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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Thanks for checking out our list of the best Cincinnati indoor play places to check out in 2025. You’re sure to find the perfect indoor spot for those cloudy and rainy days!

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Springtime in Cincinnati is here (and hopefully to stay!). What I love most about spring in the Queen City is all the beautiful blooms and baby animals to enjoy. And with that theme in mind, enjoy my Cincinnati Spring Bucket List for 2022.

Have a Zoo Day: Blooms & Animal Babies

A day at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is always fun, but there’s something about springtime that makes it extra special – Zoo Blooms and Zoo Babies! Zoom Blooms runs all of April and features large displays of tulips and other flowers throughout the zoo grounds. Zoo Babies runs throughout May and showcases the animal babies who take up residence in the zoo. And BONUS – moms get in for free on Mother’s Day.

Both Zoo Blooms and Zoo Babies are included with zoo admission.

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is located at 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45220

Enjoy the Krohn Conservatory Butterfly Show 

One of the most popular events at the Krohn Conservatory is the annual butterfly show. This year’s show features Butterflies Along the Nile. And if you haven’t had a chance to catch the butterflies – don’t worry! The show runs through June 19, 2022.

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

Head to Jungle Jim’s International Market

Take a walk on the wild side and head to Jungle Jim’s International Market this spring. Not only does the market have a plethora of exotic foods from around the world to check out, but there are several cool displays and animatronics to enjoy throughout. Plus, you can’t miss their famous bathroom, setup to look like a port-a-potty from the outside.

There are two locations – the original location in Fairfield and a newer store in Eastgate. Both are great options!

Jungle Jim’s International Market Fairfield is located at 5440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014

Jungle Jim’s International Market Eastgate is located at 4450 Eastgate South Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45245

Spend time at a cat cafe  

Looking for the purr-fect spot to spend an afternoon? Perhaps with a bunch of cuddly cats and kittens? Well, you’re paw-sitively in luck! There’s not one, but two great cat cafes in the Cincinnati area. Kitty Brew Cafe is located in Mason, while Purrfect Day Cafe is located across the river in Covington, KY.

Cat cafes offer the opportunity to play with cats and kittens up for adoption while also enjoying a coffee beverage. It’s a great way to meet a potentially new furry member of your family if you’re looking to adopt a cat, or to get your cat fix if you’re unable to bring one home. Please note that reservations are strongly recommended, and can be made online.

Kitty Brew Cafe is located at 6011 Tylersville Rd, Suites 6 & &, Mason, OH 45040

Purrfect Day Cafe is located at 25 W 8th St, Covington, KY 41011

Go creeking

The splash pads may not be open yet, but there are still plenty of creeks to splash in and explore around Cincinnati. So if creeking is your jam, make sure to check out my list of the best spots to go creeking around Cincinnati – all places recommended by you!

Take on the Art Climb Steps at CAM 

On the corner of Gilbert Avenue and Eden Park Drive you’ll find Cincinnati Art Museum’s Art Climb Steps. While the steps themselves are cool, you can also enjoy rotating art installations on your way up (or down) the steps. Plus, there’s a great view of downtown Cincinnati once you reach the top.

I think the CAM Art Climb Steps are a great way to spend an hour or two outdoors – especially if your kiddo is in that stage when they looooove to climb steps (we’ve all been there).

The Art Climb Steps are located at the corner of Gilbert Ave &, Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Play at West Fork Park

One of my favorite playgrounds around Cincinnati is West Fork Park in Green Township. If you haven’t had a chance to check out this playground, make sure to carve out time this spring.

West Fork Park is great for kids of all ages – from babies up through elementary school age. There is a play area for kids who are still crawling, as well as a large climbing structure for bigger kids. It has cool features like a maze and a zip-line. Plus, this park is completely fenced in and the play surface is solid rubber or artificial turf – so no need to worry about dirt or mulch.

West Fork Park is located in Green Township and can be found at 4764 W Fork Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45247

Have a great sandbox day at Dig ‘N Play

As soon as the weather gets nice outside, my son is clamoring to play in the sandbox. But on days when I’m just not having it (or the weather isn’t cooperating), we head up to Dig ‘N Play. Located in West Chester, Dig ‘N Play offers a large play structure, inflatables, a lego table, a baby play area, and – you guessed it – a giant sand table. I love that despite the giant sand table, this spot is super clean and everything is regularly sanitized.

For more on Dig ‘N Play, head to their website. And make sure to check out my full list of Cincinnati Indoor Play Places below.

Dig ‘N Play is located at 9405 Cincinnati Columbus Rd #8, West Chester, OH 45069

Go nuts for donuts

Donuts are always a good idea, and with so many amazing local donut shops around Cincinnati, how can you not?! One thing on my personal bucket list is the Butler County Donut Trail. The trail consists of 13 local donut shops, and a passport to stamp at each location to earn yourself a sweet t-shirt.

Down in Hamilton County, there are two new donut shops that opened up just this year. Blossim Donuts in Montgomery is delicious, and I can’t wait to check out Starlight Doughnut Lab in Norwood (find them on Instagram at @starlightdoughnutlab).

Head out to a farm – with baby goats!

Love getting up close and personal with baby goats, bunnies, lambs, chicks and other farm animals? A visit to a petting farm may be right up your alley! Good Green Earth Farm in Bethel offers farm visits, a mobile petting farm, goat yoga, and more. They are a local mom & pop farm, caring for all the animals themselves.

Good Green Earth Farm is located at 2803 Kinnett Rd, Bethel, OH 45106

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With activities to help you get outside (or survive another rainy day), there’s something for everyone on this Cincinnati spring bucket list. And if you need a few more ideas, don’t worry! I’ve got a bucket list for every season. Have fun, friends!

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