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Best Indoor Playgrounds for Toddlers in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

1. The Play Place – Elmsford

This quintessential central Westchester spot has a great playground area with slides and tunnels that works well for toddlers and preschoolers, with a separate area for babies. Popular for birthday parties, there are also two large open indoor fields and a concession with snacks. There are open play times every day and on weekend mornings.

2. Tig & Me – Pelham

This Pinterest-perfect play space features wooden climbing structures, slides, toys, and more for toddlers and preschoolers to get their energy out. Open play happens daily here, with weekday hours from 9am to 6pm that make it ideal for pre- or post-nap time. 

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3. Cloudbound – New Rochelle

Toddlers will love exploring this brand-new indoor playground designed specifically for ages 0-6. Cloudbound’s vibrant play area includes giant spiral and airplane slides, rainbow bridges, and castle-inspired climbing structures paired with musical walls, light panels, building-block zones, tummy-time mats, and cloud-soft areas. 

4. Nest & Nook – Thornwood

Nest & Nook is an indoor space for babies and toddlers where parents can relax and socialize whole the babies have fun and play. The facility features a play area for children with soft toys and play equipment, and a cozy lounge for adults with Wi-Fi and snacks and drinks available for purchase.

5. Bronxville Playroom – Bronxville

The Bronxville Playroom is a great indoor space for toddlers 9 months and older to play, explore, and get their energy out. Sign up for an Open Play session online or register for classes, which include bubbles, parachutes, and crafts. 

6. Gymboree Play & Music – Nanuet

Gymboree Play & Music has a great indoor play gym with lots of obstacles and soft climbing structures that are great for building kids' coordination and athletic ability. A monthly membership is required, but then you can go to open gym as much as you want. My son loved the play gym when he was a toddler, and we spent many hours at the open gym sessions.

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7. The Castle Fun Center – Chester

This massive venue features two indoor playground areas: The 10,000-square foot Inflatapark, which features a variety of bouncy areas—from a Ninja Wall to a Toddler Zone to an obstacle course with slides and the like. And Ballocity, a dual-level play area with slides, climbing structures—and lots and lots of foam balls. 

8. Bounce! Trampoline Sports – Valley Cottage and Poughkeepsie

This massive indoor trampoline park is an awesome way to burn kids' energy, with not only tons of trampolines but also a rock wall, a cube pit (!), and an obstacle course. Bounce indoor tramp parks have a special section (and jump times) just for little jumpers so they don’t get crushed by overzealous kids (or adults!). During non–little kid hours, older kids can try their hands at Bounce! Extreme’s obstacle course or the dodgeball area, among other attractions.

9. Westchester Ninja Warriors – Elmsford

Aspiring ninjas will love all the different to obstacles to try out—from rope climbs to a trapeze swing to mini trampolines—all designed to help kids develop skills like balance and endurance. Kids as young as 2 can start taking classes in the Mini Ninjas program, and other options, like camps, are available too. Don’t want to commit to a class? Consider the open gym time for kids on the weekends.

10. The Grit Ninja – Pleasantville

Little ninjas ages 5 to 14 can try out the obstacles under adult supervision at their open-gym sessions on select days. Monthly memberships or single drop-ins are available, but it is recommended to register for a time slot. The Grit Ninja also offers kids' night out programs, classes, and holiday camps.

11. Gravity Vault – Poughkeepsie

Gravity Vault is another great option for kids who love to climb the walls, as it features a full indoor rock-climbing gym with classes for kids as young as 5. Day passes are available for individuals or groups, starting with Intro to Rock Climbing. The gym also hosts birthday parties and camps.

12. Sky Zone – Mt. Kisco, Yonkers, and New Rochelle

Sky Zone indoor adventure parks feature a variety of adrenaline-pumping activities for all ages, including an indoor zip line, trampoline park, dropslide, and more. Each location also offers Little Leapers, a fun, high-energy play adventure that parents and little ones can enjoy together. Tickets for 120-minute sessions can be purchased on the website, or monthly memberships are also available.

13. Urban Air Adventure Park – Middletown

Urban Air has trampolines and so much more, including a ropes course, climbing wall, warrior obstacle course, battle beam, and an indoor playground for climbing and sliding. There's also a special section where kids 7 and under can jump without big kids in the way. 

14. Catch Air – Nanuet

This colorful, solar system-themed indoor playground features a giant three-story soft play castle featuring slides, tunnels, and more, plus lots of interactive toys and games. Walk-ins are always welcome during normal business hours. For those frequent fliers, or jumpers, there are multiple levels of membership available: Weekday, Any Day, and Family.

15. Legoland Discovery Center Westchester – Yonkers

The tagline for this Ridge Hill mainstay—"the ultimate indoor Lego playground”—gives you a good idea of the offerings here, which of course, includes lots of Lego play and even rides, but for the early elementary school set there’s also a fun play structure in their Ninjago City Adventure area that features slides and climbing opportunities. Check out our full write-up for even more details.

