Kids' Activities

There are so many fun things for families to enjoy together in all four seasons around Greater Cleveland. This is just a starter list of some of our favorites.  We have ongoing suggestions for more.  Let us know if you're looking for something specific to your interests. We'll keep you busy for months!

West Side 41 North Kayak Adventures Rent kayaks and paddleboards in the Rocky River Reservation Serpentini Arena Ice rinks - Year-round lessons, teams and party locations in Lakewood…also rinks in Rocky River and North OlmstedPlay CLE 25,000 sq. ft. indoor active entertainment center for all ages in Avon Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym Indoor rock climbing in 2 locations: Cleveland and Lakewood Synergy Woods Paintball Park Enjoy a party or event on one of seven fields for ages five and up in Grafton Pinspiration Choose from dozens of trendy DIY projects for families and groups in Avon Code Ninjas Kids learn to code and build their own video programs in Avon African Safari Wildlife Park Walk or drive through the park full of exotic animals and educational programs in Port Clinton Lake Erie Crushers A professional baseball team in the Frontier League that plays in an affordable family friendly stadium in Avon Kalahari Indoor Water Park and Resort America's largest indoor waterpark, resort and convention center in Sandusky

East Side Whirlyball Cleveland Indoor whirlyball, laser-sport, bowling with food and drink Veteran's Way Park Located in Hudson with hiking, playground, splash zone, and skateboard Sky Zone Trampoline Park Indoor jump parks, foam zones and Ultimate Dodgeball located in Westlake and Highland Heights Lake Metroparks Farm Park A 235-acre working farm and education center in Kirkland Polo Fields Watch a polo match, horse or dog show or take a hike in the South Chagrin Reservation of the Metroparks Preston's H.O.P.E. Accessible Playground Park Playground for children with all levels of abilities and disabilities in Beachwood Chagrin Valley Roller Rink Take lessons, open skate or party location in Chagrin Falls Shaker Rocks Indoor rock climbing wall near Van Aken District. Perfect for parties, wet or cold afternoons. Follow with ice cream at Mitchell's across the street Adrenaline Monkey Indoor adventure park for kids and adults. Ninja Warrior obstacle course, rock climing walls, aerial ropes course, pole vaulting training, after-school programs, summer camps

Downtown / Cleveland Neighborhoods Climb Cleveland Bouldering, yoga, and dance classes for all levels U.S.S. Cod Submarine Memorial WWII sub anchored in North Coast Harbor that can be toured Ray's Indoor Bike Park Indoor mountain bike park in a family atmosphere Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum: Explore the museum, take a class or tour Hershey Children's Garden Explore the garden, climb the tree house, water the plants, or play in the fountains. (at Cleveland Botanical Garden)Cleveland Candle Company Create your own scent and candle, body butter, or lip balm. Great for groups The Foundry Rowing and Sailing Center All levels take classes, join a team, or workout Great Lakes Water Sports Rent a boat, kayak, tube and explore the river and lake Forest City Shuffleboard Indoor and outdoor shuffleboard courts, tables can be rented hourly for families, groups or leagues with food and drinks Sweetie Candy Company Largest candy store in North America with 36 holes of mini-golf and an old fashioned soda shoppe Memphis Kiddie Park A Cleveland landmark since 1952…a small, 10-ride amusement park for young children with concession stand, arcade and mini-golf

South Hale Farm and Village Built in 1825, this working farm and village of the Western Reserve Historical Society is in Bath, Ohio within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park Bike Aboard Take your bikes aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and explore the park and surrounding town of Peninsula for lunch and shopping and then bike home The Polar Express An enchanted Christmastime favorite train ride for young children aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad to the "North Pole" Mill Stream Run Toboggan Chutes 700ft refrigerated ice chutes operate with or without snow through March in Strongsville in the Cleveland Metroparks Axe Throwing Check out several independent locations of this popular new pastime for families and groups The Axe House and Savage SocietyTop Golf Indoor climate-controlled fun surrounding all things golf including games, drinks, and food perfect for families and groups in Independence Go Ape Treetop adventure for children 10 and up in 50-ft high tree crossings, zip-lines and swings in Strongsville Swings.N.Things Family fun park in Olmsted Township includes game room, bowling, paintball, taproom and wine bar, Go Karts, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages and more Mapleside Farms A family destination in all seasons with pumpkin village, jump park, concert series, wedding venues and creamery in Brunswick

Near Akron or Medina High Voltage Indoor Karting High-speed indoor go karting with food and drinks for families, parties or groups in Medina Majestic Meadows Alpaca Farm and Boutique A family friendly farm with alpacas and other animals offering an educational experience and boutique gift shop in Medina Castle Noel The world's largest year-round indoor Christmas attraction complete with famous department store windows from around the country Stan Hywet Hall A 65-room Tudor Manor House and lodge in Akron with 70 acres of grounds and gardens to explore which is a beautiful family destination at the holidays Pro-Football Hall of Fame Considered America's premier sports Hall of Fame, newly redeveloped and perfect destination for all sports enthusiasts Slugger & Putters Family amusement park includes mini-golf, laser tag, go-karts, bumper boats/cars, rides, batting cages and arcade Rinky Dink Family Fun Center Mini-golf, bounce-houses, bumper boats, playground, toddler deck and arcade Hot Pots Pottery Walk-In DIY creative showroom includes painting, pottery, laser cutting, candle making, glass and mosaics Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market One of the nation's 20 largest indoor/outdoor markets in the country with dining, music, education, specialty foods, antiques, and crafts Fun-N-Stuff Indoor-outdoor year round amusement park for all ages includes lasertag, roller skating, cannon ball blasters, bowling, arcade and more