Best Kids Activities & Indoor Playgrounds in North York (2026)
29 venues across 8 categories — playgrounds, trampolines, climbing, bowling, and more
Updated September 26, 2026 • Reviewed by North York Guide
Quick answer
For a quick rainy-day outing, Playdium at Fairview Mall (walk-in arcade) and Alpha Kidz (trampoline + soft play, $15.99+HST, parents free) are your best bets in North York. For free options, head to Toronto Public Library KidsStop at 5120 Yonge St. Note: Kids Fun City on Lesmill Rd has permanently closed — it's been removed from this guide.
Indoor Playground Comparison
Five North York indoor playgrounds, side by side, so you can pick by budget and age before you drive anywhere.
| Venue | Ages | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Bubble | All ages | Not published — call ahead | Newest, candy-themed 8,000 sq ft flagship |
| LevelX Playland | 0-13 | $15.93 kids / $5.31 ages 13+ | Combining play with a pottery studio |
| Alpha Kidz | 1-17 | $15.99+HST (1-3), $19.99+HST (4-17), parents free | Wide age range, mixed-age families |
| Forever Young | All ages | ~$29.99 kids weekend + $6.99 adults | Most variety — VR, AR wall, golf sims, billiards |
| Extreme Fun | 1-10 | Party packages $345-$390 | Booked parties (open play weekday mornings only) |
Indoor Playgrounds
Jolly Bubble
900 Don Mills Rd, Unit 8
Candy-themed 8,000 sq ft flagship playground. Opened January 2026. Also has locations in Markham and Vaughan.
LevelX Playland (formerly Bunch of Fun Playland)
11 Kodiak Crescent, Unit B, M3J 3E5 -- open daily 9:30am-7pm
Two playgrounds plus a pottery painting studio and cafe. Rebranded from Bunch of Fun Playland in 2026 under new ownership; same building, same combo of active play and creative time.
Hours: Open all days 9:30am-7pm
Features: Two playgrounds, pottery painting studio, cafe
Extreme Fun
186 Bartley Dr -- 5,500 sq ft. Party packages $345-$390.
Primarily a party venue. Open play Mon-Fri 10am-2pm only (verify before visiting).
Alpha Kidz
1140 Sheppard Ave W, Unit 1, M3K 2A2 -- Kids 1-3 $15.99+HST, 4-17 $19.99+HST. Parents FREE.
Trampoline, basketball, soft play, and cafe. Wide age range makes it good for families with mixed-age kids.
Forever Young Food Fun Party
6600 Yonge St (Centerpoint Mall) -- Weekend ~$29.99 kids + $6.99 adults
Playground, inflatables, slides, AR wall, deep ball pit, VR, billiards, and golf sims. Multi-activity entertainment complex.
Funland
5051 Hwy 7, Unit 1A, Markham -- Kids 2 & under $15, 3+ $17. Parents FREE, no time limit.
Popular Markham playground with no time limit. Worth the drive if you want unhurried play.
Hours: Mon-Fri 2-6pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am-7pm
Trampoline Parks
Sky Zone Toronto
45 Esandar Dr, Unit 1A, M4G 4C5 -- SkySocks $3.50. Annual pass available.
Dedicated Toddler Time sessions on Tue/Thu 9:30-11am and Sat/Sun 9-10am at $10.99+tax.
Hours: Mon-Thu 12-8pm, Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-9pm
Toddler Time: Tue/Thu 9:30-11am, Sat/Sun 9-10am ($10.99+tax)
The Bubble
65 Orfus Rd, Unit A (near Yorkdale) -- $25/hr, 30-Day Pass $55, Family of 4 $115
Inflatable park near Yorkdale Mall. Also has a Vaughan location at 7979 Weston Rd.
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-8pm
Min age: 2 years
Passes: $25/hr, 30-Day Pass $55, Family of 4 pass $115
Air Riderz
570 Applewood Crescent, Unit 3, Vaughan, L4K 4B4 -- 20,000 sq ft, 15,000 sq ft of trampolines
Battle Beam, Dodge Ball, Ninja Warrior, Climb Zone, and dedicated toddler court.
