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15 Indoor Play Places to Beat the Heat
When the Montana sun is blazing, finding ways to keep your kids active without melting into the pavement can become a top priority. Luckily, Billings has a lineup of indoor spaces where kids, from toddlers to teens, can burn off energy, explore, and most importantly, stay cool. Whether you're wrangling preschoolers or trying to entertain a teenager, here's your go-to list for indoor fun this summer.
1. Lava Island 5000 Southgate Drive
The largest indoor themed playground in town, Lava Island is your one-stop destination for jump-til-you-drop family fun. With trampolines, foam pits, towering slides, a massive jungle gym, and a designated toddler zone, it’s perfect for all ages to play hard and cool down.
2. Monkey Around Play Cafe 605 24th Street West Suite 1
Designed for kids 10 and under, this indoor play cafe mixes big and small playground equipment with open-ended play opportunities. Parents can relax while kids climb, crawl, and giggle throughout their day. Bonus: they host private events and classes, too!
3. After Rage 339 South 26th Street
Need to blow off some steam? For kids 8+ (and grown-ups too), the Rage Room is a thrilling (and safe) way to let it all out. Prefer color to chaos? Try their Splatter Room with no minimum age required for a mess of a good time.
4. Wild Rose Action Center 529 24th Street West
This spot is jam-packed with action from Gel Blaster battles and Laser Tag to foam sword fights, virtual reality, and even axe throwing (the foam kind). There's also a party room and snack bar, making it an easy win for summer birthdays.
5. Ka-Ko Jo's (Located in Rimrock Mall) 300 South24th Street West A24
With more than 50 arcade games ranging from retro classics to fan-favorite shooters, this spot is a blast for all ages. Reloadable game cards make it easy to pick up where you left off, and those ticket jackpots? That are just waiting to be redeemed for something epic.
6. Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum 3024 2nd Avenue North
For families who love learning a little with their play, Wise Wonders offers interactive exhibits that inspire curiosity in science, tech, engineering, and math. It’s hands-on, brain-on fun for kids and their grown-ups.
7. Get Air Trampoline Park 1400 South 24th Street West
Wall-to-wall trampolines? Check. Foam pits, dodgeball, ninja obstacles, and slam dunk stations? Double check. This high-energy park is perfect for kids (and parents) who need to bounce it out indoors.
8. All Fun & Games 1116 16th Street West
Birthday party coming up? All Fun & Games makes it easy to customize your kid’s special day with food, entertainment, and plenty of indoor fun. Parents love the simplicity. Kids love everything else.
9. Steepworld Climbing & Fitness 1230 South 31st Street West
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber, Steepworld has indoor routes for all skill levels. Kids can challenge themselves with bouldering and belaying, while parents can climb or hang back in the fitness area.
10. Casual Space 601 24th Street West
Game night? Casual Space has that and more. With scheduled socials, creative classes, and open gaming hours, it’s the perfect spot for teens and parents looking to hang out, connect, and chill indoors.
11. Let’s Glow Putt 1595 Grand Avenue #235A
Indoor mini golf… but make it glow-in-the-dark! Let’s Glow Putt offers a fun, blacklight mini golf experience that’s perfect for kids, teens, and even parents looking for some friendly competition where there’s no sunscreen or wind-blown putts involved.
12. Ox Indoor Axe Throwing 119 Rhea Lane
For your older kids (teens and up) and adventurous adults, Ox Indoor Axe Throwing brings the thrill of axe throwing indoors in a fun, controlled environment. Book a session for a unique, air-conditioned activity that gets the adrenaline pumping.
13. Billings Escape Room 2593 Overland Avenue
If your family loves puzzles and teamwork, Billings Escape Room is your summer escape… literally! Work together to solve clues, unlock doors, and beat the clock all while staying cool indoors.
14. Grand Escape Room 801 14th Street West
An escape room option for families with older kids and teens, that offers a variety of themed rooms designed to challenge your minds while keeping you out of the summer heat.
15. Skate World Skate Center 701 S 29th Street West
Old-school fun never goes out of style! Skate World is a classic roller rink where families can roll the summer boredom away. Perfect for kids of all ages, with, themed nights, fun music, and cool air conditioning.
No pool floaties or sunscreen needed here, just a pair of socks, a sense of adventure, and maybe a little snack break in between. These indoor gems are helping Billings families make the most of summer without breaking a sweat.
