Richmond Indoor Play Areas for Kids

Here in Richmond, we are fortunate to have nice weather for most of the year. Spring, summer, fall, and even winter beckon families to the many parks, hiking trails, and outdoor activities that exist throughout the city and surrounding counties. But while fair weather permits plenty of outdoor play, there are always going to be those days when we need an indoor option for keeping our kids entertained. It’s those days when the weather turns rainy, the summer heat becomes too much, or winter temperatures drop that we need indoor play areas – and we need them desperately.

If rainy days, uncomfortable temperatures, or any number of other obstacles leave you in search of a place where your kids can use up their vast stores of energy – without destroying your house in the process – then you’ll be glad to know that there are a number of indoor play spaces available for families in the Greater Richmond area. From bounce houses to bowling alleys, you’ll find a range of activities that are not only fun and affordable, but will also leave you and your kids happily exhausted at the end of the day.

We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite indoor activities for kids in Richmond, so be sure to check out the places below. Then if you know of a spot we missed, let us know! Drop us a line anytime at cs@richmondmom.com and tell us all about it.

Bounce Houses and Trampoline Parks
Bowling Alleys
Sports and Recreation
Museums and Nature
Restaurants / Food
Shopping Centers
Libraries

Bounce Houses and Trampoline Parks

Jumpology

10087 Brook Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
(804) 625-4290

Hours:
Kid Jump (6 and under only)
Monday-Friday, 9am-10am

Open Jump (all ages)
Monday-Thursday, 10am-9pm
Friday and Saturday, 9am-9pm
Sunday, 11am-7pm

Cost: Click here for a list of pricing and discounts.

Ages: All Ages

Features: Jumpology’s indoor trampoline arena features more than 50 trampolines covering the walls and floors and includes a giant foam pit, dodgeballs, basketball hoops, and so much more! Even the most energetic kids will love the chance to jump out some pent up energy – and parents will love it even more. Just remember that kids 6 and under cannot jump without a parent present.

MP. BOUNCE with ME

3107 Boulevard Avenue
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 894-8216

Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 10am – 7pm
Friday and Saturday, 10am – 8pm
Sunday, 12pm – 7pm

Cost:
Weekdays: Ages 5 years and up – $8; Ages 1-4 – $6
Weekends: Ages 5 years and up – $10; Ages 1-4 – $8
10 Visit Punch Card: Ages 5 and up – $68; Ages 1-4 – $40
Unlimited Monthly Visits: $40 for the first child and $30 for each additional child; Yearly Pass: $300

Ages: 10 years and under

Features: MP. BOUNCE with ME is an inflatable, indoor playground that gives your kids a chance to bounce, play and have all the fun they can handle, regardless of the weather outside. If it’s too hot, too cold, or you simply need a change of scenery, MP. BOUNCE with ME has the solution. Plus, they offer a snack bar, new playground configurations on a regular basis, and easy birthday party planning.

Features include:

3 Large Obstacle Courses (Complete With Ladders, Poles, Slides, And Holes)
1 Monster Truck For Bouncing
2 Double Slide Inflatables (Children’s Favorite)
1 Bouncing Inflatable With A Slide Connected

Each one has its own unique attributes and characteristics that make them special. But, each one is guaranteed to deliver hours of fun and excitement that both kids and adults can enjoy!

Off the Wall

**UPDATE: Off the Wall is no longer in Chester, but will be moving to Midlothian and opening August 2019. Richmond Mom will provide updates as they become available.

721 West Hundred Rd
Chester Va. 23836
(804) 717-5867

Hours: Open daily, 10am – 7pm

Cost:
Ages 17 and under – $6
Adults (accompanying a child) – Free
Non-walking infants – Free
*On Monday and Wednesday up to two children can receive $3 entry for every EMS, military, police or firefighters ID presented at the door.

Ages: 17 and under

Features: Off the Wall features family fun for everyone – with one low, all-day price. With wall-to-wall bounce houses and activities, your kids are sure to stay entertained while you relax and enjoy the free wi-fi, or maybe even join in on the fun yourself. Remember, no shoes allowed on the equipment, but socks are available for purchase at $1.50/pair.

Pump It Up

9555 Kings Charter Dr
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 550-7867

Hours:
Toddler Jump: Select Tuesdays from 10am – 11:30am
Family Jump Night on select Tuesday nights 6pm – 8pm
Open Jump and other special event times vary by week.
Check the calendar for Open Jump, Parent’s Night Out and Themed Jump times.