Rock Climbing
True North Climbing
75 Carl Hall Rd, Unit 14, M3K 2B9 (Downsview Park) -- 15,000 sq ft, 100+ routes, walls to 36 ft
Kids programs include Weekend Scramble, camps for ages 6-14, and NextGen for ages 5-9. Requires 2:1 adult supervision for ages 4-12.
Rock Oasis
~25-30 min from North York
KidsZone, bouldering, 8 auto-belays, and 120+ boulder problems. Good option if you want variety beyond True North.
Bowling & Laser Tag
Playtime Bowl
Near Yorkdale
28 lanes with HD monitors, 4,000 sq ft laser tag, and 45+ arcade games. Birthday packages for up to 24 kids.
RINX Entertainment Centre
65 Orfus Rd, M6A 1L7 -- 150,000 sq ft. North York's biggest multi-activity venue.
Laser tag, cosmic bowling, mini bowling, cosmic minigolf, roller skating, ball hockey, and ice hockey. May be primarily private-booking/party venue (verify before visiting).
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm (verify before visiting)
Activities: Laser tag, cosmic bowling, mini bowling, cosmic minigolf, roller skating, ball hockey, ice hockey
Arcades & Entertainment
Playdium at CF Fairview Mall
Cineplex-owned arcade adjacent to cinema
60+ games, Duck Pin bowling, and party rooms. Walk-in friendly, no reservation needed for the arcade.
Dave & Buster's
120 Interchange Way, Vaughan -- ~25 min drive from North York
Full arcade plus restaurant. Good option for older kids and families who want a meal alongside gaming.
Go-Karts
Arts & Pottery
Fusion Artz Cafe
Pottery, ceramic, and canvas painting. Offers classes and birthday parties. A calmer alternative to active play venues.
LevelX Playland — Pottery Studio
11 Kodiak Crescent, Unit B, M3J 3E5
On-site pottery painting studio inside the playground (formerly Bunch of Fun Playland). Good for combining active play and creative time in one visit.
Science & Discovery
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
1 Bass Pro Mills Dr, Vaughan Mills -- ~25 min drive from North York
Rides, 4D cinema, LEGO building zones, and Miniland Toronto replica. 15% Presto discount available. Best for ages 3-10.
Ontario Science Centre
Harbourfront Centre -- Now OPEN (the Don Mills Rd building remains closed)
The temporary 86,000 sq ft Harbourfront Centre location opened in summer 2026, including exhibitions, workshops, and the KidSpark learning space. The permanent home at Ontario Place is targeted for 2029.
Free & Low-Cost Options
Toronto Public Library KidsStop
5120 Yonge St, North York Central Library
Transportation-themed interactive play area. Completely free. The library also hosts storytimes, coding and robotics workshops, and an After School Club.
North York Central Library hours: Mon 12:30-8:30pm, Tue-Thu 9am-8:30pm, Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun closed. Confirm KidsStop's own hours with the branch before visiting.
Free Drop-in Swimming & Skating
City of Toronto community centres offer free drop-in swimming and skating for kids. Check schedules for your nearest centre.
City of Toronto Welcome Policy
Income-based fee subsidy for Toronto residents. Provides free or reduced-cost access to City recreation programs including swimming, skating, camps, and sports leagues.
Fall Registered Programs: Now Closed for 2026
Fall wish lists opened August 24, and general registration on the City's Registration & Booking System (the eFun replacement) ran September 15 for Toronto/East York/Etobicoke and September 16 for North York and Scarborough. That window is now closed for the season — if you missed it, the drop-in swimming, skating, and gym programs below don't require registration, and winter registration typically opens in December.
