Rain, Rain, It’s Here to Stay: Indoor Playgrounds

UPDATED: March 2017

Welcome to the South Sound Indoor Playground Guide! We have listed every indoor playground and indoor play space for kids in South King County, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Olympia, and Thurston County.

If you need a fun and dry place where the kids can burn some energy in Puyallup, Auburn, or just about anywhere….we’ve got you covered! All of these spots also offer parties and special events.

While we do try hard to keep this guide updated, it’s never a bad idea to confirm hours and pricing before you head out.As you can imagine in a list this size, changes are a lot to keep up with (if you know of an addition or correction, do let us know)! 

And, finally…if your kids just want to Bounce…we have a whole additional guide to area bounce houses with open play here! Play on!

 

South King County

The Jungle Gym , Burien

Open Gym sessions  at varying times, plus monthly date nights, camps, and parties.  From their site:

OPEN GYM

Explore, play, practice, or just have tons of fun!  Bounce down trampoline, swing like monkey on the bars, challenge your balance on the beams, climb the rock wall, ropes, and cargo net, then zip across the gym on the zip line! Open Gyms are supervised by our staff to safely maximize the fun! The Jungle Gym is appropriate for 6 months to 12 years. Children 3 years and under must be supervised by an adult.

Up to 2 hours of play during the weekday open gym times.
Tuesday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Wednesday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Thursday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Saturday   12:00-1:00 and Sunday 12:00-1:00

PRICES

Non-Members:  1 Hour $10 per child or up to 2 hours of play for $16

Members:  1 Hour $6 or up to 2 hours of play for $12

Need to run an errand? Additional drop off fee:  $4 for members and non-members, for up to 2 hours. Child must be 3 years old for the drop off service.  Children under 3 are always welcome with a parent or guardian.

MEMBERSHIPS

Become an annual member and receive discounts for some services including open gym and kids night out.

An Annual Membership is $25 for one child plus $10 for each additional sibling.

Kids Night Out Schedule

It’s every 2nd and last Friday of the month from 6:00-9:00 and costs $25 per child for members and $30 for non-members.  If you are interested in becoming a member, annual memberships are $25 for the first child and $10 for each additional child. Children ages 3-12 years (potty trained) are welcome and both members and non-members are invited. Reservations are required as space is limited. Call us 206-248-3547 or reserve online with the following link

Beginning September 6th, we will be offering up to 2 hours of play during the weekday open gym times.
Tuesday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Wednesday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Thursday  11:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00
Saturday   12:00-1:00 and Sunday 12:00-1:00

Non-Members:  1 Hour $10 per child or up to 2 hours of play for $16

Members:  1 Hour $6 or up to 2 hours of play for $12

Drop off fee:  $4 for members and non-members, for up to 2 hours.

Fred Meyer, Multiple Locations

Supervised kids’ play area for use while parents shop. Yes, you must remain in the store, and no, this is not your date night solution. On the other hand, if your shopping list consists of a People magazine and a pumpkin spice latte, I won’t tell! 

Family Fun Center, Tukwila

Open daily (opening/closing times depend on day), except for special closures for private parties. FFC has a variety of indoor play areas. For smaller children (under 58” tall) Kidopolis is a fun play area where youngsters can climb, crawl and explore; admission is $6.00, socks required. Value packages are also available if you want to use multiple attractions. Check out the FFC Specials page or your Entertainment Guide for coupons. FFC is also frequently featured on Groupon.

Southcenter Mall Play Area, Tukwila

Recently remodeled play area with a rainforest theme. Located near the JcPenney’s mall entrance and conveniently situated near lots of kid friendly stores and the awesome family lounge area. The Food Court also boast family friendly eating areas.  Open during mall hours. 

Discovery Playtown Maple Valley

Themed play areas and fun. 10.00 first child/sibling discounts   Monday-Friday 10AM-7PM  (Last admission at 6); Saturday and Sunday 10AM-1PM. We have a detailed review of this new, fun spot here.

Smaland at Ikea, Renton

Shop while your potty trained kids play in the ball pit! Smaland accepts children up to 15 minutes prior to Smaland closing. Open Monday-Saturday, 10:00AM-7:45PM, Sunday, 10:00AM-6:45PM.

