Looking for a spot where your kiddos can climb, slide, crawl, and burn off all that endless energy—for FREE? Say hello to one of Overland Park's best-kept secrets for indoor fun: The Explorer Room at Matt Ross Community Center!

🎉 What is the Explorer Room?

Tucked inside the Matt Ross Community Center in downtown Overland Park, the Explorer Room is a three-story indoor playground designed for kids ages 2 to 10. This vibrant play space features:

• Twisty slides

• Crawl-through tunnels

• Multi-level platforms

• Interactive climbing obstacles

Whether your little adventurer loves to scale new heights or just wants a fun space to run around, the Explorer Room is a dream come true.

🆓 The Best Part? It’s FREE!

Yep, you read that right. The Explorer Room is free and open to the public during the community center's regular business hours. It closes 30 minutes before the center does, so be sure to plan accordingly. Parents are required to supervise their children at all times—this isn't a drop-off activity.

💡 Pro Tip: It’s the perfect option for a rainy day, a winter afternoon, or anytime your kids are bouncing off the walls and you need a safe, indoor outlet!

📍 Location & Hours

You’ll find the Explorer Room on the main floor of Matt Ross Community Center, just next to the Child Watch office.

📍 Address:
Matt Ross Community Center
8101 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204

🕒 Hours:
Open during regular community center hours
(Closes 30 minutes before the building)

👉 Check official hours here: Matt Ross Community Center Info

🎈 Private Rentals

Want the place all to yourself? You’re in luck! The Explorer Room is available to rent after hours, making it a great spot for a birthday party, playdate, or private event where the kids can go wild in their own indoor jungle.

📷 Take a sneak peek at the space here: Explorer Room Photos

❤️ Why Moms Love It

• It’s totally free

• It’s indoors and climate-controlled

• It’s perfect for preschoolers to tweens

• It’s centrally located in the heart of Overland Park

• It’s a hidden gem you’ll want to share with friends!

So next time you need a quick and easy activity that doesn’t require tickets, reservations, or extra spending, head over to the Explorer Room. Your kids will thank you (and nap hard later)!