Kalamazoo Indoor Play Areas that Deserve Your Attention
Looking for a break from the outdoors when our Michigan weather isn’t playing nice?
Nothing puts a damper on the day when outdoor plans fall apart due to the weather. Or, sometimes we simply prefer an indoor play space due to the welcoming atmosphere and a chance for our kids to meet new friends.
Visit one of these great kids’ indoor playgrounds near Kalamazoo.
We have compiled a list of some of our readers’ favorite indoor play spaces to have a delightful time inside when the skies are gray.
These spaces are perfect for running, jumping, sliding and swinging, and options are endless—whether your child wants to tackle an obstacle course or have fun in a gym class.
Which venue will you visit first?
Featured Indoor Playgrounds and Activities
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Rain or shine, these spots around Kalamazoo are always a good go-to with the family.
We do our best to provide accurate information, however, it is best to call ahead to confirm hours/pricing as listings are subject to change.
Kids Play Places in Portage
Play Inside at Kingdom Sports
8151 Merchant Place, Portage MI 49002
Kingdom Sports offers the community soccer, flag football, baseball, skateboarding and lacrosse inside the Kingdom Indoor Center (KIC), an enormous, 60,000 square foot indoor sports facility. Kingdom also owns and operates the nearby KIDFIT Daycare facility, which uses the KIC arena on inclement weather days.
Kingdom Sports offers Toddler Open Play on Mondays & Wednesdays starting Sept 12th. Feel free to drop in from 10:30-11:30 and for $5, your child can enjoy playing with balls & toys on an indoor turf.
Kingdom Sports also welcomes athletes aged 2-18 years old to participate in one of their classes:
• Micro Kickers Soccer (Ages 2 & 3 with Parent participation)
• Mini Kickers Soccer (Ages 4-6)
• Tech and Play Soccer (Ages 7–11)
• Flag Football (Ages 5-7)
Youth Leagues
• Soccer (Ages 4-18)
• Flag Football (Ages 6-16)
Not just kids - sign up for an adult league!
• Soccer (Men's, Women's, Coed)
• Flag Football
Kingdom Sports offers Toddler Open Play on Mondays & Wednesdays starting Sept 12th. Feel free to drop in from 10:30-11:30 and for $5, your child can enjoy playing with balls & toys on an indoor turf.
Kingdom Sports also welcomes athletes aged 2-18 years old to participate in one of their classes:
• Micro Kickers Soccer (Ages 2 & 3 with Parent participation)
• Mini Kickers Soccer (Ages 4-6)
• Tech and Play Soccer (Ages 7–11)
• Flag Football (Ages 5-7)
Youth Leagues
• Soccer (Ages 4-18)
• Flag Football (Ages 6-16)
Not just kids - sign up for an adult league!
• Soccer (Men's, Women's, Coed)
• Flag Football
"I cannot speak highly enough about Kingdom Sports. My son loves attending their Mini-Kickers classes. They’re the best place for soccer! They also have teams for men, women, and co-ed!"
- Taylor B.
- Taylor B.
Kids Play Places in Portage
Play Inside at The Little Gym of Kalamazoo
408 W Centre Ave, Suite B, Portage MI 49024
At The Little Gym, we believe kids should be able to act like kids. We also believe fun environments are especially conducive to the kind of learning that prepares them for life’s adventures.
Through unique programs that revolve around active play, we complement and enhance the traditional school experience - even before kids are school age! We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills.
Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Kalamazoo to find the one that’s just right for your child.
Through unique programs that revolve around active play, we complement and enhance the traditional school experience - even before kids are school age! We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills.
Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Kalamazoo to find the one that’s just right for your child.
"Highly recommend! After our free trial class, we were hooked! My 8 month old shows new skills and all smiles each week. Staff is awesome and facility is kept squeaky clean."
Kristie
Kristie
Kids Play Places in Wyoming
Play Inside at Craig's Cruisers In Wyoming
5730 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming MI 49509
"Where the fun never ends!"
Craig's Cruisers is West Michigan's largest family fun center with 120,000 square feet of indoor fun!
Attractions and offerings include:
• Indoor Go-Karts
• Laser Tag
• Ninja Course
• Bumper Cars
• Trampoline Park
• Huge Arcade
• Buffet with menu featuring salad, pasta, pizza, dessert, and beverages
Craig's Cruisers offers fun for all ages. Contact us or visit our website to learn about our specials and packages!