Kent Commons Indoor Park, Kent

Indoor Park is a traditional outdoor playground brought inside the Kent Commons Gym! Kids from 10 months to-four-and-a-half years old can play with toys, balls, and other playground equipment in a safe and dry environment. $2/visit, plus $1 for each additional child on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 9:30AM-11:00 AM. A 10-visit pass is $15. Parent supervision required (max 3 children per adult).

The Metropolitan Gym, Kent

Open Gyms are offered Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2-4pm or Saturday from 12-2pm. We often offer additional Open Gym times in the summer or during school holidays, please check our website or look for signs in our gym to look for additional times.

• Member Pricing:  $9/hr or $11 for 2 hours
• Non-member Pricing:  $11/hr or $13 for 2 hours

Trampoline Nation, Federal Way

All ages fun on trampolines!  Regular Hours

Mo-Tu: 4pm to 9pm
We-Th 3/8 & 3/9: 2pm to 9pm
Fr 3/10: 12pm to 11pm
Sa: 10:30am to 11pm
Su: 10:30am to 9pm
Jump time by the hour. No new jumpers after start of last hour.

Jumping
Mon – Fri: $11/hour (+tax), additional hours $7 (+tax).
Sat – Sun: $11/hour (+tax), additional hours $11 (+tax).
No jumpers under 3 years of age.

Be sure to also check their site or fb page for special events and parties.

FWCC Come Play With Me, Federal Way

The Federal Way Community Center has an indoor play gym.. Drop in and let your little ones jump in the inflatable bounce house and play with fun toys, while you enjoy free coffee, compliments of Poverty Bay. Parent participation is required.

Come Play with Me 

Come check out the Community Center’s indoor play gym. Drop in and let your little ones jump in our inflatable bounce house and play with our fun toys.

Drop in fee is $3 per child.
Punchcards $30 for 10 punches, 11th FREE.

Hours: Monday and Friday at 9:30-11:30am
(September – June), Friday’s only for Summer Break

The Commons Play Area, Federal Way

A FREE, brand new play space located just outside Macy’s. Open during mall hours, Monday-Saturday, 10:00 AM-9:00PM, and Sunday, 11:00AM-6:00PM.

Auburn Gymnastics Center, Auburn

Tot Open Gym:
Tot Open Gym is for preschool aged children (6 and under) and their parents. Parents are allowed out into the gym of our 17,000 square foot facility to play with their kids on all of our gymnastics equipment. This is a great indoor activity for you to do with your tots in the Winter. Come to Open Gym to let out some of that extra energy!
Tot Open Gym is avaialble at the following locations at a cost of $5.00 per child.

 Auburn: Monday and Wednesday from 11:30am – 12:30pm.

Sumner: Tuesday and Friday from 11:30am – 12:30pm.

Open Gym:

Regular Open Gym is for school age children and older!

Open Gym is available at both the Auburn and Sumner locations every Friday from 7:30pm – 9:30pm. The cost is $15.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members.

Les Gove Park Indoor Park, Auburn 

  Toddler Indoor Playground (ages 5 and under) – Bring your child for socialization and fun! We provide balls, games, mats, riding toys, climbing toys and more in the Les Gove Gymnasium (located at 910 9th Street SE).

• Winter Hours 2017 (January 4 through February 27)
  Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30-11:00 AM

Cost is $2 per child per session. 10-punch pass also available. No more than three children per adult. No registration required. Parent or caregiver must provide supervision of children at all times. Closed: January 16 & February 20, 2017.

Call ahead for holiday closures, periodic kids’ night out events, and other family fun!  Note from SFM-Drop off option now available if you need to get some errands done. Woot! 

NEW! Drop-In Child Care – Drop-in child care is available for children ages 2 (who are potty trained)-7 years old. Cost is $4/visit or $3/visit with a punch card if parent is enrolled in fitness classes.

Kidz Playtime – Cost is $10 for two hours of care if parent leaves the building.

• Hours are:
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 4:15 PM – 6:45 PM
  • Tuesday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM; 5:15 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM; 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Outlet Collection Play Area, Auburn

A northwest themed soft play area near the Sam’s Club entrance to the mall. There is also a carousel near the Food Court. While the play area is often swamped, the mall itself is never crowded and easier to navigate than the large malls. Open during mall hours. 

