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Activities

Enjoy 6,200 square feet of Sports and Science of Sport brilliance in this state-of-the-art indoor experience, designed for kids ages 2-13. Click below to view our list of available activities!  

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View of many activities inside the Zone interior play space

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World-class, sports-driven exhibits rooted in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, art, and math, will inspire kids to move, compete, and think critically. Through play that blends athletics with innovation, children will build teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills essential for success in the 21st century.

View of the Reaction Time activity at TheZone

Reaction Time

This interactive challenges kids to test their reaction time, focus, and processing skills.

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Reaction Time
Interior View of the Prime Time Climb activity at the Zone

Prime-Time Climb

Part jungle gym, part obstacle course, this two-level, sports-themed structure will challenge kids to think while they play.

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Prime-Time Climb
View of the Pop-A-Shot activity and surrounding activities at theZone

Pop-A-Shot

The NBA All-Star 3-Point contest is a highlight of the All-Star weekend, showcasing the top shooters in the league.

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Pop-A-Shot
View of the Oversized Hoop activity and surrounding activities at theZone

Oversized Hoop

This exhibit is a SLAM DUNK. At Oversized Hoop, visitors can enjoy a simple shoot-around with friends or heat things up with a dunk contest.

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Oversized Hoop
Interior view of the Locker Room activity at theZone

Locker Room

Inside guests will learn all about nutrition, hydration, the and the history of sports.

AGES:
  • ALL
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Locker Room
View of the Jumbotron and surrounding activities at theZone

Jumbotron

A four-sided replay scoreboard suspended overhead will give kids the chance to relive their achievements.

AGES:
  • ALL
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Jumbotron
Inventathon activity at the Zone

Invent-A-Thon

Usually, the first step in playing a sport is learning the rules — but here, the first step is creating them.

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Invent-A-Thon
View of the bleacher seating area at theZone

Bleachers

Cozy up in one of our 50 bleacher seats that overlook our Open Play area.

AGES:
  • ALL
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Bleachers
View of the Ball Buddies activity at the Zone

Ball Buddies

Keep the memories going at Ball Buddies by creating your very own highlight reel!

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Ball Buddies
View of the Tunnel experience inside the Zone

Tunnel Experience

Customize the LED lighting combination of your choosing and run out of the tunnel while having your name announced… just like the BIG leagues!

AGES:
  • ALL
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Tunnel Experience
View of the Toddler Bullpen at the Zone

Toddler Bullpen

Designed for our youngest visitors ages 1–5, this baseball dugout-themed area provides a safe space for little ones to play and explore.

AGES:
  • 2-4
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Toddler Bullpen
View of the Broad Jump activity at TheZone

Broad Jump

Step right up and see how far you can fly! In the Broad Jump activity, guests get to test their jumping skills. 

AGES:
  • ALL
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Broad Jump
View of the Vertical Leap activity at TheZone

Vertical Leap

Ready to reach new heights? Vertical Leap is an exciting, hands-on activity where kids put their jumping skills to the test.

AGES:
  • ALL
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Vertical Leap
View of the Great Race activity at theZone

The Great Race

Three, two, one… go! Sprint down this 30-foot, two-lane track in a race against the clock.

AGES:
  • ALL
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The Great Race
View of the Scale the Wall activity at the Zone

Scale the Wall

At Scale the Wall, kids can put their adventurous side to the test!

AGES:
  • 4–13
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Scale the Wall
View of the Video Wall activity at TheZone

Video Wall

Begin your experience at the Video Wall, located in our Lobby.

AGES:
  • ALL
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Video Wall
View of the Hang-Time activity at TheZone

Hang-Time

Put your basketball and soccer skills to the test at Hang-Time!

AGES:
  • ALL
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Hang-Time
View of the Kid Power activity at TheZone

Kid Power

Kid Power is an interactive adventure where YOU supply the energy!

AGES:
  • ALL
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Kid Power
View of the Wingspan activity at TheZone

Wingspan

Stretch out and see how you measure up!

AGES:
  • ALL
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Wingspan
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Give The Assist

Let your business be represented at one or more of our many interactive exhibits, sanitary stations, bleacher seats, or locker cubbies.  

By donating, you can help TheZone with:

The Gift of Play – Your donation will go directly towards the admission of a local child(ren).

Operations – We strive to always be on the cutting edge of sports, education, and technology. Your gift will allow us to effectively provide Equipment Maintenance, Tech Support, and Exhibit Upgrades.

Sponsorship – Let your business or company represent one of our many interactive exhibits, sanitary stations, bleacher seats, or locker cubbies.

View looking out of the Prime time climb activity into the main play area of the Zone

Visitor Information

Visit a highly interactive, activity-based children’s play space devoted to the history and exploration of sports and movement.