Here you’ll find guides to all the best Cincinnati holiday attractions to enjoy this winter! From where to see Santa and enjoy holiday lights, to where to go ice skating and see holiday trains, this guide has it all.

Cincinnati Holiday Attractions

Not sure where to begin to create a magical holiday season with your kids? Use the Cincinnati Holiday Attraction guides below to find all the details on Holiday Lights, Santa, Holiday Trains, and Ice Skating around Cincy this winter.

Cincinnati Holiday Lights 2025

Santa in Cincinnati 2025

Cincinnati Holiday Trains 2025

Cincinnati Ice Skating Rinks

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Thank you for checking out everything Cincinnati has to offer this holiday season.

And for gift ideas, check out my Holiday Gift Guides with all of our favorite things. Happy Holidays, friends!

Ready for your close up with jolly old St. Nick?

How lucky are we that Santa is making so many stops around the Queen City this year? There are many great places to visit Santa – and snap a photo or two. Check out my guide to the best spots to see Santa in Cincinnati for Christmas 2025.

And remember – Santa’s visits usually vary from the days and hours of the holiday attraction he is visiting. Santa typically arrives the weekend after Thanksgiving and heads back up to the North Pole on December 23 or 24. Most holiday attractions run a week or two longer than Santa’s visit, so double check dates before heading out!

Santa in Cincinnati Guide

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion

Christmas Glow is a drive thru light experience at Land of Illusion. After you enjoy the lights, head to the Christmas Village where you can find Santa in Santa’s Workshop. There is an additional fee for photos.

Santa’s Workshop is open daily from 6:00 to 10:00pm beginning November 28 through December 24, 2025.

Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion is located at 8762 Thomas Road, Middletown, OH 45042

Fifty West Brewery Cincinnati

Awaiting info for 2025

If you’d like a beer with your Santa photos, head over to the Fifty West Burger Bar and Beer Garden. The Fifty West locations on Wooster Pike and in Deerfield are hosting photos with Santa on November 29, 2024 only. This event is both kid-friendly and dog-friendly.

You can buy tickets for your visit with Santa online. First select location, then scroll to events. Tickets are $45 and include one physical print photo, one digital copy and free hot cocoa for the kids.

Fifty West Wooster Pike is located at 7605 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Fifty West Deerfield is located at 5224 District Park Drive, Mason, OH 45040

WinterFest at Burger Farm and Garden Center

Santa will be visiting WinterFest at Burger Farm and Garden Center for two weekends in 2025. You can meet Santa on November 28 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, and November 29, November 30, December 6, and December 7, 2025 from noon to 4:00pm. This event is free! Enjoy refreshments like hot cocoa, coffee, popcorn, and sugar cookies while you’re there.

Burger Farm and Garden Center is located at 7849 Main Street (RT 32), Cincinnati, OH 45244

Ho Ho Hayrides at Hidden Valley Orchards

Take a hayride to go see Santa at Hidden Valley Orchards. Ho Ho Hayrides will run weekends from November 29 to December 20, 2025. You will need to purchase tickets online to reserve a time slot, as walk-ins cannot be guarenteed. Tickets are $20 per person, but free for children 2 and under.

Tickets include a hayride through the lighted orchard, a chance to visit with Santa, time to play at Sproutsville Christmas Village, smore’s, and more.

Hidden Valley Orchards is located at 5474 North State Route 48, Lebanon, OH 45036

Winter Wonderland Santa Event at Wonderland Playground

Wonderland Playground is holding their Winter Wonderland Santa Event on December 3 to 5, 2025, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. There is also one morning session on December 5 from 9:00am to 11:00am. Tickets are $27.50 per child, and include 2 adults, a visit with Santa and the opportunity to take your own photos against a themed backdrop, a ticket to make your own fancy hot chocolate, a slice of pizza and juice box for dinner, and an evening play time session.

You do need to purchase tickets in advance. To buy tickets to this event, go to Buy Tickets, select a date (December 3, 4, or 5 only), then select ‘Winter Wonderland Santa Event’ under Tickets before completing your purchase.

Wonderland Playground is located at 8255 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45255

Sundays with Santa at Station Road Farm

Every Sunday from December 7 to 21, 2025, Santa will be visiting Station Road Farm from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Come visit and take a picture with Santa at the Christmas Market, then enjoy a sleigh ride around the farm (weather permitting).

Station Road Farm is located at 6749 Station Road, West Chester, OH 45069

Christmas on the Farm at the Hamilton County Fair

Enjoy visits with Santa, animals, breakfast, crafts, and more at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds. Christmas on the Farm will take place on December 7, 13, and 20, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Hamilton County Fairgrounds is located at 7700 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH

Grant’s Garden Center

Head out to Grant’s Garden Center to enjoy their holiday train display, and visits from Santa! Santa will be visiting the garden center on November 22 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, November 29 from noon to 2:00pm, November 30 from noon to 2:00pm, December 6 from noon to 2:00pm, and December 7, 2025 from noon to 2:00pm.

This event is free. Please bring your own camera or smartphone to take photos.

Grant’s Garden Center is located at 2115 S.R. 131, Batavia, OH 45103

Events with Santa in Cincinnati

There are many fun events in 2025 to meet Santa in Cincinnati. Here are some that caught my eye! Many events are free, while others have ticket fees and require advance registration.

• Duke Energy’s Light Up the Square on Fountain Square – November 28
• Cincinnati Fire Museum’s Santa Rescue – November 29
• Holiday Lights Event at Deerfield Town Center – November 29
• Braxton Factory 52’s Tree Lighting – November 29
• Deer Park’s Christmas Tree Lighting – November 29
• Read with Santa at Bike Trail Books – November 30
• Holidays in Deerfield – November 30
• Hartwell Tree Lighting with Santa – December 5
• Christmas Market and Festival at Buck Ridge Farms – December 5-6
• City of Loveland’s Christmas Tree Lighting Festival – December 6
• City of Montgomery’s Holiday in the Village – December 6
• Anderson Park District’s Visit with Santa at Juilfs Park – December 12
• West Chester’s Pioneer Christmas at Keehner Park – December 14

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I hope you and your little ones enjoy meeting Santa while he’s visiting Cincinnati from the North Pole. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas, friends!

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ALL ABOARD for Cincinnati holiday trains season!

Enjoying Cincinnati holiday trains has been a staple festive activity in our house since my son was a baby. In 2025, there are 13 Cincinnati holiday train displays and ride-on train attractions around Cincinnati. So hop on board, and enjoy Cincinnati holiday train seasons before it choo choos out of town.

Holiday Train Displays

Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains at Cincinnati Museum Center

The Duke Energy Holiday Trains have been a Cincinnati staple for decades. The trains are on display at the Cincinnati Museum Center as part of Holiday Junction November 14, 2025 through January 5, 2026. The museum is open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Access to Holiday Junction is included in museum admission and membership.

