Indoor Things to Do: All Greenville

Voted as the #2 Escape Room in the US for 2024, step into a world of unforgettable fun at Escape Artist Greenville, where you become the hero of your own real-life adventure! Solve puzzles, uncover clues, and find hidden items to help you save the day.

These private games are designed for groups of 4-8, making them the perfect bonding experience for families looking to spend crowd-free, quality time in downtown Greenville. While portions of these challenges require adult minds, you’ll be amazed at what your kids can solve! It’s a great way to watch your kids shine while working as a team.

Want a night out just for the grown-ups? Leave the kids at home and book an immersive adventure with us. We offer experiences with dedicated actors who will bring the story to life and keep you entertained until the end!

We have two locations and 9 unique games in Greenville, all less than 2 miles from the center of downtown. Adventures run Thursday through Monday and you can visit Escape Artist Greenville to check availability and make your booking.

Start your family’s next big adventure at Escape Artist Greenville!

In a place where you can do so much, why not start where you can find something for all ages?

The Upcountry History Museum is that place…the place where you can connect history, people, and stories in unexpected ways!

Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, when you cross the threshold, you are transported into a world where you can discover the rich 300-year story of the Upcountry and explore its story of revitalization and charm, all while experiencing award-winning in-house collections and national, one-of-a-kind traveling exhibitions.

Go to UPCOUNTRYHISTORY.ORG for more information on exhibits, programming, and events or to purchase admission tickets.

SCCT is the largest children’s theatre in South Carolina and serves over 30,000 children and their families annually through performances and special events, theatre classes, on-site residencies, school tours, and outreach programs. SCCT recently opened its brand-new theatre facility in downtown Greenville, and envisions a community where ALL children experience the transformational impact of theatre, which nourishes creativity, grows empathy, and inspires confidence.

We hope you and your family will join us in the fun!

SCCT produces five (5) MainStage productions per year. Join us for our 24-25 season!

SCCT also offers FREE Tell-Me-A-Story Theatre performances for little ones (pre-K to early elementary) in our lobby throughout the year. At these lobby shows, favorite children’s books are acted out for our youngest audiences, and we encourage audience participation! Check our website for dates. 

SCCT’s Theatre Arts Conservatory offers year-round drama classes for students ages 3-18. Theatre classes develop skills that help students academically and socially while also providing students with a positive place to belong, develop friendships, and discover their potential and abilities.  Be sure to check our website throughout the year for current class listings!

Roper Mountain is the place to bring your families for a hands-on and engaging experience whether it’s during the school year for field trips or during the summer for Summer Adventure and Summer Camps. Just ask other families in the area about their experiences and you’ll see why Roper Mountain continues to be a “must-see” experience in the upstate and beyond.

The beautiful 62-acre campus contains an array of state-of-the-art educational facilities including a Planetarium and Observatory, Marine and Ecology labs, a Rainforest, a Living History Farm, Dinosaur Adventure trail and a new Environmental Science and Sustainability
Center.

Families can attend numerous events throughout the year including Friday Starry Nights, Afternoon Explorations, Summer Adventure, Laser Days of Summer, Summer Exploration Camps, and seasonal holiday laser shows. Regardless of age, you’ll surely find a plethora of engaging activities and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Opening Night presented by Bon Secours

Hockey is back in the Upstate and we’re throwing a massive party to celebrate. Plaza party, “Hoppy” Hour with specials, inflatables, facepainting, balloon animals, live music and more! The party starts at 4 p.m. The first 1,500 fans will get a rally towel presented by Bon Secours St. Francis.

Halloween Weekend

Ghouls, goblins and Count Stompula await you! The ice isn’t the only thing that will be chilling on this weekend…End your night with hockey. Costumes are encouraged both Friday and Saturday nights. The best costumes will be selected for a between-periods costume contest.

Star Wars Night presented by Spero Financial

The Force awakens at The Well on Saturday, November 8! All things Star Wars take over the arena for one night only. Special themed game entertainment and characters from across the galaxy await.

