Rainy Day Picks
Indoor fun whatever the weather
863 venues in Fairfield County, CT
When the forecast ruins your outdoor plans, these are the places you want in your back pocket. Museums that will hold a five-year-old's attention for three hours. Bowling alleys with bumpers and no judgment. Indoor play spaces big enough that the kids genuinely tire out. Every venue here is easy to get in and out of — no reservations required, no overwhelming crowds on a Tuesday morning.















bartaco Westport
Waterfront tacos, coloring books & a kids menu


















Bowlero Norwalk
38 lanes, arcade games & weekend family fun









Chelsea Piers Connecticut
World-class sports complex with ice, pools & a climbing wall



Colony Grill
Legendary thin-crust pizza in a classic CT tavern






EverWonder Children's Museum
Hands-on STEAM discovery in a cozy, intimate setting









Greenwich Bowling Center
Classic lanes — bumpers available for little ones









Jumpz Trampoline Sports
Ninja courses, zipline & a dedicated Jumpz Junior zone






Little Pub Fairfield
Cozy neighborhood pub with a proper kids menu






Meli-Melo Crêperie
Authentic French crêpes, ice cream & fresh juices






New Canaan Nature Center
40 acres of gardens, live raptors & nature discovery



Nutmeg Bowl
Fairfield's #1 bowling center with a kids' play area












Rockin' Jump Trumbull
Ultimate trampoline park — jump, slam & dodge in Trumbull






Shake Shack Westport
Juicy burgers, crinkle fries & hand-spun milkshakes
SHU Discovery Science Center & Planetarium
Hands-on STEAM fun with a real planetarium show
Sky Zone Norwalk
Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits & sky slam courts






Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Hands-on learning for young explorers









Terrain Garden Café
Garden-inspired café in a stunning greenhouse setting









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Indoor fun whatever the weather
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Gentle spots for the littlest grandkids
Easy on Grandparents
Walk-in, accessible, no-stress outings
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Fresh air, sunshine, and open space
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Ice cream and desserts they'll talk about
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Accessible venues from parking lot to entrance

