The big attractions at Holiday Junction are the Duke Energy Holiday Trains and the Brickopolis LEGO display. But also make sure to check out the holiday scavenger hunt, interactive holiday exhibits, and visits with Santa.

Holiday Junction at Cincinnati Museum Center is located at 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203

Festival of Ferns at Krohn Conservatory

Festival of Ferns is this year’s annual holiday event at Krohn Conservatory. This event features a train display set among miniature replicas of Cincinnati landmarks and holiday flora. Festival of Ferns runs daily from 10:00am to 8:00pm November 1, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Please check their calendar for dates with limited hours.

Tickets can be purchased at the door. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 5-17, and free for ages 4 and under.

Krohn Conservatory is located at 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Holly Jolly Days at Behringer-Crawford Museum

Holly Jolly Days is the holiday event at Behringer-Crawford Museum. This attraction runs November 11, 2025 to January 11, 2026. The museum is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm Tuesday to Saturday, and 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday. BCM is closed on holidays and Monday.

This event features a holiday toy train display with interactive accessories for guests to enjoy. There will also be family fun activities, a LEGO Makerspace, and a special vintage Christmas decor exhibit.

Tickets are $9 for adults, $8 for seniors 60+, and $5 for children ages 3-17 (under 3 is free). Wednesdays are Grandparents Days with free admission for one grandchild per paid grandparent.

Behringer-Crawford Museum is located in Devou Park at 1600 Montague Road, Covington, KY 41011

Train Days at Heritage Village Museum in Sharon Woods

Heritage Village Museum, located within Sharon Woods, is a living history museum set in 19th century life in Ohio. During the holidays, the museum hosts Train Days, featuring a large model train display inside a historic train station.

Train Days runs December 17, 2025 to January 4, 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm (noon to 3:00pm on Sundays). It will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. Tickets are $5 per person, and children under age 4 are free.

Heritage Village Museum is located at 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241

Holidays on the Farm at Winton Woods Farm

Great Parks of Hamilton Country’s Holidays on the Farm at Parky’s Farm in Winton Woods is back, and bigger than ever. This holiday attraction includes a walkable light display, visits with Santa, a train display, animal encounters, wagon rides, food & drink, and more! The interactive holiday train display is located in Santaland in the red barn area. Here you can also find Santa and his reindeer, letters to Santa, crafts, and pony rides.

Holidays on the Farm will be open nightly 5:00pm to 9:00pm from December 4 to 23, 2025. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door – although it is cheaper to buy tickets in advance. Admission is $17 for adults, $12 for kids ages 3-12 and seniors 62+, and children 2 & under are free.

Holidays on the Farm at Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center is located at 10073 Daly Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Grant’s Garden Center

Grant’s Garden Center will transform their greenhouse into a winter wonderland, complete with model train display. There is no charge to check out the trains. This winter wonderland is on display November 15 through December 21, 2025. Check their website for extended holiday hours.

Grant’s Garden Center is located at 2115 S.R. 131, Batavia, OH 45103

Ride-On Holiday Trains

North Polar Express at PNC Festival of Lights at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

While enjoying the Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo, make sure to hop aboard the North Polar Express train for a special view of all the lights. Train rides begin at 2:30pm daily.

The Festival of Lights runs from November 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026. The Cincinnati Zoo is open from 10:00am to 9:00pm, with festivities beginning at 4pm. Extended hours are back, with the zoo closing at 9:00pm Sunday to Thursday, at 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday, and at 10:00pm from December 20-31.

Admission to the Festival of Lights is included in zoo tickets and passes. However, train tickets must be purchased with an Admission + Ride Packages ticket or with a membership that includes rides (Gold level and above).

PNC Festival of Lights at The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is located at 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45220

Liberty Center Express at Liberty Center

Liberty Center Express at Liberty Center is also currently running. The train is open from 11:00am to 8:00pm Monday through Saturday, and noon to 6:00pm on Sunday. The Liberty Center Express is located on the upper level of the Foundry in the new Liberty Fun Zone. Tickets are $6 per ride.

Liberty Center is located at 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township, OH 45069

North Pole Express by LM&M Railroad

Looking for an authentic train experience? Then check out the North Pole Express by LM&M Railroad. This experience includes an hour and 15 minute train ride in cars decked out in Christmas decorations. Santa and his elves are on board to spread Christmas cheer.

The North Pole Express runs in select dates in November and December. Advanced reservations are required and tickets can be purchased online. Tickets begin at $30 per person.

LM&M Railway Ticket Office is located at 16 E. South Street, Lebanon, OH 45036

Holiday Trains at A Carillon Christmas at Carillon Historical Park

A Carillon Christmas is a holiday event at Carillon Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio. This holiday attraction offers 3 train options. The Carillon Park Railroad is a narrated, mile-long ride on a replica of one of the first trains to arrive in Dayton, and costs $5 per person, per ride. The Midnight Express Train rides go through a winter wonderland of lights reminiscent of a trip to the North Pole, and cost: $1 per person, per ride. There are also model train displays, included with admission.

This event begins November 25 through December 30, 2025, excluding holidays. It is open daily from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Sunday to Thursday, and 5:00pm to 10:00pm Friday and Saturday. In addition to the holiday train, enjoy the light displays, Santa, a Christmas village, and more.

Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors ages 60+, $10 for children ages 3-17, and free for children 2 and under. Dayton History Members also get in free. Tickets can be purchased online.

A Carillon Christmas at Carillon Historical Park is located at 1000 Carillon Boulevard, Dayton, OH 45409

K.I. & Miami Valley Railroad at Kings Island’s WinterFest

WinterFest at Kings Island features the amusement park decked out in holiday lights, shows, attractions and more. One of the attractions running during WinterFest is the K.I. & Miami Valley Railroad. Hop on the train to ride around this WinterFest wonderland.

King Island’s WinterFest runs on select nights beginning November 28 through December 31, 2025. Tickets can be purchased online. Admission is included for those with an annual Gold pass.

WinterFest at Kings Island is located at 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Island, OH 45034

The Christmas Ranch

The Christmas Ranch is a drive thru light experience in Morrow. After enjoying the lights, head into the village to check out shops, see Santa, and hop on one of the holiday train and wagon rides. Ride around the village to enjoy the lights from a different vantage point. Tickets for the train and wagon rides are $4.50 per person. Ages 3 and under are free.

This attraction runs from November 21 through December 23, 2025. It is open 5:00 to 9:00pm Sunday though Thursday, and 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $37 per carload, and can be purchased online (for $5 cheaper!).

