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When the weather won’t cooperate, Indianapolis families have plenty of options to keep kids active and entertained. Whether you’re escaping a rainy afternoon, a frigid winter day, or the blazing summer heat, these indoor playgrounds offer safe spaces for climbing, jumping, and imaginative play. Here are the best indoor play spaces around Indianapolis.
Details were verified where available on December 15, 2025 for the 2025/26 season.
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Indianapolis Indoor Playgrounds & Trampoline Parks
Smiley Indoor Playground
This massive 25,000-square-foot Castleton facility features the latest virtual reality technology alongside classic playground fun. Kids can bounce on trampoline basketball courts, race down fast slides, tackle the obstacle course, scale the rock wall, and explore an enormous tube-and-slide structure.
Location: 5729 E. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46250
Cost: Prices vary. Learn more here.
Hours: Mon 11 am-8 pm; Tues Closed; Wed-Thurs 11 am-8 pm; Fri 11 am-9 pm; Sat 10 am-10 pm; Sun 11 am-9 pm
The Busy Bee Play Cafe
This play cafe concept lets adults unwind with coffee while kids burn energy on the play equipment. The space blends child-friendly excitement with a relaxing atmosphere for parents.
Location: 5635 W. 96th St., Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46278
Cost: $15 per child (ages 1-10). Under 1 free with paid sibling ($5 without). Memberships available.
Hours: Fall/Winter (Oct-Apr): Mon-Wed 9 am-5 pm; Thurs-Sat 9 am-7 pm; Sun 9 am-4 pm
Kid’s Planet (Temporarily closed)
Kid’s Planet in Brownsburg features a multi-story indoor playground with play areas for all ages up to 14, including a dedicated toddler zone.
Location: 499 Southpoint Circle, Suite 101-102, Brownsburg, IN 46112
Cost: Ages 4-14: $16 (Mon-Fri) / $18 (Sat-Sun). Under 3 or over 18: $10. Non-slip socks required ($2.50/pair). Learn more here.
Hours: Wed-Thurs 10 am-8 pm; Fri-Sat 10 am-9 pm; Sun 10 am-7 pm; Mon-Tues (school breaks and summer only) 10 am-8 pm
Kids Empire
Kids Empire offers 15,000 square feet of climbing, running, and spinning fun. The facility features two play areas: The Maze with challenges for all ages, and a Tot area designed for younger children.
Location: 8707 Hardegan St., Indianapolis, IN 46227
Cost: $19.90/child (ages 1-17) for all-day access with re-entry. Two adults per child free; additional adults $5. Infants 0-11 months free with sibling.
Hours: Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 pm; Fri-Sun 10 am-10 pm. Open every day including holidays.
Sky Zone Indy
Sky Zone is an extreme airpark where kids can defy gravity on trampolines, aerial attractions, and a Ninja Warrior-style course.
Location: 8356 Masters Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46250
Also in Indianapolis: Sky Zone Indy South, 4150 Kildeer Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46237
Cost: Tickets and memberships vary by day and age. Learn more here.
Hours: Vary by session. Check the official tickets page before visiting.
Little Kid Hours: Check the park’s website for current toddler sessions.
Adrenaline
Indiana’s largest indoor adventure park spans 50,000 square feet with trampolines, a ninja warrior course, climbing wall, jousting, ropes course, warped wall, stunt fall, giant inflatable hamster balls, and more.
Location: 10080 E. 121st St., Suite 182, Fishers, IN 46037
Cost: Tickets and memberships vary. Learn more here.
Hours: Check official website for current hours.
Little Kid Hours: Check the venue’s schedule for toddler times.
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air packs so much into one space you might need a second visit. Test your skills on the Warrior Obstacle Course, compete with friends, or practice freestyle tricks. The facility also has an enormous indoor playground perfect for younger children.
Location: 14450 Mundy Dr., Noblesville, IN 46060
Also in Plainfield: 392 Plainfield Commons Dr., Plainfield, IN 46168
Cost: Tickets and memberships vary. Learn more here.
Hours: Check official website for current hours.
Little Kid Hours: Check the venue’s schedule for toddler times.
Sweet Peas Play Cafe
Sweet Peas combines a coffee shop for adults with an indoor playground for kids. The 3,500-square-foot facility has two play areas including a dedicated space for crawlers. They also host private birthday parties and special events.
Location: 1825 S. Plate St., Kokomo, IN 46902
Cost: Check website for current pricing. Learn more here.
Hours: Check website for current hours.
Storybook Play Cafe
This cozy Greenwood play cafe offers imaginative play areas for kids while grown-ups relax with coffee and snacks. Reservations are strongly encouraged (walk-ins welcome when space allows), and a waiver is required for each child.
Location: 1001 State Road 135, Suite B3, Greenwood, IN 46142
Cost: $11.99 per child; adults free. One child under 1 plays free with paid sibling. See pricing details.
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm; Sat 9 am-4 pm; Sun 11 am-4 pm
Funland Indoor Playground
Funland is an indoor playground where kids 10 and under can play all day. The space includes slides, a ball pit, a zip line, and a toddler area, making it a great option for mixed ages.
Location: 5720 Pebble Village Ln., Suite 100, Noblesville, IN 46062
Cost: Kids 2 & under: $15; Kids 3 & up: $17; parents enter free. Babies under 11 months are free with a sibling. Socks required ($3). Learn more here.
Hours: Mon-Thurs 10 am-6 pm; Fri-Sat 10 am-7 pm; Sun 12-5 pm
Carter’s Play Place
Carter’s Play Place is a welcoming indoor playground designed for kids of all abilities. The space aims to be a calmer environment and includes adaptive play equipment and sensory activities, alongside plenty of room for active play.
