NOLA Kidsground
Family of 4
Entry for children typically $10-14; adults often free or nominal.
Duration
1.5-2.5 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 0-7
About
NOLA Kidsground fills a genuine gap in the New Orleans family activity market — a dedicated soft-play indoor space designed from the ground up for toddlers and young children under 7. While the city has trampoline parks and entertainment centers, this spot serves the set of parents who have a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old and need somewhere both can safely play together without the older kid's activities being dangerous for the younger one.
The padded play environment lets new walkers and toddlers explore, climb, and tumble without the hard-surface injury risk of typical playgrounds. The play kitchen and imaginative play areas give kids a different kind of stimulation than pure physical play, which matters for longer visits. Parents report that toddlers are genuinely tired — good-tired — after 90 minutes here, which is exactly what you want from an indoor play venue.
The coffee setup for parents is a small but meaningful detail. Being able to sit with a decent cup of coffee while your toddler plays safely makes a 2-hour visit manageable in a way that hovering at a regular playground doesn't. It signals that the venue understands the full experience — this is for parents and kids together, not just somewhere to drop kids off.
The venue is located in the Harahan area west of New Orleans, about 20 minutes from the French Quarter. For visiting families staying in that corridor or in the western suburbs, it's a logical choice. The Google rating of 4.3 with reviews noting it as a go-to for local families speaks to consistent quality.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings when it's least crowded
Wait Times
Minimal — soft play areas don't have formal lines
Nearby Food
NOLA Kidsground has an on-site café with coffee and snacks for parents and kids. Additional dining along Citrus Blvd and the surrounding Harahan commercial area.
Why Kids Love It
NOLA Kidsground offers a soft-play environment where toddlers can run, climb, slide, and tumble in a fully padded space without the fear of hard falls — infants and new walkers feel the magic of safe exploration here. The child-sized café setup with play kitchen equipment lets imaginative toddlers 'cook' and 'serve' each other in a way that mirrors the real world. Parents often note their toddlers are genuinely exhausted and ready for nap time after just 90 minutes here, which is the highest endorsement for energy-burning effectiveness.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Primarily designed for under 7 — perfect for families with only young children
- Has a coffee setup for parents — a thoughtful touch that makes it easier to linger
- Located in the Harahan/River Ridge area west of New Orleans
- Party packages available — one of the more distinctive birthday party venues for toddlers in the metro area
- Check current hours on nolakidsground.com as hours vary by season
What to Bring
- Socks for kids (required on play equipment)
- Water and snacks or let kids try the café offerings
- Change of clothes for active toddlers
Cost Info
Admission Prices
- Child
- $25
Tips to Save
- Membership is available and pays off quickly for local families who visit multiple times per month.
- Weekday play passes may be slightly cheaper than weekend.
- Check nolakidsground.
- com for current pricing.