Soaking up the Summertime with Family Fun!
Start your summer with an explosion of fun! There’s no need to leave South Dakota this summer for your dose of family fun. Explore Aberdeen and discover the endless entertainment options that this city has to offer.
Summer is here, so start creating plans to make this summer one your family will never forget. Begin your quest for family fun activities by searching for ‘summertime family fun near me’. When you do this, you will most likely find yourself bombarded with advertisements. Therefore, it might be hard to decipher between activities that are not local to Aberdeen. If you are looking for inspiration for summertime activities in South Dakota, you have come to the right place. At Allevity we are experts in family fun so let us guide you in your pursuit of planning summertime fun.
There are two types of people in the summer: those who soak up the sun and those who seek shelter to stay cool. Luckily for you we compiled several indoor and outdoor activities that are perfect for your family to enjoy this summer.
Arcade Games and Virtual Reality Thrills
Indoor entertainment centers are perfect options for your family when you need a break from the warm summer weather. Enjoy refreshing air conditioning and visit Allevity’s arcade to play a variety of awesome games. For example, enjoy old-school classics like air hockey or Skee-Ball. Or choose to play the latest video, merchandise, and redemption games to earn tickets and win cool prizes.
Pro tip: to maximize your family fun we recommend trying our virtual reality games that are featured in our arcade. For instance, escape into the wacky world of crazy rabbits on the Virtual Rabbids[M1] The Big Ride. Experience this virtual reality ride for your chance to be transported into the wild world of Rabbids and board a rollercoaster to embark on epic adventures.
Mini Bowling, Bumper Cars, and Laser Tag Battles
Strike up family fun with mini bowling. Your family is sure to love this twist on the beloved game of bowling. Pick up a miniature bowling ball and enjoy Allevity’s mini bowling lanes that are complete with lights and automated bumpers. Next, escape the summer heat and feel the breeze as you whirl around in our Spin Zone bumper cars. Take a spin and enjoy this summertime activity for thrilling memories to share with your family.
Another great indoor family activity to add to your summer checklist is laser tag. Shade the sun by venturing into total darkness as your family competes in a laser tag battle. Weave through a maze of walls and obstacles in Allevity’s laser tag arena that features 3,000 square feet of non-stop fun.
Ballocity Playground Fun and Interactive Climbing Wall
Forget the dirt and bugs and step into the wonderful world of indoor playgrounds. The next summertime activity that is a great option for family fun is our Ballocity Children’s Playground. This indoor playground features multi-level platforms with exciting activities spread throughout the attraction. For example, your child can blast soft foam balls from cannons that are in this play area. Let your little ones frolic as this attraction is for children ages 3 through 12 years old.
In addition, you can reach new heights this summer with Allevity’s interactive climbing wall. Gather your family to practice the art of climbing or race against each other to crown a family climbing champion. Our climbing wall offers various heights of climbing fun, so it is perfect for guests of all ages and skill levels. Plus, visit us to be one of the first players to compete in our newest Climball game. Experience the ultimate fusion of pinball, air hockey, and climbing with Climball Legends, the sequel to the viral hit Climball.
Wylie Park
Things are heating up this summer and so is the fun. If you still find yourself searching online for ‘summertime family fun near me’ we have great outdoor activities for your family to experience. Visit Wylie Park in Aberdeen, South Dakota for acres of amazing family fun! Wylie Park is 200 acres of beautiful land that features miles of trails, a picturesque lake, recreational facilities, a zoo, and two amusement parks. Take your family on a trip down the yellow brick road at Storybook Land located in Wylie Park. At this magical park you will experience scenery straight out of a story book because this park is inspired by The Wizard of Oz and beloved nursery rhymes.
Additionally, at Wylie Park we have another perfect outdoor activity that your family will love. Bring your family to Thunder Road to soak up the summer sun and enjoy thrilling attractions. For example, you can satisfy your need for speed by hopping into go-karts and racing around a track that is a fifth of a mile long. Also, at Thunder Road your family can enjoy the fresh summer air by competing in a round of mini golf or you all can soar to new heights on the Euro Bungy trampoline. In addition, Thunder Road has multiple attractions to escape the heat if your family gets too hot from the summer’s scorching sun. For instance, you can step into darkness and weave through a labyrinth of lasers and obstacles in Lazer Maze and Beam Buster laser challenges. Furthermore, to cool off at Thunder Road your family can set sail on Bumper Boats and splash around spraying each other with water shooters.
No matter if you want the sweet relief of air conditioning or to bask in the summer sunshine, there is something for your whole family to enjoy this summer. Aberdeen is packed with entertaining summertime activities so start planning your summer fun today. Allevity is happy to help in your pursuit of family fun this summer. When you plan your next family trip to Allevity visit our website to view our operating hours and current specials. We can’t wait to see your family and create lifelong memories!