There are plenty of fun indoor play spaces near Ann Arbor where kids can jump, climb, run, and explore. Perfect for when the Michigan weather takes a turn – sub-zero temperatures in winter, rainy days, sweltering summer days, or poor air quality days from distant wildfires.
From sensory-friendly gyms to trampoline parks and play cafés, there’s something for every age and interest. Whether you’re looking for a quick outing or an all-day adventure, here are the best places for indoor play in and around Ann Arbor.
Where to Find Indoor Play Near Ann Arbor
Why Your Visit Matters
Since my own child was an infant, I’ve seen many indoor play spaces come and go in the last 18 years. These local gems rely on community support to stay open and continue offering safe, fun, and enriching environments for our kids. While many families visit during Michigan’s long winters and rainy days, they need year round visits to stay viable. Visiting, sharing, and supporting them helps keep these vital spaces around for future families to enjoy.
Indoor Play Places Near Ann Arbor
Check out all of these indoor places to play near Ann Arbor. Hours and rates were accurate for all as of April 2025. As we see updates, we will try to update each listing. But, it is always best to use this information as a guide and verify with each venue before your visit.
Recess Cafe
Location:
Recess Cafe, South Ashley Street, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, Parent/Child, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Price: $10/1 hr, $15/2 hours
Schedule
Wednesday: 9a-7p
Thursday: 9a-7p
Friday: 9a-8p
Saturday: 9a-8p
Launch Trampoline Park
Launch Trampoline Park offers indoor trampoline fun for kids of all ages. For younger kids, they have dedicated tot times. Be sure to watch for specials over school breaks and special holiday events.Hours can vary week to week with extra hours over school breaks. Be sure to check their website for the latest hours.
Location:
Launch Family Entertainment Ann Arbor, West Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Whole Family
Price: $24-33 based on package. $15 Toddler or Home School Time
Schedule
Wednesday: noon-8p
Thursday: noon-8p
Friday: noon-9p
Saturday: 10a-9p
Chelsea Treehouse
Chelsea Treehouse has been the longest lasting indoor play area in the area. They are the only remaining option from when my college student was in preschool.Chelsea Treehouse has a large play structure
Location:
The Chelsea TreeHouse, South Main Street, Chelsea, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, Preschoolers
Price:
Schedule
Tuesday: 10a-3p
Wednesday: 10a-3p
Thursday: 10a-3p
Friday: 10a-3p
Saturday: 10a-2p (May-Sept), 10a-6p (Oct-April)
BIG: Best in Games
BIG Best in Games took Zap Zone Laser Tag up a couple levels! While they still offer Laser Tag, the first floor has Adventure Course with Ninja Warrior Zones and slides, arcade, and more. The second story adds duck pin bowling, mini golf, and more. The third store adds Go Karts, Curling, Football Bowling, and more.
Location:
BIG Best In Games, 4095 Carpenter Road, Ypsilanti, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Parent Date Night
Price: Varies by Activity & Days
Schedule
Monday: noon-midnight
Tuesday: noon-midnight
Wednesday: noon-midnight
Thursday: noon-midnight
Friday: noon-1a
Saturday: noon-1a
We Rock the Spectrum
We Rock the Spectrum is a kids gym designed for kids of all abilities. Children and teens of all ages and abilities are welcome.
Location:
4370 Varsity Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, High Schoolers, Middle Schoolers, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Whole Family
Price: $18/Daily Pass. $16/Siblings. Monthly Memberships & Punch Passes Available.
Schedule
Monday: 9:30a-6p
Tuesday: 9:30a-6p
Wednesday: 9:30a-6p
Thursday: 9:30a-6p
Friday: 9:30a-6p
Saturday: 9:30a-2p (Private parties until 7p)
Hide and Seek Play Boutique
Hide and Seek Play Boutique opened in February 2025. They offer imaginative indoor play for kids ages 0-6 with a dedicated play area for kids under 2. Parents can play with them or sit in the cafe.
Location:
Hide & Seek A Play Boutique, South Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Babies, Elementary Age, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Price: $14. Discounts for multiple play passes
Schedule
Monday: 9a-2:30p
Wednesday: 9a-2:30p
Thursday: 9a-2:30p, 4-5:30p
Friday: 9a-2:30p
Saturday: 9a-12:30p
The Play Station
The Play Station in Milan offers an indoor play structure, a gymnastics area, and magnet tiles whit a cafe for parents to relax. You can also bring in your own food.
Location:
The Play Station, 9 Wabash Street, Milan, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Price: $10/child
Schedule
Monday: 9a-6p
Tuesday: 9a-6p
Wednesday: 9a-6p
Thursday: 9a-6p
Friday: 9a-6p
Saturday: 9a-6p
Just Play Dexter
Location:
7001 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Suite B, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Price: $14/weekday, $22/weekend. Just Play grip socks required (purchase for $3.99, or reuse from previous visit)
Schedule
Monday: 10a-8p
Tuesday: 10a-8p
Wednesday: 10a-8p
Thursday: 10a-8p
Friday: 10a-9p
Saturday: 9a-9p
Dinoland Ann Arbor
Dinoland Ann Arbor is new to Ann Arbor with a soft open in May 2025. They offer a large dinosaur themed indoor play structure with a special area for toddlers. Periodically animatronic dinos on the play structure will wake up and look around.
