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Worth-the-Drive: Nature PlayScape at Wesselman Woods

About three hours south of Indianapolis, the Nature Playscape at Wesselman Woods in Evansville makes for a fun...
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Worth-the-Drive: Nature PlayScape at Wesselman Woods

About three hours south of Indianapolis, the Nature Playscape at Wesselman Woods in Evansville makes for a fun family day trip. This five-acre outdoor...

15 Worth-the-Drive Playgrounds in Indiana for Families

Indiana is home to some of the coolest playgrounds in the Midwest, and many of them are worth packing up the car for. We're...

19 Mud-Free Playgrounds Around Indianapolis

Rainy weeks in spring can turn many playgrounds into muddy messes. Luckily, several playgrounds around Indianapolis feature rubber safety surfacing or synthetic turf that...

The Park at Traders Point: Free Indoor Playground (2026)

It’s indoor playground season! As the winter months creep along, our family loves to visit indoor play areas where the kids can burn off...

Fishers Community Center Indoor Playground: A Free Indoor Playground Worth the Drive

We visited the Fishers Community Center indoor playground today, and we were completely blown away by both the size and the sheer coolness of...

25 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Indianapolis for Kids

Looking for the best indoor playground in Indianapolis? When the weather keeps your family inside, these play spaces give kids room to climb, jump,...

Holliday Park’s Reimagined Nature-Inspired Playground

Holliday Park has been completely reimagined! The beloved Indianapolis park has reopened to the public as of November 2025, and has a fun new...

New and Improved: Franklin Township Community Park

The south east side of Indianapolis has a new and improved park and playground! The newly renovated Franklin Township Community Park has received a $2.8-million...

New Playground Alert: Old School Park in McCordsville

There's a new playground on the northeast side of Indianapolis! Old School Park in McCordsville has undergone renovations, so as of September 2025, it's...

Washington Park Opens New Playground & Splash Pad

Washington Park, located on the near east side of Indy, is new and improved! Completed in August 2025, this Indianapolis park has received a...

13 Coolest Playgrounds in the Indianapolis Area

Playgrounds are fun, but these Indianapolis playgrounds take it to a whole other level. If you’re looking for playgrounds with some of the coolest,...

Possibility Playground: Indiana’s Largest Playground

Located in Corydon's Hayswood Nature Reserve at 755 IN-135 in Corydon, Possibility Playground ranks as Indiana's largest and one of the nation's biggest all-inclusive...

Falls Park Playground Review: Pendleton’s Top Playground

Falls Park Playground is located in historic downtown Pendleton, Indiana, alongside Fall Creek. Established in 1920, Falls Park has long been a cornerstone of...

Nature Adventure Playground at Jill Perelman Pavilion

There is no shortage of fun parks and playgrounds in Carmel. The nature adventure playground -- tucked into the woods behind Jill Perelman Pavilion...

Hidden Gem: The Portico at College Park Church

I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting places to take my kids, and I think I've found one of the best-kept secrets...

8 Central Indiana Splash Pads Worth the Drive

Looking to beat the heat this summer? Then get your family to a splash pad! Indianapolis and Central Indiana are home to some of...

Why Meadowlark Park is a Family Favorite in Carmel

In the heart of Carmel’s Arts & Design District, Meadowlark Park has quickly become one of our family's favorite playgrounds near Indianapolis. This 19-acre...

Memorial Park in Lebanon

Located in the heart of Lebanon, Indiana, Memorial Park is a 40-acre park that offers many amenities and has something for everyone. Some of...

Geist Waterfront Park – Beach, Playground + Park

Even though Indiana is a landlocked state, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a day at the beach! Geist Waterfront Park, a 70-acre waterfront...

Arbuckle Acres Park: A Shady Playground in Brownsburg

Searching for the best shady playgrounds Indianapolis has to offer? Arbuckle Acres Park in Brownsburg might be just what you need. It’s a local...

Riverside Adventure Park

Riverside Regional Park, located on the near west side of Indianapolis, is one of the city's biggest parks. And now, it has a new...