Indoor Play Spots in Fargo & Moorhead

Stuck inside when it’s freezing out? Been raining all week? Just want to change up your play routine? No matter the reason, our guide to indoor play spots in Fargo has all the fun places in the area listed here for you! From indoor playgrounds to laser tag, it’s on this list. So get out there and start playing!

Please click on a category below for easy searching, or simply scroll down for the full list. 

*Please note: All play options do have a fee to play, or require a food purchase to access the play area. Any free play options are noted with an *asterisk below.

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American Gold Gymnastics

Open gym days for preschoolers are Fridays during the school year from 10:00 – 10:45 and are limited to 15 children. Fee is $10 per person, per day. Register online!

♦ 2001 17th Ave S (South Fargo)

Court’s Plus

Enjoy this 7-level indoor playground with two different play areas for ages 1-12 years old! Admission is $5 per child or punch cards are available for $40 and that includes 10 visits (children 12 months and younger are free). 

♦ 3491 University Drive South (South Fargo)

Dreamland

This newest indoor play spot has an area for ages 6 months all the way to 12 years old! Your kids can slide, climb, and play in a fun area made just for them. Fee for a single child to ply is $19.99, and siblings play at a discount (see prices here). Call ahead to check capacity for sensitive sensory kiddos.

♦ 2911 45th St S (South Fargo)

Fargo All Stars

Get some extra gym time in during an open gym on select days! They offer $5 Open Gyms on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays for age 6 and under from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

♦ 1601 33rd Ave South (South Fargo)

Fargo Basketball Academy

Join the fun at FBA’s open play events for toddlers, September through April. Bounce houses, scooters and sports equipment (including a mini hoop!) are available to create a fun, active morning. No pre-registration is required. Admission is $7 per child or $60 for 10 visits. 

♦ 5409 53rd Ave S (South Fargo)

Fargo Climbing

Check out Fargo’s newest climbing wall! They have 4,000+ square feet of climbing surface, 200+ linear feet of wall, 120+ routes, and 18” of heavy duty foam landing surface. It’s fun for all ages! Youth day pass (16 and under) is $14, and multi-pass packages are available. 

♦ 2325 46th St S (South Fargo)

Fargo Park District

Check the Fargo Parks calendar for open gym times, open skate, open swim, and other indoor activities during the winter months! Fees apply to some open gym times, depending on location. 

♦ Locations vary

Fargo Parks Sports Center

This new facility of the Fargo Park District boasts and indoor playground, indoor gyms for basketball and volleyball, soccer turf, and a walking track. Fee is $5 per person to access facilities for the day. Check out their calendar here for all the open gym times and open turf hours (the playground is available during facility hours, unless it is reserved for a private event). 

♦ 6100 38th St S (South Fargo)

Four Star Ninja Academy

Drop in for an hour session of open gym for ages 4 and up. This is an open structure to work on the obstacles. See pricing information here. 

♦ 4410 18th Ave S (South Fargo)

Infinity Ninja Gym

Open gyms are the perfect way to burn off some energy! Use any of the equipment you like, at your own pace, within the time you are in the gym. Open Gyms are great for those not really interested in learning to be a Ninja, and who just want to come and play. Open gym is for ages 5 and up only. 

♦ 3207 Main Ave Suite A (North Fargo)

KidCo Children’s Museum

This spot is such a FUN space for littles (ages 1-8 years old) to play! From crawlers to preschoolers, this play space is designed with the littlest players in mind. Play time can be booked in 90-minute sessions for a fee, and there is a separate area for babies and older kids to play. They also offer sensory sensitive times; Thursdays at 3:30pm. 

♦ 814 Center Ave (Moorhead)

Levity

This new fun spot in downtown West Fargo boasts an arcade, tumble gym for ages 10 and under, and food! Their 4,000 square foot arcade has games for every age, and even have an unlimited play pricing option! See website for cost. 

♦ 344 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

ND Elite Cheer & Dance

Open gym is $5 for ages 4 and older on Wednesdays 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. (during the school year) and Sundays 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (during the summer), and includes a trampoline, tumbling equipment, and so much more! See additional details here. 

♦ 758 34th St N Suite K (Fargo)

Rustad Rec Center

With a large indoor playground and family open gym time, there are plenty of opportunities for indoor playtime here! The playground is open during facility hours, and check the weekly facility schedule for family open gym time. Playground admission is $5 per active participant or punch cards are available. Call ahead to check capacity for sensitive sensory kiddos. 