The Christmas Ranch is located at 3205 S. Waynesville Road, Morrow, OH 45152

Yuletide Village at Renaissance Park

Yuletide Village at Renaissance Park is the Renaissance Fair’s winter holiday attraction. Yuletide Village offers holiday light shows, food and drink, holiday market, Yuletide Express train, and photos with Santa – and Krampus. This attraction is open Fridays from 5:00 to 9:00pm and Saturdays from 3:00pm to 9:00pm beginning November 28 to December 20, 2025. Admission is $17 per person, with children ages 12 and under free. Tickets can be purchased online.

The Yuletide Express train journeys around the park, through Santa Lane, Candy Cane Row, Krampus Way, and Jingle Bell Lane. Train ride tickets are $5/ person and ages 3 & under are free.

Renaissance Park is located at 10542 East State Route 73 Waynesville, OH 45068

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I hope you enjoy the magical Cincinnati holiday trains around town this year. Happy Holidays, friends!

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The best indoor play centers, cafes, playgrounds and more around Cincinnati to enjoy in 2025

One of the best ways to survive a midwest winter and crazy spring weather with little kids is to spend time at one of the many Cincinnati indoor play places. From play pretend towns to indoor playgrounds, from inflatables and free play places, and from trampoline parks to play cafes designed for the littlest ones in mind, there’s an indoor play place that’s perfect for everyone. Check out our list of Cincinnati Indoor Play Places to check out in 2025 to find the perfect spot for you!

Indoor Play Centers and Cafes

Little Diggers Playspace

New in 2025

Little Diggers Playspace is a brand new play spot perfect for kids who love construction equipment and playing in the sand. Located in West Chester, Little Diggers has one GIANT sandbox, another smaller one to the side, and tons of construction-themed and sand toys. This place is for ages 7 and under only, and is best enjoyed when kids can navigate through the sand on their own (without trying to eat it).

Admission is based on playtime duration. A 30 minute play session is $12/child ($10/sibling). An hour play session is $16/child ($12/sibling & $10/siblings 2+). A 2 hour play session is $21/child ($17/sibling & $10/sibling 2+). Then it’s $5 per additional hour after that. Admission also includes 2 adults per family for free (additional adults are $5 each). My kids (ages 7 & 2) were good with an hour of play time. You do receive a text alert when you have 10 minutes of play time left, and are able to add the additional hour for $5 at that time.

Little Diggers is open 7 days a week from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Little Diggers Playspace is located at 9442 Water Front Drive, West Chester, OH 45069

Green Elephant Play

New in 2025

Green Elephant Play officially opens on June 17, 2025. With a focus on eco-friendly play, Green Elephant is the only indoor play place for kids located in downtown Cincinnati. This is the spot to take your kids to play with really cool toys. Designed for ages 1-8, my 2 and 7 year olds spent a solid 2 hours playing with their friends.

At Green Elephant Play, you’ll find a ton of green (re: not plastic!) toys to play with. My kids loved the doll house, train table, giant blocks, shopping cart, ice cream cart, Lovevery toys, ball pit, a small wooden climbing structure, chalk wall, pom pom pit, reading nook, puzzle wall, and more. There is also a gated playpen for infants.

Daily admission is $10.50/child aged 1-8, and infants under age 1 are free with paid sibling. Socks are required – but if you forget, grippy socks are available for purchase for $1. Hours are Tuesday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, and on Saturday from 7:00am to 1:00pm. Closed Sunday for parties and Monday for cleaning. Parking-wise, there is a lot of street parking, plus free parking at casino across the street (this is what we opted to do, and it was easy peasy!).

Green Elephant Play is located at 9528 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Chasing Cali Collective

New in 2024

Chasing Cali Collective is a brand new concept to Cincinnati, offering childcare in their play space while parents can work, grab a coffee from their coffee bar, enjoy self care such as the infrared sauna and spa services, or even take a nap(!!!). The childcare services are for babies (over 6 weeks old) and toddlers only. However, there is parent monitored play available on most weekends.

Located in Reading, little ones will enjoy themed crafts and activities at Chasing Cali. Childcare sessions available in increments from 1 hour to 2.5 hours. Parents must stay onsite. You can book a spot online, but walk-ins are also welcome during the week.

The cost for childcare starts at $15 for one hour for one child and goes up to $30 for 2.5 hours for 1 child. They also offer a coffee/play date session for one hour for 2 kids for $27 so you can catch up with your mom bestie uninterrupted while your littles play. The parent monitored play sessions are $10 each. Hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (so if you want an hour of childcare, get there by 4:00pm), and vary on weekends.

Chasing Cali Collective is located at 418 W. Benson Street, Reading, OH 45215

We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym Cincinnati

We Rock The Spectrum Cincinnati is a kids gym designed for kids of all abilities to enjoy. The equipment in the gym was designed for children with sensory processing disorders, but the gym is open to all children. Located a few doors down from the new Deer Park Library, WRTS Cincinnati offers both open play and classes. And great news for parents on the other side of the river. We Rock The Spectrum Northern Kentucky opened in Erlanger in 2024.

WRTS is designed for infants up to kids 13 years old. Current pricing for open play is $14/child, with $12 for a sibling. Packages and memberships are available for purchase. Open play hours are generally from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily, but it can vary week to week based on private events and camps

We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym Cincinnati is located at 4060 E Galbraith Rd Unit 17, Cincinnati, OH 45236

We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym Northern Kentucky is located at 331 Kenton Lands Road, Suite 400, Erlanger, KY 41018

Wonderland Playground

Located in Anderson Township, Wonderland Playground boasts a play area for little kids, a large play area for bigger kids, and a ninja course. This indoor play center was designed for kids ages 1 through 8. Amenities include a nursing room, cafe, and free wi-fi.

Reservations must be made online prior to playing. Pricing for general admission is $16 per child for a 2 hour time slot. Time slots are 9:00 to 11:00am, 12:00 to 2:00pm, and 3:00 to 5:00pm.

Wonderland Playground is located at 8255 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45255

Magic Land Play Café

Magic Land Play Café is a unique play place in Harrison. Designed for kids 7 and under, Magic Land has spaces for climbing, sliding, play pretend, a mess-free sandbox, and more. They also have a human claw machine – something I’ve never seen before in Cincinnati!

Open play admission is $12 per child for 3 hours. Additional siblings are $10 each and babies under 1 year old are free with a paid sibling. Magic Land hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday, and 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday and Sunday.  

Magic Land Play Café is located at 10501 New Haven Rd Suite E and F, Harrison, OH 45030

Recreations Outlet 

Recreations Outlet is an indoor play set and equipment showroom that is open for children to play. Located in Milford, this is a great spot to take the kids when it’s raining or too chilly to play outside. Also, it was very clean! Recreations Outlet is great for all ages, and best for toddlers up to big kids. There is a small area for the littlest ones, but kids will have the most fun once they can (mostly) run, climb and jump on their own.