Key Community Centres
Mitchell Field — 89 Church Ave
Edithvale Community Centre
Douglas Snow Community Centre
North Toronto Memorial — 200 Eglinton Ave W
Lawrence Heights — 5 Replin Rd
Oriole — 2975 Don Mills Rd
Birthday Party Quick Reference
The best birthday party venues by activity type:
Playground Parties
LevelX Playland, Jolly Bubble, Alpha Kidz, Forever Young
Trampoline Parties
Sky Zone, The Bubble, Air Riderz
Bowling Parties
Playtime Bowl, Splitsville, RINX
Climbing Parties
True North Climbing, Rock Oasis
Go-Kart Parties
K1 Speed (ages 8+)
Arcade Parties
Playdium, Forever Young, The Rec Room
Art Parties
Fusion Artz, LevelX Playland pottery, Crock A Doodle
Most Variety
RINX Entertainment Centre — 150,000 sq ft with 7+ activities
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best indoor playgrounds in North York?
Jolly Bubble (900 Don Mills Rd) is a candy-themed 8,000 sq ft flagship that opened January 2026. LevelX Playland (11 Kodiak Crescent) combines two playgrounds with a pottery painting studio at $15.93/child — it rebranded from Bunch of Fun Playland in 2026, same building. Alpha Kidz (1140 Sheppard Ave W) has trampolines and soft play with parents free. Note: Kids Fun City at 150 Lesmill Rd has permanently closed and is no longer listed here.
Where can kids go rock climbing in North York?
True North Climbing at 75 Carl Hall Rd in Downsview Park is the go-to spot. It has 15,000 sq ft of climbing space, 100+ routes, and walls up to 36 feet tall. Kids programs include Weekend Scramble, summer camps for ages 6-14, and NextGen for ages 5-9. Note: children ages 4-12 require 2:1 adult supervision.
Are there trampoline parks near North York?
The Bubble at 65 Orfus Rd is right in North York near Yorkdale Mall — it's an inflatable park at $25/hr with monthly and family passes available. Sky Zone at 45 Esandar Dr (15-20 min drive) is a dedicated trampoline park with toddler-specific sessions on Tue/Thu mornings and weekend mornings at $10.99+tax.
What free kids activities are there in North York?
Toronto Public Library KidsStop at 5120 Yonge St (North York Central Library) has a free transportation-themed interactive play area, plus storytimes, coding workshops, and robotics programs. City community centres offer free drop-in swimming and skating. For families on a budget, the City of Toronto Welcome Policy provides income-based fee subsidies for recreation programs.
Where are the best birthday party venues in North York?
For the most variety under one roof, RINX Entertainment Centre (65 Orfus Rd, 150,000 sq ft) offers laser tag, bowling, minigolf, roller skating, and hockey. Playtime Bowl has bowling, laser tag, and 45+ arcade games with packages for up to 24 kids. True North Climbing is great for adventure-loving kids. K1 Speed offers go-kart parties for kids 8 and older.
Is there indoor go-karting for kids in North York?
Yes — K1 Speed at 75 Carl Hall Rd in Downsview Park has indoor electric go-karting. Junior racers must be at least 8 years old. The electric karts reach speeds up to 45 km/h. They also host birthday parties and corporate events.
What's new for kids in North York in 2026?
Jolly Bubble opened in January 2026 at 900 Don Mills Rd — an 8,000 sq ft candy-themed indoor playground. Playdium opened in December 2024 at CF Fairview Mall with 60+ arcade games and Duck Pin bowling. The Ontario Science Centre reopened at a temporary Harbourfront Centre location in summer 2026, an 86,000 sq ft space including the KidSpark learning area (the permanent new home at Ontario Place is targeted for 2029). Two closures worth knowing: Kids Fun City (150 Lesmill Rd) and the Richmond Hill Jump City location have both permanently closed, and Bunch of Fun Playland rebranded to LevelX Playland.
When does City of Toronto fall recreation registration open in 2026?
Fall 2026 wish lists opened August 24, with general registration on the City's Registration & Booking System (the eFun replacement) held September 15 for Toronto, East York and Etobicoke and September 16 for North York and Scarborough. That window has now closed for the season — drop-in programs at community centres don't require registration, and winter registration typically opens in December.
Is the Ontario Science Centre open in 2026?
Yes. After the Don Mills Rd building closed, the Ontario Science Centre opened a temporary 86,000 sq ft location at Harbourfront Centre in summer 2026, including exhibitions, workshops, and the KidSpark learning space. The permanent facility at Ontario Place is targeted for 2029.
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