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Fun FREE Indoor Playgrounds in Winnipeg

By Carmen Kaethler, Macaroni Kid Winnipeg November 18, 2018

Looking for free indoor play areas in Winnipeg? 

Lots of times we want to get our kids out of the house but the weather isn't agreeing with us to take a walk or go to the park, so we've compiled a list of FREE (or with the cost of a coffee) indoor places you can take you kids in Winnipeg to wear of some pent up energy. Don't forget socks! We will update this list often so bookmark it and check back for updates. Don't forget to check our calendar for other fun events and activities HERE.

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Indoor Play Areas in Winnipeg

Don't forget SOCKS!!
1. Burger King has a few locations in the city that also have play areas with climbers and slides while you grab a cup of coffee. Parental and caregiver supervision is required  Locations that I'm aware of are:
  • 1640 Main St, Winnipeg MB R2V 1Y4
  • 1033 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg MB R3E 0N4
  • 3659 Portage Ave, Winnipeg MB R3K 2G6
2. Ikea has their Smaland which in accessible  for FREE to 'potty trained' children between the heights of 37" & 54" that you can drop off while you shop (up to 60 minutes), as well as activity areas throughout the store and in their cafeteria.
3. CLOSED PERMANENTLY Kildonan Place's Camp KP - Children's Play Area has multiple soft structure play park for children 42" and under to climber, jump and play. Parental and caregiver supervision is required 
4. McDonald's Playplace Locations around Winnipeg let kids climb, slide and play while you grab a cup of coffee. Parental and caregiver supervision is required
5. Scout: Coffee + Tea has a play area set up with a camper tent, chalkboard walls and toys for children to play while you enjoy a coffee. Parental and caregiver supervision is required
6. Closed temporarily/under renovations- St. Vital Centre's Children's Play Area has multiple soft structure play park for children 42" and under to climber, jump and play. Parental and caregiver supervision is required (play area closes from 2:30-3pm)


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