A play pass is $9 per child from Monday to Friday, and $12 per child on weekends & school holidays. Discounted punch passes and annual memberships are also available for purchase. On a budget? Check out the charity play sessions from 9:00 to 11:00am on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Charity play sessions are $4 per child for 2 hours, and 50% of profits go to the featured charity of the month. This is what we typically opt for when visiting this spot.

Recreations Outlet is open 7 days a week from 9:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Saturday, and noon to 6:00pm on Sunday.

Recreations Outlet is located at 885 OH-28, Milford, OH 45150

Busy Bees Kids Playhouse

Busy Bees Kids Playhouse, formerly Bee Kind Kids Clubhouse, in Liberty Township is an indoor play space designed for kids under age 10 (older kids are welcome as long as they play gently). This space reopened under new management in late summer 2024. There is a separate spot for babies, as well as a place for parents to work while their children play.

The cost is $10 per child, and $7 for siblings. Infants 8 months and younger are free. Current hours are Tuesday evening from 4:00 to 7:00pm and Friday mornings 9:30am to 12:30pm.

Busy Bees Kids Playhouse is located at 5534 Eureka Dr A, Liberty Township, OH 45011

Creative Play Cafe

Creative Play Cafe in Crescent Springs, KY is a play cafe focused on imaginary play. This space is designed for kids ages 1 to 6, but there is a small area for older siblings to hangout. Timed-entry play date tickets can be purchased on their website.

A 2-hour play date session is $15 per child ages 1 to 6 years old. Babies under age 1 year old are free with a paid sibling. Children ages 7 and older are $10 each, and must stay in the designated area with a STEM activity. Effective 3/1/25, adults will be charged a $2 admission. Memberships are also available for purchase.

Current Creative Play Cafe hours are 8:30am to 4:00pm from Sunday to Thursday, and 8:30am to 5:00pm on Friday and Saturday.

Creative Play Cafe plans to open a second location in Union, KY in 2025.

Creative Play Cafe is located at 2434 High Street, Crescent Springs, KY 41017

For the Littlest Littles

LilyPad

LilyPad is my favorite indoor play spot in Cincinnati for babies who aren’t walking yet and young toddlers (although children up to age 6 will still enjoy it!). There are now three locations – in O’Bryonville, OH, Crescent Springs, KY, and West Chester, OH. LilyPad locations have an open play area with play set, climbing wall, and play pretend section. They also have an area just for crawlers.

LilyPad has many mom-friendly features, such as a nursing room, kitchen and snack-room, and fully stocked changing tables in each bathroom. This is also a nut-free facility – perfect for those with food allergies.

The cost is $10 per child, $8 per sibling, for all day play. Babies under age 1 year old are free. Membership and discount packages are available. The cost is the same at all 3 LilyPad locations.

Current hours are 9:00am to 3:00pm from Monday to Friday. The O’Bryonville and West Chester locations are open 9:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, and closed on Sunday for private events. The Crescent Springs, KY location is closed on Saturday for private events, and open on Sunday from 9:00am to 1:00pm.

LilyPad is located at 2008 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208

LilyPad Crescent Springs is located at 574 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs, KY 41017

LilyPad West Chester is located at 7334 Tylers Corner Place, Suite 100, West Chester, OH 45069

PETALS Playhouse & Activity Center

New in 2024

New this year is PETALS Playhouse & Activity Center for children 6 years and under. Located in Paddock Hills / North Avondale, this spot is just down the road from the original Sugar N Spice location.

PETALS Playhouse is a 1900 sq ft indoor play and activity center with 4 specialty theme areas – including a sensory-friendly castle-theme area, arcade, and lego station. What makes this spot special is that they have partnered with Rosemary’s Babies Company for special pricing for teen parents (under 19 years old).

The cost is $20 per child, $10 for 2 or more children, and $2 for 2 or more children for teen parents. Open play hours are 10:00am to 4:00pm on Monday and Tuesday. PETALS Playhouse is also open for private events Friday through Sunday.

PETALS Playhouse is located at 4439 Reading Rd, Suite 107, Cincinnati, OH 45229
Off Avon Avenue, turn in rear lot of the building

Places with Inflatables

Dig ‘N Play 

New location

Although Dig ‘N Play has been around since 2019, this play spot recently moved to a new location in West Chester. The new location boasts a large sand table, a bigger play structure, a toddler play structure, inflatables, and a a play pretend area. Dig ‘N Play is great for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2 to 6).

Despite featuring a sand table, Dig ‘N Play is one of the cleanest indoor play spots in Cincinnati. All the toys and sand are regularly sanitized. This spot also offers mom-friendly amenities, such a nursing room and changing station.

The cost for open play is $10 for ages 2 and under, and $13 for ages 3 and up. Dig ‘N Play is open from 9:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday, 9:30am to 7:00pm on Friday, 10:00am to 7:00pm on Saturday, and noon to 5:00pm on Sunday.

Dig ‘N Play is now located at 4902 Union Centre Pavilion, West Chester, OH 45069

Kid Clubhouse: Indoor Playground

Located a bit north of Cincinnati in the Dayton suburb of Springboro is Kid Clubhouse. This indoor play spot boasts a large playground, toddler room, bounce house and interactive game floor. They also have cool events like Glow Night. Kid Clubhouse is also parent-friendly with a dedicated workstation and nursery with changing tables.

And great news for Cincinnati folks – Kid Clubhouse opened a second location in Mason in July 2024! The Mason location has a huge play structure for big kids, ninja course, gated-in toddler area (with view of big kid area & ninja course), rock climbing wall, small trampoline area, interactive ball maze, hanging carousel, and more. There is also a large seating area with work station for parents, a nursery, and snack bar (that serves coffee!).

Kid Clubhouse is designed for kids ages 12 and under – and I would say it’s great for ages 1 to 12. As long as your littlest one can climb, they will have fun at this Cincinnati indoor play spot.

Admission for all day play is $10 for ages 1 to 2 years old and $13 for ages 3 to 12 years old. Babies under age 1 are free with a paid sibling. 2 adults are included with admission, while additional adults or siblings 13+ are $3 each. Hours at both Kid Clubhouse locations are 9:30am to 8:00pm Monday to Saturday, and noon to 6:00pm on Sunday.

Kids Clubhouse Springboro is located at 865 W Central Ave, Springboro, OH 45066

Kid Clubhouse Mason is located at 3187 Western Row Road #109, Maineville, OH 45039

Run, Jump-N-Play 

Located in Blue Ash, Run, Jump-N-Play is an indoor showroom filled with swing sets and outdoor play equipment with daily open play sessions for kids to enjoy. This indoor play spot boasts swing sets, trampolines, basketball hoops, a toddler area, and inflatables on the weekend. We have enjoyed RJP from the toddler years and up (the maximum age is 15). You can read my full review on Run, Jump-N-Play here.

