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10 Indoor Play Places & Activities In Gettysburg-Hanover

Don't let cold weather keep you stuck at home. Check out these fun & safe indoor options!

By Sarah Frane Editor Publisher Macaroni Kid Gettysburg-Hanover January 4, 2023

Feel the need to break out of the house? We get it! Winter weather often has us feel like we've been stuck inside forever! So we've rounded up some fun indoor options for the Gettysburg-Hanover area. 

1. York and Adams County Libraries 

 Our local libraries offer a wide variety of storytimes , programs and special events for all ages. 

 Click here to find info for your local York County Libraries 

Click here to find info for your local Adams County Libraries 


2. 1863 Escape Room

1863 Escape Room is one of the most entertaining and exciting things to do in Gettysburg!  Their Civil War-themed escape rooms offer an experience that appeals to a wide range of audiences. Located in the heart of historic downtown Gettysburg, the escape rooms are perfect for families looking for a new way to have some family fun. 


3. Under the Horizon Pottery Arts Studio 

Under The Horizon is an outreach-based pottery and art studio that uses their creative talents to serve our community and inspire creativity. They offer walk-in art activities, pottery lessons and lots of other creative fun activities! 




4. Rock Bottom Climbing LLC 

Rock Bottom Climbing is Hanover's very first rock climbing gym. From the friendly staff to their covid safety precautions Rock Bottom Climbing Gym offers a fun and safe way for all ages to enjoy some indoor climbing.


5.COB51 Art Studio

Embrace your inner artist at COB51!  Walk in anytime to paint your own ceramics, canvas paintings, mosaics, sting art, and more! For the little artist in your life COB51 also offers an amazing Kid's Art Club and Drawling classes too. 


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6. Magic Elm Skateland 

 Looking for a place where the kids can burn off all that extra energy? Look no further, Magic Elm! From open skate to fun themed nights Magic Elm has been providing affordable and family fun for all ages for over 46 years! 



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7. Ninja Logic LLC

NINJA LOGIC, LLC, Hanover’s first ninja warrior obstacle course racing venue! Ninja Logic boasts three warped walls, an interchangeable bar structure that changes weekly, a spring floor, a rock wall, a salmon ladder, a fry ladder, floating steps, rings, and so much more.  With an experienced staff, Ninja Logic will be able to assist both aspiring and experienced ninjas. 

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8.Hickory Falls 

 With over 30 video games, and ticket & prize games, Hickory Falls offers some of Central Pennsylvania's best attractions. From laser tag and mini-golf to arcade games and go-karts, there's something fun for all ages.

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9.Kickin' Axe 

Kickin' Axe is Hanover's original axe throwing experience! Kickin Axes offers a unique indoor bonding experience for tweens*., teens and parents. The facility has three areas allowing a group of 2-10 to throw axes together. 

*Please note children under age 12 are not permitted 

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10. The Curious Little Playhouse 

The Curious Little Playhouse is a hands-on indoor kid's play space and toy store where adults and kiddos can let their imagination run wild during their 2-hour play session in their HUGE playroom.