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16. Bounce U – Elmsford

Kids will enjoy exploring the Fun Zone and Bounce Houses at Bounce U. And parents can join in on the fun, as adults are always free. Bounce U also boasts the best birthday parties that are completely private—as in, you and your guests have the entire place to themselves!

17. Billy Beez – West Nyack, Middletown

A favorite among preschool and school-aged children, Billy Beez is also a popular place for kids' birthday parties. This giant indoor play space has multiple areas for different age groups, featuring some 1,000 feet of slides, tunnels, and (my son's favorite!) a soft ball pit area. 

18. Fit Kid Play and Party Place – Central Valley

Kids 1-12 can explore four stories of climbing, tunneling, sliding, and ball pit fun at this spot in Central Valley. Guests can pay once for a two-hour play sesh, or opt for a monthly membership.

19. Fun Max Adventure Park – Wappingers Falls

Another spot for kids to unleash all that excess energy that doesn’t require new drywall, Fun Max Adventure Park has all the favorites, from trampolines to a ninja course, and there's a VR arcade as well. Tickets or day passes are available. My son had his 9th birthday party here, and all the kids had a blast. They had unlimited play during the party and even for the rest of the day when it was over. I also got a free Golden Ticket pass to use another day.

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20. Play Haven – Kingston

For a more homey, relaxed vibe, check out Play Haven in Kingston. Here you can drop your little ones off for toys, art, and friends, or stay and play. No membership is required, and you can pay by the hour.

21. Liberty Heights Trampoline and Adventure Park – Monticello

Conveniently located in the Shoprite Plaza on Route 52, Liberty Heights offers some pretty unique attractions for a trampoline park, including climbing walls, a neon ninja warrior course, an indoor jungle gym, virtual reality, and laser tag. After burning off all that energy, you and your kids can enjoy a bite at the on-site café. 

22. Fit Kid Play & Party Place – Central Valley  

This 5500-square-foot play haven—with free parking—has a large structure where kids can climb, slide, and crawl as well as try their hand at the zip line or jump into the ball pit.

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23. The Cove at Yonkers Public Library – Yonkers

The Cove is a recently redesigned play space for preschool children. Designed with input from Sarah Lawrence College's Child Development Institute, the space features a nursery gym, riding and rocking toys, blocks, and other sensory toys. The Cove is free to explore and open during library hours, except when classes are in session. 

24. PLAY at the Westchester – White Plains

This free play area in The Westchester Mall in White Plains features a great soft play area for babies and toddlers as well as lots of sensory activities, including a light-up Magnatiles table.

25. Play Connection – Yorktown

Play Connection in the Jefferson Valley Mall is a great and affordable option for little kids, as it features a soft play area and small bounce houses, with reasonable hourly rates and a pay-one-price arcade. They also offer affordable party packages. I had my son’s 7th birthday party there, and all the kids had a blast. The price included pizza, cake, and a fully decorated party room with the theme we chose, which was Cars!

How Can Parents Make Indoor Play Visits Easier?

Most indoor playgrounds are designed for families, so they are generally stroller-friendly and provide space to keep shoes, purses, and so on while you play. While some have cafes or snack bars, make sure to pack plenty of snacks and water. Normal baby supplies like diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes are also a must. Definitely pack your own hand sanitizer. Some places include it, but sometimes the containers are empty, and it's better to have your own in your pocket.

Indoor Play Spaces in Westchester and the Hudson Valley FAQ

Q1: What are the best indoor playgrounds for kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
 A1: There are lots of local indoor play areas, trampoline parks, climbing gyms, and more for kids to burn their energy and have an amazing time. Locations vary by age group and amenities.
Q2: Where can I take toddlers to play indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
 A2: Toddler-friendly soft play centers, baby gyms, and sensory-focused indoor spaces are ideal, especially places that are for little kids only or have a separate area for them to play. Check out our top picks of local things to do with babies. 
Q3: Are there indoor play spaces suitable for birthday parties?
 A3: Most, if not all, of the indoor playgrounds on this list also host birthday parties. Some venues allow you to rent out the whole place during the party, while others provide a separate party room. Check out our list of top indoor party places in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. 
Q4: Are there hidden or unusual indoor play spaces in Westchester and the Hudson Valley?
 A4: Yes, some offbeat spots offer unique activities like creative arts, climbing, or themed play areas that aren’t widely known.
Q5: How can parents make indoor play visits easier?
 A5: Bring snacks, plan around naps, avoid peak hours, and check amenities like changing stations and stroller accessibility. Also, don't forget hand sanitizer!

Unless noted, photos courtesy of the venues