Explore Pembroke Pines
Your complete guide to indoor playgrounds, trampoline parks, bowling, arcades, movies, ice skating, and more — the best family-friendly destinations in and around Pembroke Pines.
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Our top picks for family-friendly destinations in Pembroke Pines — the places we recommend first.
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Indoor family entertainment center in West Pembroke Pines featuring arcade games, Q-Zar laser tag, virtual reality experiences, and space-themed birthday party packages for all ages.
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Bright, padded indoor playground inside Pembroke Lakes Mall with a multi-level maze, slides, ball pits, dance floor, and dedicated toddler zone for ages 1-3. All-day admission — leave for lunch and come back. Nationwide chain with clean, well-maintained play spaces.
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A massive Japanese entertainment complex inside Pembroke Lakes Mall featuring bowling, imported arcade games, claw machines, billiards, karaoke, and Spo-cha. Also has a kids play area and authentic Japanese food. Fun for all ages.
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Step into the world's first active gaming facility where you become the player. Jump, climb, dodge lasers, and solve puzzles across 10 themed game rooms. A high-energy, immersive experience perfect for group outings, date nights, birthday parties, and families.
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The ultimate indoor trampoline park with 13 attractions: Mega Launch Slide, Basketball Air Court, Ninja Warrior Course, Ultimate Dodgeball, Zip Line, and more. A high-energy active play experience for all ages with dedicated Little Leapers sessions for toddlers.
Visit Website →Safe, age-appropriate play spaces, splash pads, and parks designed with the littlest family members in mind — ages 0–5.
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An indoor playground designed exclusively for children ages 0–6, featuring soft play areas, ball pits, crawl tunnels, and interactive displays in a clean, safe environment. Includes a dedicated infant area and birthday party packages.
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C.B. Smith Park features a water playground with splash pads and slides, shaded picnic areas, playground equipment, and wide-open green spaces — perfect for toddlers to run, splash, and explore. The park's Paradise Cove water park (seasonal) adds waterslides and a lazy river for all-ages family fun.
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The City of Pembroke Pines operates neighborhood pools and splash features, plus the Pines Recreation Center with year-round youth programs. During summer months, families flock to city pools for affordable swimming, water play areas, and swim lessons. The recreation center hosts drop-in toddler play groups, art classes, and seasonal camps.
View Programs & Pools →Looking for the perfect place to celebrate? These Pembroke Pines venues offer birthday party packages for all ages.
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South Florida's premier ice skating facility with public skating sessions, figure skating lessons, hockey leagues, and birthday party packages. A cool escape from the Florida heat — and one of the few ice rinks in Broward County.
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Classic family fun center with arcade games, pizza, and the iconic Chuck E. Cheese live show. Freshly remodeled with new games, birthday party packages, and monthly memberships for unlimited visits.
Visit Website →When the Florida weather doesn't cooperate, these indoor spots keep the whole family entertained.
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Modern 9-screen movie theater at Pembroke Lakes Mall with reclining seats, laser projection, Coca-Cola Freestyle machines, and mobile food ordering. Great for family movie nights with all the latest releases.
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Kids become mad scientists in this hands-on slime-making lab — create custom slimes, play in a sensory slime pool, and take home two finished creations.
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Classic 32-lane bowling alley with arcade games, billiards, a sports bar, and an on-site pro shop. Family-friendly atmosphere with bumper bowling for kids, online lane reservations, and seasonal specials — a Pembroke Pines staple for leagues and casual fun alike.
Visit Website →Budget-friendly family activities that don't cost a thing — library storytimes, splash pads, playgrounds, and more.
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Part of the Broward County Library system, this modern community hub offers storytimes, children's programs, free Wi-Fi, study rooms, and a large collection of books and media. A great free family resource.
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The City of Pembroke Pines hosts free family-friendly events throughout the year — outdoor concerts by the South Florida Symphony Orchestra, seasonal festivals, holiday celebrations, and summer movie nights at the Charles F. Dodge City Center. Check the city calendar for upcoming dates and times. Most events are free and open to the public.
View Events Calendar →These attractions are outside Pembroke Pines but well worth the trip — all within a 25–35 minute drive. Each is clearly marked with its city so you can plan your outing.
📍 Fort Lauderdale
Florida's largest indoor entertainment venue at over 200,000 square feet: gas-powered go-kart racing, bowling, roller skating, ropes course, laser tag, escape rooms, VR games, trampoline park, mini golf, arcade, and more — all under one roof in Fort Lauderdale.
Visit Website →📍 Plantation
An interactive art museum for children and all ages inside Broward Mall in Plantation. Features immersive art exhibitions, workshops, summer camps, and birthday parties. A creative, hands-on museum experience designed to spark imagination — just a 20-minute drive from Pembroke Pines.
Visit Website →📍 Coconut Creek
A tropical paradise in Coconut Creek where 20,000 exotic butterflies fly free inside massive screened aviaries. Features butterfly gardens, hummingbird exhibits, a bug zoo, botanical gardens, and a working butterfly farm. A truly magical experience for children and nature lovers — about 35 minutes from Pembroke Pines.
Visit Website →📍 Davie
A 60-acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie featuring Florida's native wildlife, including flamingos, panthers, otters, and alligators. Includes a narrated tram tour, Wray Home Museum, and 3,000+ species of tropical plants. A beautiful outdoor family adventure just 25 minutes from Pembroke Pines.
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A multi-activity entertainment complex where bowling, arcade games, billiards, karaoke, and Spo-cha all under one roof — the ultimate group date night out.
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Horseback riding experiences including trail rides, pony rides, lessons, camps, and parties on 25 acres with Preserve access.
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