Cost:
Toddler Jump – $6/child
Open Jump – $8/child
Family Jump Night – $8/child (parents free)
Themed Jump (includes Bubble Jump, Character Jump, Glow Jump, and more) – $9/child (unless otherwise stated)
Buddy Jump – $6/child when accompanied by a “buddy”
Parent’s Night Out – $20/child and $16/sibling (Advance Reservation); $25/child and $20/sibling (Walk-ins)
Parents accompanying a child – Free
Summer Jump Passes and other specials are available.

Ages: All ages. Please note, that some events have a 34” height requirement and/or age restrictions. Click here for event details.

Features: As the first indoor inflatable bounce house play space in the Richmond area, Pump It Up is one of the most popular birthday party destinations in the area. But Pump It Up is not just for birthdays! They also offer Open Jump, Family Night, Ice Cream Jump, Glow Jump and many other awesome events and opportunities throughout the year. Times for events do vary so check the calendar before planning your visit.

Sky Zone

1345 Carmia Way
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 379-2500

Hours:
Monday – Friday: Toddler Time from 10am – 11am
Monday – Friday: Freestyle Jump (all ages) times vary. Click here for daily schedules.
Saturday: Freestyle Jump from 10am – 8pm; GLOW Jump from 8pm – 11pm
*Activities and jump times vary on a regular basis. Check the daily calendar for Open Jump hours, Toddler Jump hours, Special Events and much more.

Cost:
30 minutes -$10
60 minutes – $15
90 minutes – $20
120 minutes – $25
Click here to see pricing for Summer Passes, classes and other special events.

Ages: All Ages

Features: SkyZone specializes in aerial action with trampoline arenas that will keep your kids bouncing for hours. With trampolines covering every surface, kids of all ages can bounce, play basketball or dodgeball, jump in giant foam pits and more. In fact, you might find it hard not to join them in the fun!

Bowling Alleys

AMF Hanover Lanes

7317 Bell Creek Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 559-2600

Hours:
Mondays, 12pm – 11pm
Tuesdays, 5pm – 11pm
Wednesdays, 9am – 11pm
Thursdays, 12pm – 11pm
Fridays, 12pm – 1am
Saturdays, 9am – 1am
Sundays, 12pm – 11pm

Cost: Click here for weekly specials or call (804) 559-2600 for regular pricing.

Ages: All ages

Features: With a newly renovated facility, AMF Hanover offers 56 all-star lanes, dynamic video walls, an interactive arcade, billiards, and an on-site Pro Shop. With kid-friendly features like bumpers and lightweight bowling balls, even your youngest family members will have a blast at the lanes. Enjoy a full family-friendly menu of food and beverages for the kids while grown-ups can take advantage of a sports bar featuring flat-screen TVs and beer and cocktails. Click here to see their weekly specials, including $2.22 Tuesdays when every game is only $2.22.

AMF Shrader Lanes

8037 Shrader Rd
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 747-9620

Hours:
Mondays, 12pm – 11pm
Tuesdays, 5pm – 11pm
Wednesdays, 5pm – 11pm
Thursdays, 12pm – 11pm
Fridays, 5pm – 12am
Saturdays, 10am – 12am
Sundays, 12pm – 11pm

Cost: Click here for weekly specials or call (804) 747-9620 for regular pricing.

Ages: All ages

Features: AMF Shrader Lanes provides a family-friendly experience with 50 all-star lanes, video walls, an interactive arcade, billiards, and an on-site Pro Shop. Take advantage of their family-friend menu of food and beverages or enjoy the sports bar, complete with flat-screen TVs and beer and cocktails. With kid-friendly features like bumpers and lightweight bowling balls, even your youngest family members will have a blast at the lanes. Click here to see their weekly specials, including $2.22 Tuesdays when every game is only $2.22.

AMF Sunset Lanes

6540 W. Broad St
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 282-0537

Hours:
Mondays, 12pm – 11pm
Tuesdays, 5pm – 11pm
Wednesdays, 5pm – 11pm
Thursdays, 12pm – 11pm
Fridays, 5pm – 1am
Saturdays, 11am – 1am
Sundays, 12pm – 11pm

Cost: Click here for weekly specials or call (804) 282-0537 for regular pricing.

Ages: All ages

Features: AMF Sunset Lanes offers 32 all-star lanes, exciting video walls, an interactive arcade, and much more. The kids will love their family-friendly menu of food and beverages while the grown-ups can take advantage of a sports bar, complete with flat-screen TVs along with beer and cocktails. Even your youngest bowlers will love the bright lights and big fun offered at AMF Sunset Lanes. Click here to see their weekly specials, including $2.22 Tuesdays when every game is only $2.22.

