Want to get out of your house this summer but don’t want to be out in the heat? Not to worry, there are plenty of activities you can do in Phoenix that include ice-cold air conditioning!
Indoor Rock Climbing
You can still enjoy some adventure indoors at an indoor rock climbing facility. The Valley has many to offer including AZ on the Rocks in Scottsdale, Phoenix Rock Gym and Climbmax in Tempe, Focus Climbing Center in Mesa, or Ape Index in Peoria. All these places offer challenging climbing and bouldering areas for all age and difficulty levels. It’s a great way to satisfy your quest for adventure without fighting the heat.
Topgolf
Topgolf is the premier golf entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout spot. You can challenge your friends and family to point-scoring golf games for all ages and skill levels. Think of a 215-yard outfield with dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center you get and the farther out you hit your micro chipped balls, the more points you receive. Topgolf offers an extensive food and beverage menu that is sure to have something for everyone. They have locations in Scottsdale and Gilbert!
Ice Rinks
If you’re really looking to cool down, strap on your skates and check out a local ice skating rink! The Ice Den Scottsdale is home to three rinks, a Mountainside Fitness training center, an Over Easy breakfast diner and 18 Degrees, a neighborhood grill. Ice Den Chandler has two rinks with 18 Degrees grill as well. AZ Ice has locations in Arcadia, Gilbert and Peoria, which also offer public skate, figure skating and hockey lessons and have food options at various locations!
Go-Karts
For the people who have a need for speed, check out one of the valleys go-kart facilities. K1 Speed, located in Phoenix, has electric karts that can reach 45 mph and offer great packages for all types of special events. Also in Phoenix is Phoenix Indoor Karting that has black light karting, an arcade and restaurant. Octane Raceway has mini golfing, an arcade, restaurant and bar, and a course that winds indoors and outdoors with speeds up to 45 mph.
Bowling
Bowling is always a classic go-to if you’re looking for less expensive family fun indoors. There are a lot of great bowling alleys in the valley that also offer restaurants, arcade games, bars, and more. Dave & Busters offers many different indoor activities for kids of all ages as well as Uptown Alley or FlipSide.