Teddy Bear Toss presented by Swamp Rabbit Moving

It’s the Game of the Year! Get ready to toss those teddies at one of the most unique hockey games you’ll ever attend. When the Swamp Rabbits score their first goal, it’s time to let the stuffed animals fly. Each stuffed animal will be donated to various child-based causes around the Upstate.

New Year’s Eve presented by Armada Law

Greenville’s biggest and best family-friendly New Year’s celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. on December 31. Postgame indoor fireworks will light up the arena as the Swamp Rabbits ring in 2026.

Stomper’s Birthday presented by Big Air

All of Stomper’s buddies will be in the building for his big time birthday bash. Handyman Hal will be in the building to help celebrate! Get your special meet-and-greet package with YouTube’s favorite hands-on DIY king. Awesome!

Fan Appreciation presented by Fluor

At the end of each regular season, the Swamp Rabbits show their appreciation for their fans on one special day. This early 4 p.m. Saturday faceoff gives you plenty of time to enjoy the game and be home for dinner.

Pepsi Family 4-Packs are your way to save on hockey!

The savings start on Opening Night and roll all season long for select dates. Get four tickets, four hot dogs, four chips and four Pepsi products all starting at just $25 per ticket*. (Convenience fees apply. Must purchase a minimum of four tickets) Get your tickets now!

Looking for an indoor place to play AND learn?!

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, with locations in both Greenville and Spartanburg, is THE go-to family destination for indoor exploration! TCMU-Greenville offers 23 unique exhibits focused on programming areas such as arts, humanities, sciences, health, nutrition, the environment and community engagement. TCMU’s downtown Spartanburg location houses 6,000 square feet of exhibits designed to support children ages birth to 6, with a focus on early childhood development and Kindergarten readiness.

Free weekly programming, such as Story Time, steamWORKS, and Open Art Studios, provide opportunities for families to further learn and discover together. Annual memberships offer unlimited visits to both TCMU locations in Greenville and Spartanburg. Advance timed entry tickets can be purchased at www.tcmupstate.org.

Climb @ Blue Ridge has been providing some of the best indoor climbing in the upstate since 1995. Our passion is to encourage everyone to experience the sport of climbing. Our experienced staff want to create a climbing environment that is accessible and fun for beginning climbers and kids, but also challenging enough for the most experienced climbers.

Our day pass option allows you full access to the gym for the entire day, and you can rent all the gear you need from us. We also offer individual, student, and family memberships which allow you the freedom to climb at no additional cost any time the gym is open.

We offer group rates for a variety of groups, from birthday parties, team building experiences, and youth group activities. We also host weekly yoga sessions and hold summer camps, and our kids climbing team welcomes climbers of all skill levels.

Are you looking for a healthy, challenging, and invigorating activity to keep fit? Are you interested in a fun activity the whole family can enjoy? Climbing is a great physical and mental exercise that’s not only a great full-body workout—it’s family-friendly and fun! Give it a try, and you’ll be hooked.

Come on down to Southernside Brewing Co., the most family friendly brewery in town!

New bowling alley and arcade available for kids and adults of all ages. Chef driven kitchen, tons of outdoor space, 10 tvs, 3 projectors and one jumbo-tron!

Walks-ins welcome, or call and book your space today!

Looking for an exciting way to keep the kids active and off screens? Big Air in Greenville and Spartanburg is the Upstate’s favorite destination for indoor fun, where kids of all ages can jump, climb, flip, and play in a safe, clean, and family-friendly environment.

With over 55 attractions included in admission, a full-service café, and tons of space for adventure, Big Air is SO much more than just a trampoline park. It’s where families go to connect, celebrate, and have fun together.