Open play is $8 for kids ages 5 & under and $10 for ages 6+ on weekdays. On weekends and holidays (when the inflatables are running), the cost is $10 for kids under 36in tall and $13 for kids over 36in tall. Children must be over 36in tall to go on the inflatables. Run, Jump-N-Play is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 9:00pm on Saturday, and 10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday.

Run, Jump-N-Play is located just off I-71 at the Pfeiffer Road exit at 5897 Pfeiffer Rd Ste B, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Jump & Jack’s

Also located in West Chester, Jump & Jack’s is a large indoor play center with play areas for big kids, toddlers and inflatables. This indoor play spot is best for ages 3 to 11, but can be enjoyed by toddlers with adult supervision.

Admission is $5 for crawlers to 2 years old every day. For kids 3 and up, admission $10 per child on weekdays and $13 on Friday nights and weekends. Hours are 9:30am to 8:00pm Monday to Saturday, and 11:30am to 8:00pm on Sunday. Special hours for their inflatables are posted on social media.

Jump & Jack’s is located at 7102 Office Park Dr, West Chester, OH 45069

Pump It Up

Pump It Up in West Chester is all inflatables, all the time. However, it is a spot primarily for private birthday parties and events, and therefore it is not open daily. Open Jump sessions can be found on their calendar, and spots can be reserved in advance. The cost for open jump sessions is $5 for toddlers under age 2 and $10 for kids ages 2 to 17 years old.

Pump It Up is located at 7724 Service Center Dr, West Chester, OH 45069

Jump!Zone

Jump!Zone in Florence, KY boats 9 large inflatables to enjoy. Like Pump It Up, Jump!Zone is mainly used for private birthday parties and events, and is not open daily. While hours for their Open!Play sessions vary, it is typically open at 9:00 or 10:00am until 3:00pm on weekdays, from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday, and 11:00am to 6:00pm on Sunday. All Open!Play sessions are listed on the calendar on the Jump!Zone website.

The cost for Open!Play is $10 for ages 12mo-23mo and $15 for ages 2 to 12 years old for all day.

Jump!Zone is located at 5765 Constitution Dr, Florence, KY 41042

Scene75 Cincinnati

Scene75 is not your traditional play center, but it does offer a bounce zone with a variety of inflatables for kids under age 12 (but also over 42in tall) to enjoy. Check out their website for other attractions.

The Scene75 Bounce Zone is $10 per child. It is open during regular business hours: noon to 9:00pm Sunday to Thursday, noon to 11:00pm on Friday, and 10:00am to 11:00pm on Saturday.

Scene75 Cincinnati is located at 876 OH-28, Milford, OH 45150

Free Indoor Play Centers

Graeter’s Kenwood Lil’ Pints Play Room

One of my favorite indoor play spots to go when you just need to get out of the house for an hour is the Lil’ Pints Play Room at Graeter’s Kenwood store. Nothing turns around a bad day like a scoop of your favorite treat and running around an ice cream themed play room.

Graeter’s Lil’ Pints Play Room is open during regular store hours: from 6:30am to 10:00pm Tuesday to Thursday, 6:30am to 11:00pm on Friday, 9:00am to 10:00pm on Sunday, and 11:00am to 10:00pm on Monday. There is a large climbing area with ice cream cone slide, a section for the youngest kids, an ice cream truck play house, and more. This play room is designated for kids ages 9 and under, and socks are required.

Graeter’s Kenwood store is located at 8167 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45236

The Dungeon at King Arthur’s Court Toy Store

What could be better than a super cool, royal toy store? How about one with a free play room to enjoy? The Dungeon is located in the basement of King Arthur’s Court Toy Store in Oakley. This spot is made up of 3 rooms filled with toys to play with, climb on, and enjoy. Check out my review below.

The Dungeon is open during regular store hours: 10:00am to 8:00pm Monday to Saturday and 11:00am to 6:00pm on Sunday.

King Arthur’s Court Toys is located at 3040 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Cincinnati Children’s Discovery Zone at Liberty Center

At Liberty Center, you can find a free indoor play spot where kids can climb, slide, build, explore, and more! According to their website, the Cincinnati Children’s Discovery Center is in the Foundry building, between the Food Hall and MidPointe Library Liberty on the second floor.

Liberty Center is located at 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township, OH 45069

The Backyard at Newport on the Levee

Did you know Newport on the Levee has a free children’s play area for children ages 12 and under? New in 2024, The Backyard play area is located in The Gallery and open during regular hours. The play area includes a swing set, climbing dome, see saws, outdoor games, and plenty of seating for grownups.

Newport on the Levee is located at One Levee Way, Newport, KY 41071

Little Village at City Gospel Mission

Little Village is a free play spot for children under age 5. According to their website, the Little Village has spaces for science, art, play pretend, tumbling, reading construction, and an area for babies. The play area is open from 9:00am to 6:00pm Tuesday to Friday, and from 10:00am to 2:00pm on Saturday.

Little Village at City Gospel Mission is located at 2420 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211

Community Commons Playscape

Community Commons in Harrison has a free indoor play structure. The building also houses a church and child care center. The play area is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Community Commons is located at 9850 Carolina Trace, Harrison, OH 45030

Trampoline Parks

Trampoline parks are typically great for older kids, but can also be enjoyable with younger kids at places with designated toddler hours. They are typically more expensive than other indoor play spots, but have more attractions and are open late.

Most trampoline parks also require you to wear special grippy jump socks. TIP: buy the socks once, and keep them in your car for future use.

Urban Air Adventure Park 

There’s a lot to enjoy at Urban Air Adventure Park in Oakley for kids of all ages. This indoor play spot boasts loads of trampolines, an indoor play structure, a warrior course with ball pit, a balance beam with foam block pit, climbing hill, and several ultimate attractions. Hours vary week to week, but they are typically open until at least 8:00pm. Read my full review below.

For those with younger kids, head out to Urban Air during the Jumperoo session. This special session is only for kids ages 2 to 5. Jumperoo runs during the school year from 10:00am to 12:30pm on select dates.

Tickets to Urban Active are $30.99 for Ultimate attractions (which includes everything) and $24.99 for Deluxe attractions (which includes the trampolines, playground, dodgeball, etc. – basically everything that does not require additional workers to operate). For children under 40in tall, tickets are $12.99 each. I believe this is also the price for the Jumperoo session. Additionally, parent pass are available for 50% of what you pay for your kid’s ticket. Monthly memberships are also available.

