Altitude Trampoline Park
Has a foam pit, gymnastics tracks, a kid zone, basketball dunking lanes, open play gym, dodge ball, and wall-to-wall trampoline attractions.
Great For: Getting out energy in a relatively enclosed space.
Don't Miss: Friday Night discounts.
Drawbacks: Can get crowded.
Hours:
Sunday 11am-7pm.
Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm.
Friday-Saturday 11am-10pm
Price:
1 hour pass: $18.99
90 Minute pass: $23.99
2 hr pass: $26.99
Friday Night: 6-9pm $20 per jumper.
Camelot Bowl
Has a 32-lane bowling alley equipped with automatic scoring systems, a lounge, and an arcade with new\ vintage gaming. Has leagues for 7 years and older. Leagues are on Fridays and Saturdays.
Great For: Old fashioned bowling.
Don't Miss: Different leagues for different ages.
Hours: Tuesday- Friday
Price: $3-$4 per game and $3 for shoes
East Alton Ice Arena
Is a City owned indoor rink that has open ice skating year round.
Great For: A chill time.
Don't Miss: The toddler times.
Hours: Check Calendar for public session times.
Price: $6 non resident admission $5 resident\senior citizen and $3 skate rental
Korte Recreation Center
Has a fitness center, gym, walking track, and indoor pool with, hot tub, toddler pool, lazy river, whirlpool, a two story water slide, and lap lanes. The toddler pool (for ages 8 and under) includes a small water slide and spraying apparatuses. There are family changing rooms and restrooms. Must be 16+ for hot tub and 48 inches tall for large water slide.
Great For: Babies, teens, and preteens are usually happy, but a teenager might need friends to keep occupied.
Don't Miss: The zero entry baby pool.
Building Hours:
Monday-Friday 5am-9pm
Saturday 7am-6pm
Sunday 9am-5pm.
Open Swim Times: Change often
Monday – Friday 1pm-8:30pm
Saturday 12pm-5:30pm
Sunday 12pm-4:30pm.
Price: Day passes range from $4.50 to $23 per person. Toddler Time is Fridays from 10:30-11:30am with $1.00 off.
A huge indoor climbing structure, traditional ice cream shop, party rooms, and an arcade! The arcade has many games including Hoops FX basketball, ATV Slam, Centipede Chaos, and 4 lanes of Skee-ball. The 3 story indoor climbing structure is great for all ages and welcomes adults. It has places to jump, climb, nerf guns, and slides. Everytime I turned the corner, I found another part I hadn't seen!
Great For: All ages. Anyone can play on the climbing structure and those who aren't feeling a climb can grab ice cream or enjoy the arcade!
Don't Miss: The nerf room!
Hours:
Monday: closed
Tuesday-Sunday 11am-9pm.
Price: $15 per person for play area. Arcade is FREE to enter and pay to play.
North American Outfitters (Highland)
Is a professional and laid back shop with 3D animals, 50 yard open range, and golfing.
Great For: Outdorsy People.
Don't Miss: The open range.
Hours:
Mon -Thurs is 12:00-8:00
Friday is 12:00-6:00
Saturday is 9:00-3:00
Price: Varies by activity.
RP Lumber Center
has a 175-meter special surface track, state-of-the-art ice rink, fitness room, teen center, and meeting space. The teen area has board games, comfortable seating, outdoor seating, and a foosball table. The teen center is currently open when the center is open. There are also open skate hours, hockey programs, learn to skate programs, and figure skating. Membership options and open skate session times are listed on the website.
Great For: All ages.
Don't Miss: The cute little seals to help you skate!
Hours:
Monday 6am-9pm
Tuesday 6am-10pm
Wednesday 6am-9pm
Thursday 6am-10pm
Friday 6am-10pm
Saturday & Sunday 6am-10pm.
Open Skate Prices:
District 7 Families – $7 for ages 4-64
$4 for Seniors
3 years and under are free
Skate Rental is an additional $3.
Non District 7 Families – $9 for ages 4-64
$6 for Seniors
3 years and under are free.
If you are wanting a seal for children to push, it is an additional $6.
The Sports Academy
Indoor sports Facility with adult sports leagues (Soccer, Kickball, Flag football, Volleyball), youth sports leagues, and Sports Bar and Grill. Large indoor playhouse with climbing tubes is open when the facility is open. Lower level has been seperated to give kids 5 and under space without older kids.
Great For: Under 3rd grade.
Drawbacks: Kids can get rough away from adults.
