 167 Turtle Creek Boulevard Suite 103 :: Enjoy arcade games, food, and lane aids. Tuesdays are half price.

Cheeky Monkeys :: 1152 North Buckner Boulevard Suite 105 :: A café space is available with free Wi-Fi, while kids explore features like a clubhouse, soft play, and more. This destination is for kids from 10 months of age to eight years.

Cidercade :: 2777 Irving Boulevard Suite 200 :: Although this is an arcade bar, it is family friendly during the day. The $12 admission allows unlimited play on all games.

EVO :: 5409 Belt Line Road :: This entertainment chain is a dine-in movie theater, bowling alley, and arcade games venue rolled into one.

Frontiers of Flight Museum :: 6911 Lemmon Avenue :: This museum is an outing tailored for any kid who loves planes, helicopters, and space ships.

Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center :: 13350 Dallas Parkway Suite 200 :: Select a skating option: one session, multiple lesson bundles, group skating, or public skating.

Galleria Dallas Play Place :: 13350 Dallas Parkway :: This playground is designed as a rainforest with log tunnels and frogs for kids 42 inches or shorter.

J. Erik Jonsson Library :: 1515 Young Street :: The Youth Discovery Center section has early learning system touch-screen computers with educational and entertaining games for kids as young as two.

Kids Empire :: 930 Wynnewood Drive :: This indoor playground has a separate soft play section for toddlers, hosts birthday parties, and offers punch cards.

Main Event :: multiple locations :: With bowling, laser tag, games, food, and a full bar under one roof, Main Event is a destination for all ages.

Moody Family Children’s Museum :: 2201 North Field Street :: Discover a mini farmers market, indoor campground, water play, construction zone, fossil dig site, and more. Membership or admission is required.

Movement :: 141 Glass Street, 8021 Walnut Hill Lane :: Formerly known as Summit Climbing, this indoor climbing gym welcomes all levels and ages.

Northeast Texas Children’s Museum :: 100 Maple Street :: Every exhibit offers a unique play experience for kids ages two through eight.

Play Street Museum :: 7130 Skillman Street Suite 150 :: Designed for kids ages eight and under, this interactive kid-sized village has a hotel, movie theater, pizzeria, and more.

Pump It Up :: 9110 Autobahn Drive Suite 120 :: This indoor play area is full of inflatable slides, obstacle courses, bounce houses, and more. Kids must be at least 34 inches tall.

SPARK! :: 1409 Botham Jean Boulevard Suite 004 :: Climb through a slinky tunnel, create on the giant light bright, or craft recycled butterflies. Complimentary parking in downtown is a rare bonus!

Tree Fort at Watermark Community Church :: 7540 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway :: This church shares its indoor playground with the public from Monday through Saturday.

University Park Public Library :: 8383 Preston Center Plaza Suite 200 :: This library’s kids sections has plenty of puzzles, computers, and building blocks.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 14902 Preston Road :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

We Rock the Spectrum :: 11722 Marsh Lane Suite 336 :: This chain of indoor gyms is designed for kids with sensory processing disorders, but encourages all ability levels to play together.

The Woods at Hyland Park Presbyterian Church :: 3821 University Boulevard :: Kids ages four and under are welcome to explore the indoor playground at this church. Community hours are Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

We Rock the Spectrum :: 901 North Polk Street Suite 370 :: This chain of indoor gyms is designed for kids with sensory processing disorders, but encourages all ability levels to play together.

Manske Library :: 13613 Webb Chapel Road :: The kid’s zone here has a wide selection of games, puzzles, and scenic views.

StarCenter :: 12700 North Stemmons Freeway :: Bring your own skates or rent some for $5. Register online for public skate time with or without skates. Group sessions are also available.

Bowlero :: 1950 Marketplace Drive :: Drop in for bowling, arcades, or billiards. Enjoy unlimited bowling on Sundays, and half-price arcades on Wednesdays.

Jumping World :: 4445 Saturn Road Suite B :: Kids enjoy dodgeball, trampoline hoops, a toddler world, and more.

Kids Empire :: 550 Town Center Boulevard :: This indoor playground has a separate soft play section for toddlers, hosts birthday parties, and offers punch cards.

Monster Yogurt :: 9540 Garland Road :: This fro-yo spot offers non-dairy options and free WiFi, and has an indoor play structure in the “Monster Cave” where kids can climb and play.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 3046 Lavon Drive :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

Bolder Adventure Park :: 2324 West Warrior Trail :: This adventure park has attractions for all ages such as synthetic ice skating, ziplining, and more.

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark :: 2970 Epic Place :: With year-round attractions, cabanas, arcades, and dining, this indoor water park has it all.

Main Event :: 3106 State Highway 161 :: With bowling, laser tag, games, food, and a full bar under one roof, Main Event is a destination for all ages.