Bowl America Eastern

5018 Williamsburg Road
Richmond, VA 23231
(804) 222-5183

Hours:
Mondays, 3pm – 11pm
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12pm – 11pm
Thursdays, 9am – 11pm
Fridays, 11am – 1am
Saturdays, 9am – 1am
Sundays, 9am – 11pm

Cost: Click here for “Open Bowl” pricing and weekly specials.

Ages: All ages

Features: Bowl America has been one of the area’s favorite bowling alleys for decades. Featuring family fun for every age and skill level, Bowl America offers an ideal outing for families, friends, parties, and more. Visit one of their four Richmond area locations and be sure to check out some of their incredible weekly specials, including All-You-Can-Bowl for $6.99 from 8pm to close every Monday through Thursday.

Bowl America Midlothian

7929 Midlothian Pike
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-7115

Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 9am – 12am
Friday-Saturday, 9am – 1am
Sundays, 9am – 12am

Cost: Click here for “Open Bowl” pricing and weekly specials.

Ages: All ages

Bowl America Short Pump

4400 Pouncey Tract Road
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 360-8222

Hours:
Mondays, 12pm – 12am
Tuesday – Thursday, 9am – 12am
Friday-Saturday, 9am – 1am
Sundays, 9am – 12am

Cost: Click here for “Open Bowl” pricing and weekly specials.

Ages: All ages

Bowl America Southwest

11532 Hull Street Road
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 744-1500

Hours:
Mondays, 12pm – 11pm
Tuesday – Thursday, 9am – 11pm
Fridays, 12pm – 12am
Saturdays, 9am – 12am
Sundays, 9am – 11pm

Cost: Click here for “Open Bowl” pricing and weekly specials.

Ages: All ages

Holiday Bowl

11400 Jefferson Davis Highway
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 748-5635

Hours:
Sunday-Monday, 1pm – 11pm
Tuesdays, 9am – 11pm
Thursday-Friday, 1pm – 11pm
Saturdays, 9am – 12am

Cost: Call (804) 748-5635 for regular pricing and current specials.

Ages: All ages

Features: Holiday Bowl doesn’t offer all the bells and whistles of some other bowling alleys, but for good, affordable family fun, it can’t be beat. With 25 lanes, new monitors, and touch screen controls, it has everything you need to entertain the whole family. If you need a break, be sure to check out their pool tables, or grab a snack from the fully staffed kitchen.

King Pin Lanes

200 N Otterdale Road
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 378-7838

Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 9am – 11pm
*Wednesdays lanes full after 7pm due to League Bowling
Friday – Saturday, 9am – 2am
Sunday, 12pm – 10pm

Cost: Click here for weekly specials or call (804) 378-7838 for regular pricing.

Ages: All ages

Features: As one of Midlothian’s top-ranked bowling alleys, King Pin Lanes offers fun for all ages and skill levels. King Pin Lanes was recently renovated to offer 32 lanes, complete with bumpers to make bowling even more fun for kids. In addition to open bowling and leagues for all ages, they offer an arcade, billiards, water pong tables, shuffleboard, and corn hole. Plus, with Midlo’s Lounge, their full-service restaurant and lounge, you can bowl and feed the family all in one place. Be sure to check out their weekly specials on bowling, games, and food.

Oaklawn Bowl

4300 Oaklawn Boulevard
Hopewell, VA 23860
(804) 458-5913

Hours:
Sundays, 1pm – 10pm
Monday-Tuesday, 9:30am – 10pm
Wednesdays, 11am – 10pm
Thursdays, 9:30am – 10pm
Friday-Saturday, 11am – 12am

Cost: Click here and scroll down to see a complete list of daily and seasonal pricing.

Ages: All ages

Features: Family-owned and -operated for nearly 60 years, Oaklawn Bowl is a Hopewell classic that offers fun for the whole family. Take advantage of their new TouchTunes jukebox systems to listen to all of your favorite music while you bowl, grab a snack at the snack bar, or just bowl the night away! Click here to see their weekly specials, including $2 Tuesdays where all games, shoe rentals, hamburgers, and large drinks are only $2 each.

Ten Strike Bowling Center

2403 C Avenue
Building 8016
Fort Lee, VA 23801
(804) 734-6860

Hours:
Monday-Friday, 11am – 9pm
Saturdays, 11am – 10pm
Sundays,1am – 5pm

Cost: Call (804) 734-6860 for daily pricing and specials.