Urban Air Cincinnati is located in Oakley at 3321 Alamo Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Another cool indoor play spot to jump your heart out is Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Springdale. This spot has an area for freestyle jumping, foam pit, basketball hoops, and more. Tickets are $22.99 for a standard 90 minute session and $32.99 for all day. Monthly memberships are also available.

Sky Zone is open from 4:00 to 8:00pm Monday to Thursday, noon to 9:30pm on Friday, 11:00am to 9:30pm on Saturday, and 11:00am to 8:00pm on Sunday.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park is located at 11745 Commons Dr, Springdale, OH 45246

Altitude Trampoline Park 

With locations in Mason and Anderson, Altitude Trampoline Park is an indoor play center with a large trampoline area, foam pit, battle beam, wipeout, and more. Altitude offers a Junior Jumpers Jam 2-hour pass for ages 2 to 6 for only $8. This pass is only available on weekdays from 10:00am to 1:00pm. They also offer a Home School Hops pass available weekdays from 11:00am to 1:00pm for $7.

Regular pricing for Altitude Trampoline Park is $21.99 for a 90 minute session and $24.99 for a 120 minute session. Monthly memberships are available for purchase. Hours are 10:00am to 8:00pm Monday to Thursday, 10:00am to 9:00pm on Friday, 11:00am to 9:00pm on Saturday, and 11:00am to 8:00pm on Sunday.

Altitude Trampoline Park – Mason is located at 4786 Fields Ertel Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249

Altitude Trampoline Park – Anderson is located at 7522 Beechmont Ave Cincinnati, OH 45255

Get Air Trampoline Park 

Next to Jump & Jacks you’ll find Get Air Trampoline Park is another spot for indoor fun in West Chester. This trampoline park offers a foam pit, dodgeball, ninja activities, and of course, lots of trampolines.

For the littlest ones, there is Kiddie Court – a section of the park reserved for kids under 46 inches tall, as well as Toddler Time. Toddler Time is for kids under 46in tall and is available from 10:00am to noon on Tuesday and Thursday, and from 8:00am to 10:00am on Sunday. The cost is $10.99 per child, and one adult is free. Toddler Time is still available when school for big kids is out for breaks, but little ones will be required to jump in the Kiddie Court section of the park.

Pricing for “big air” tickets (for kids over 46in tall) is $16.99 for one hour, $23.99 for 2 hours, and $26.99 for 3 hours. “Little air” tickets (for kids under 46in tall) are $10.99 for one hour, $17.49 for 2 hours, and $20.49 for 3 hours.

Open jump hours are 10:00am to 8:00pm Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday, from noon to 8:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday, and 10:00am to 7:00pm (with extended “Club Air” hours from 7:00pm to 10:00pm for kids over 46in tall) on Friday and Saturday.

Get Air Trampoline Park is located at 7106 Office Park Dr, West Chester Township, OH 45069

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The best museums for littles around Cincinnati

Cincinnati is home to its very own children’s museum (located within the Cincinnati Museum Center), but did you know that there are many other museums that are great for kids? Here are all of the wonderful Cincinnati kid-friendly museums to enjoy.

The Children’s Museum at the Cincinnati Museum Center in Queensgate

The Children’s Museum is located within the Cincinnati Museum Center. There is a lot to do within just the Children’s Museum, but it is a popular spot and can get pretty crowded.

Museum tickets or a membership is required. Hours and admission information can be found on their website.

Cincinnati Museum Center is located at 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203

Cincinnati Fire Museum in Downtown Cincinnati

Did you know that Cincinnati is the birthplace of professional firefighting? You can learn all about it – plus see cool firetrucks, firefighting equipment and learn about fire safety, at the Cincinnati Fire Museum.

Expect to spend a hour or two at this museum. There is a cost for admission, but it is fairly inexpensive. Hours and ticket prices can be found on their website.

Cincinnati Fire Museum is located at 315 W Court Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Creativity Center at the Contemporary Arts Center in Downtown Cincinnati 

The Creativity Center, located on the top floor of theContemporary Arts Center (CAC), is an interactive creative & education space for all ages. We enjoyed making art, music, stories, and playing during our visit last spring. This space includes the well-known UnMuseum™.

Admission to the CAC is FREE! However, expect to pay for parking on the street or one of the nearby parking garages. We typically park in the Fountain Square parking garage.

Museum hours can be found on their website.

The Contemporary Arts Center is located at 44 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Rosenthal Education Center (REC) at the Cincinnati Art Museum in Eden Park

The Rosenthal Education Center (REC) is a dedicated, interactive space within the Cincinnati Art Museum for families to enjoy art together. The REC is open during museum hours, and is located just off the Great Hall on the first floor. The museum also hosts several family-friendly events throughout the year.

Admission to the Cincinnati Art Museum is FREE. There are ticketed special exhibits, but there is no cost to enjoy most of the museum and the REC.

Cincinnati Art Museum is located at 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Create & Play events at the Taft Museum of Art in Downtown Cincinnati

The Taft Museum of Art is currently hosting a Create & Play event every third Wednesday of the month from 10:15 to 11:00am. This event is geared towards children ages 2 to 6. The museum also hosts several youth events throughout the year.

There is a cost for admission, but children 17 and under are free. Ticket prices and hours can be found on their website.

Taft Museum of Art is located at 316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

American Sign Museum in Camp Washington

The American Sign Museum is such a fun, visual feast for the eyes. Although not interactive, there is a lot to see and enjoy. The museum is currently hosting monthly Sign Crafting Saturday events for families to enjoy.

Museum admission and hours information can be found on their website.

American Sign Museum is located at 1330 Monmouth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225

Behringer-Crawford Museum in Covington, KY 

The Behringer-Crawford Museum is such a hidden gem! Located within Devou Park, the museum boasts 3 floors of interactive exhibits, plus an outdoor naturescape playground. The main exhibits include Riding the Rails (great for train lovers), On the Road Again, Traveling Back in Time, and Rollin’ on the River (with a giant steamboat to explore).

There is a cost for admission, but it is very affordable! We took our extended families to BCM for our son’s second birthday and it was very doable. The outdoor naturescape playground is free. Hours and admission prices can be found on their website.

Behringer-Crawford Museum is located at 1600 Montague Rd, Covington, KY 41011

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton 

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is an AWESOME museum for kids! Located in Dayton, the museum is only about an hour drive from Cincinnati. At Boonshoft, you will find two floors of interactive exhibits for kids, plus an INDOOR ZOO! There’s a ton to do, so plan to spend 2 to 3 hours there.

Also, bonus – if you have a Cincinnati Zoo or Cincinnati Museum Center membership, you receive 50% off admission to the Boonshoft Museum. Details on hours and pricing can be found on their website.