♦ 601 26th Ave E (West Fargo)

Skate City

Boasting the largest skating floor in North Dakota, they offer a fantastic skating experience, an arcade full of redemption games with a prize counter, and a snack bar with all of your favorite treats. Price is $10 for 2 hours (skate rentals are extra). See website for hours and specials.

♦ 3302 Interstate Blvd S (South Fargo)

Slick City

This newest play spot in south Fargo has slides galore! Over 10 slides will have your big kids playing for hours, and the Junior Jungle is made especially for kids ages 3 and under. Watch their calendar for special tot times for ages 4-7 on the big slides, and other fun events for kids. 

♦ 3430 Jacks Way S (South Fargo)

Sky Zone

This is a perfect place to let kids burn off some energy! Toddler times are offered as well. Play dodgeball and jump on all the trampolines. See website for hours and see pricing here. This location does not offer sensory sensitive times. 

♦ 940 40th St S (South Fargo)

Tactical Action Gaming

TAG is an indoor Nerf sports and laser tag arena. Best for ages 5 and up, it is great for families and kids, alike! See website for hours and pricing information. 

♦ 1702 4th Ave NW Suite # G (West Fargo, North of Fairgrounds)

Thunder Road Laser Tag

This 5,000 square foot multi-level Laser Tag arena is set in a post-apocalyptic world. Play against your friends and try to accumulate the highest score! Fee applies to play. 

♦ 2902 Thunder Rd S (South Fargo)

TNT Kid’s Fitness

Open gyms are available during the school year at TNT for preschoolers, school-aged kids, and kids with special needs. Please see their website for days, times, and cost. 

♦ 2800 Main Ave (North Fargo)

YMCA Play Gym (Fercho Location)

Note: Only available to YMCA members at this time except on Sundays. Day passes are available for non-members for $30 per family on Sundays. 

Head to the YMCA Fercho Branch for Sunday Funday! You can play at the Kids Gym (plus pool and other amenities) for $30 per family (YMCA members are free). 

♦ 4243 19th Ave S (South Fargo)

*West Acres Caring for Kids Playland

Your little ones will love playing in this brightly colored playground with plenty to climb on (for free admission!). The soft-foam material makes them perfect for crawling in and on, with plenty of tunnels to explore and slide through. Note: For kids 42″ and under. Check their website for hours. Please note: playland closes briefly at 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. and 3:00-3:45 p.m. for cleaning.

♦ 3902 13th Avenue South (South Fargo)

We Rock the Spectrum

Open daily, this play space is for kids of all ages! Fee is $14 for 2 hours of play, and siblings get in at a discounted rate. Drop-in playtime is allowed, as well as day passes, private play, and even classes. Please check their Facebook page for their daily schedule as they do close for private events on occasion. They do not offer sensory sensitive times, but they have a calming room and you can call ahead to see what capacity is at to know if it’s crowded.

♦ 3051 25^th Street South, Suite K-J1 (Fargo)

The Bowler

Burger King

Burgers, fries, and slides! All of these locations have a kid’s play area for your little ones to enjoy. Purchase is required to use the play area. 

♦ 840 26th Ave E (West Fargo)

Chik-Fil-A

Grab a bite to eat and let the kids play! The play area has a slide, climbing, and toddler play area. Note: they are closed Sundays. Purchase is required to use the play area. 

♦ 4100 13th Ave S (South Fargo)

The Daily Dose

Find your best mom friend and head to this spot for some toddler fun! They serve healthy shakes, teas, and bakery items AND have the cutest play spot for littles. Purchase is required to use the play area. 

♦ 3223 13th Ave S (South Fargo)

Kingpinz

This new fun spot in Fargo offers bowling, plus laser tag, arcade games, and an escape room!

♦ 3485 Jacks Way S (South Fargo)

Levity

This new fun spot in downtown West Fargo boasts an arcade, tumble gym for ages 10 and under, and food! Their 4,000 square foot arcade has games for every age, and even have an unlimited play pricing option! 

♦ 344 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

McDonald’s

Both these locations have a kids play area for your little ones to enjoy. Purchase is required to use the play area. 

♦ 501 Main Ave E (West Fargo)

♦ 2424 South University Dr. (South Fargo)

Pizza Ranch Fargo

Pizza Ranch in Fargo now has a new arcade area. It’s the perfect place for all ages to grab some pizza and have fun! 

