Keeping kids entertained can be a full-time job, but Spokane is packed with local spots where you can swap bored afternoons for pure excitement. From lush parks where toddlers can let loose to high-energy indoor adventures for older kids and grown-ups, there are options that work no matter the weather or your crew’s mood.
Let’s get to it.
Manito Park
Starting off with Manito Park, Spokane’s answer to a living park adventure. One minute you’re at a laid-back playground full of toddlers and preteens on the monkey bars, a short walk later you’re surrounded by rose beds that look like fancy wedding centerpieces. The park covers 90 acres, so it’s perfect for wandering, reading plant labels, counting ducks, or even noting which picnic blanket has the most snacks.
Inside Gaiser Conservatory you’ll find tropical plants that feel out of-place but welcome. The Japanese Garden offers a peaceful spot to watch koi fish glide across the water. Admission is free, which almost seems too good to be true.
Paths are paved and accessible, with clear signage covering safety and directions. Bathrooms and shaded spots show this place was planned for real visitors. You’ll also find benches tucked among flower beds for resting or people watching. The park stays open year-round, so you can drop by any day you like—just bring whoever you want and stay as long as you please.
Mobius Discovery Center
Over at Mobius Discovery Center, the focus is hands-on STEAM play for ages three to adult. Exhibits aren’t just for staring at—you can build at SuperStruct, tinker with gadgets in the STEAM Lab, and even join foam-filled Bubbleology sessions when they’re scheduled. The Enchanted Forest soft zone is perfect for toddlers, while older kids can experiment at the Launch It! physics display or explore vision tests at the interactive station.
It’s all housed in the Post Street Annex, which comes in handy when Spokane weather takes a turn. In August, special planetarium shows fill up fast, so snag tickets early. Admission is in line with similar centers, with discounts for military and seniors, plus memberships for families who love to return.
Every Wednesday morning features Sensory Friendly Hour, complete with kits to help kids who need a quieter moment. Staff are on hand for guidance, but adults stay with their groups—no drop-and-run. It’s a welcoming space designed for curious minds of every age.
Minnehaha Park
At Minnehaha Park you’ll find something for everyone, from toddlers on mini climbing structures to teens sprinting across the sports field. Want tennis? There are courts. Prefer horseshoe pits? They’re there too. The paved, well-marked trails work for strollers, wheelchairs, or kids who’d rather scoot than walk.
This urban park has the feel of a giant backyard you don’t have to mow. Entry is free, it’s open early to late, and nobody’s going to hover while you set up your picnic or let the kids run wild. The space handles large groups with ease—family reunions, sports teams, or birthday parties all fit without a hitch.
Historic mineral springs and Beacon Hill trails add character. Future plans include a pump-track and splash pad, plus ADA-accessible features and emergency call boxes for extra peace of mind. The city keeps everything tidy, and otherwise you’re in charge of your own fun.
Fastkart Indoor Speedway
When it comes to Fastkart Indoor Speedway, think NASCAR vibes without the sunburn or rainouts. This climate-controlled track uses real gasoline karts that zip around at surprising speeds. Safety’s front and center: you watch an instructional video, wear a helmet, and a marshal keeps an eye on every lap.
Kids as young as eight can tackle the junior karts, while adults need to hit a 4′10″ height minimum and show a valid driver’s license. Races last ten minutes by default, or you can upgrade to marathon sessions that zoom through up to 100 laps. Prices start at $16 per race, with party discounts if you bring a crowd.
When you’re not racing, the arcade and pool tables keep everyone busy. A snack bar keeps energy high, and parents can kick back in the lounge area. Whether you’re racing solo or with a group, Fastkart makes it easy to feel the thrill without sweating the details.
Wonderland Family Fun Center Pizza – & Local brews
When it’s time for something that blends go-karts, games, and pizza, Wonderland Family Fun Center Pizza – & Local brews in Spokane is a slam dunk. You can cruise around the track, take on bumper boats, shoot lasers in the tag arena, hit two mini-golf courses, one normal and the other glow-in-the-dark, and rack up points in the arcade. There’s no cover charge to walk in, you just grab a single-attraction ticket or go for the all-access pass.
Kids as young as five can join most activities, though little hands might need a teammate for laser tag or help lining up mini-golf shots. Staff keep an eye on safety at every turn, which is a relief when you’re zooming around a go-kart track. Afterward, pizza and pitcher specials are waiting, plus local brews for the grown-ups. If the weather turns sour, the arcade and glow golf stay open, so you won’t be stuck outside. Whether your crew is two people or two hundred, there’s something here for everyone.
LaserMaxx Spokane
If you’re in the mood for some high-energy fun, LaserMaxx Spokane delivers that futuristic action-hero experience. The indoor, multi-level arena is filled with drifting fog, glowing lanes, and the chance to duck, weave, and blast eye-safe lasers at friends or strangers. Single sessions are fine, but the 15-minute missions really let you feel like a stealth agent on a critical assignment.
Games can run back to back, and they even offer overnight events for those who want to turn laser tag into a full-blown spy night. Prices start under ten bucks per mission and go up to around $26 if you can’t get enough action. Group packages begin at $120 for six players, and the space can hold up to 74 people—perfect for big parties or corporate team building.
No membership is needed and the place stays open most of the year. There’s pizza and arcade credits for party-goers, plus staff referees to keep things fair and fun. Just show up ready to run, hide, and tag.
Get Air Trampoline Park
For anyone with energetic kids (or adults), Get Air Trampoline Park in Spokane really delivers. The place is wall-to-wall trampolines, plus a foam pit, dodgeball courts, ninja obstacle course, and even a slackline. They split the floor into Little Air for jumpers under 46 inches and Big Air for older kids, and there’s a glow-night Club Air if you want a party vibe. It’s all indoors and climate-controlled, so summer heat or winter chill won’t slow you down.
You buy time by the hour and need the special grip socks, but there are group rates and family-night deals to help keep costs down. I love that they offer monthly sessions for jumpers with special needs, complete with a calmer atmosphere, a free helper, and sibling tickets at the same price. Staff members are right on the floor watching everything, and parents are expected to keep an eye on their little ones too. Add in a Ninja Warrior-style course and a foam pit big enough for a cannonball or two, and you’ve got a recipe for an afternoon of bouncing chaos.
