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~INDOOR ADVENTURES~
Big E Bounce
CARY
The BigE stands for the fact that we offer free E rated electronic entertainment on over a dozen game systems while you bounce on giant inflatables.
BounceU
APEX
At BounceU of Apex, we specialize in perfect party ideas. With our amazing inflatable structures, unbeatable customer service, and clean, climate-controlled environment, all you really have to do is show up and take pictures. Throwing a private party here couldn't be easier - just give us a call, choose one of our popular packages, and let us take care of the food, the cleanup, and everything else.
Buffaloe Lanes
CARY
Our Family Friendly Bowling Facilities are Smoke-Free and Alcohol-Free for everyone to Enjoy! With More Than 30 Years in the Entertainment Business, the Buffaloe Family has the experience along with a family friendly staff that is here for your Enjoyment!
Hopper's House
APEX
Hopper's House offers the right mix of activities for your children 10 and under. They can let go of their extra energy in the bou xc mnce house, by shooting a few hoops, or just by climbing the rock wall. Whether you need to drop your child off for half a day child care or you need a track-out program, Hopper's House can do it and so much more!
Jump!Zone
CARY
Jump!Zone is an Indoor Party and Play Center featuring large inflatables, interactive games, toddler activities, and more. Our family of play centers provide parents a great entertainment facility at a fair price without hassles. You will be delighted to use everything in our facility just like it was your own.
Monkey Joe's
CARY
Our parties are full of bouncing, sliding, and jumping fun for kids 12 years-old and younger. You can sit back, relax and enjoy the party while we do all the set-up and clean-up. We offer a variety of party packages.
Paint Your Pot
CARY
Come hang out with friends, or spend some time with the family. Celebrate a birthday party in our semi-private party room. Also perfect for a parent's night out, bridal showers, corporate events, field trips, and other special occasions.
Playnation
MORRISVILLE
Large,indoor playground with swing sets,tube slides,wave slides,tire swings,tree houses,punching bags,and rock walls. Moon bounce and inflatable slide on site. Parents lounge with flat screen TV's and Wii.
RUaGamer
CARY
We offer the opportunity to play video games, either alone or with a group of friends, in a comfortable atmosphere with high-end, state-of-the-art components. If you've never played your favorite games with others in the same room you are missing out on a huge part of the gaming experience. Come try it out!
~OUTDOOR FUN~
For a List of outdoor parks and playgrounds in the Cary/Apex area, click here
Crowder District Park
APEX
A sand volleyball court,paved trails,picnic shelters and three playgrounds at this 33-acre park. Check the park schedule for a hands-on interpretive environmental programs for all ages.
Fred G. Bond Metro Park
CARY
At 310 acres,Bond is one of the largest municipal parks in the area. Along with picnic shelters,sand volleyball courts and ball fields, it offers exercise trails,a lake with seasonal boat rentals, the Sertoma Amphitheatre,a compost education center and even a ropes course. The Lazy Daze Playground features swings,slides,teeter-totters,sand areas,mini-bulldozers and more.
Jordan Lake State Recreational Area
APEX
14,000 acres of water and nine recreation areas. Boating,camping,hiking,bald eagle watching,fishing,swimming and picnic areas.
Kids Together Playground at Maria Dorrel Park
CARY
Accesible to children with special needs,the park has something for most abilities,including a big climbing dragon,other climbing equipment,regular swings,toddler swings,monkey bars,a sandy area,picnic tables,restrooms,a basketball area and a multipurpose slab. Picnic shelter available for rental.
KidsTowne at Kelly Road Park
APEX
One side of KidsTowne is suitable for ages 2-5,the other for ages 5-12. This castle-themed playground features a big wooden fortress. Other amenities include toddler swings and smaller climbing structure for little kids,regular swings,monkey bars,benches,sand area,picnic tables,a baseball field,tennis courts and picnic shelter.
Lake Crabtree County Park
MORRISVILLE
A 215 acre site adjacent to Lake Crabtree. Features fishing,boating,hiking,picnicking,mountain biking and nature study.
Nature at Hemlock Bluffs
CARY
Come visit us at the Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs to enjoy time outside and nature programs for all. As always it is also a nice treat to visit the exhibit hall and gift shop, open from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1-7 p.m. Sundays. Please give us a call at (919) 387-5980 or email [email protected] with any questions. We hope to see you and yours soon and often.
RDU Observation Park
MORRISVILLE
Plane enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy the views from Observation Park, which overlooks RDU's longest runway. The park is located near the Air Traffic Control Tower and Park and Ride 2. Direct communication from the control tower to pilots can be heard from the elevated lookout area. A playground and picnic tables are nearby.
Robert V. Goldbold Park
CARY
Toddler and big-kid swings,monkey bars,climbing equipment,a rocking see-saw and a sandy area. Other amenities include a lighted skate park,two lighted basketball courts,six tennis courts,picnic areas and restrooms. Access to the 3.5 mile paved Black Creek Greenway is across Maynard Road from the park.
Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve
CARY
Families can hike trails that follow the creek,explore the bottomland and climb the bluffs.
~FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS~
Anna's Pizzeria
APEX
Located in historic downtown Apex, Anna's Pizzeria is a busy, family-friendly restaurant serving up authentic New York style pizzas and Italian dishes.
Sparks Wings & Ribs
APEX
We have it all! Great food, and good times! A variety of hickory smoked meats including pulled pork bbq, Teas style beef brisket,baby back ribs, and even chicken wings! Come on down to Apex's neighborhood smokehouse and enjoy family style fun with great food and atmosphere. We can't wait to see you!