Location:
Dinoland, Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
At a Glance
Age Range: Elementary Age, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Price: Ages 2+: $18/weekends, $15/weekdays. Ages 12-23 months: $12/weekends, $10/weekdays
Schedule
Monday: 10a-7p
Tuesday: 10a-7p
Wednesday: 10a-7p
Thursday: 10a-7p
Friday: 10a-8p
Saturday: 10a-8:30p
Indoor Events
Our event calendar includes a list of indoor events. Look here for library story times and other events, open play at gyms, and much more.
Today’s Indoor Events
🔵 9:00am-10:00am Toddler Time at Launch Trampoline at Launch Trampoline
🔵 10:00am-4:00pm Eddy Discovery Center Grand Reopening at Eddy Discovery Center
🔵 10:00am-12:00pm Introduction to Machine Sewing Skill Development at Maker Works
🔵 10:00am-11:30am Nature Journaling at Hudson Mills Metropark
🔵 10:15am-11:15am AADL Welcomes | Wee-Write with 826michigan at Malletts Creek Branch Library
🔵 10:30am-11:00am Play the Kerrytown Chime at Kerrytown Market & Shops
🔵 10:45am-12:45pm Earth Day at Hide and Seek - A Play Boutique at Hide and Seek Play Boutique
🔵 11:00am Celebrate Earth Day with Joe Reilly and Friends at Ypsilanti Freighthouse
🔵 11:00am-12:00pm Drop-In Spring Crafts at Dexter District Library
🔵 11:00am-5:00pm Record Store Day at Downtown Branch of AADL
🔵 11:00am-12:00pm Sensory Stations at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd
🔵 11:00am-11:30am Storytime at Schuler Books (Nicola’s Books)
🔵 12:00pm-3:00pm Critter House Open Hours at Leslie Science & Nature Center
🔵 12:00pm-2:00pm Open Swim at Beach Middle School
🔵 12:00pm-4:00pm U-M Medical History Exhibit at Museum on Main Street
🔵 12:00pm-1:00pm Wee-Write at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd
🔵 1:00pm-2:00pm Kids Writing Contest Awards Celebration at Malletts Creek Branch Library
🔵 1:30pm-3:00pm The Black Lagoon 3D - on 35MM at Michigan Theater
🔵 2:00pm-3:00pm Baby Deer - Kids Painting pARTy at Whitepine Studios
🔵 2:00pm-3:00pm Be Brave, Be Kind, Be You at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd
🔵 2:00pm-4:00pm Crafternoon: Mushroom Stuffies at SCRAP Creative Reuse
🔵 2:00pm-4:00pm Human Rights Workshop for Kids at Acton Academy Ann Arbor
🔵 2:00pm Matilda Jr at 2|42 Community Church
🔵 2:00pm-6:00pm Open Swim at Mack Pool
🔵 2:00pm-3:30pm Pewter Sandcasting Tool Training at Maker Works
🔵 2:00pm Shrek Jr. by Tappan Players at Tappan Middle School
🔵 2:00pm-4:00pm Spring STEM at Lake Erie Metropark
🔵 3:00pm-4:30pm HEXBUG Adventures at Westgate Branch of AADL
🔵 3:30pm-4:30pm Teen Tea Party at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd
🔵 6:00pm Shrek Jr. by Tappan Players at Tappan Middle School
🔵 6:00pm-8:30pm Wooden Puzzle Makers at Future Innovators Academy
🔵 7:00pm Inherit the Wind at Columbus Hall & Banquet Center
Tomorrow’s Indoor Events
🔵 9:00am-11:00am Pictures with a Princess at Hide and Seek Play Boutique
🔵 10:00am-4:00pm Eddy Discovery Center Grand Reopening at Eddy Discovery Center
🔵 11:00am Celebrate Earth Day with Joe Reilly and Friends at Ypsilanti Freighthouse
🔵 11:00am-4:00pm Gardening and Farm Fest at Downtown Branch of AADL
🔵 12:00pm-3:00pm Critter House Open Hours at Leslie Science & Nature Center
🔵 12:00pm-3:00pm Intro to Shuttle Tatting Workshop at SCRAP Creative Reuse
🔵 12:00pm-4:00pm U-M Medical History Exhibit at Museum on Main Street
🔵 1:00pm-3:00pm Chesstastic at Traverwood Branch of AADL
🔵 2:00pm Inherit the Wind at Columbus Hall & Banquet Center
🔵 2:00pm-6:00pm Open Swim at Mack Pool
🔵 2:00pm-4:00pm Preserving the Past at Lake Erie Metropark
🔵 2:00pm Shrek Jr. by Tappan Players at Tappan Middle School
🔵 4:15pm-5:15pm Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School
🔵 7:00pm 30 Years of Pops Love at Michigan Theater
Find future Indoor Events here.
Other Indoor Activities
Beyond indoor play places, check out these bowling alleys, arcades, ice rinks, indoor pools, museums, and movie theaters.
