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Indoor playgrounds in Staten Island

Staten Island is New York's most suburban borough, and its indoor play scene matches — bigger floors, easier parking, and birthday-party culture that rivals New Jersey's across the bridge. The borough supports a surprising density of venues for its size, from trampoline parks to classic toddler-friendly playgrounds, and for many families here the weekend question isn't whether to hit one, it's which one has the party that afternoon. Ferry-adjacent it is not: this is a drive-and-park borough, so the usual NYC transit caveats don't apply. Winter weekends book solid; weekday mornings are wide open.

18 play venues in the directory · 16 host birthday parties · updated 2026

The essential stops

Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore)

4.9 ★★★★★ 626 reviews

2965 Veterans Rd W #2A, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties Toddler-friendly Sensory-friendly ~$30 admission spotless & cleangreat for toddlersbirthday party favorite

Indoor center offering various activities and playground equipment for kids, plus arcades and ball pits.

Fun Station USA

4 ★★★★☆ 682 reviews

3555 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties ~$38 admission spotless & cleanbirthday party favoritearcade & games

Indoor kiddie fun park has arcade, toddler & kid rides, bumper cars, batting cage, laser tag & more.

Just Kidding Playground (Forest Ave)

4.8 ★★★★★ 352 reviews

1267 Forest Ave 2nd floor (205-210, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties Toddler-friendly Sensory-friendly ~$30 admission spotless & cleangreat for toddlersbirthday party favorite

Children's indoor playground with cutting-edge play equipment.

BoomKidz

4.4 ★★★★☆ 299 reviews

4878 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties Toddler-friendly Sensory-friendly spotless & cleangreat for toddlersbirthday party favorite

Children's party service with stimulating activities and open-play hours.

Wild Child Play Space

4.9 ★★★★★ 243 reviews

638 Sharrotts Rd, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties Toddler-friendly spotless & cleangreat for toddlersbirthday party favorite

Colorful place for birthday parties and events. Highlights include soft play areas, a cafe and a jungle gym.

Kiddo X Wonderland

4.9 ★★★★★ 218 reviews

639 Veterans Rd W Ste D, Staten Island, NY

Hosts birthday parties Toddler-friendly ~$8 admission spotless & cleangreat for toddlersbirthday party favorite

Birthday parties in Staten Island

These venues host birthday parties: Fun Station USA, Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore), Just Kidding Playground (Forest Ave), BoomKidz, Wild Child Play Space, Kiddo X Wonderland. Read our party-planning guide before you book — and ask about grip socks for guests.

Best for toddlers in Staten Island

Parents of little ones (0–3) rate these highest for gated toddler areas and soft play: Just Kidding Playground - Universe (South Shore), Just Kidding Playground (Forest Ave), BoomKidz, Wild Child Play Space, Kiddo X Wonderland, Urban Zone Trampoline & Adventure Park. Our toddler guide covers the best times to go and what to check at the door.

What local parents say

Great place for kids. There is a jungle gym, bumping cars, and 3 other kiddies rides. 2 hour band is $25. Buy one and get second for half price. Laser tag, batting cages and arcade games are extra. Was lots of fun! The whole family really enjoyed this place.

We absolutely love Just kidding!! It’s the perfect place for kids to run, climb, and explore in a safe and fun environment. The play structures are well-designed, offering plenty of slides, tunnels, and obstacle courses that keep children entertained for hours.

It is the perfect place for the kiddos to have a good and fun time. $25 for 2 hours is totally worth it. They have a ball pit with slides, trampoline, pretend play area, a supermarket with fake vegetables and chicken, and they have also costumes the kids can wear while playing.

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