Ages: All ages

Features: This new bowling alley offers the Fort Lee area a truly family-friendly experience. With the latest and greatest bowling facilities and equipment, a full arcade with reloadable game cards, and a snack bar with a wide array of food and beverages, Tenstrike Bowling Center is a guaranteed good time for kids and adults alike. Be sure to visit them on Facebook for notices about specials, events, and more.

Uptown Alley

6101 Brad McNeer Parkway
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 744-1077

Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 11am – 12am
Friday, 11am – 2am
Saturday, 10am – 2am
Sunday, 10am – 12am

Cost:
Sunday through Thursday: $4.50 per game; $4 shoe rental
Friday and Saturday before 6pm: $4.50 per game; $4 shoe rental
Friday and Saturday after 6pm: Downstairs lanes – $40 per hour; $4 shoe rental
Friday and Saturday after 6pm: Rotunda Lanes – $40 per hour; $4 shoe rental

Ages: All ages

Features: Uptown Alley provides an upscale bowling experience that’s perfect for all ages. Their high-tech facilities feature 38 regulation-sized bowling lanes that include 15-foot projection HDTVs, black light party bowling experiences, state-of-the-art scoring systems, and gutter bumpers for beginners. Plus, you can enjoy 60+ video and prize games; a “sports theater” that shows the latest sports and offers food and billiards; The Rotunda Lounge (for adults); and live entertainment including DJs, as well as family entertainment. Plus, the on-site Red Embers Bar and Grill serves up food that goes far beyond your normal bowling alley fare!

Sports and Recreation

G-Force Karts

4245 Carolina Avenue, Building B,
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 228-0188

Hours:
Monday – Wednesday, Open For Private Rentals/Events
Thursday, 5pm – 9pm
Friday, 1pm – 11pm
Saturday, 12pm – 11pm
Sunday, 12pm – 9pm

Cost: Prices vary, but start at $19.95 (8 Minute Heat) for karting. To see a complete list of prices, special deals, and packages, click here.

Ages: 5 and up

Features: G-Force Karts offers excitement for everyone with an all-new, faster-than-ever quarter-mile indoor track. Races can accommodate up to 10 karts and last up to eight minutes. There are four kart levels, including adult karts and adult “super racers,” as well as junior karts (ages 8-15) and two-seater karts (must be at least 5 years old to ride).

Also available: arcade, archery tag, “Bazooka Ball,” NERF, and laser tag.

Glowgolf at West Broad Village

2436 Old Brick Road
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 340-6863

Hours:
When school is in session:
Monday-Thursday, 3pm – 9pm
Fridays, 3pm – 10pm
Saturdays, 11am – 10pm
Sundays, 12pm – 8pm

When school is out of session:
Monday – Thursday, 11am – 9pm
Friday-Saturday, 11am – 10pm
Sundays, 12pm – 8pm

Cost:
Regular Admission: $10
Children (12 and under): $8
Group Pass (5 or more): $9 each
Lazer Maze Challenge: $3 for 1 game; $5 for 2 games; or $10 for 5 games

Ages: All ages

Features: See mini-golf in a whole new light…literally…at Glowgolf. Featuring 54 exciting holes, Glowgolf is a full indoor mini-golf course that features glow-in-the-dark elements throughout. Enjoy an afternoon or evening of family fun with challenges and entertainment for everyone. Glowgolf at West Broad Village also offers the Lazer Maze Challenge where you have to find your way through a challenging course of laser light beams. Be sure to visit them online for images and videos.

Glowgolf at Westchester Commons

301 Perimeter Drive
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 379-3711

Hours:
When school is in session:
Monday-Friday, 4pm – 9:30pm
Saturdays, 10am – 9:30pm
Sundays, 12pm – 7pm

When school is out of session:
Monday-Saturday, 10am – 9:30pm
Sundays, 12pm – 7pm

Cost:
$10/adult (includes 54 holes)
$8/child (ages 5-12)
$5/child (ages 4 and under)
$9/person for a group pass of 5 or more

Features: Glowgolf at Westchester Commons offers a one-of-a-kind mini-golf experience that will keep the whole family happy. With black lights and glow-in-the-dark elements throughout the course, even your littlest family members will be enthralled. But the best part of all, the entire course in indoors, which means that you can have fun no matter what the weather is outside.