Altitude :: 3530 Grapevine Mills Boulevard :: Trampolines, air bags, a ninja warrior course, and dodgeball are some of the features offered.

Crush It! :: 401 West State Highway 114 :: This venue features multiple sport simulators — think virtual golf, soccer, etc. — a dog-friendly patio, food, and music.

Great Wolf Lodge :: 100 Great Wolf Drive :: This hotel venue has an indoor water park, ropes course, arts and crafts, and much more.

Main Event :: 407 West State Highway 114 :: With bowling, laser tag, games, food, and a full bar under one roof, Main Event is a destination for all ages.

Movement :: 3105 William D Tate Avenue :: Formerly known as Summit Climbing, this indoor climbing gym welcomes all levels and ages.

Peek N Play :: 2805 East Grapevine Mills Circle :: Designed for kids ages eight and under, this two story indoor play space has a ball pit, a kid-sized village, and other fun activities.

Peppa Pig World of Play :: 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway :: Kids visit Peppa’s house, explore the sensory garden, and jump in muddy puddles.

The REC of Grapevine Indoor Playground :: 1175 Municipal Way :: This playground is open to the public. Slides, climbing structures, and tunnels keep kids active and exploring.

Ground Control :: 2000 Market Place Boulevard :: Rock climbing, a ninja course, jousting, and dodgeball are among the attractions at this trampoline park.

PINSTACK :: 2750 West Lyndon B Johnson Freeway :: Pinstack offers bowling, laser tag, rock climbing, and more.

Sky Zone :: 3823 Irving Mall :: This trampoline park has ultimate dodgeball, warrior courses, and laser tag. There is also a toddler zone and dedicated toddler time.

South Irving Library :: 601 Schulze Drive :: Cozy spinning chairs, construction toys, a writing center, and a kitchenette fill the discovery zone.

The Tubes at Irving Bible Church :: 2435 Kinwest Parkway :: This indoor playground is open daily and has climbing, slides, and more.

Kids Empire :: 3636 Gus Thomasson Road :: This indoor playground has a separate soft play section for toddlers, hosts birthday parties, and offers punch cards.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 3777 Childress Avenue :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

Altitude :: 110 West Campbell Road :: Trampolines, air bags, a ninja warrior course, and dodgeball are some of the features offered.

K1 :: 677 West Campbell Road :: Junior racers must be at least 48 inches tall and are never on the same track as teen/adult racers.

Monster Yogurt :: 1360 West Campbell Road Suite 101 :: This fro-yo spot offers non-dairy options and free Wi-Fi, and has an indoor play structure in the “Monster Cave” where kids can climb and play.

StarCenter :: 522 Centennial Boulevard :: Bring your own skates or rent some for $5. Register online for public skate time with or without skates. Group sessions are also available.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 5757 State Highway 205 :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

EVO :: 108 Broadhead Road :: This entertainment chain is a dine-in movie theater, bowling alley, and arcade games venue rolled into one.

Urban Air Adventure Park :: 507 North Highway 77 :: Enjoy virtual reality, indoor skydiving, climbing, and more with the ultimate ticket. A basic ticket accesses the trampolines.

African American Museum :: 3536 Grand Avenue :: Explore exhibits including the African American folk art collections, biographies of former slaves, and more exhibits.

Dallas Children’s Theater :: 5938 Skillman Street :: Shows are tailored for families and often have pre-show activities.

Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum :: 300 North Houston Street :: Exhibits and testimony theaters help kids harness respect and gratitude when embracing differences and spreading kindness.

Dallas Museum of Art :: 1717 North Harwood Street :: Check out the free open studio on the first and third weekends of each month in the tower gallery on level four.

Frontiers of Flight Museum :: 6911 Lemmon Avenue :: A children’s discovery area, planetarium, and knowledgeable docents make this a learning experience for kids and adults.

The Home Depot Kids Workshops :: multiple locations :: Swing by Home Depot on the first Saturday of the month for a kids “drop-in workshop,” from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Latino Cultural Center :: 2600 Live Oak Street :: The architecture, sculptures, plays, and gallery tickle the senses and leave a memorable experience.

Magic Time Machine Restaurant :: 5003 Belt Line Road :: Servers dress and behave as historical icons, and serve up “dinner and a show.”

Medieval Times :: 2021 North Stemmons Freeway :: Enjoy dinner sans cutlery and a jousting tournament in an 11th century-style castle.

Museum of Illusions :: 701 Ross Avenue :: Optical illusions, visual tricks, and interactive displays are all part of the cool factor here.

Reunion Tower :: 300 Reunion Boulevard East :: The view from the GeO-Deck, inside the famous rotating ball in the sky, never gets old.