Playhouse Hours: Hours Change Often.
Monday - Thursday 4pm-10pm
Friday - Sunday 11am-10pm.
Playhouse Price: Unlimited access for $4 dollars per child.
Tri-Township Activity Center
Has Open Skate, Pickle Ball Court Rentals, and Birthday Party Rentals. Check facebook for time changes.
Great For: All ages at different events.
Don't Miss: Open Skate.
Open Skate Hours: Friday and Saturdays 7-10pm,
Open Skate Price: $10 Admission on Fridays/Saturdays & $8 Admission on Sundays.
We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym
is a kid’s Gym with specially designed sensory equipment to foster learning, exploration, and inclusive sensory-safe experiences for children of ALL abilities. See Facebook page/website regarding hours, camps, classes, and events.
Great For: Elementary, younger, and those children with disabilities.
Don't Miss: The zip lines.
Hours: Vary. See website.
Price:
Open Play is $15 per person and $13/Sibling.
Toddler Tuesday Pricing is $10 for Open Play for ages 1-3.
Edwardsville Arts Center
Creates classes, exhibits, and cultural events for youth and adults. Spring Classes For Ages K-8th Grade Include: Character Creation, Drawing, Painting, and Mixed Media. There are free art classes on Saturdays for kids.
Great For: Elementary and older.
Don't Miss: The free Saturday art classes!
Hours: Open for classes Wednesday- Saturday with free kids' art classes on Saturday mornings.
Price: Prices for classes vary.
Jacoby Arts Center
Offers performance arts and art classes for all ages. Offers free art club.
Great For: Elementary and Middle school
Don't Miss: Free art club.
Hours: Class times vary. Generally Wednesday-Sunday.
Price: Class prices vary.
The Macoupin Art Collective
Explore your creativity in a welcoming place with other artists. There are classes for all skids and ages. Class sizes are small. Classes offered have included knitting, ceramics, wheel throwing, Bob Ross paint-a-long, watercolor painting, shibori dyeing, stained glass basics, barn quilts, and more.
Price: Call, then drop in and enjoy space in the Open Studio for just $5 per hour. You can bring supplies or use the materials and tools in the general crafting area at no additional charge. Open Studio does not include use of specialized equipment unless you have completed a class at The MAC, or discuss your plans with our staff before your visit.
Great For: Anyone with a creative side!
Don't Miss: The wheel throwing classes!
Hours: Open Studio Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am to 5:00pm.
PLEASE CALL BEFORE YOU COME: 618-635-2015.
Pottery Hollow
Paint and create customized gifts. No reservations or experience required. A bowl, a mug, a platter, a piggy bank, there is so much to choose from. They have coupons and a calendar of events.
Great For: A time to create and bond together.
Don't Miss: The customized gifts
Hours:
Monday thru Thursday 10a-7pm
Friday 10a-8pm
Saturday 9am-7pm
Sunday 10a-6pm
Price: Pay for the piece, and a supply fee ($5 for kids and $8 for adults). There are 400+ pieces to choose from, for all ages.
Blossom Play Cafe
A unique combination of coffeehouse, kid's play space, and party venue. Our play area is geared towards babies, toddlers and preschool age children.
Great For: Enjoying a brewed drink and connecting at a slower pace with toddlers and babies.
Don't Miss: The light table and seasonal events!
Hours: Early Bird Fridays: 8:00-10:00 am
Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri: 10:30 am-12:30pm
***Currently closed on Thursdays due to classes.
Saturday: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Price: $10 per child with adult.
Sibling Helpers (ages 7+) $5.00 with a paying sibling.
If your child is playing, we ask that you pay for them to do so.
Children under 1 are free with a paid sibling and $10 starting at 6 months.
$80 for 10 punch card. Memberships available.
Collinsville Library
Has a large area dedicated to children. Main room has books, a librarian, computers, and comfy reading areas. 2 smaller attached rooms include a teen room and a children's play area. Children's play area has games, puppets, a slide, and toys. They host a variety of community programs, have free wifi, and loan out family passes to local amenities.
Great For: Toddlers and babies, but older kids can relax with a good book.
Don't Miss: The toddler time has cute songs and a friendly group.
Drawbacks: Noisy kids can be hard to manage in a quieter space, but staff are kind.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-8pm
Friday & Saturday: 9am-6pm
Price: FREE
Edwardsville Children's Museum
Offers indoor and outdoor exploration with a Market, Art Studio, Florist, Custard Cart, Animal Hospital, Community Heroes, pizza place, Post office, Dentist, Tree House, Forest Exhibit, and Hospital Nursery. Outdoor play includes a garden, play stage, sensory garden, paint station, sand and rock pit, slide, and much more!