🎟️ General Admission Prices:

• 1.5 hrs: $22 | 2 hrs: $28 | All Day: $30
• Big Air Grip Socks: $4 (required & reusable)

🤑 Daily Deals:

• Mon/Wed – Mega Jump: 3 hrs for $23
• Tues – Ten Buck Tuesday: 1 hour for $10
• Thurs/Sun – Family Fun Pack: (4 jumpers + pizza + soda pitcher) $75
• Fri/Sat – Cosmic Night: Cosmic Night 7–10pm for $30

🫶 Why Families Love Big Air

• 55+ attractions under one roof
• Group discounts & school fundraiser programs
• Annual passes and affordable monthly memberships
• Award-winning, all-inclusive birthday party packages
• Full-service café with pizza, hot dogs, pretzels, ICEEs, Mini Melts, & more

Located in Simpsonville, Palmetto Gymnastics offers gymnastics & ninja classes, birthday parties, field trips, and summer camps.

Birthday Parties: Parties at Palmetto Gymnastics include gym time and time for refreshments. Various packages are available for both structured gym time and non-structured gym time, ninja course, tumble track, and more, depending on your preferences.

The Anderson County Library system offers special events, storytime, a seed library, Book-a-Librarian (for that much-needed help with literally anything), and so much more! Branch information can be found below:

Anderson County Main Library – 300 N. McDuffie St, Anderson
Belton Branch Library – 91 Breazeale Street, Belton
Iva Branch Library – 203 W. Cruette Street, Iva
Jennie Erwin Branch Library – 318 N. Shirley Avenue, Honea Path
Lander Memorial Branch Library – 925 Greenville Drive, Williamston
Pendleton Branch Library – 650 S. Mechanic Street, Pendleton
Piedmont Branch Library – 1407 S. Carolina 86, Piedmont
Powdersville Branch Library – 4 Civic Court, Powdersville
Westside Community Center Branch Library – 1100 West Franklin Street, Anderson

Located at Taylors Mill, this video arcade offers pinball machines, dozens of games and consoles, and a bar.

You can also host your birthday at Pinky’s Revenge! A 2 hour party includes 10 guests with unlimited game play, set up & clean up, 1 dedicated server, & catering options. Birthday package starts at $200.

Offers: Visit local artist gallery exhibits Tuesday through Saturday. Each first Friday (6-9 pm), a free art activity is available for children.

Video arcade games for all ages, including a dining space.
Kid’s birthday parties for all ages with kid-friendly food.

Offers: Chick-fil-A food with an indoor play space for younger children

Find your location on the information Chic fil A map to confirm their playground is still available

Locations with an indoor play area:

1225 Woodruff Rd, Greenville
2801 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Taylors
3420 Highway 153, Piedmont
135 W. Butler Road, Mauldin
22 Benton Road, Travelers Rest

Offers: Indoor train museum with dozens of custom model trains displays, some of which are interactive where kids can touch, play, and learn.

Wednesday – Saturday: 11 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm
CLOSED Monday & Tuesday

Offers: An indoor play space for kids aged 0-6 plus cafe.

Boutique bowling alley located near downtown Greenville, offers six bowling alleys, dining and bar,
If requesting reservations, a 3-lane minimum is required.
Rates depend on the time of day/day of the week.

Birthday Parties: Private or semi-private party rentals are available. Contact the venue for specific rates.

A fun, welcoming art studio where kids and families can explore creativity and approachable art- making for all ages through hands on classes, camps, and events! 

Greenville’s only place to splatter paint, even glow-in-the-dark paint, all over the place!

Greenville Gemstone Mine offers a place for children and adults to mine for gemstones in Greenville, as well as a unique shop selling jewelry and home decor items.

Two Locations in Greenville: 

205 N Main Street
700 Haywood Rd. #2008

Read our Kidding Around review of Greenville Gemstone Mine.

Offers: Bowling, Escape Rooms, Laser Tag, a Game Zone as well as a full restaurant!

This playground and pubs offer food, and drinks, for all ages until 9 pm, along with a golf/sports simulator, arcade, ax throwing, karaoke, and more.