SPARK! :: 1409 Botham Jean Boulevard Suite 004 :: Climb through a slinky tunnel, create on the giant light bright, or craft recycled butterflies. Complimentary parking in downtown is a rare bonus!

WaterTower Theatre :: 15650 Addison Road :: Pick from a variety of age appropriate performances to enjoy with the whole family.

The Firehouse Theatre :: 2535 Valley View Lane :: This gem has engaging children’s shows for kids of all ages, excellent performance and production quality, and concessions.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! :: 601 East Palace Parkway :: A wax museum, mirror maze, 7D moving theater, and exhibits full of the fascinating and bizarre make for a memorable family adventure.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center :: 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway :: Take your LEGO® lover to this theme park with rides, stations to build and test LEGO® racers, Miniland, and more for all ages. Tickets are discounted after 3:00 p.m.

Irving Arts Center :: 3333 North MacArthur Boulevard :: The center has exhibits, performances, and free events such as Second Sunday Funday where families make art centered around a monthly theme.

The Core Theatre :: 518 West Arapaho Road :: This theater has family friendly shows.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake:: 1700 Keller Springs Road :: The kids section offers a giant light box with pegs, mini play kitchen, and more.

Cozby Library and Community Commons :: 177 North Heartz Road :: The toddler zone, for kids ages five and under, has building block tables, toys, wall activities, and interactive sculptures.

African American Museum :: 3536 Grand Avenue :: Explore exhibits including the African American folk art collections, biographies of former slaves, and more exhibits.

Bachman Lake Library :: 9480 Webb Chapel Road :: This branch has a children’s section full of toys and play options. Programming includes after school snacks, story time, baby basics, and more.

Bookmarks :: 8687 North Central Expressway, Suite 1514 :: This branch of the Dallas Public Library is designed for kids ages five and under to play and peruse. Programs tailored to young readers are held regularly within Bookmarks or the mall plaza.

Children’s Aquarium :: 1462 1st Avenue :: Kids can pet stingrays, feel starfish and doctor fish, or watch their drawings come to life in a virtual seascape.

Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum :: 300 North Houston Street :: Exhibits and testimony theaters help kids harness respect and gratitude when embracing differences and spreading kindness.

Dallas World Aquarium :: 1801 North Griffin Street :: Explore exhibits with animals from the rainforest, Central America, South Africa, and the ocean.

Frontiers of Flight Museum :: 6911 Lemmon Avenue :: A children’s discovery area, planetarium, and knowledgeable docents make this a learning experience for kids and adults.

The Home Depot Kids Workshops :: multiple locations :: Swing by Home Depot on the first Saturday of the month for a kids “drop-in workshop,” from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

J. Erik Jonsson Library :: 1515 Young Street :: The Youth Discovery Center section has early learning system touch-screen computers with educational and entertaining games for kids as young as two.

Magic Time Machine Restaurant :: 5003 Belt Line Road :: Servers dress and behave as historical icons, and serve up “dinner and a show.”

Medieval Times :: 2021 North Stemmons Freeway :: Enjoy dinner sans cutlery and a jousting tournament in an 11th century-style castle.

Moody Family Children’s Museum :: 2201 North Field Street :: Discover a mini farmers market, indoor campground, water play, construction zone, fossil dig site, and more. Membership or admission is required.

Museum of Illusions :: 701 Ross Avenue :: Optical illusions, visual tricks, and interactive displays are all part of the cool factor here.

Northeast Texas Children’s Museum :: 100 Maple Street :: Every exhibit offers a unique play experience for kids ages two through eight.

Perot Museum of Nature and Science :: 2201 North Field Street :: This architectural landmark has exhibits on dinosaurs, geology, robotics, and more.  Onsite dining is available.

Texas Discovery Gardens :: 3601 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard :: The butterfly house is an indoor, multi-level rainforest full of exotic butterflies, with a daily butterfly release.

University Park Public Library :: 8383 Preston Center Plaza Suite 200 :: The kids section has plenty of puzzles, computers, and building blocks.

Manske Library :: 13613 Webb Chapel Road :: The kid’s zone here has a wide selection of games, puzzles, and scenic views.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! :: 601 East Palace Parkway :: A wax museum, mirror maze, 7D moving theater, and exhibits full of the fascinating and bizarre make for a memorable family adventure.

House of Shine :: 334 South Barton Street :: Each unique room of this self-discovery museum helps kids study themselves, their strengths, hobbies, interests, irritants, and needs.

SEA LIFE Grapevine :: 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway :: Kids can check out an ocean tunnel, turtle talks, and stingray feeds.

Talking Animals Books :: 103 West Worth Street :: This kid-friendly bookstore has a playroom enclosed with a baby gate, and a changing table with supplies in the restroom.

South Irving Library :: 601 Schulze Drive :: Cozy spinning chairs, construction toys, a writing center, and a kitchenette fill the discovery zone.