Andrus Planetarium at the Hudson River Museum
Rainy days were made for a visit to the only public planetarium in Westchester County. The heavens are portrayed in a series of age-appropriate planetarium programs. And when you’ve gone through what the planetarium has to offer be sure to enjoy the rest of the museum.
511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers. 963-4550. hrm.org.
Bouncing…Here are two places where kids can burn off rainy day energy. Bounce! Trampoline Sports and BounceU of Elmsford offer indoor venues that literally allow kids to bounce off the walls. See the websites and learn about their open bounce schedule.
BounceU of Elmsford
150 Clearbrook Rd., Elmsford. 874-5200. bounceu.com/elmsford.
Bounce! Trampoline Sports
612 Corporate Way, Valley Cottage. 845-268-4000. bounceonit.com.
The Cliffs at Valhalla
Don’t let the kids climb the walls at home take them to do some real wall climbing. It’s great exercise and provides hours of fun. The Learn to Climb Package is a great introduction to the sport. Build confidence and technique by taking classes, joining an after school group or climbing team. Want to just walk in and climb? That’s available too!
1 Commerce Park, Valhalla. 328-7625. thecliffsclimbing.com
Grand Prix New York
More than your average entertainment complex, Grand Prix New York offers high-speed indoor Go-Karting racing, a new Spins Bowl bowling alley, arcades, giant bouncy inflatables and dining. Check website for details.
333 North Bedford Rd., Mt. Kisco. 241-3131.gpny.com.
Leapin’ Lizards
Conveniently located in the Kohl’s shopping center in Port Chester, Leapin’ Lizards is home to ball pits, slides, mazes, tunnels and a foam forest! An arcade and dining areas for groups to eat are also for you to enjoy.
421 Boston Post Rd., Port Chester. 937-5867. leaplizards.com.
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
There’s something for every age kid here. Take part in activities with the Master Model Builder and see MINILAND where New York’s top attractions are made of LEGOS®. Then play in the soft play area, see the 4D cinema and enjoy a wide variety of LEGO® activities.
Westchester’s Ridge Hill, 39 Fitzgerald St., Yonkers. 866-243-0770. legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
LIFE: The Place to Be
State-of-the-art arcade games, laser tag, a rock-climbing wall, and four mini bowling alleys are only some of the offerings. This 25,000-square-foot family-fun entertainment center also runs birthday parties and hosts events of any kind for 30 to more than 500 people.
2 Lawrence St., Ardsley. 591-4400. lifetheplacetobe.com.
Maritime Aquarium
See river otters, sea stars, sand tiger sharks and many more water loving friends! Classic IMAX® movies, specially made by the aquarium, can also be seen here.
10 North Water St., Norwalk, Conn. 203-852-0700. maritimeaquarium.org.
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Neuberger Museum
Not only is the Neuberger a great place to take in art on a rainy day it’s also free for children ages 12 and under! The Neuberger houses modern, contemporary and African art. They also host Family First Saturdays, a day of free hands-on art activities, tours and performances for families the first Saturday of every month.
Purchase College,State University of New York, 735 Anderson Hill Rd.,Purchase. 251-6100. neuberger.org.
New Roc City
Arcade games, laser tag, bumper cars and roller coaster simulators are only the beginning. There are glow-in-the-dark bowling and miniature golf facilities along with an indoor go-cart track! It is also home to an IMAX® theatre and a large Megaplex with 18 movie theaters.
33 Lecount Pl., New Rochelle. 637-7575. newroccity.com.
Sportime USA
This indoor family entertainment center is home to more than 200 video games, bumper cars, laser tag, batting cages, miniature bowling and an accessible rock-climbing wall for children. There is also a massive two level jungle gym filled with slides, mazes and balls. Food and refreshments and restrooms are all on-site.
380 Saw Mill River Rd., Elmsford. 592-2111. sportimeusa.com.
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
The many engaging and educational exhibits offered are sure to keep your child entertained and educated throughout the day. See he new exhibit, “Express Yourself.” Through music, art and games children and families can learn how to express their emotions. If you have a toddler be sure to visit the Tot Town designed especially for the littlest museum enthusiasts.
303 West Ave., Norwalk, Conn. 203-899-0606. steppingstonesmuseum.org.
WeeZee
Welcome to the world of “Yes I Can.” Westchester’s first indoors, sensory play space. Spanning almost 16,000 square feet, WeeZee’s includes an innovative concept and design, as well as state-of-the-art equipment. The play space is great for children of all abilities and ages, including children with Sensory Integration Disorder and learning disabilities spanning the spectrum from dyslexia to autism. There are 35 different elements of training equipment designed to strengthen nervous system conduction in a way that improves academic performance, athletic coordination and social connections in children of all ages. And children just think they are having fun! Open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. Annual memberships are available.
Chappaqua Crossing, 480 Bedford Rd., Chappaqua. 752-2100. weezeeworld.com.
Westchester Table Tennis
Open seven days a week, this 15,000-square-foot table tennis haven draws men, women and children from all across the county. Play for an hour or play for a day all for a drop in fee of $10 for adults, $5 for kids under 20, including paddles and balls. Yearly memberships, league games and group training or one-on-one lessons are also available.
175 Thompkins Ave., Pleasantville. 741-0738. westchestertabletennis.com