♦ 4480 23rd Ave S Ste A (South Fargo)

Space Aliens

Far out food and an arcade for the kiddos. Everyone’s happy!

♦ 1840 45th St S (South Fargo)

Twenty Below Coffee Moorhead

A fun play area for kids + delicious coffee and baked goods. A win-win! Purchase is required to use the play area. 

♦ 600 8th St. S. (Moorhead)

Code Ninjas

Kids learn to code through our engaging game-based curriculum that teaches teamwork, logic, math, and problem-solving. They gain vital skills while having a blast. Enrollment required, but the first 30 minute game-building session is free! 

♦ 4480 23rd Ave S. (South Fargo)

Game On! (West Acres)

Located near the food court, Game On! is a fun arcade with a range of games for all ages. 

♦ 3902 13th Ave S (South Fargo)

Kingpinz

This new fun spot in Fargo offers bowling, plus laser tag, arcade games, and an escape room!

♦ 3485 Jacks Way S (South Fargo)

Levity

This new fun spot in downtown West Fargo boasts an arcade, tumble gym for ages 10 and under, and food! Their 4,000 square foot arcade has games for every age, and even have an unlimited play pricing option!

♦ 344 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

Pizza Ranch Fargo

Pizza Ranch in Fargo now has a new arcade area. It’s the perfect place for all ages to grab some pizza and have fun!

♦ 4480 23rd Ave S Ste A (South Fargo)

SCHEELS

With a mini-bowling alley, arcade games, and a ferris wheel, Scheels has fun for the whole family! All games do require a fee. 

♦ 1551 45th St S (South Fargo)

Space Aliens

Far out food and an arcade for the kiddos. Everyone’s happy!

♦ 1840 45th St S (South Fargo)

Thunder Road

The arcade is open anytime during normal business hours year-round. See what prize you can win!

♦ 2902 Thunder Rd S (South Fargo)

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Clay Your Way

No reservations required to make an art project, and all ages are welcome! See the website for hours and pricing. 

♦ 4600 17th Ave S, Ste J (South Fargo)

Fargo Air Museum

A non-profit museum that houses many aircraft, military memorabilia and exhibits, and a robust Aviation library. It’s a fun place for your plane-lover to spend a few hours! Children under 4 are free, 5 and older are $10, and 12+ (including adults) are $15. Please check the website for hours. 

♦ 1609 19th Ave N (North Fargo)

Michael’s

The store has Kids Club art projects on most Saturdays. Contact the store for more information and a class schedule. 

*Plains Art Museum

Not only does the museum host art exhibits (for free admission!) but they also host Tuesdays for Toddlers and other programs for kids and families, and many classes for youth. Please check the website for hours. 

♦ 704 First Avenue North (Downtown Fargo)

Red River Zoo

Did you know the zoo has activities, even in the winter? Check out their website for a list of classes and events! Fee required to enter the zoo. 

♦ 4255 23rd Ave S (South Fargo)

Rising Dawn Ceramics

Anyone is welcome to try pottery in this local studio! Check their calendar for classes and events, and even open studio hours!

♦ 307 Main Ave (Downtown Fargo)

Whimsy time DIY Studio

Check out this new DIY spot in West Fargo! From candles and jewelry to other fun DIY projects, there is something for everyone to craft here.

♦ 816 24th Ave East (West Fargo)

Note: Please contact each business to check on current calendars.

*Fargo Public Library

Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers is available throughout the week at each location, as well as Baby Rhyme Time. The Main Library also has the Wiggle Room play area for young children.

♦ Main Library and Wiggle Room | 102 3rd Street North (Downtown Fargo)

♦ Dr. James Carlson Library | 2801 32nd Avenue South (South Fargo)

♦ Northport Library | 2714 North Broadway (North Fargo)

*Moorhead Public Library

Offering Storytime for young children, Storytime + Craft, and a Baby Bounce class (please see website for details). 

♦ 118 5th St S (Moorhead)

*West Fargo Public Library

The library hosts a Baby Boost Storytime, Teeter Tots Storytime, and a Ready to Read Storytime. (See website for details).

♦ 215 3rd St E (West Fargo)

swimming

Visit our guide to Swimming Lessons & Open Swim Spots to find places to attend an open swim session!

Don’t see an indoor play spot? Contact us at [email protected] to add it!