The Ultimate Guide to Indoor Playgrounds in the Twin Cities

Minnesota winters may be cold, and summers can get rainy or even super hot, but the fun doesn’t have to stop! Whether you’re looking for a place where your kids can climb, slide, jump, or burn off energy during any season, the Twin Cities and surrounding areas are filled with amazing indoor playgrounds and play spaces.

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The Minnesota Children’s Museum is the perfect mix of educational, hands-on, and high-energy fun for kids of all ages. With multiple floors of interactive exhibits—including The Scramble, Shipwreck Adventures, the Laser Maze, and Creativity Jam—kids can climb, build, experiment, imagine, and play in countless ways!

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Indoor Playgrounds in the Twin Cities

Below is a growing list of indoor playgrounds throughout the Twin Cities area. These are great for everyday fun, rainy days, winter energy-burners, birthday parties, and more.

Backyard Indoor Playground – Golden Valley

Address: 5820 Golden Hills Dr, Golden Valley, MN 55416
Website: brookviewbackyard.com/
A 3,000-square-foot indoor play space for kids ages 2-12. Includes slides, cargo climbs, interconnecting tunnels, and lots of open space to run. Known for affordable admission and a relaxed environment.

The Blast – Eagan

Address: 1960 Cliff Lake Rd, Eagan, MN 55122
Website: https://cityofeagan.com/blast
A space-themed indoor playground with climbing towers, tunnels, slides, and obstacle-style play. A favorite for school-age kids who want something a little more adventurous.

Eagles Nest Indoor Playground – New Brighton

Address: 400 10th St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
Website: https://www.newbrightonmn.gov/
One of the most popular indoor play spaces in the metro. Features a massive climbing structure, foam blocks, slides, and a separated toddler area. Located inside the New Brighton Community Center.

Note: This was a favorite of my kids when they were littler. My daughter even had a birthday party here! I reviewed it here.

Edinborough Park – Adventure Peak – Edina

Address: 7700 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Website: edinamn.gov/edinboroughpark
A classic Twin Cities destination and one of the largest indoor playgrounds in the country. Features a towering multi-level climbing structure, toddler zone, and an indoor running track. Admission prices vary by age and residency.

Good Times Park – Eagan and Woodbury

Eagan Address:          1460 Duckwood Dr, Eagan, MN 55123
Woodbury Address: 7805 Hudson Rd STE 188, Woodbury, MN 55125
Website: goodtimespark.com
A FULL-SCALE indoor park with turf fields, a giant playground, inflatables, and sports courts. Entry is self-serve via kiosk. Great for kids who need lots of space to move. (Read my review here!)

InnerActive Indoor Playground – Plymouth & Mounds View

Plymouth Address: 14600 28th Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55447
Mounds View Address: 8530 Eagle Point Blvd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Website: inneractiveplay.com
Clean, bright, and spacious facilities with large climbing structures, slides, trampolines, and toddler areas. Open play available throughout the day with no reservations required.

Kids Castle – Blaine and Maplewood

Blaine Address: Northtown Mall, 398 Northtown Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55434
Website: https://northtown-mall.com/
Maplewood Address: 3001 White Bear Ave #2009, Maplewood, MN 55109
Website: https://www.maplewoodmall.com/
Cheerful kids play land with slides, bouncy balls, and activities.

Kids Empire – Bloomington

Address: 10590 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431
Website: https://www.kidsempire.com/park/bloomington
Climbing features, obstacles such as bridges and beams, building area, slides, soccer arena, dance floor.

K.U.B.E. Kids Ultimate Backyard Experience – Plymouth

Address: 2025 W Medicine Lake Dr, Plymouth, MN 55441
Website: https://www.plymouthcommunitycenter.com/about/plymouth-community-center/indoor-playground
An accessible indoor playground designed to bring the outdoors inside, with ramps, slides, climbing towers, playhouses, and interactive play for kids ages 2–12. Highlights include a 28-foot tower with netting and a spiral slide, a rock-climbing wall, swings, and gaming areas.

Lava Island – Eden Prairie

Address: 12400 Castlemoor Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Website: https://lavaisland.com/eden-prairie/
Tropical-themed indoor playground and adventure park. New in November 2025!

Little Playdate – Blaine

Address: 1250 126th Ave NE, Ste 400, Blaine, MN 55434
Website: https://littleplaydate.com/
They have a variety of play areas, including slides, climbing structures, soft play equipment, infant section, and a gated play area for crawlers.