Peak Gymastics, Enumclaw

INDOOR PARK         ($4 per child)                      Wednesday and Fridays         12:00 – 2:00 pm
PARENTS NIGHT OUT    ( $10 per child)       Fridays                                                7:30 – 10:30pm
KIDS NIGHT OUT     ( $10 per child)                Saturdays                                          7:00 – 10:00pm

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

Pierce County

WiggleWorks, Puyallup

Award winning soft play and moving equipment for young children is featured at this indoor playground at the South Hill Mall. Open 10:00AM-9:00PM, Monday-Saturday; 11:00Am-6:00PM, Sunday. Admission on weekdays  is 7.00 per/child, and you can come and go! There are lots of deals available for WiggleWorks-save big with a monthly unlimited play pass, and be on the lookout for super party deals. More details at their site or on their Facebook page. We’re proudly sponsored by WiggleWorks-the cleanest, safest, funnest spot around for preschoolers and littles. We promise you’ll love it!

Indoor Playground, Sumner link opens pdf for fall 2016 schedule

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30AM-11:30AM, $3/child, everything set up with kids ages 1-5 in mind! There is music and lots of toys for a fun and safe play session. Parent supervision required; maximum 3 children per caregiver. Space limited to first 35 children. Located at the Robert Miller Gymnasium.

Fife Community Center

No daytime playtimes listed, but they do have Parents Night Out.

Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
Parents, need a night out?! Drop the kids off with us to have a good time with friends! We will be doing crafts, playing games, creating a delicious snack, and more! Join us for an activity filled evening that will be one to surely remember!
Registration deadlines: 4/10
Dates: 4/14
Times: 5:30 – 9 p.m.
Cost: $15/childKids Night Out (ages 5-12)

Indoor Play Park, Puyallup

808 Valley Avenue NW
Puyallup, WA 98371

Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-11:30PM.  Drop-in, child must be accompanied by parent or caregiver. $2/child, $1/additional child.  Punch cards available. For children 5 and younger.

South Hill Mall Play Area, Puyallup

Noah’s ark themed soft play area near Old Country Buffet 

Tacoma Mall Play Area, Tacoma

A “Kidgit” themed play area near the food court, open during mall hours. 

Odyssey One, Tacoma

Odyssey One has a large jungle gym soft play park for kids 10 years and younger, laser tag and an arcade!

Our Jungle Gym Play Park Pricing

• $6.95 for kids ages 2 and over Monday -Friday
• $7.95 for kids ages 2 and over Saturdays & Sundays
• $1.95 for little kids under age 2
• FREE for kids under age 2 with a $6.95 or $7.95 paid admission
• FREE for the supervising adults

Try to go early before the crowds and be sure to check your Entertainment Book for coupons. There are also frequent coupons in the Val Pak mailers.

Edgeworks Climbing, Tacoma

How about an indoor climbing facility? This is a great option for kiddos over age 6, but the facility offers climbing to anyone who wants to try it out!  Day passes are $14 for students, gear is extra. They offer classes, group events, and parties.

Climb Tacoma, Tacoma

$10 for a student day pass. They also host birthday parties, classes and group events. As with Edgeworks, this is a real-deal, climbing gym-not a drop in place for climbing toddlers.

Note-Frog n Kiwi is permanently closed.

 

Children’s Museum of Tacoma, Downtown Tacoma

A recently updated and renovated museum that includes a variety of play areas for children of various ages, including an art space, water play, and lots of imaginative play. Admission is pay-as-you-will. Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10:00AM-4:00PM, closed Tuesdays, Members only on Mondays, 10:00AM-4:00PM. Check out their site for awesome kids’ programs and Parents’ Night Out.

STAR Center Treetops Playground and Sprayground, Tacoma

An urban adventure play era with three different sections designed to engage children ages 6 months to 12 years old.  More than just “play equipment”, this is a creative experience that’s fun for the entire family!

Family & Group Play Playground
Indoor, Outdoor & Lil Leafs Toddler Area
Parent Required in playgrounds.

