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West Valley Indoor Play Places

They are a must for us desert dwellers!

By Lisa Franz, MacaroniKID Publisher: Surprise-Peoria-El Mirage July 5, 2025

At this point in the summer you might be looking for some fresh ideas of where to take the kids to help them burn off their energy. Here’s a list of some of the West Valley indoor play places to help you out!


Specializing in Play for Little Ones

Surprise & Shine

  • This business has JUST Opened so go check them out and help get their play place off to a great start!
  • For ages 6 mo to 7 years
  • Near Bell and Avenue of the Arts in Surprise

PLAYzona

  • For ages 0-7 years
  • Near Union Hills and 83rd in Glendale

The Kids Cave

  • For ages 0-6
  • Near Cactus and 83rd in Peoria

Accommodate Younger AND Older Bundles of Energy

Uptown Jungle

  • Designated area for ages 5 and under that is separated from where the bigger kids play
  • Near Cactus and 75th in Peoria

Slick City

  • Soft play area for ages 3 and under
  • 4+ to use the slides
  • Sundays from 9-11 am the whole facility is for 7 and under
  • Near Thunderbird and 75th in Peoria

The Rush Fun Park

  • Area for children 3 and under
  • Near Peoria and 66th in Peoria

KTR

  • Have a 5 and under Mini Zone
  • Near 83rd and Union Hills in Peoria

Sky Zone

  • Little Leapers - M-F. 10 am - 12 noon Children 6 and under get a discounted rate and parents come in for free to play alongside them. The facility is open for older children simultaneously.
  • Near Cactus and 91st in Peoria

Stratosphere Adventure Park

  • Like Sky Zone, there is no designated area for younger children but if you buy a 4 & Under Jump Time Pass, parents can come out with their little ones. 
  • Near Bell and 59th in Glendale

Some Additional Options

Urban Air

  • Discounted tickets for young children and their parents who will be playing with them
  • Near Bell and 83rd

Ape Index Climbing

  • For older kids only
  • Near Olive and 91st in Peoria

Conquer Ninja Gym

  • They have Open Gym most days for ages 5+.  Hours vary by day so check their website for the schedule.
  • Near 51st and Bell in Peoria

Have Fun and Stay Cool!