Out of the House and Into the FUN!
Explore the BEST local venues for entertaining the kids – for birthdays or every day
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Our area offers an amazing variety of ways for kids of all ages to have fun, indoors and out! For birthdays, rainy days or any day of family fun, check out these great local spots to put a smile on your kids' faces!
Busy Bodies Play Cafe- 35 S Willowdale Dr Store 1815, Lancaster, PA
An interactive and creative open play space for children 1 to 6 years of age. Infants are welcome!
Snapology – 1571 Manheim Pike, Lancaster
LEGO®-themed classes, LEGO® robotics classes, camps, birthday parties and more.
Bounce Kraze – 407 Granite Run Dr., Lancaster
Lancaster’s only indoor inflatable bounce park. Includes dedicated toddler area.
Castle Roller Skating Rink – 1400 Elm Ave., Lancaster
A family-oriented roller skating facility and a longstanding Lancaster tradition.
Round One Bowling and Amusement – 142 Park City Center, Lancaster
New in ‘21, indoor entertainment center with bowling, arcade games, billiards, food, etc.
Laserdome – 2050 Auction Rd., Manheim
A top-notch laser-tag experience with indoor amusement center with games and rides.
Strasburg Railroad – 301 Gap Rd. (Route 741 East), Strasburg
A unique Old World railroad experience in scenic Lancaster countryside.
Choo Choo Barn – 226 Gap Rd. (Route 741 East), Strasburg
A 1,700-square-foot model train display entertaining children since 1961.
Dutch Wonderland – 2249 Lincoln Hwy. E. (U.S. Route 30), Lancaster
Features over 35 rides, Duke’s Lagoon water play area, and live entertainment. www.dutchwonderland.com
Spooky Nook – 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim
A 700,000-square-foot indoor sports facility, the largest such complex in the United States.
Go ‘N Bananas – 1170 Garfield Ave., Lancaster
A family fun center with ropes course, bumper cars, laser tag, mini bowling, arcade and food.
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm – 150 Cherry Hill Rd., Ronks
See farm animals, explore mazes and lots of farm activities. Number-one corn maze in America.
Tiny Town – 533 Janet Ave., Lancaster
An interactive, play-based center; kids can explore 11 luxury playhouses with all the accessories.
Hands On House – 721 Landis Valley Rd., Lancaster
An interactive children's museum for kids aged 2-10 featuring a series of self-directed exhibits.
The Science Factory – 454 New Holland Ave., Lancaster
A hands-on, interactive science center for kids in pre-k to 8th grade. STEM education made fun.
The North Museum – 400 College Ave., Lancaster
A classic kids' science and nature museum with a dinosaur room and planetarium.
The Country Barn/Barnyard Kingdom – 211 S. Donerville Rd., Lancaster
A real working farm with dozens of fun farm activities.