Great For: Under 5th grade or anyone with a good imagination!
Don't Miss: The first room has a neat pong course mounted on the wall, but can get a bit noisy.
Drawbacks: It can be hard to supervise multiple children and staff can be strict about constant supervision.
Hours:
Mondays and Tuesdays 9:30am to 2pm
Thursdays 9:30am-2pm
Fridays 9:30am-5pm
Saturdays 9:30am-2:30pm.
Price: $7.00 for nonmembers (adults must pay).
A FREE pass is available thru Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Maryville, and Troy libraries. (There are limitations depending on your local library, but some libraries allow any IL cardholders to borrow.) The Edwardsville Children's Museum is also a member of a program called Museums for ALL. Families who receive food stamps assistance can get in FREE by presenting the EBT card. What a fantastic way to make sure all families can access their facility!
Funky Planet Toys
An interactive toy store that sells fun, unique products for the young and young-at-heart. Contains 3 seperate play areas with building toys, table top games, and more. Carry products for everyone from babies to adults. Offers creative construction toys, STEM toys, art supplies, craft kits, outdoor & active toys, plushies, board games, puzzles, stickers & stationery, novelties & pranks, pretend play sets, fidgets, and more.
Great For: A perfect birthday gift for any age!
Don't Miss: The 3 player arcade cabinet.
Hours:
CLOSED Mondays and Tuesdays
Wednesday-Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday: 11am-5pm
Price: Pay for what you buy.
A play space for children and adults to enjoy spending time together. Come build, create, discover, explore, play, and learn. Targeted towards preschool and early elementary age with some puzzles and toys for older siblings.
Great For:Toddlers and babies.
Don't Miss: The puzzles.
Hours: Vary. See website.
Price: $5 entry $3 for siblings.
Post Commons
I was impressed by the relaxed atmosphere which also felt high-end. They had a cute little water bar, great sandwiches, and french toast that my picky eaters devoured. Prices were also reasonable with a sandwich only costing $6. The kid's area and friendly staff made me feel welcome with kids while sitting back to enjoy a hot drink.
Great For: A relaxing meal or drink.
Don't Miss: The sandwiches.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:00pm
Friday and Saturday 7:00am-2:00pm
Tri Township Library
has around 20% of the library dedicated to engaging kids and teens. The teen room has comfortable seating and a cozy feel. It is stocked with teen books and information. The children's area has a large play kitchen, toys for building, and a variety of laminated educational activities. There is also a children's table. Children can search the library on Wednesdays to find a hidden object and get a prize. They host a variety of community programs, have a 3-D printer that has a small fee, and loan out family passes to the Edwardsville Children's Museum.
Great For:Toddlers and babies, but older kids can relax with a good book.
Don't Miss: The kids' play area.
Drawbacks: Noisy kids can be hard to manage in a quieter space, but staff are kind.
Hours:
9am-8pm Monday- Thursday
9am-5pm Friday
9am-4pm Saturday
Closed on Sundays
Price: FREE
Automic Pinball Arcade
Has nearly 100 games. Also has venue rental.
Great For: Any age that can reach the machine.
Don't Miss: The variety of older and newer machines.
Hours: Wed. from 5-10pm
Fridays from 5-11pm
Saturdays from Noon-11pm
Price: Wed. and Fri. $10 an hour or
$20 full night.
Sat. $10 an hour,
$20 4 hours
$30 full day pass.
Edison's Entertainment Complex
Offers bowling, laser tag, an arcade, and a restaurant. They have kids eat free on Wednesday nights, taco Tuesdays, holiday events, bingo night, and little inventor's club. The restaurant has a full bar.
Great For: A meal and play on deal days!
Don't Miss: The Genius club gives special discounts and free plays.
Hours: 11- 9 Sunday, 11- 10 Monday- Wednesday, 11- 11 Thursday, 11- 1 Friday, and 10- 1 Saturday.
Price: Bowling is $8- $10 per hour. Laser tag is $6- $7 per game.
Funky Planet Toys
An interactive toy store that sells fun, unique products for the young and young-at-heart. Contains 3 seperate play areas with building toys, table top games, and more. Carry products for everyone from babies to adults. Offers creative construction toys, STEM toys, art supplies, craft kits, outdoor & active toys, plushies, board games, puzzles, stickers & stationery, novelties & pranks, pretend play sets, fidgets, and more.