Laser Quest

889 Research Road (near Chesterfield Towne Center)
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-0400

Hours:
Monday and Tuesday, 1pm – 9pm
Wednesday and Thursday, 6pm – 9pm
Friday, 4pm – 11pm
Saturday, 12pm – 11pm
Sunday, 12pm – 6pm
Some hours vary, so be sure to check the calendar before planning your visit.

Cost:
Standard Game: $9.50/game
Ironman Game: $12.50/game; available Fridays and Saturdays at 9pm and 10pm
Keyquest Experience (live-action escape room): $15/game
Click here for special event pricing, day camps, group rates and more.

Age: 5 years and up

Features: Laser Quest packs all of the excitement your kids crave into a single afternoon of fun. Featuring high-tech lasers, special effects, swirling fog, and high energy music, Laser Quest is the perfect place to let your older kids have free reign for the afternoon – or a great place to take the family for fun, interactive entertainment. Be sure to ask about special events for even more fun.

Peak Experiences

Peak Midlothian
11421 Polo Circle
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 897-6800

Peak Richmond (at SCOR – Sports Center of Richmond)
1375 Overbrook Road
Richmond, VA 23220

Hours:
Monday – Friday, 1pm – 10pm
Saturday, 10am – 10pm
Sunday, 11am – 5pm

Members Only Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 1pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 6am – 9am
Sunday: 5pm – 7pm

Cost:
Day Passes: $19/adult; $16/student and military
30-Day Pass: $75
90-Day Pass: $200
Special membership rates are available for monthly and yearly memberships.

Ages: 7 years and up

Features: Peak Experiences is the Richmond Area’s premier climbing gym, offering climbers of all levels and interests a chance to build their skills and explore new heights of fun. With premium indoor facilities and all-day passes, Peak Experiences is the perfect place for kids to learn a new skill or hone an old one in a safe and fun environment. Be sure to check out their special Youth Programs for age-specific activities, training and camps.

Richmond Ice Zone

636 Johnston Willis Dr
North Chesterfield, VA 23236
(804) 378-7465

Hours: Public skating times change from week to week. Check the schedule before your visit.

Cost:
Public skate sessions – $9
Optional skate rentals – $3

Ages: All Ages

Features: Ice skating offers fun for family members of all ages. Richmond Ice Zone is one of Richmond favorite indoor rinks with open skate sessions, ice skating lessons, hockey leagues and lessons, and other special events. Be sure to visit their calendar for a complete listing of upcoming events.

Romp n’ Roll

West End
9677 W Broad St
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 451-4847

Midlothian
11541 Busy St
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 829-0024

Hours: Class and activity times vary. Click on the location links above to see the classes and times offered at your local Romp N’ Roll.

Cost: Romp n’ Roll offers a variety of membership packages ranging in price. Click here for a complete list of membership options and pricing; or schedule a free introductory class.

Ages: 3 Months – 5 Years

Features: For many parents, finding a safe play space for their little ones can be a challenge. That’s why, with play space designed specifically for babies and toddlers, Romp n’ Roll is a favorite for RVA parents. In addition to camps, open gyms, kids’ nights and other special events, Romp N’ Roll offers classes designed to be fun, educational and safe for even the smallest tumblers.

SCOR (Sports Center of Richmond)

1385 Overbrook Rd
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 257-7267

Hours:
Business office hours: 9am – 5pm
Facility hours: 9am – Midnight
Be sure to visit them on Facebook for updates on weather-related closings.

Cost: Participants must purchase an annual membership. Memberships are $20/individual or $30/family. Summer camps and youth program pricing varies.

Ages: All Ages

Features: With a newly renovated space, SCOR provides a unique climate-controlled space for family fun, recreation, exercise, and athletic advancement regardless of age, needs, or abilities. With soccer leagues for young and old, field rentals, newly expanded facilities and an in-house café offering foosball, ping-pong, corn hole and more, SCOR is a great place to keep the family active any time and in any weather.

SkateNation Plus: Ice Skating, Laser Tag and Arcade

4350 Pouncey Tract Rd
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 364-1477

Skating Hours:
Public skating times change from week to week. Visit the calendar for updates.
To reserve Laser Tag games, call (804) 364-1477 ext. 0.

Regular Retail Hours:
Thursday, 4:30pm – 9pm
Friday and Saturday, 12pm – 11pm
Sunday, 12pm – 6pm

Cost:
Public skate sessions – $9
Optional skate rentals – $3
Laser Tag and Arcade pricing vary. Click here for details.

