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No matter what the weather looks like outside, sometimes you just need an easy win to get the kids out of the house and burn off energy.
Here’s a list of the best family-friendly indoor playgrounds in East Texas to help you shake off cabin fever and make the day feel fun again.
Broadway Mall Children’s Play Area
Cost: Free
Description: Indoor activity center located inside Broadway Square Mall that offers families a fun and easy break while shopping.
Address: 4601 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703
Phone: (903) 561-7055
Website/Facebook: Broadway Square
The Duckling Village
Cost: Varies by open play and events (check schedule)
Description: Indoor imaginative play space designed like a tiny town where kids can explore themed play areas built for creativity and hands on fun.
Address: 8336 Paluxy Dr, Tyler, TX 75703
Phone: (903) 978-0780
Website/Facebook: The Duckling Village
McDonald’s Playground
Cost: Free + cost of food
Description:McDonald’s is a quick family stop where kids can play in the indoor play place while parents grab a simple treat like an ice cream cone for an easy, no-stress break together.
Address:
2034 E SE Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75701
906 US-259 BUS, Kilgore, TX 75662
2130 US-79, Henderson, TX 75654
1803 TX-281 Loop, Longview, TX 75604
402 S Jackson St, Jacksonville, TX 75766
2120 TX-256 Loop, Palestine, TX 75801
1105 E Tyler St, Athens, TX 75751
ROSE HEIGHTS
Cost: first 3 time are free Or with a church group
$20 monthly family membership (children in household included free)
Description: Faith based community fitness and recreation center with an indoor play area that includes a small jungle gym and motorized riding toys for kids.
Address: 2120 Old Omen Rd, Tyler, TX 75703
Phone: (903) 566-2080
Website/Facebook: Rose Heights Community Life Center (CLC)
SouthSpring Baptist Church
Cost: Free
Description: Indoor 2 story playground open every Friday morning from 10:00–12:00.
Address: 17002 US-69, Tyler, TX 75703
Phone: (903) 839-0111
Website/Facebook: South Spring Baptist Church
Looking for more ways to beat the summer heat?
Check out our Story Times Guide to find even more indoor fun for the whole family.
If the sun’s just too much, we’ve got you covered with a list of Trampoline Park Guide spots where your kids can burn off energy in a cool, climate-controlled environment.
Head over to our Arts & Crafts Guide to get the creative juices flowing across East Texas.
Whatever you choose, there are plenty of ways to stay cool and make lasting memories this summer… but the secret to actually enjoying it? Having the right essentials packed and ready.
Tap to see the full Summer Essentials list you’ll wish you had sooner
If I missed any indoor play areas, feel free to drop the details in the comments, and I’ll be sure to add them to the list!