Great For: A perfect birthday gift for any age!
Don't Miss: The 3 player arcade cabinet.
Hours:
CLOSED Mondays and Tuesdays
Wednesday-Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday: 11am-5pm
Price: Pay for what you buy.
Heroic Adventures
A large selection of comic books, trade paper backs, CCGs, board games, miniature games, toys and collectibles. Holds weekly gaming tournaments and has a game room.
Great For: Gamers of all kinds!
Don't Miss: The pokemon competitions.
Hours:
Saturday-Wednesday: 10AM-8PM
Thursday and Friday: 10AM- 10PM.
Price: Shopping is free. Event entry varies.
Leve1Up
Leve1UP Arcade LLC is a return to the golden age of arcades! We will be bringing in refurbished and re released titles from the 1970s and 1980s, as well as a few ticket redemption items such as skeeball! Private events are $200 and that includes unlimited play for 10 players. Additional players $15. Parties are held between 10am and 12 Noon Saturdays and Sundays. Again, those player cards do not expire so unused cards can be used at a later date. Patrons under the age of 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
Great For: Teens, and preteens.
Don't Miss: The direct walk through into Kimara's Pizza next door, who are happy to provide food and beverages during their regular hours.
Hours:
Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm. Fridays from 5pm-10pm. Saturdays from Noon-10pm and Sundays Noon-9pm.
We offer adjusted hours for GCSD9 School Closures with the exception of Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Price:Our player cards are prepaid and do not ever expire! Each game costs $1 to play or you can purchase an hour of free play for $15 or 3 hours for $35. Free play time does not start until the first game is played, so they make wonderful gifts.
Realms of Gaming
Buy, Sell, and Trade Board games, Collectible Card Games, Miniatures, Tabletop RP Games and More. Specializes in Magic singles. Offers organized play.
Great For: Gamers!
Don't Miss: Dungeons and Dragons nights!
Hours:
Monday- Thursday: 2-10PM
Friday: 2- 12AM
Saturday & Sunday 12PM-8PM
Price: Shopping is free. Event entry varies.
The Underground Dojo
is all about growing the geek and gamer community. Enjoy tabletop games, and video games in a fun and friendly environment!
Great For:Gamers
Don't Miss: The game nights
Hours:
Monday- Thursday: 2-10
Friday: 2- 12AM
Saturday: 12PM - 10PM
Sunday 12pm- 8pm
Price: Shopping is free. Event entry varies. Many events are FREE!
Great Rivers Museum and Lock and Dam
Kid-friendly, interactive, and computer animated exhibits. There is an aquarium displaying the fish that inhabit the river. Kids can steer a towboat through a simulator, measure water consumption, or enjoy a guided tour. The lock and Dam tours are outside and give a behind the scenes look at the lock and dam. Tours are very informative. Kids should use the bathroom before leaving and be comfortable listening to speaker for a few minute presentations.
Hours: From 9- 5, public tours at 10, 1 and 3.
Great For: A short tour for all ages.
Don't Miss: The Aquarium with fish
Drawbacks: The lock and Damn tour can get HOT!
Hours: Museum is open Monday-Thursday 9-4.
Dam tours at 10, 1 and 3.
Prices: FREE!
Maryville Heritage museum
Maryville Heritage museum (Maryville) Taking reservations for individuals and small groups/families. Email: [email protected] to make a reservation.
Great For: Learning about Maryville Heritage.
Hours: The first and third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Price: Unknown
The Nickel Plate Station
A renovated 135-year-old Railroad Station, located on the N.O. Nelson Campus of Lewis & Clark Community College in the Historic Leclaire neighborhood. It reopened in 2021, located near the Edwardsville Children's Museum. This historically-significant landmark provides transportation, STEAM, and geography exhibits and programming for older children that are connected to themes of travel and trains.
747 Longfellow Ave, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Great For: Train lovers.
Don't Miss: The light table and dress up area.
Hours: Available for public play every Saturday noon to 11pm
Price: Included in admission at the Edwardsville Children's Museum. $7.00 for nonmembers (adults must pay). A FREE pass is available thru Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Maryville, and Troy libraries. (There are limitations depending on your local library, but some libraries allow any IL cardholders to borrow.) The Edwardsville Children's Museum is also a member of a program called Museums for ALL. Families who receive food stamps assistance can get in FREE by presenting the EBT card. What a fantastic way to make sure all families can access their facility!
