
13 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Dallas-Fort Worth
Looking for the best indoor playgrounds in Dallas-Fort Worth to help your kids burn off some energy? This parent-curated list is gathering recommendations for all kinds of indoor play areas — from action-packed play zones with climbing structures and slides to soft play spots perfect for toddlers.
Whether it’s too hot, too cold, or just time to mix things up from your go-to outdoor playgrounds, these indoor play places are loved by local families. Explore the list, add your own favorite spots, and leave a review to help other parents find the best indoor play for kids around Dallas-Fort Worth.
Want more ideas? Try DFW's local trampoline parks and restaurants with free playgrounds, too.
Sonshine Playtime
Shila said: Sonshine Playtime is about 3,000 square feet of fun and has a play area designed for all ages.
Play Street Museum
Stephanie W. said: There are Play Street Museums all over Dallas and Fort Worth, with more on the way! Play is such an important part of kids' development, and these museums are meant to encourage that very thing. Each museum has a different theme, such as construction, a farm, the great outdoors, and so many more. You'll find fun, hands on activities at each location, specific to the museum's theme!
Murphy, TXKids Empire
Stephanie W. said: With the Maze for older kids, and the Tots Area for younger kids, the whole family will love Kids Empire! There are tons of activities in the Maze (other than the maze itself, a large obstacle course!)- kids can climb, build with giant blocks, slide, play soccer, and so much more. The littles have a small trampoline for bouncing, a ball pit, small bikes for riding, and slides. Plus, there's a dance floor for everyone to get their groove on- parents too!
Garland, TXDino Kidz
Shila said: The Dino Kidz playground and interactive projection system make entertainment lively, hygienic, educational, and above all, a ton of fun. They have a toddler area that ensures the safety of younger children. They also have a dedicated learning area where kids can enjoy toys, crafts, and stories.
KidMania
Stephanie W. said: With a massive, spacious playground of entertainment with 5 levels, climbing to over 25 feet high, KidMania offers an awesome indoor playground featuring slides, bungee walls, a cave, tunnels, climbing nets, and a toddler area.
Plano, TXSafari Run
Stephanie W. said: Slides, mazes and tunnels, oh my! This animal-themed playground is sure to have your kiddos entertained for hours.
Plano, TX
Crayola Experience
Among 60,000 square feet of space, a colorful 2-story climber playground awaits, as well as a larger creative and coloring adventure. Other attractions include an activity studio, drip art, melted molds, and a crayon factory show where kids learn how crayons are made! There is enough to fill an entire day.
Plano, TXHighland Park Presbyterian Church - The Woods Play Space
Located in Highland Park Presbyterian Church, and made specially for children ages 4 and under, The Woods is a forest-inspired indoor play space and playground. Kids gravitate toward the fun features The Woods offers: slides, hiding places, and climbing structures.
Dallas, TXExcite! Gymnastics - Day Play
This exciting gymnastics center offers drop-in play times, including times especially for toddlers. Kids love getting a good workout on their trampolines, foam pit, mini bars, mini beams, tumble mats and more. All equipment is surrounded by spring floors. Parents must stay and supervise their children during Day Play.
Highland Village, TXPeppa Pig World of Play
Stephanie W. said: Peppa Pig World of Play is a unique indoor play center designed specifically for preschool children and their families. Young children can step into the world of Peppa Pig to explore and interact with a number of different play zones, all based on familiar themes from this popular preschool brand.
Peek n Play
christadiserio said: PeeknPlay is a bright, clean, modern indoor play space designed for parent relaxation while children explore their creativity and imagination. There is a kid-size play town and an amazing tree house with a slide that goes into a ball pit and many more toys to keep your little ones busy for hours.
Jungle Castle
Shila said: Jungle Castle is a muti-level interactive jungle of fun with animal friends throughout. There is a 3-lane slide into a ball pit, a big tube slide, 8,000-ball pit, trampoline, ball air-blower, toddler play area, pretend play area, and more!
Flower Mound, TXLuv 2 Play
Stephanie W. said: Luv 2 Play is a 12,000 sq. ft. facility consisting of 3 levels of indoor playground including crawl tubes, slides, tunnels, and more. There are also separate toddler and baby play areas.
Primary photo: Play Street Museum - Fort Worth
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