Indoor Activities with Grandparents in Denver – Colorado Parent

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It can be so fun to take your grandchildren out to play, but the chilly (and occasionally rainy) weather can leave you scrambling to come up with ways to keep the kids occupied. Help your grandkids exert their seemingly endless energy by taking them on an indoor adventure. Whether you are looking to expose them to books, science, art, or simply a new place to play indoors and use their imagination, you will find it in one of these perfect local Denver spots!

Archery Games Denver

5405 W. 56th Ave, Unit D, Arvada | Mon–Sat: 10am–10pm, Sun: 10am–8pm | archerygamesdenver.com

You’ll hit the bullseye when you bring your grandkids to try family-friendly archery dodgeball or Denver’s only Indoor Nerf War Arena!

Apex Denver

#A5, 700 W. Mississippi Ave, Denver | Mon–Thur: 4–10pm, Sat—Sun: 10am–6pm | apexdenver.com

For your grandkids that love to climb and flip, check out this parkour gym and circus training that has a range of classes and events for all ages and abilities.

Butterfly Pavilion

6252 W. 104th Ave, Westminster | Open Daily 9am–5pm | Adult: $17.45, Child (2–12): $12.45 | butterflies.org

Bring your grand babies to watch the butterflies as they emerge from their cocoons, then participate in immersive and interactive exhibits that allow them to discover the wonder of nature’s hidden heroes.

Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

2121 Children’s Museum Dr., Denver | Open Daily 9am–4pm | $18.75 | mychildsmuseum.org

Investivate, imagine, explore, and create with your grandkids—all of the exhibits were designed for children newborn to age eight to have fun!

Denver Art Museum

100 W. 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver | Wed–Mon: 10am–5pm, Tues: 10am–8pm | $24–27 (Kids: Free) | denverartmuseum.org

Create memories with hands-on activities and teach your grandkids about art—all visitors 18 and under enjoy free general admission to the museum daily. There are also sensory-friendly mornings for kids with neurodiversity or sensory processing disorders.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver | Open Daily 9am–5pm | Adult: $25.95, Child: $20.95 | dmns.org

You and your grandkids will have an out-of-this-world experience exploring the exhibits, looking at the stars in the planetarium, and seeing animals up close in the Infinity Theater—state-of-the-art giant screen theater located in the museum. Check out their “SCFD Free Days and Free Nights” to visit for free.

Denver Public Libraries

Locations and hours vary | Free | denverlibrary.org

Whether you’re looking for a cozy read to take home or attending a Kids Storytime event, your grandkids will be enthralled with the adventures to be had! They even offer special events like Sensory Exploration for Established Walkers.

Denver Selfie Museum

1531 Stout St., Suite 102, Denver | Mon–Thurs: Noon–7pm, Fri–Sun: 11am–8pm | $25 | denverselfiemuseum.com

There’s no question your teen grandkids love to take selfies—but have they taken one in each of these 25 interactive photo studios? Throw in a museum heist Selfiemade Escape Room and you’re set for a fun day!

Downtown Aquarium

700 Water St., Denver | Sun–Thurs: 10am–8pm, Fri–Sat: 10am–9pm | $26.99–$32.99 | aquariumrestaurants.com

When it’s rainy out, take your grandkids for a wild, wet-free underwater adventure; they’ll spend time with all kinds of marine life like sharks and jellyfish… and the aquarium even has tigers!

Kickin’ It Kids Gym

1435 S. Holly St., Denver | Mon–Fri: 8:30am–5:30pm, Sat–Sun: 8:30am–3pm | Prices Vary | kickinitkidsgym.com

Your little ones under age eight will get a kick out of running around at this indoor playground created to spark creativity and a sense of adventure.

K1 Speed

8034 Midway Dr., Littleton | Open Daily, Hours Vary | k1speed.com

Go head-to-head with your grandkids as you zoom around the track at this indoor kart racing speedway.

Lava Island

452 N. Sable Blvd, Aurora | Sun–Thurs: 9am–9pm, Fri–Sat: 9am–10pm | $12.50–$20 | lavaisland.com

The ultimate indoor playground, this space is ideal for all ages, from toddlers to adults, to run, jump, slide, and play together.

Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station

1338 1st St. Denver | Days and Times Vary | $45 (Child pricing available) | meowwolf.com

Travel through the stars, enter a labyrinth, and transcend space and time at this four-story permanent art exhibition. Plus, up to 30 percent off with a Colorado ID.

Skate City

Multiple Locations | Hours Vary | $8 ($5 Skate Rental) | skatecitycolorado.com

If you’re looking for a fun way to move and groove with your grandkids on the weekend, check out this epic rollerskating rink.

Tumble Haus

1330 W. 38th Ave, Denver | Mon–Fri: 9am–2pm | Prices Vary | tumblehaus.com

Drop in for open tumble at this “community haven for family play and connection.”

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

9550 East 40th Ave, Denver | Mon–Thurs: 4–8pm, Sat: 10am–8pm, Sun:. | $24.99–$36.99 | urbanair.com

This adventure zone has so much more than trampolines: a ropes course, climbing walls, an Adventure Hub, a drop zone, and more acrobatic attractions.…Read more by Sanonna Al Taweel

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