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is located 2600 Deweese Parkway, Dayton, OH 45414

National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton 

Also up in Dayton is the National Museum of the United States Air Force. The world’s largest military aviation museum has 4 hangers full of fascinating and historical aircrafts. There are several aircrafts you can sit in and walk through to explore – including the the Air Force One plane where LBJ was sworn in as president.

TIP: If you have a toddler who loves to run and only spends a few seconds looking at one thing before moving onto the next, take them here. There are over 350 aircrafts to see spread out over 20 indoor acres. They will have a great time and come home tired.

Plus, the National Museum of the US Air Force is completely FREE! No cost for admission or parking. More information on hours and visiting the museum can be found on their website.

National Museum of the United States Air Force is located at 1100 Spaatz Street, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433

Did you know?

A great way to explore these Cincinnati kid-friendly museums for free is to use a Cincinnati Public Library Discovery Pass.

Use your Cincinnati Public Library card to reserve a Discovery Pass to several arts and cultural attractions around Hamilton County, Ohio. This includes the Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Art Museum, American Sign Museum, and more. It is free to sign up for a library card, as well as free to reserve a Discovery Pass.

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A royally fun play spot

What could be better than a super cool, royal toy store? How about one with a free play room to enjoy? The Dungeon is located in the basement of King Arthur’s Court Toy Store in Oakley.

Keep in mind

The Dungeon is open during regular store hours. This is a free play room, but is located within a business. It is not monitored by any employees, and there are not any specific areas designated for babies or younger kids.

The toys in the play room do change from time to time. There are also toys on display that are available for purchase.

The restrooms are upstairs, located at the back of the store.

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Overall, The Dungeon at King Arthur’s Court Toy Store is a fun, free spot to take the kids on a rainy day. Just be prepared to bring home a toy or two!

King Arthur’s Court Toys is located at 3040 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209

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Our 10 best ideas for early winter 2022

Yep, it’s still winter in Cincinnati. So I’ve pulled together of my 10 best Cincinnati winter bucket list ideas to get you through to spring.

Spend the day at the National Museum of the US Air Force

One place we frequent during winter time is the National Museum of the US Air Force in Dayton. The museum has over 360 aerospace vehicles on display, with exhibits ranging from the early years to space. The exhibits are housed in old hangers – making it a bit of an understatement to say it’s a HUGE space! One of my favorite exhibits is the Air Force One plane where LBJ was sworn in as president.

The museum is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. And the best part? Admission and parking are free!

National Museum of the US Air Force is located in Dayton at 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45431

Check out the Play Library

It’s not like a regular library, it’s a cool library. The Play Library in OTR works just like a regular library, but with games, toys, outdoor equipment and event rentals (like cornhole). You can currently visit the Play Library by appointment only. Please check their website on how to schedule.

The Play Library is located at 1306 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Go sledding

The most exciting activity you can do on a snowy day is to head for the hills and spend the day sledding. Now that my son is old enough to really enjoy sledding, I can’t wait to take him sledding at the big sledding hill – aka “Chill Hill” at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester. I remember when this hill was built and first opened – and there’s something special about doing something from your own childhood with your kids.

Chill Hill at VOA is open from 8:00am to dusk, weather and snow permitting.

Voice of America MetroPark is located in West Chester at 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester OH 45069

Enjoy a hot chocolate flight at The Cheesecakery

Love warming up with a mug of hot cocoa on a chilly day? Take it to the next level with a hot chocolate flight at The Cheesecakery. They offer the chance to sample their spectacular seasonal hot chocolates in a flight of 4. And did I mention they also offer flights of cheesecakes and lattes?

The Cheesecakery is located in Madisonville at 4901 Whetsel Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Have fun at Jumperoo at Urban Air Adventure Park

The activity that got us through winter last year was heading to Urban Air Adventure Park for the Jumperoo session. Held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30am to 12:30pm during the school year, this session is reserved for children ages 2 to 5.

I really like how Jumperoo is designated just for little kids. This made Urban Air the perfect space for my little guy to run off all that extra energy during the cold winter months. If you want to know more about Urban Air and Jumperoo, check out my full review below!

Urban Air Cincinnati is located in Oakley at 3321 Alamo Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Go on a downtown adventure

I love spending a day exploring our city – there is so much to see and do around Cincinnati. One of our favorite downtown adventures has been spending the morning playing at Washington Park Children’s Playground in OTR. Then hopping on the Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar to take a spin around our city. And ending at Findlay Market to grab lunch – and some goodies for home.

Honestly, this is a great outing idea for any time of year, as long as it isn’t frigid or raining outside. And we found it pretty easy to navigate with our then three-year old.

Catch a Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game

Ah, another piece from my childhood (of course) – a Cincinnati Cyclones hockey game. I love the excitement that a hockey game has to offer, and can’t wait to share these moments with my own kids.

And if you haven’t had a chance to check out a game this season, don’t worry! Games are on the schedule through mid-April 2022.

The Cincinnati Cyclones play at Heritage Bank Center located at 100 Broadway St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Grab a beer & go bowling at Hoppin’ Vines

This one is a fun one to do without the kids too! Hoppin’ Vines offers a huge selection of craft beers (and more), pizza, and duckpin bowling. I think this is a really fun way to take a dinner out with the family up a notch!

As for the duckpin bowling, Hoppin’ Vines describes it as bowling meets skee-ball. Something I think my 4-year old (and my not-so-athletic self) can handle!

Hoppin’ Vines is located at 8150 Montgomery Road, Kenwood, OH 45236

Play at We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym

We were recently invited to check out We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym and had an absolute blast! Located in Deer Park, WRTS is a kids gym designed for kids of all abilities to enjoy. The gym equipment is designed for children with sensory processing disorders, but the gym is open to all children.

In addition to the gym, there is also an infant & toddler area with a lot of play pretend toys, such as a grocery store and doctor office. The arts & crafts space features a chalk wall and is stocked with play-doh, paint, crayons, and more. There is also a large party room and a calming room in the gym area. 

The best time to go to WRTS is during open play. There is an open play session every week day and most weekends – depending on birthday parties. WRTS posts their schedule on their Facebook & Instagram pages.

We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym is located at 4060 E Galbraith Rd Unit 17, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Learn How to Curl

Looking for some Olympic-sized fun? Then take in a class at the Cincinnati Curling Club in West Chester. Their ‘Learn to Curl’ classes teach wannabe (Olympic hopeful) curlers the basic skills to get started in the sport. Check out their schedule to sign up for a class.

This activity is best reserved for older kiddos. The recommended age for the ‘Learn to Curl’ class is 10 years old, but you can contact the club about available options for younger kids.

