Play, Create, Explore & Learn
Between arcades, trampoline parks, crafting studios and stimulating museums, family fun never ends in Greater Gainesville.
Splitz
Splitz is a state-of-the-art entertainment facility that hosts bowling, laser tag, arcades, sports and a bar and grill. Challenge family and friends and reserve a bowling lane, partake in competitive games, host parties and more at Splitz.
Flip Factory Zone
Flip Factory Zone offers a host of activities for every member of the family. The 12,000-square-foot world of 60 connected trampolines is the star of the show, complete with launching decks and obstacle courses to bring the fun to new heights. Flip Factory Zone also includes an arcade, ninja courses similar to those on the TV show, “American Ninja Warrior,” two-story laser tag, dodgeball, aerial silks, basketball on a trampoline court, a foam pit, rope course, jungle gym, toddler zone and finally, axethrowing zones. Flip Factory Zone hosts parties and events.
Bouncers
Bouncers is an indoor playground facility that is great for children’s birthday parties. Kids can play to their heart’s content on the brightly colored jungle gyms and inflatable bounce houses, as well as the toddler area for children ages 3 and younger.
Kika Silva Pla Planetarium
The planetarium located at Santa Fe College transports viewers out of this world with its live, interactive presentations on a variety of topics, including astronomy, ancient cultures, geology and more. The planetarium welcomes children of all ages. For upcoming show dates and topic selections, visit sfcollege.edu/planetarium.
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Walk the La Chua trail through the wetlands for a truly natural Florida experience. The protected park is home to a diverse ecosystem. Visitors will almost always see an alligator or other reptile basking in the sun, a myriad of migrating and native birds and an abundance of native aquatic and plant life. The park is also home to herds of bison and wild horses, which can often be seen grazing in the distance.
Dave and Buster’s
Dave and Buster’s is a top destination for arcade lovers, with many games to choose from and tickets earned to redeem for prizes. Games of another sort can be enjoyed at Dave and Buster’s, with sports games playing on the numerous TVs throughout the dining area. Dave and Buster’s has a full menu and bar.
Lubee Bat Conservancy
Through research, education and community engagement, the nonprofit Lubee Bat Conservancy is dedicated to bat conservation and preserving their habitats. The organization invites visitors of all ages for scheduled tours of the facility year-round. It also hosts events, such as Bat Fest, a family-friendly day filled with games, plus activities, food trucks and more.
Skate Station Fun Works
Skate Station Fun Works offers a well-versed selection of family fun, ranging from Swamp Golf, or mini golf, bounce houses, rock climbing, an arcade, batting cages, go karting and the newest attraction, Jumpworks, a trampoline station. The facility offers camps for kids ages 5 to 12, where they can try new activities, adventure, explore and be more physically active every day.
Pinspiration
Pinspiration is an open crafting studio with numerous projects to tackle, from do-it-yourself projects with dozens of craft options including art, decor, gifts and accessories. Each person in a group can select their own, unique craft. Pinspiration provides kits, tutorials, supplies and workshops. Pinspiration has a Splatter Room, where guests are free splatter paint all over a canvas.
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