Find thrilling rides and games at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, and if you are looking for competitive fun, pay a visit to an indoor sports-themed amusement park, Taroko Sports, complete with a high-energy mix of baseball simulators, or test your deduction skills at Escape Chandler, Chandler's original escape room.

Or splash into family fun at one of Chandler’s aquatic centers or splash pads for a quick cool-down!

With more than 330 days of sunshine, it’s easy to stay active and enjoy some quality family time at one of Chandler’s more than 60 parks, including several large, regional parks just waiting to be explored.  From Playtopia at Tumbleweed Park, one of the region’s largest playgrounds at 2.5 acres, it is an ideal place to play with slides, climbing structures, and bridges to explore, or take a more imaginative route and enjoy a stroll around the lake at Veterans Oasis Park for some urban birding, or take in the self-guided Chandler Solar System Walk.  

All ages are welcome to explore restored train cars from different periods in our country’s rail history at the Arizona Railway Museum. The attraction is staffed by volunteers and is open Saturdays and Sundays from Labor Day to Memorial Day. ⁣

The Chandler Center for the Arts features a variety of year-round entertainment from international, national, and regional entertainers and organizations, including musical performances, magic, ballet, dance, and annual events – all are a great avenue for exploring the arts as a family.

Explore the iconic Chandler Museum, which showcases local exhibits and hosts regional and national exhibits the whole family will enjoy.  Visitors will find a variety of family programming and a gift shop at this Arizona museum, located near Chandler Fashion Center mall.

Minutes from Chandler is a top Arizona activity for kids: the award-winning Phoenix Zoo – designed with the intent to connect kids of all ages to the natural world. This excursion is a must-see on any Arizona family trip. Complete your day at the zoo by getting up-close and personal, and book a giraffe encounter and feed them a treat for a memorable visit.