32 Bowling Lanes, shoe rental, a deluxe arcade, a sports bar, and more!

They have birthday party packages as well.

Foothills Gymnastics and Cheer offers several programs throughout the week for toddlers through 12 year olds.

Birthday party packages are available on Saturdays. Prices start at $195 for 10 children
A private room for food and dessert is available.
Parties are 1.5 hours long.

Multiple escape room options for all ages include 8 options. Some escape rooms can accommodate groups of 10+ people.

Game Kastle offers a fresh new alternative for gamers to shop for the latest titles and accessories, play casual games together, or compete in tournaments. They hold classes on building or painting game miniatures and terrain, as well as learn-to-play new games.

Offers: Golden Lanes and Skate offers 32 lanes for bowling, as well as a roller skating rink, Tiki Bar, and pool tables.

Offers: Greenville Rec’s Pavilion Recreation Complex offers an indoor ice skating rink and a bounce house facility with a number of bouncing house style equipment for kids to jump.

Offers: Mini golf, go-karts, indoor playground, laser tag, batting cage, arcade, bumper boats, and more. Priced per attraction.

With a Lego® table and kids’ reading nooks, Barnes and Noble is a great place to stop on a rainy day. Plus, you can enjoy a coffee at the indoor Starbucks while your kids play.

Bonus: Free Story Time most Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 am.

Offers: Open play gym is the perfect opportunity for small children to get some exercise while having fun.
Read our review of Acrosmith Gymnastics!

Offers: Trampoline Park with ropes courses, foam pits, and special Little Leapers toddler times.

Wantec Virtual Reality is a video game arcade that offers multiple gameplay options, including a VR arena, Raceroom, VR escape rooms, arvi VR full-immersion games, and more.
The venue also has snack food items for purchase.

Birthday Party Packages are available for Wantec VR, prices start at $379 for between 8 – 10 participants.

The Greenville County Museum of Art also offers family-friendly Sunday programs at 2 pm as well as occasional children’s art workshops and camps. There is no admission fee to visit this museum!

Indoor rock climbing facility in Easley that offers lead climbing, bouldering, and more for all ages.

Group Therapy Pub & Playground offers fun activities like wacky mini golf, ax throwing, duckpin bowling, sport simulator, ping pong, and more in addition to food and drink options for the entire family.

Offers: Indoor climbing and bouldering with gear rentals as well. Training clinics are also offered.

Hours: Monday: 4 pm–10 pm
Tuesday–Friday: 12 pm–10 pm
Saturday: 10 am–10 pm
Sunday: 4 pm–10 pm

Kroc Greenville’s vision is to ensure everyone has access to excellent and affordable youth and adult wellness and community programs. Kick start your membership to our 74,000 square foot facility, and enjoy access to aquatics, fitness, sports, and more!

Offers: Roller skating with toddler rink

Offers: 32 lanes of bowling, birthdays, and special event pricing and weekly specials

Offers: Combine shopping with fun, by heading to the Haywood Mall. The playground is a great place to let kids get out their wiggles.

This giant trampoline park, with a location in Greenville and in Spartanburg, includes a rock wall, jousting, a ninja course, a laser maze, a slam dunk basketball area, a foam pit, a zipline, a toddler area, and much more! They also offer special toddler times, birthday parties, and group events.

Birthday Parties: Choose from 60, 90, or 120 minute jump party packages to fit your party’s needs. From pizza & drinks, to dedicated party host & clean-up – it’s ALL INCLUDED! All you do is bring the cake and enjoy the party!

Offers: Paint your own pottery with drop-in times, story time and other events, group events and camps.

At the Sigal Music Museum, explore the exciting world of music through exhibitions, concerts, and music classes for both children & adults.

Offers: Inflatables and Pre-K only jump time on school day mornings

RELATED: Mom Review: Pump It Up

Upstate Pinball & Arcade Museum in Simpsonville has some of the best games from the 80s and 90s. With over 50 games including pinball, Pac-man, and ice hockey foosball, you’re sure to have a blast. They also have birthday party options!