Ages:
Skating – All Ages
Laser Tag – 7 years and up
Arcade – All Ages

Features: SkateNation Plus (sister rink to Richmond Ice Zone) offers ice skating fun for kids, adults and everyone in between. Every skill level is welcome is at public skate sessions, or take advantage of additional skating lessons, figure skating, and ice hockey leagues and clinics. In addition to ice skating, SkateNation Plus also offers a state-of-the-art 5,000 square foot laser tag arena, one of the area’s largest arcades, a café and much more!

Thunderbolt Indoor Karting

1365 Carmia Way
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 378-6066

Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 11am – 10pm
Friday, 11am – 11pm
Saturday, 10am – 12am
Sunday, 11am – 8pm

Cost:
1 Race (16 laps for adults, 12 laps for juniors): $19.95
3 Races: $47.95
5 Races: $74.95
8 Races: $99.95
Click here for weekly specials.

Ages: There are no age requirements, but junior drivers must be at least 48” to race.

Features: This completely indoor go-kart track will provide thrills for kids and adults alike. Featuring state-of-the-art electric karts, in both adult and junior sizes, even first-timers will feel like pros. The expert staff provides complete training on the track, karts, what to expect while racing, and safety rules. Open seven days a week all year long, Thunderbolt is the perfect place to experience some pulse-pounding family fun.

Triangle Rock Club – Indoor Rock Climbing

4700 Thalbro St
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 215-3200

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 6:30 am – 10 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 10 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 6 pm

Cost:
Day Pass: $17/adult (12 years & older); $10/child (11 and under)
Punch Card: $149/adult (12 years & older) for 10 visits; $85/child (11 and under) for 10 visits
College Students: $11 except for between 3pm – 8pm; Mon-Thurs; must have valid Student ID
Monthly Membership: $65/month for first member; $34/month for a second member; $18/month for each additional member. There is a $75 one-time only initiation fee.

Rental Gear: Shoes $5, Harness $5, Belay Device $2

Ages: Age 4 – Adult

Features: Triangle Rock Club Richmond joined the community when it opened it’s doors in early 2018. With state-of-the-art indoor climbing, fitness, and yoga facility, and they’re working on Phase II now, which will include climbing walls up to 45-feet tall and 15,000 square feet of terrain. When complete in 2019, Triangle Rock Club – Richmond will be the second largest indoor climbing center in the state of Virginia (second only to Earthtreks Crystal City). TRC RVA offers an abundance of opportunities for all. Check out our website for more details including class schedules, promotional specials, youth programs, and more!

TRC’s state-of-the-art 24,000 square-foot facility includes:

5,000 square feet of bouldering terrain
8,000 square feet of top rope and lead climbing
Walltopia climbing walls (industry leader for the U.S.)
Hydraulic Systems Wall (angles to 45 degrees)
Separate, dedicated climbing area for programs/instruction
New, modern locker rooms with showers (Towels available)
Separate sauna and steam rooms, and hot tub
2,400 square foot fitness center (rogue rack, cardio machines, free weights, and more)
Dedicated yoga room
Retail and gear shop
Easy parking with 164 dedicated parking spaces for customers
Premier climbing flooring system from Futurist

Museums and Nature

Children’s Museum

Locations:
CMOR Central
2626 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 474-7062

Chesterfield
6629 Lake Harbour Drive
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 474-7075

Short Pump
11800 West Broad St
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 474-7070

Hours: Open daily, 9:30am-5pm

Cost:
Children and Adults (1-59) – $9
Seniors (60+) – $8
Children under 1 – FREE
Military personnel and their guests receive $1 off daily admission
Membership options available

Ages: All ages (ideal for preschool and elementary age children)

Features: The Children’s Museum of Richmond offers a huge variety of fun kids exhibits and activities. From fixing cars to learning about dinosaurs to ringing up a purchase in the kid-sized shops, there is no shortage of fun. Enjoy hands-on activities, art and imaginative play all day. Click here for a full calendar of special events and activities at all three Richmond-area CMOR locations. And be sure to check out their fourth location in Fredericksburg, as well.

Maymont Nature Center

Location:
2201 Shields Lake Dr
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 358-7166

Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm (last entry at 4:45pm)
Animal Encounters are held on Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.

