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. Take a look and tell them we sent you!
Monday, Oct. 16, 2023
Wrangler & Friends Fall Break Camp
Monday Oct. 16- Friday Oct 20 | AM, PM, or All Day Sessions
Register HEREWrangler is a local legend and kids love having fun with him and his friends on the farm. Opportunities like Fall Break Camp this week allow kids to experience animal care and education as well as horseback riding and homesteading activities right here in Kokomo. The camp requires registration and signed waivers so check out their website for further details. You can register your kids for one session or a whole week depending on availability. If you can’t make it to fall break camp, follow Wrangler and Friends on Facebook to see when you can meet him and his friends next.
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023
Autumn Escapades at KHCPL
If you’re having a staycation with your family this week for October Break, Kokomo Howard County Public Library is hosting Autumn Escapades everyday, ALL WEEK LONG! On Tuesday there will be an event at all three library locations.
Dress up Dance Party at KHCPL Main from noon to 1 p.m.for ages 3-11
Big Games at KHCPL Russiaville from 2 to 4 p.m. for all ages
Craftapalooza at KHCPL South from 6:30-7:15 p.m. for ages 3-11See all of the Autumn Escapades going on this week on the KHCPL Website.
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023
Watch a Movie at AMC Classic Kokomo 12
1530 E. Blvd, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (877) 262-4450
Did you know that Matinee shows before 4 p.m. at our AMC Kokomo are all 30 percent off the regular ticket prices? This is another great way to celebrate your staycation! The adults can enjoy their favorite scary movies this week, but some options for families include “Paw Patrol:The Mighty Movie” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” for our PG viewers and “The Hunger Games,” “The Creator,” and “The Sound of Freedom” for our PG-13 viewing audience. Check out the AMC Kokomo Website for showtimes and more.
Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023
Play Pinball at Scanlines Arcade
409 Arrow St. Kokomo, IN 46902
Share the nostalgia of playing at the arcade with your family over Fall Break. Scanlines Arcade is located inside City of Firsts Adventure Park and is open from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday for a ton of fun. They have many pinball games, but also some classic and new arcade games made to test your skills. Be sure to check their Facebook page for any last minute updates or announcements.
Friday, Oct. 20, 2023
“Jammin’ with Mr. Tim” and Open Play at Sweet Peas Play Cafe | 10 a.m.
1825 S. Plate St. Kokomo Indiana 46902 | (765) 450-1825Did you know that your “play pass” or fee to play at Sweet Peas allows you to play all day? You can stop by to play in the morning, go home, eat lunch, take a nap, and come back for more. Almost every Friday, Sweet Peas hosts Mr. Tim from Rhum Academy of Music for an hour of Jammin’ at 10 AM where he performs interactive and kid-friendly music that everyone will enjoy. The cafe and play areas are open from 8 Am- 6 PM on Fridays, we’ll see you there!
Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023
Toddler Jump Time at Gravity Trampoline Park | 10-11 a.m.
1201 S. Reed Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 450-3291
Fun for the whole family
Check out Gravity Trampoline Park on Saturday mornings with your littles for Toddler Jump Time from 10-11 a.m. During Toddler Time ages 6 and under (and their caretaker) can jump for $8 per hour. This special time allows for the little jumpers to have the whole park to themselves with lower kid-friendly music. Gravity Trampoline Park is a great way to enjoy your fall break with food, music, and fun. Don’t forget your gravity grip socks!
Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023
Open Bowling at Heritage Lanes
1301 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 453-7781
If you’re wanting to get out of the house on Sunday before Fall Break officially ends, call Heritage lanes to check for open bowling availability. They are open from 1-8 PM on Sundays and a group of five can bowl for an hour for $35 (that includes those fancy bowling shoes). Bowling is an easy and fun activity for the whole family and you can grab some grub at Roddy’s while you’re there. Check out their website and Facebook page for last minute 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.
