Keep the kids entertained over winter break with these fun activities around Bucks County
The kids are home from school and much of the holiday rush is behind you.
But how will you make the most of this extra time?
Fortunately, there a plenty of fun things to do and places to visit to share some laughs, expend a little energy and simply enjoy being together as a family.
Here are some ideas around Bucks County and the surrounding area to fill your calendar over the winter break:
Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown
The zoo continues to host Wild Lights attraction through Dec. 30. This walk-through experience, features dazzling light displays, illuminated animals and live entertainment.
Go: 1661 Harding Blvd. in Norristown; 800-652-4143; elmwoodparkzoo.org/wildlights
Lehigh Valley Zoo, Schnecksville
Winter Light Spectacular runs through Dec. 31, featuring over 1.2 million twinkling lights, holiday displays, photo opportunities, multiple fire pits, seasonal treats like hot chocolate and s’mores, live performances every night by popular princesses Anna, Elsa, Belle and Cinderella and photos with Santa.
Go: 5150 Game Preserve Road in Schnecksville; 610-799-4171; lvzoo.org/wls
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Main Swing Golf, Doylestown
This indoor golf lounge, which opened this month, is designed for all ages and skill levels. Play a round of golf, practice a specific skill, compete in a tournament or enjoy a mix of fun games with friends and family.
Go: 22 S. Main St., Doylestown; mainswinggolf.com
Bucks County Children’s Museum, New Hope
Designed for children 12 months to 7 years old, the museum features education-based interactive exhibits, where kids can learn through imaginative play, including building a racetrack, digging for fossils, working in a general store and more. For those with special needs, Sensory Backpacks are available for check-out at the ticket booth.
Go: 500 Union Square Dr. in New Hope; 215-693-1290; buckskids.org
Da Vinci Science Center, Allentown
Designed for families with children ages 12 and under, the Da Vinci Science Center is full of engaging hands-on exhibits and programs centered around science, technology, engineering and mathematics to help kids learn through interactive play.
Go: 3145 Hamilton Blvd. Bypass in Allentown; 484-664-1002; davincisciencecenter.org
All In Adventures Escape Rooms, Bensalem
Work as a team to search for clues and solve puzzles, all in a quest to get out before time runs out. All In Adventures has nine different escape rooms to choose from, with varying themes and difficulty levels to appeal to every age and skill.
Go: 707 Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem; 267-227-1101; mysteryroom.com/locations/bensalem-pa
4 Season Alpine, Doylestown
Bucks County’s first indoor ski and snowboard school features a virtual snow sports simulator for new and experienced skiers, providing people of all ages and experience levels the chance to feel and see what it’s like to race down slalom courses all over the world — minus the snow.
Go: 4SeasonAlpine is located at 641 N. Main St. Suite D in Doylestown; 4seasonalpine.com
Imagi Nation, Allentown
Through realistic, interactive role play, children can experience over 40 different careers all while developing critical social skills throughout various play areas, including a market, salon, health center, diner, pit lane, police and fire station, post office and construction zone.
Go: 3313 Hamilton Blvd. in Allentown; 610-841-5919; imaginationexp.com
The Gravity Forge Gymnastics and Ninja Warrior Training Center, Hatboro
Bring out your inner ninja by visiting the training center during open gym, where you can try obstacles designed to test your abilities. Adults and kids, age 6 and up, can participate in open gym which takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays. Sneakers are required.
Go: 2920 Turnpike Dr. in Hatboro; 215-938-0900; thegravityforge.com
Giggleberry Fair, Lahaska
This family fun center at Peddler’s Village includes Giggle Discover, an imaginative play area for toddlers and preschoolers; Giggleberry Mountain, a large three-story, six-level obstacle course for kids 12 and under; a game room; and a beautifully restored 1922 carousel. Family-friendly foods are available at the on-site eatery, The Painted Pony Café.
Go: Peddler’s Village, 167 Carousel Lane in Lahaska; 215-794-4047; giggleberryfair.com
Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theater, Orefield
Catch a movie under the stars at Shankweiler’s, the oldest drive-in theater still in operation. Open Thursday through Sunday, they will be showing the Polar Express and It’s a Wonderful Life through Dec. 24; Batman Forever and Lethal Weapon Dec. 28–30; and on New Year’s Eve, A Happy Keanu-Year a showing of The Matrix and Johnny Mnemonic.
Go: 4540 Shankweiler Road in Orefield; 610-481-0800; shankweilers.com
Mr. B’s PlayZone, Souderton
The two-story indoor playground, designed for children up to 54 inches tall, features colorful tubes and slides. Socks are required. There are also plenty of tables to enjoy lunch when your kids are ready for a break. Outside food may be brought in and vending options are available.
Go: Calvary Church, 820 Souderton Road in Souderton; 215-723-0963; calvary-church.com/mrbs
Doylestown Rock Gym, Doylestown
From beginners to advanced rock climbers of all ages and abilities, this gym offers over 12,000 square feet of indoor rock climbing surfaces, including overhangs, boulders, aretes, chimneys, caves, cracks and lead walls.
Go: 3853 Old Easton Road in Doylestown; 215-230-9085; doylestownrockgym.com
Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Chalfont
Enjoy a variety of attractions at this indoor trampoline park. Test your dunking skills, jump into a giant foam pit, climb the rock wall or safely explore the toddler zone — there is something for all ages. Refreshments are available for purchase at the café.
Go: 145 Liberty Lane in Chalfont; 215-642-8777; skyzone.com/chalfont
Frenchtown Roller Rink, Frenchtown
Roll your way over to this indoor rink open where they offer public skate sessions five days a week with music, lights and décor that transport you back to your own childhood.
Go: 2998 Daniel Bray Highway in Frenchtown; 908-996-6313; frenchtownrollerrink.com
Penn’s Little Village at the Langhorne Library, Langhorne
Penn's Little Village is a space where toddlers and preschoolers can explore miniature versions of a camper, a service station, a market, a library, a firehouse, and a school. The baby garden is open to infants and children who are not yet walking.
Go: 301 S. Pine St. in Langhorne; 215-757-2510; buckslib.org/penns-little-village
Career Corner at the Yardley-Makefield Library, Yardley
Toddlers and preschoolers can role play different careers by exploring miniature versions of a family diner, pet salon and construction site.
Go: 1080 Edgewood Rd. in Yardley; 215-493-9020; buckslib.org/penns-little-village
The Game is Afoot Arcade, Warrington
The Game is Afoot is a retro '80s arcade with enough classic arcade games and pinball machines to keep you occupied for a couple hours. No quarters, tokens or card swiping; simply pre-pay for the amount of time you’d like, and the games are unlimited.
Go: 114 Easton Road in Warrington; 267-400-5984; thegameisafootarcade.com
This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Fun things to do with your kids in Bucks County over winter break