Cost:
Youth and Adult (13-59) – $4
Children and Seniors (4-12 and 60+) – $3
Children under 4 and Maymont Members – Free

Age: All Ages

Features: The Maymont Nature Center is the perfect way to explore nature without setting a foot outside. The center’s nearly 30,000 gallon aquarium provides an up-close look at many of the fish and other animals native to the James River and nearby Chesapeake Bay. Kids and adults alike can learn about the natural world that surrounds them with interactive displays and exhibits. And of course, the playful James River Otters will keep everyone entertained for hours! Be sure to check out the hands-on Discovery Room and for an even closer look at the animals, stop by for Animal Encounters at 11am, 1pm or 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Richmond Railroad Museum

102 Hull Street
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 233-6237

Hours:
Saturdays, 11am-4pm
Sundays, 1pm-4pm

Cost: Free to the public, but donations are welcome

Ages: All ages

Features: Located in the historic Southern Railway Station, the Richmond Railroad Museum offers a historic look at the railroad industry in Richmond. The newly restored facility is an actual 100-year-old passenger and freight train station and includes a stationmaster’s office, a freight room where the chapter’s artifacts and exhibits are displayed, a gift shop, and a gallery with Richmond’s largest HO scale model railroad. On the grounds, you can also see a steam saddle locomotive, a baggage car and caboose, track cars, signals, and other railroad artifacts If you’re kids love things that move, then they’ll love this chance to learn more about trains and Richmond’s history all at once. Best of all, tours and admission are free!

Rockwood Nature Center

3401 Courthouse Road
North Chesterfield, VA 23236
(804) 674-1629

Hours:
Fall/Winter/Spring Hours: Friday-Sunday, 12pm – 5pm
Summer Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 12pm – 5pm

Cost:
General admission – Free
Some programs may have costs associated with them, so be sure to check out the program guide before signing up.

Ages: All ages

Features: The Rockwood Nature Center at Rockwood Park in Chesterfield offers a chance to interact with native reptiles and amphibians, explore a honeybee hive, and take part in educational programs all year long. With free admission, the center is an ideal place for families to explore and learn about nature together. To find classes and special events throughout the year, be sure check out their upcoming programs.

Science Museum of Virginia

Location:
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 864-1400

Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:30am – 5pm; Sunday, 11:30am – 5pm

Cost:
Exhibits Only:
Adults (13-59) – $14.50
Youth and Seniors (4-12 and 60+) – $13.50
Members and children under 3 – Free.
See additional pricing for special exhibits.

Exhibits Plus Dome:
Adults (13-59) – $18.50
Youth and Seniors (4-12 and 60+) – $17.50
Members – $5 Dome Pass

Age: All Ages

Features: The Science Museum of Virginia provides entertainment, education, and an all-around immersive experience for children and families. Filled with state-of-the-art exhibits that are designed to teach young minds about the world around them, the museum provides interactive displays, hands-on learning and an endless supply of fun. Tinker in labs, explore the universe or discover the natural world – the possibilities are endless.

Three Lakes Nature Center and Aquarium

Location:
400 Sausiluta Dr
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 652-1470

Hours:
December-February: Saturday and Sunday, 12pm – 4:30pm
March-May: Tuesday-Sunday, 12pm – 4:30pm
June-August: Tuesday-Friday, 10am – 4:30pm; Saturday and Sunday, 12pm – 4:30pm
September-November: Tuesday-Sunday, 12pm – 4:30pm

Cost: Free

Age: All Ages

Features: Three Lakes Nature Center and Aquarium showcases air, water and land in a 6,500 square-foot facility that is also home to a 50,000-gallon aquarium. See fish and other aquatic animals, learn about plant life, and find out what sort of creatures live in the wetlands and woodlands of Richmond. The center features exhibits, dioramas and interactive displays, as well as free programs throughout the year. Click here to learn more about upcoming programs, including the Summer Nature Series.

Virginia Museum of History & Culture

Location:
428 North Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 358-4901

Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm; Sunday, 10am – 5pm (galleries and museum shop)

Cost:
General Admission – Free
*Some special exhibits may be as much as $10/adults but are free for children under 18 and Virginia Museum of History & Culture members.

Age: All Ages

Features: Make learning about our home state fun for the whole family at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. The museum offers unique hands-on exhibits like “The Story of Virginia,” an interactive exhibit that showcases 16,000 years of Virginia history spanning from earliest man to modern technology, along with a wide range of historical artifacts, displays, and special presentations. With special programs and events throughout the year, you and your kids will love coming back time and again. Be sure to check the upcoming exhibition schedule online or call (804) 358-4901 to learn more.