Location: 1021 Kendall Ct., Westfield, IN 46074
Cost: Under age 2: $13; Ages 2+: $18 (plus tax). Socks required for kids who play ($3.50). Learn more here.
Hours: Mon Closed; Tues-Sat 9 am-5 pm; Sun 12-5 pm; Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am-12 pm: Kiddie Carter’s (4 and under)
We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym (Carmel)
We Rock the Spectrum is an inclusive indoor play gym designed for sensory-friendly fun. Kids can climb, swing, jump, and explore in a space built to support safe sensory experiences, and the facility also offers programs through the nonprofit My Brother Rocks the Spectrum Foundation.
Location: 13644 N. Meridian St., Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-564-4163
Cost: Open play is $16 per child for 2 hours; siblings are $14. Multi-visit passes and memberships are also available. See open play details.
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–6 pm. Weekend open play hours may vary based on private rentals and party reservations, so check the schedule or call before you go.
Indoor Playgrounds at Museums & Community Centers
Discovery Station at Conner Prairie (Temporarily Closed)
Discovery Station delights kids through age nine with a Kids’ Playscape, fort-building zone, craft area, reading nook, and a special infant area.
Update: Conner Prairie’s indoor Museum Experience Center is under construction with an early 2026 opening target. Indoor experiences are not currently available.
Location: 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers
Cost: Included with Conner Prairie admission; free for members
Playscape at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The Playscape at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis offers sensory exploration for kids ages five and under. Separate areas for toddlers and babies feature a climbing pod, sand area, water play, and more. Family amenities include private nursing areas, family restrooms, and diaper-changing stations.
Location: 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis
Cost: Included with general admission; free for members
Hours: Vary by season. Learn more here.
KidCity at Greenwood Community Center
This two-story, STEAM-focused indoor playground opened in 2017. Activity centers incorporate educational themes in art, science, and music.
Location: 100 Surina Way, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: Day pass: $6 (non-members) / $4 (members)
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-8 pm; Sat 10 am-6 pm; Sun 12-6 pm
Monon Station Indoor Playground
Monon Station at the Monon Community Center features big climbers, a soft play area for little ones, and STEM-style activities. Entry requires a membership or day pass, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Location: Monon Community Center, 1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032
Cost: Included with membership, or purchase a day pass (Ages 3-15: $14; Ages 16-64: $17; Ages 65+: $14)
Hours: Mon-Fri 1:30-8 pm; Sat 1-6 pm; Sun 9 am-6 pm
Broad Ripple Park Family Center
One of Indy’s newest indoor playgrounds features a large structure with a giant tube slide, plus activity tables and toys for additional play.
Location: 1426 Broad Ripple Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46220
Cost: $2/child
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-8 pm; Sat 9 am-5 pm; Sun Closed
Fishers Community Center Indoor Playground
This two-story playground features a tunnel slide, low-climbing zones, and a toddler area. Best of all, it’s free for everyone. Reservations are required, and direct adult supervision is mandatory.
Location: 11400 Johnson Farm Way, Fishers, IN 46037
Cost: Free
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-7:45 pm (15-minute break at :45 each hour; closed 1:45-3 pm for cleaning); Sat 9 am-5:45 pm (same breaks); Sun 12-4:45 pm; First Friday of each month closed until 4 pm for safety inspection
Free Indoor Playgrounds Near Indianapolis
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The Treehouse at Plainfield Christian Church
This beautiful indoor play structure is bathed in natural light and designed to look like a whimsical tree. Kids ages 2-12 can climb through the branches and slide back down.
Location: 800 Dan Jones Road, Plainfield
Cost: Free
Hours: Tues/Thurs 9-11 am or 1-3 pm; Wed 5-7 pm
The Commons in Columbus
Worth the drive from Indianapolis, this huge indoor playscape has separate areas for tots, preschoolers, and big kids. Parents often find themselves scaling the three-story climber right alongside their children.
Location: 300 Washington St., downtown Columbus, IN 47201
Cost: Free
Hours: Sun-Sat 9 am-8 pm
Cornerstone Lutheran Church
This Fishers playground offers climbing opportunities for older kids and a separate toddler-friendly area.
Location: 13450 E. 116th St., Fishers
Cost: Free
Hours: Check the venue’s website for current open play hours.
The Park at Traders Point Christian Church
This expansive space is divided into zones: a preschool play structure, a larger structure for older kids, basketball courts, a rock-climbing wall, and a quiet zone for kids who may become overstimulated. An oasis area offers a spot for snack breaks.
Location: Traders Point Christian Church, 6590 S. Indianapolis Rd., Whitestown
Cost: Free
Hours: Mon-Tues Closed; Wed-Thurs 1-5 pm; Fri 8 am-12 pm & 1-5 pm; Sat 8 am-12 pm & 1-4 pm; Sun 1-5 pm (holiday hours may vary)
Playzone at The Community Center at AFC
This Anderson playground stands 40 feet long, 27 feet wide, and 24 feet high, with five levels of slides, climbing, and more.
Location: 2301 Meridian St., Anderson, IN 46016
Cost: Free
Hours: Check the venue’s calendar for open play times.
The Hideout (formerly The Center at The Well Community Center)
This eco-friendly indoor play area features repurposed toys, furniture, and carpet tiles. A release form is required and can be completed online or upon arrival.
Update: As of Fall 2025, The Well Community Center transitioned to The Hideout. Confirm current hours and reservation options on the official page.
Location: 554 Pit Road, Brownsburg, IN 46112
Cost: Free (confirm current details online)
Hours: Check website for current hours. Learn more here.
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