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Looking for things to do with kids in Bowling Green? Whether you're searching for indoor play spaces, outdoor adventures, sports programs, or creative classes, this guide highlights the best kid-friendly activities in the area.
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Indoor Play
Oh What Fun! Party & Play
A space designed for kids up to age 8 to play with themed centers, costumes, a slide, interactive game floor, doll house, etc.
Jump Air Zone
An indoor trampoline park for all ages.
Toddler time is on Wednesdays from 10am-12pm (ages 6 and under only).
Warren County Public Library
At the Lisa Rice branch, they have a science wall and giant blue blocks available for play. At the Bob Kirby branch, they have an activity tree and a Lego table.
Tot Lot at Greenwood Mall
An indoor play area located in the food court of the Greenwood Mall. Free admission.
Other Indoor Play Options:
- Michael Buchanon Park Indoor Playground
- Chuck E Cheese (Greenwood Mall)
- Chic Fil A on Campbell Lane
- McDonalds on Campbell Lane
- BG Skate
- Southern Lanes
Outdoor Play
Parks and Playgrounds
➡️View the Park Roundup Here!
(Top 6 Playgrounds in BG + Parks Chart)
Lampkin Park Splash Pad
Seasonal Outdoor Spots
Jackson’s Orchard
A farm and orchard with seasonal activities like apple or pumpkin picking, flower picking, petting zoo, playground, etc.
Open mid-April - mid-November.
Just Piddlin’ Farm (Woodburn)
Explore the pumpkin patch, play on the playground and bounce pad, or find your way through the corn maze!
Open mid-September to the end of November.
The Reindeer Farm
A local farm with live reindeer and an indoor playground. Open November and December plus some spring events.
Sports & Recreation
Bowling Green offers tons of opportunities for kids of all ages to stay active and learn new skills - from team sports like soccer and baseball to activities like gymnastics and rock climbing.
Creative Activities and Classes
Kate Latham Creative Studios
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Art camps and classes offered for a variety of ages.
Kate Latham is the owner and operator of Kate Latham Creative Studios. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Art Education and Bachelor of Science in Elementary Ed from WKU in 2017. She was a teacher for 3 years before resigning in 2021 to stay home with her newborn son. Now she offers camps to the BG community during summer, fall, winter, and spring school breaks. While she is best known for her Art Camps (Art Camps by Kate), she also offers paint parties and Stuff & Go Stuffed Animal Party favors. Visit her website for more info!
You and I BGKY
Offers sensory and outdoor playgroups and family music classes.
Light of Chance
Offers expressive classes and programs such as art and dance.
Warren County Public Library
Offers tons of programs and classes for all ages!
Amusement Parks & Attractions
- Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon
- Dinosaur World (Cave City)
- Kentucky Down Under (Horse Cave)
- Dutch Country Safari Park (Horse Cave)
- Mammoth Valley Park (Cave City)
- Russel Sims Aquatic Center
- Nashville Zoo
Summer Camps
coming soon!
Free Options
- Michael Buchanon Park Indoor Playground (with an annual purchase of a key fob for a few dollars)
- Jackson’s Orchard ($3 to play on the playground for kids 3+)
- Tot Lot (Greenwood Mall)
- Warren County Public Library
- Circus Square Splash Pad
- Lampkin Park Splash Pad
- Browse city parks here!
- Browse county parks here!
- Aviation Heritage Park
- Lost River Cave