Lookout Ridge – Woodbury

Address: 8595 Central Park Pl, Woodbury, MN 55125
Website: woodburymn.gov
Located inside the Central Park building, this north-woods–themed play area features a giant treehouse, slides, and climbing elements. Best for kids 12 and under.

Maple Maze – Maple Grove

Address: 12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Website: https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/288/Maple-Maze
An adventurous, jungle-themed indoor maze designed for kids 12 and under, featuring climbing routes, tunnels, slides, and multiple levels to explore. A separate toddler area for ages 3 and under includes animal-themed crawlers, gentle slides, and interactive activity panels.

Millz House – Apple Valley

Address: 15000 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Website: millzhouse.com
Perfect for kids who love trampolines, basketball hoops, and backyard-style play systems. Also known for great birthday party offerings. Play area is designed for kids age 10 and under. NOTE: Only open on weekdays.

MiniSota Play Café – Maple Grove

Address: 12055 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Website: minisotaplaycafe.com
A play café designed for younger children with pretend-play stations, slides, and a parent-friendly coffee bar. There’s also a patio. Discover a miniature Minnesota! Clean, welcoming, and calm.

Minnesota Children’s Museum – St. Paul

Address: 10 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102
Website: https://mcm.org/
“Three floors of family fun where kids lead the way and imagine their own adventures.” Our family’s favorite! Save on tickets and memberships with my code TCFM. (Read about our recent visit to their current featured exhibit “Game On”)

Planet Imagination – Blaine

Address: Northtown Mall, 398 Northtown Drive, Suite H19A, Blaine
Website: https://planetimagination.net/
Designed for ages 6 months to 10 years. Attractions include the Jungle Gym, Draw Alive room, interactive games, and Sand Table.

Playground Plaza – Maple Grove

Address: 11701 95th Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Website: playgroundplaza.com
A large, fully heated 20,000-square-foot indoor playground designed for safe, clean, and active family fun, offering the social and physical benefits of an outdoor playground without the cold. With ample, well-ventilated space, it’s an easy place for kids to explore, play, and burn energy year-round.

Prairie Play Zone – Eden Prairie

Address: 16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55346
Website: https://www.edenprairiemn.gov/amenities/community-center/activities/prairie-play-zone
Located inside Eden Prairie’s Community Center. Friendly, clean, and affordable with equipment geared toward toddlers and preschoolers.

Rainbow Play Systems Showroom – Bloomington

Address: 9425 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Website: rainbowplaymidwest.com
A try-before-you-buy showroom featuring wooden playsets, slides, swings, shooting hoops, and trampolines. Offers affordable daily admission and plenty of variety. Also a location in Rochester.

Tropical Adventure Indoor Playground – Shoreview

Address: 4580 Victoria St N, Shoreview, MN 55126
Website: https://www.shoreviewcommunitycenter.com/General-information/Indoor-playground
A tropical-themed indoor playground with slides, tunnels, climbing structures, and toddler-friendly areas. For kids age 10 and under.

Williston Treehouse – Minnetonka

Address: 14509 Minnetonka Dr, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Website: minnetonkamn.gov
A bright, multi-level indoor play structure located inside the Williston Fitness Center. Popular, affordable, and great for everyday play.

We Rock the Spectrum – Eagan and Woodbury

Eagan Address: 1020 Discovery Rd #170, Eagan, MN 55121
Website: werockthespectrumeagan.com/
Woodbury Address: 2101 Wooddale Dr Suite E, Woodbury, MN 55125
Website: werockthespectrumwoodbury.com
An inclusive indoor sensory gym designed for kids of all abilities. Features swings, zip lines, crash pads, trampolines, climbing walls, and calming sensory areas. Especially loved by neurodiverse families.

Wild Things Indoor Playground – Lakeville

Address: 20450 Kenrick Ave Suite 100, Lakeville, MN 55044
Website: https://www.wildthingsplayground.com/
This is a 5,200-square-foot, jungle-inspired play space with a three-level climbing structure, slides, and interactive play features.

Open Seasonally

Turf Tots – Hopkins Pavilion

Address: 11000 Excelsior Blvd, Hopkins, MN 55343
Website: https://www.hopkinsmn.com/213/Turf-Tots
Open turf play with ride-on toys, balls, and loose play equipment. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who need room to move. Open seasonally – check in advance.

More Indoor Playgrounds Coming Soon!

This guide will continue to grow as more indoor play spaces, community centers, trampoline parks, and play cafés are added. If you know of a spot that should be included, send me a message!

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The Ultimate List of Minnesota Family Fun

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(Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine.)