The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Calendar
It’s easy to say that Kokomo is so boring when you don’t know what’s going on in town. Even our kids love telling us how dull life can get when your days all look the same. We’re here with a new weekly fun calendar, hoping to encourage you and your family to try something new and experience more of what Kokomo has to offer. Here’s something you can do with your kids every day this week! Take a look and tell them we sent you!
Monday, May 6, 2024
Nursery Rhyme Time at KHCPL Russiaville | 10-10:30 a.m.
315 Mesa Drive, Russiaville, In 46979 | (765) 883-5112
Recommended for children ages 0-5
Studies have shown that children who know eight nursery rhymes by heart by the time they are 4 years old are usually among the best readers by the time they are eight years old. The staff at KHCPL Russiaville help make learning extra fun with hands-on activities, music, and reading. You can find more about this event and check out others happening this week on the KHCPL Website.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Visit the Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park
1-5 p.m.| 4200 S. Park Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 456-7275
Fun for the Whole Family
The Kirkendall Nature Center is currently operating on their summer schedule with open hours Tuesday through Sunday. The nature center is home to many Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department (KPRD) activities including creature features throughout the summer months. If you’ve never visited the nature center, it is a great place to learn more about local wildlife species, plants and insects. In addition to the preserved and live animals, the nature center has games, books, and other hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Eat and Play at Chuck E. Cheese| 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.
1919 S. Reed Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 457-1930
Fun for the whole family
The ultimate place for a kid to be a kid is still right here in Kokomo! Chuck E. Cheese is open from 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. on Saturdays and combines the food, entertainment, fun and prizes we all remember as kids. Check out their website for special coupons to save on food and game play.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Cookies & Canvas at KHCPL Main | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
220 N. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765) 457-3242
For Youth Ages 6-13
Kids and their caregivers are welcome to join the staff at KHCPL Main as they host a night of painting and fun. This is a great time to relax, express yourself, and connect with a special young person in your life. After you’ve completed your work of art there will be special treats to share. Canvases will be provided while supplies last, available first come, first serve. Dress for a mess and have fun! For more details visit the KHCPL Website.
Friday, May 10, 2024
Ninja Warrior Nights at Kokomo Flipsters | 4:30 or 5:30 p.m.
2378 W. Boulevard, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 457-1965
For youth age 4-12
The first three Friday nights of each month (providing it's not a holiday weekend) youth are welcome to register for the American Ninja Warrior Night camps for just $15 per ninja. There will be two classes offered starting at 4:30 PM or 5:30 PM both lasting 55 minutes total. Ninjas get to train on the special ninja course located inside the Flipsters gym and practice martial arts, tumbling and more. You can register using the iClasspro App. For more details about Kokomo Flipsters and what they offer you can check out their website.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
The Little Sprouts Club at the Kokomo Farmers Market | 9 a.m.- noon
Downtown Kokomo at the corner of Mulberry and Washington streets
(765) 416-3191 | https://kokomofarmersmarket.com/
It’s May and the Kokomo Farmers Market will be open each weekend downtown> You might not normally consider the Farmers Market to be a “fun” thing for kids to do, but ours definitely is. The Kokomo Farmers market invites performers and demonstrations to be present each weekend and the Farmer’s Market Committee has a special tent with a hands-on activity for kids. The activities are a lot of fun and relative to learning about gardening, making healthy food choices, and more. That’s not even the best part though, when your child participates they will receive something special to do some shopping at the market alongside you. Be sure to follow The Kokomo Farmers Market on Facebook for last minute updates.
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Play Mini-Golf and more at City of Firsts Adventure Park | 1-8 p.m.
409 Arrow St., Kokomo, IN 46902 | 765-450-8155
Fun for the whole family
After celebrating their season opening last weekend, we are so excited to see the signs of spring and summer weather so we can play at City of Firsts Adventure Park. There’s fun and competition for the whole family whether you want to take a swing at the batting cages, score on your favorite mini-golf course, or race to the finish line on the go-karts. Before entering the park everyone must complete and sign a waiver. More information, including pricing and age or height requirements can be found on the City of Firsts Adventure Park Website. You can also follow them on Facebook to catch any last minute news or updates.
What is on your family calendar this week? Leave us a comment below or on our social media pages so we can add it to our list! Check out our Kokomo Events Calendar for even more ways for you to experience Kokomo this week.