Craig's Cruisers is West Michigan's largest family fun center with 120,000 square feet of indoor fun!
Attractions and offerings include:
• Indoor Go-Karts
• Laser Tag
• Ninja Course
• Bumper Cars
• Trampoline Park
• Huge Arcade
• Buffet with menu featuring salad, pasta, pizza, dessert, and beverages
Craig's Cruisers offers fun for all ages. Contact us or visit our website to learn about our specials and packages!
Kids Play Places in Kalamazoo
Play Inside at the Air Zoo
6151 Portage Rd, Kalamazoo MI 49002
Everyone is invited to imagine, explore and discover at the Air Zoo!
Looking for kid-friendly things to do in Kalamazoo? The Air Zoo is the perfect place to bring your family for a day full of interactive exhibits and exciting experiences.
Easily accessible in Southwest Michigan, the Air Zoo proudly offers a collection of family-friendly activities, including hands-on learning exhibits, rides and flight simulators.
Looking for kid-friendly things to do in Kalamazoo? The Air Zoo is the perfect place to bring your family for a day full of interactive exhibits and exciting experiences.
Easily accessible in Southwest Michigan, the Air Zoo proudly offers a collection of family-friendly activities, including hands-on learning exhibits, rides and flight simulators.
Kids Play Places in portage
Play Inside at Jungle Joes Family Fun Center
7255 S Sprinkle rd, portage MI 49002
Jungle Joe's is an inflatable playland that promotes healthy physical play for kids, allowing them to choose from bouncing, climbing, sliding, and racing.
Enjoy being outside? Check out our adventure mini-golf course.
Our mission is to help the whole family have fun and make memories to last a lifetime.
Enjoy being outside? Check out our adventure mini-golf course.
Our mission is to help the whole family have fun and make memories to last a lifetime.
Kids Play Places in Allegan
Play Inside at Allegan Event
439 River St, Allegan MI 49010
Looking for an indoor fun destination with a major "wow!" factor?!
Conveniently located 30-minutes from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Holland, Allegan Event is home to Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course and offers endless adventurous activities for guests of all ages to connect, get active, and make lasting memories.
Conveniently located 30-minutes from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Holland, Allegan Event is home to Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course and offers endless adventurous activities for guests of all ages to connect, get active, and make lasting memories.
Directory: Indoor Places for Kids
Try this MEGA list for indoor spaces for kids, from toddlers to teens.
Looking to explore beyond SWMI? Try these Indoor Playgrounds in Grand Rapids.
| Airborne Adventure Park 5103 PORTAGE RD, PORTAGE MI 49002 |
| Airway Fun Center 5626 PORTAGE RD, PORTAGE MI 49002 |
| Air Zoo 6151 PORTAGE RD, PORTAGE MI 49002 |
| Allegan Event 439 RIVER ST, ALLEGAN MI 49010 |
| Climb Kalamazoo 136 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo MI 49007 |
| Craig’s Cruisers Family Fun Centers 5730 CLYDE PARK AVE SW, WYOMING MI 49509 |
| HTN Play Center 653 Romence Rd, Portage MI 49024 |
| Jungle Joe’s Family Fun Center 7255 S SPRINKLE RD, PORTAGE MI 49002 |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S PARK ST, KALAMAZOO MI 49007 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center 7000 N WESTNEDGE AVE, KALAMAZOO MI 49009 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Museum 230 N Rose St, Kalamazoo MI 49007 |
| Kids Gym 9027 Portage Industrial Dr, Portage MI 49024 |
| Kingdom Sports 8151 Merchant Pl, Portage MI 49002 |
| Klassic Arcade 206 S State St, Gobles MI 49055 |
| Little Gym of Kalamazoo 408 W CENTRE AVE, PORTAGE MI 49024 |
| Mezanmi Play Café 105 S KALAMAZOO AVE, VICKSBURG MI 49097 24208 Front St Suite A, Mattawan MI 49071 |
| Revel & Roll West 4500 STADIUM DR, KALAMAZOO MI 49008 |
| Rollerworld 7491 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo MI 49009 |
Upcoming Events at Indoor Play Places
Many indoor venues offer regularly occurring activities to enjoy some play time inside.
From storytimes to open gyms and special events for teens, we’ve got all of the scheduled fun here.
Keep up to date on all of the Kalamazoo area events with our calendar.
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