Rain showers or extreme cold got you stuck inside? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with the top ten ideas for indoor activities in Chesapeake, VA with kids. From indoor playgrounds, to arts and crafts spots, to indoor sports and recreation like ice skating and jumping on trampolines, the idea is to get out of the house and have fun with the kids. This is the most updated list of indoor activity and event spaces for kids in Chesapeake in 2024!
The Town Square Play Cafe
https://thetownsquareplaycafe.com/
Location: 2605 Moses Grandy Trl, Ste E, Chesapeake, VA 23323
Cost: $8-15 per child depending on age, with sibling discounts available
Hours:
Monday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Sunday 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Why I like it: At the Town Square Play Cafe, kids can be creative, active, and imaginative as they want, with so many different activities available. Great for children 6 and under, offering a space for moms and dads to relax, chat with each other, have playdates, and host birthday parties.
The Play Spot
Location: 648 Grassfield Pkwy, Suite 3, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Cost: $9-15 per person for a Family Play Session depending on the day
Hours: Vary from day to day, and you must reserve a spot in advance.
Why I like it: Read my full review article here! Shortened version: this is a perfectly unique place where the whole family can have fun! Your two hour Family Play Session will go by in a blink, but there is a treasure chest to coax the kids away from playing when it's time to leave.
We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym
https://werockthespectrumchesapeake.com/
Location: 211 Providence Rd Ste 3, Chesapeake, VA 23325
Cost: $15 per child, $13 for additional siblings
Monthly memberships or packages are available if you will be playing frequently!
Hours: Open Play is available every day usually, but times vary depending on private parties, so be sure to check the schedule before you visit
Why I like it: Read my full review article here! Shortened version: this is a perfect place to beat the heat, the cold or the rain while letting the kids get their energy out in a fun, sensory stimulating environment! We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym is great for neurotypical or neurodiverse children, with a variety of sensory equipment, an infant and toddler play area, and a calm corner with dimmed lights.
Funville Playground & Cafe
https://funvilleplayground.com/
Location: 4300 Portsmouth Blvd Suite 270B, Chesapeake, VA 23321
Cost: Pay for ALL DAY admission for toddlers or big kids (over 36" tall). Cost ranges from $17 per toddler admission - $27 per kids' general admission
Monthly memberships are available if you will be playing frequently!
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 3PM - 8PM
Friday 11AM - 8PM
Saturday 10AM - 8PM
Sunday 11AM - 7PM
Why I like it: This is indoor playground of your kids' dreams. Funville has activities for all ages and will give parents some time to relax while the kids play. Kids will have fun with indoor playground, ropes course, arcade, toddler playground and more! Plan on being there all day? Perfect! Funville has a full cafe perfect for lunch or snack.
The Art and Craft Room
https://theartandcraftroom.com/
Location: 450 Battlefield Blvd S, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Cost: Varies depending on what project you choose - $13 and up
Hours: Purely DIY: Tuesday - Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm
Workshops available at various dates and times - see the calendar!
Why I like it: Read my full review article here! Shortened version: This is a great place for both seasoned crafters who want DIY supplies and space to work and also families looking to try a craft with step-by-step instruction from the helpful staff. The Art and Craft Room offers so many crafting possibilities like bracelets, blankets, sculptures, and more. You will definitely want to come back again and again, making memories and mementos!
Skyzone Chesapeake
https://www.skyzone.com/chesapeake/
Location: 825 Greenbrier Cir. Ste. P, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Cost: Day pass ranges from $22.99 - $29.99
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 9AM - 9PM
Friday - Saturday 9AM - 11PM
Why I like it: Skyzone in Chesapeake is a great place for the kids to bounce or flip their energy away. They also offer birthday parties and group gatherings. Not only can the kids jump, but Skyzone also features a variety of activities such as dodge ball, battle beams, foam pits and more!
Our Daily Gnome Creative Arts Center
https://odgcac.org/
Location: 729 S Battlefield Blvd, Suite B, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Cost: Projects from $5 to $65 (no studio fees)
Hours: Open Craft Hours: Wed - Fri 12 - 6pm, Sat 10am - 2pm
Workshops available at other times - see the calendar!
Why I like it: Our Daily Gnome Creative Arts Center in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake has an amazing origin story that I encourage you to read for yourself on their website. In short, it is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping kids kick anxiety through creativity. The mother and daughter team who brought this dream to life are doing wonderful things for the Chesapeake community with in-studio crafting as well as their Gnome on the Roam outreach program.
Bowlero Chesapeake or Western Branch
https://www.bowlero.com/location/bowlero-chesapeake
Locations: 112 Medical Pkwy. East, Chesapeake, VA 23320
or 3101 Lynnhurst Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23321
Cost: They offer daily and weekly specials - see their website for more information.
Hours: Sunday - Monday 12PM - 11PM
Tuesday 4PM - 11PM
Wednesday - Thursday 12PM - 11PM
Friday 5PM - 12AM
Saturday 10AM - 12AM
Why I like it: Bowling is relaxing but challenging at the same time, allowing for amusing, friendly competition. Bowlero Chesapeake is a perfect place for a family activity on those days when you want to get the kids out of the house, but you're not looking for an all day attraction. Bowlero also offers an arcade, free wifi, and a lounge area.
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Chilled Ponds
https://www.chilledponds.com/
Location: 1416 Stephanie Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Cost: $15 per skater (this includes rental skates)
Hours: Check website for public skating times
Why I like it: Skating is a fun family activity that challenges you and your kids, and you might open up an interest in skating you never knew your kids had!
Glazenfyre: A Paint-It-Yourself Pottery Studio
http://www.glazenfyre.net/home.html
Location: 501 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Cost: The price of the pottery plus $7 per person studio fee
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 11AM - 6PM
Why I like it: Kids and adults love to paint, and going to an art studio keeps the mess out of your home (yay!) and gives the kids the freedom to pick from thousands of pieces of pottery and over 70 colors of paint.
Don’t forget to check Macaroni Kid Chesapeake’s events calendar for even more ideas for indoor (and outdoor!) family fun in Chesapeake, VA. We keep the calendar updated with things to do in Chesapeake with kids so that you can spend less time looking for something to do and more quality time with your kids! My goal is always to help you Find Your Family Fun!®
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