• Mon-Thur 1-4 pm
• Friday 1-6 pm
• Sat/Sun 12-6 pm

 

Treetops Playgrounds are open daily, Monday-Thursday, 1:00pm-4:00pm; Friday, 1:00pm-6:00pm, and Saturday/Sunday, 12:00pm-6:00pm.  Do note that parents must supervise children at the playground and children must be 44″ tall to play on the Urban Adventure Course. To beat the crowds, avoid the Childwatch Hours which is a supervised childcare time for members’ kids using the facility.  SFM readers recommend a STAR center adult membership, which includes many perks for $26/month. Fees are based on a sliding scale and there is also a military discount.  Drop in day passes are $7/child or $15/month.

 

Tiny Tots Indoor Playground, Lakewood

Kids will delight in the opportunity to run, jump, climb and explore in this safe environment, while creating fun with oodles of toys and space. Parents supervision required, maximum of three children per adult. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30AM-11:00Am, $2/child. Closed June 15-October 3, 2017.

 

Discovery Village, Gig Harbor

Five play areas for children of all ages, including an indoor playground, Moon Sand Beach, The Village (imaginative play space for dramatic play), and Drawing Table. Open Monday-Saturday, 10:00AM-3:00PM, admission $8.50/12 months-12 years, $6.00/siblings, FREE for adults.

Kitsap County

Imagination Station, Port Orchard

Indoor playground and children’s classes. Open Tuesdays and Thru, 12:00PM-3:00PM, admission is $7/child, $5/siblings; first responders and teachers $6/child, $4/siblings. Military/law enforcement/teachers get $1 off! Parent supervision required. Date nights, preschool, and other programs available; detailed information on their site.

Ahoy Kitsap Playland- Bremerton

14 different fun activities for kids, including bounce house, play kitchen area,  21 foot tall slide,  sports zone, play cars. Admission is good for the entire day! FREE/12 months and under and adults, $4/12-24 months, $8/24 months and up, $6/siblings, $1 off for active duty military. Open, Mondays, Tuesday, Fridays, 9:30AM-5:00PM, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30AM-7:00PM.

Thurston County

Charlie’s Safari, Lacey

Update March of 2017: location still not open.

Charlie’s has closed their Lacey location. They are currently working on construction at a new Hawks-Prairie location, anticipating a fall opening. You can check their Facebook page for updates.

22,000 square feet of indoor safari themed play, including a 2 story laser tag arena, huge arcade, play equipment and inflatables! Pride Rock Bounces for ages 5+, 3,000 square foot fully encased play structure, Big Game Hunt Lazer Tag (must be 4′ to play), Big Five Tykes Village (ages 1-4), and an arcade! Costs vary for each area from $6.95-$21.95. Check our their Pricing page for details. Open Mondays-Thursdays, 11:00AM-8:00Pm, Fridays, 11:00AM-9:00Pm, Sundays, 11:00AM-8:00PM. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for specials!

Black Hills Gymnastics, Lacey

Open gym for ages 6-17 Saturdays from 7-10PM 15.00 They also offer date night events as well as classes and parties.

                                                 

Cabela’s, Lacey

There’s no play area here, but there is lots to look at in the 185,000 square foot showroom. Your kids can feed the fish and stare at all the museum quality animal displays, huge aquariums, and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats. There is also an old-fashioned shooting gallery. Open Monday-Saturday, 8:00AM-9:00PM, Sunday, 9:00AM-7:00PM. 

Hands on Children’s Museum, Olympia

While not specifically a playground, this excellent museum offers multiple exhibit galleries for play and exploration. There is an arts studio, building area, forest, farmer’s market, water play area, and climbing structure. Geared toward children ages birth to 10. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10:00AM-5:00PM, Sundays & Mondays, 11:00AM-5:00PM. Outdoor Discovery Center closes at dusk. Admission (ages 1+) $10.95, Seniors (62+) $8.95, Military with ID, $8.95. The first Friday of each month, admission is FREE from 5-9PM. Deals to the museum are featured on Groupon and Living Social, so keep your eyes peeled! Check out their awesome website for plenty of information for first time visitors.

Westfield Capital Mall, Olympia

An animal themed play area near JCPenney is open during mall hours.  Reader Crystina says this mall has a lot to offer for the family, “A foam play area for tots, a family restroom with 4 or 5 changing stations, a kiddie potty next to the adults, foam toys & a movie playing, and nursing stations with curtains, plus there is a Chuck E Cheese for your older kiddos!”

Alley Oop Gymnastics, Tumwater

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