We realize many people have never rock climbed before, but we are excited to introduce this growing sport in a controlled, indoor environment.

Beginners and advanced climbers are all welcome!

Looking for an exciting place to host your next party? Looking to celebrate a birthday? Need a fun, exciting space for a group event? We have space to host over 40 people!

Main Event offers bowling, laser tag, tons of arcade games, and virtual reality games, a restaurant, a bar with billiards tables, and lots more.
They host birthday parties, events, and special deals like Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays.

Birthday party packages start at $17.99 per person.

Kangaroo Jax is a bounce house facility located in Greenville, SC. They offer unlimited play with admission pricing, including the indoor carousel and kiddie Ferris wheel! Read our full review of Kangaroo Jax!

Offers: Indoor roller skating rink that offers homeschool skate times, open skate, birthday parties, fundraisers, and other special events.

Bloc Haven is an indoor climbing facility for all ages

You can find free events for kids almost every day at the Greenville Library system, just don’t forget to grab a couple of bucks for parking if you head downtown. These events are not just fun, but also help your children develop literacy skills. We list most of the Greenville Library events for kids on our Greenville Calendar, but you can also check the calendar on the Greenville Library website or grab one of their free bi-monthly magazines.

In addition to the daily programming, the Greenville Main Library has a PAL Learning Center full of educational toys for children. The individual branches also have hands-on learning stations and computers for children.

Anderson Road Branch – 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville
Augusta Road Branch – 100 Lydia Street, Greenville
Berea Branch – 111 N Hwy 25 Bypass, Greenville
Five Forks Library Branch – 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville
Fountain Inn Library Branch – 311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn
Greer Branch – 505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer (currently closed for expansion/renovation – should reopen fall 2019)
Hughes Main Branch – 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville
Mauldin Branch – 800 W Butler Road, Greenville
Pelham Road Branch – 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville
Simpsonville Branch – 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville
Taylors Branch – 316 W Main Street, Taylors
Travelers Rest Branch – 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest

Learn more about the Greenville Library’s digital and streaming collection, free and accessible from your own home, in our KA article! 

Visit the Zentrum Museum and learn about the history of BMW and view examples of BMW’s vehicles throughout their history.

Zentrum museum hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm

Guided plant tours are available and students will have the chance to see how the cars are built.

• Age: Plant Tours are limited to age 12 and up
• Reservations are requested for select times, Monday through Friday.
• Subject: Science and Engineering, History
• Closed toe shoes must be worn on the plant tour

Indoor go-karting facility

Greenville Location: 1524 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC
Spartanburg Location: 130 East Daniel Morgan Ave, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Video & Arcade Games and pizza

Spartanburg Location
660 Spartan Boulevard, Suite 250
864.574.4748

Greenville Location
253 Congaree Road
864.297.6400

Learn about the history of the Upstate area and enjoy traveling exhibits. There’s usually one traveling exhibit that’s perfect for kids, and the rest of the museum has lots of audio, video, and hands-on sections of exhibits that the whole family will enjoy. You can find a list of their family-friendly events and fantastic exhibits on their website.

The Judson Mill Play Cafe is a 14,500 square feet indoor playground and cafe combo.

They offer three birthday party packages, including The Fabulous Fiesta, The Pizza Party Pack, or The Biggest Bash

Offers: Rock Springs Church Bowling Center offers 12 lanes of bowling, as well as bowling parties. Looking for more information? Check out our Kidding Around review of Rock Springs Church Bowling Center.

The Treehouse Cafe and Studio offers sandwiches, sides, coffee and treats with toys, coloring, painting and crafts for children and families. An art teacher is available to work with your child on crafts and painting projects you can purchase at the studio.

See our review of the TReehouse Cafe and Studio.

PurrPoseful Art Studio offers a wide array of art classes for children between the ages of 8 and 18 who have a love for animals and a passion for art! Summer Camps are also available.