In our neck of the woods of Westchester County, we are fortunate to have so many options for indoor play. Indoor play spaces are such helpful spots for getting out of the house in all seasons! If it's too hot, too cold, too wet, or you are in need of an extra-special play event, these play places are awesome spots for children to get their wiggles out. Both gross motor development and fine motor development can benefit from these indoor play spots. And if you don't mind a short drive to try something new, there are a number of indoor places for family fun just outside Westchester County as well.
Here are some ideas of indoor activities, play spaces and museums. Click on the venues name to get to their website.
- Amaze In Pottery, Briarcliff Manor
- BounceU - Kids can literally bounce off the walls during Open Bounce time at Bounce U in Elmsford. This venue also hosts kids' camps and birthday parties. 150 Clearbrook Road, Elmsford.
- Catch Air - Indoor play center. Nanuet
- East Coast Sports and Fitness - Classes, programs, and weekly open play for little ones. Yorktown Heights.
- Palisades Climb Adventure - Toddler area and older children's climbing course at the Palisades Center Mall. West Nyack.
- The Cliffs at Valhalla. Indoor climbing venue has programs for kids as young as 6 years of age. Also a venue for birthday parties.
- Grand Prix/Spins Bowl - Grand Prix has something for every kid -- Go-Kart racing, bowling at Spins Bowl and also a terrific game room & their new Ninja course. 333 North Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco.
- Ninja Warrior Open Gym, 6+ obstacle course for open play. Yonkers
- Gym City - Reasonably priced at $5 for open play, this large structure is lots of fun. Many options for very young ones too, such as Fisher Price vehicles. Cortlandt Manor, NY
- Hapik - Ropes course and climbing. Ridge Hill, Yonkers
- Honey Joe's Family Coffeehouse - Comfortable environment with large wooden play structure. Good for little kids. Nice to relax with a coffee or avocado toast while the children play. Stamford
- Little Kings and Queens Fun Place - Cortlandt Manor
- Pop In! Play Space & Café - Larchmont
- Play Connection by Fun Time Amusement - Bounce houses and more. Jefferson Valley Mall
- Rockin' Jump - This trampoline park has a special area for younger jumpers plus plenty of action for older kids including dodgeball and basketball venues. 333 North Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco.
- Shake It Off - Shake It Off's brand new space offers programs, classes, special events, a DIY art bar, and scheduled open play sessions. Scarsdale, NY
- Sparklicious - Located inside Grand Prix, this sparkly venue is a great place to entertain kids indoors. They can create a craft, have a manicure or even have their make-up done. They have open studio hours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Check their website for details. Sparklicious also has custom birthday parties and holiday break camps. 333 North Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco.
- The Play Place -- This venue has indoor tennis and soccer programs for younger kids plus plenty of "open play" time at reasonable prices. They also host vacation camps for kids ages 3-8 and birthday parties.175 Clearbrook Road, Elmsford.
- World Cup Gymnastics - Open play M - F from 4 - 5. Best for 3 and under.
Indoor Museums to check out include:
Free Play Spaces
- Ossining Library
- Mount Kisco Library
- Armonk Library
- The Westchester Mall Play Area, White Plains
- Jefferson Valley Mall Play Area near the Food Court, Jefferson Valley
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