Restaurants / Food

Cartwheels and Coffee

Location:
2820 W Cary St
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 355-5437

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am-1pm (Saturdays: private parties)

Cost:
Children 1 year and older – $5
Each additional child- $4
Infants under 1 year – FREE
10 Punch Card Pass – $40
One-month membership – $25 for the first child and $15 for each additional child

Ages: 0-6 years

Features: Cartwheels and Coffee is one of Richmond’s favorite indoor play areas for parents of young children. Featuring a secure play area with age-appropriate activities, classes, climbing toys and open play space, they offer a place for parents to relax while the kids play. With coffee for parents, free wi-fi, a special play area just for babies and fun classes for toddlers and kids, it’s a perfect fit for the whole family!

Chuck E. Cheese’s

Locations:
Richmond
9030 Broad St
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 762-4520

Midlothian
10430 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 330-9865

Hours:
Sunday –Thursday, 11am – 9pm
Friday, 11am – 10pm
Saturday, 10am – 10pm

Cost: Prices vary. Click here to see specials and coupons or see a complete menu here.

Age: All Ages

Features: For decades, Chuck E. Cheese’s has been the go-to place for family-friendly dinner, entertainment, and games. Featuring pizza, arcade games, rides, live shows and more, Chuck E. Cheese’s provides timeless entertainment for kids (and adults) of all ages.

Dave and Buster’s

Location:
4001 Brownstone Blvd
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 967-7399

Hours:
Sunday – Tuesday, 11am – 11pm
Wednesday and Thursday, 11am – Midnight
Friday and Saturday, 11am – 1am

Cost: Prices vary. Click here for local specials or see a complete menu here.

Age: All ages, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 25 years or older.

Features: Dave and Buster’s combines the best of both worlds for kids and adults alike. Featuring a large, state-of-the-art video arcade with games, rides and entertainment for all ages, Dave and Buster’s also provides a sports’ bar for adult patrons. With a classic family-friendly American menu, there’s truly something for everyone at this fun-filled restaurant and entertainment venue.

Shopping Centers

Chesterfield Towne Center

Location:
11500 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 794-4460

Hours: Monday –Saturday, 10am – 9pm; Sunday, 12pm – 6pm

Cost: Free

Age: No age restrictions, but there are height restrictions. Creek Crawl Play Area (outside of Dillard’s) is designed for children 36” or less. River Romp Play Area is designed for children 42” or less.

Features: Chesterfield Towne Center offers two play areas, one catering to toddlers and the other to slightly older children. Both areas feature soft climbing structures, age-appropriate interactive toys, and benches for parents – all of which can help to take the edge off a long shopping trip!

Regency Square Mall

Location:
1420 Parham Road
Richmond, VA 23229
(804) 740-7467

Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10am-9pm
Sunday: 12pm-6pm

Cost: Free

Ages: There is no age limit but the play area has a maximum height rule.

Features: Regency Square Mall has a small indoor play area for young kids which includes soft foam blocks and slides. For additional kid-friendly activities, be sure to check out the Regency Kids’ Club every first Thursday of the month from 10am-11:30am. Click here to sign-up for more information.

Short Pump Town Center

Location:
11800 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 360-1700

Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 9pm
Sunday: 11am – 6pm
* Children’s Museum of Richmond Short Pump is open daily from 9:30am – 5pm.

Cost:
Kids’ club and all other outdoor play area activities are free. Call (804) 360-1700 to inquire about Short Pump Express Train pricing.
Children’s Museum of Richmond Short Pump: $9/Youth and Adult (1-59); $8/Seniors (60+); Children under one and museum members are free.

Age: All ages

Features: Although Short Pump Town Center no longer offers an indoor play area and food court, they are home to the Children’s Museum of Richmond Short Pump location. Likewise, if the weather cooperates, Short Pump also offers an outdoor area in the Main Plaza with playhouses, as well as the Short Pump Express, an actual mini-train that takes kids (and parents) through the center. And last but not least, you can join Short Pump Pals for special kids-only activities hosted on the second Tuesday of every month. Short Pump Pals is for kids ages 8 and below and is free to join.

Libraries

The library is more than just a place to find a great book. Many of our local Richmond Area libraries also offer kids’ play areas, programs and special events. If you’re looking for a fun, easy, and most of all, free, place to take the kids this summer – or any time of the year – be sure to check your local library through one of the links below.

Richmond Public Library
Henrico County Library
Chesterfield County Public Library
Petersburg Public Library
Colonial Heights Public Library
Pamunkey Library (Goochland, Hanover, King William, King & Queen)