The Cincinnati Curling Club is located at 5150 Duff Drive, West Chester, OH 45246

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No matter what type of fun you’re looking to have this winter, there’s something for everyone on my 10 Best Cincinnati Winter Bucket List. From sledding to a cool museum, and indoor play places to sporting activities, you’re bound to find something fun to do this winter in Cincinnati.

Located in Blue Ash, Run, Jump-N-Play is an indoor play center where kids can truly run, jump and play. This is one of our favorite indoor play places to blow off steam when it is too rainy or chilly to play outside.

Run, Jump-N-Play is an indoor showroom filled with swing sets and outdoor play equipments with daily open play sessions for kids to enjoy. And make sure to visit on the weekend to enjoy the inflatable sessions.

Highlights

• Large, indoor space filled with swing sets, trampolines, sports courts, and a toddler zone
• Toddler zone is great for kids ages 5 and under
• Inflatable sessions available on weekends and special occasions
• Concession area with plenty of seating
• Great spot to run off energy when it’s too cold or rainy for a playground

Overview

Run, Jump-N-Play is essentially a large indoor showroom for swing sets and outdoor play equipment that is open daily with play sessions for kids to enjoy. The space is filled with swing sets, trampolines, basketball hoops, and more.

When you first walk in, the check-in counter is in front of you. One of two bathrooms is located down a short hallway to your left. To your right, on the other side of a half wall, is a large, pirate ship-themed swing set. Continuing right, you will find the soccer area, and then the basketball court.

Heading straight back from the check-in counter, you will find a row of tables you can use to put your things while you play. The inflatables are housed in a room directly to the left of the tables. To the right is the main play area. In this large space you will find a row of trampolines and a variety of swing sets.

At the back of the main play area is the toddler zone. This area is surrounded on all sides with a padded half wall, with a large, arched entry declaring this space the “Toddler Zone”. To the left of the toddler zone is the concession area filled with tables. At the back of this space is a short hallway to the second set of restrooms.

Main Play Area

The exact layout of the main play area changes throughout the year, but typically consists of several different swing sets and trampolines. This area has been helmed by a giant pirate ship swing set, followed by a the trampolines and more swing sets.

While the selection of swing sets have changes throughout the years, I have found that there is always been enough selection of features to entertain everyone from toddlers and big kids. With safety in mind, a safety net surrounds each trampoline, and it is restricted to 3 kids at a time.

Sports Courts

Towards the front of the space, next to the pirate ship swing set, are the sports courts. The soccer goal is set on a field of artificial turf. The basketball court is located in a separate space next to the soccer area. There are several different basketball hoop to enjoy.

Toddler Zone

At the back of the main play area is the Toddler Zone for kids ages 5 and under. And while it’s not gated in, this zone is surrounded on all sides with a half wall and only has 1 entrance.

While the features and layout within this space has also evolved, the toddler zone currently offers lots of big, padded blocks for building and playing, as well as a large piano to run across. The walls feature interactive toys, such as tic-tac-toe, puzzles, and a bead maze.

Inflatables

The inflatables run on weekends and special occasions. Children must be 36″ or taller to enjoy the inflatables. Also, be aware that these sessions are more expensive and typically more crowded than the weekday open play sessions.

The inflatables are housed in a separate area along the side and back of the space.

Bathrooms and Concessions

There are 2 bathrooms at Run, Jump-N-Play. There is a single bathroom at the very front of the space. And at the very back of the space, past the concession area, are the men’s and women’s multi-stall bathrooms.

Towards the back of the space, next to the toddler area, is the concession stand. Menu offerings are currently a bit limited due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is ample space to sit down and enjoy your food. And additional seating is located throughout the play area.

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Overall, Run, Jump-N-Play is a great indoor play place for toddlers and up to run, jump and play to their hearts’ content. The toddler zone can be fun for kids who are still crawling, but I wouldn’t head to this spot only for that – there are other places around town that are more fun for that age set.

This also is the most ideal indoor play place around Cincinnati if you’re looking for a spot to work while your kids play. While there are plenty of tables, but there is no designated workspace that can be found in other places. Another drawback is that this spot isn’t the cleanest play place around – I would say that it is on par with a typical outdoor playground. But again, if you’re looking for the indoor alternative to an outdoor playground, this is the place to go!

For details on hours, pricing, and special events, head to Run, Jump-N-Play’s website.

Run, Jump-N-Play is located just off I-71 at the Pfeiffer Road exit at 5897 Pfeiffer Rd Ste B, Blue Ash, OH 45242

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So much more than trampolines!

Located in Oakley, Urban Air Adventure Park Cincinnati boasts loads of trampolines, an indoor play structure, a warrior course with ball pit, a balance beam with foam block pit, climbing hill, and several ultimate attractions. It’s big, it’s open, and there’s a ton to do. If you want your kiddo to run around like crazy and come home tired, this is the spot. There are three different levels of attractions, and pass prices are based accordingly.

We have visited Urban Air for Jumperoo, a two hour session designated for children ages 2-5. During Jumperoo, all basic and most deluxe attractions are open. Essentially any attraction that does not require an attendant to operate is open during this session. These are the attractions highlighted in my Urban Air review.

Urban Air Adventure Park Cincinnati Highlights

• 3 levels of attractions, but Deluxe level pass should be enough for younger kids
• Loads of trampolines
• Lots of other things to do if trampolines aren’t for you
• New hours for summer, starting Memorial Day
• Designated Jumperoo sessions for kids ages 2-5 during the school year
• Covid-19 precautions (as of May 2021) include requiring guests who are observing to wear masks. You do not have to wear a mask while participating in jumping and playing. The mask policy is clearly outlined on several signs as you enter. Hand sanitizer also available throughout the space.

Climbing Hill

Way in the back is the climbing hill, which looks like a large, orange volcano with a big metal slide. The material of the climbing hill feels similar to a bounce house. There are ropes and climbing rocks along the sides, but it’s still fun to climb partway up and slide back down on your belly. This attraction is great for when you want to swap out running and jumping for climbing.

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Ultimate Attractions

The Ultimate Attractions include a ropes course, climbing wall, and other attractions that require you to be strapped into a harness by an attendant. We have not tried these because they are not open during the Jumperoo session and all have a minimum height requirement.

If your bigger kid is a bit of a dare devil, it would be worth it to upgrade to the Ultimate Attractions pass to try some of these out!

Bathrooms & Concessions

There are two family bathrooms along with men’s and women’s restrooms. There is also a full concession stand with plenty of tables and seating.

Hours & Pricing

Urban Air Cincinnati is located in Oakley at 3321 Alamo Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Posted updated August 17, 2021. Originally published on June 3, 2021

Summer is flying by… but are you already running out of things to do with the kids? Check out One Little Small’s summer bucket list with 10 cool places in Cincinnati to check out with your little ones.

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