Nova Adventure Park Is the Indoor Family Destination U.S. Kids Are Talking About in 2026
My nephew turned eight in March and had one request: Nova Adventure Park. Not a restaurant, not a movie, not a gaming party at home — Nova. He’d been talking about it since his friend’s birthday party there in January, specifically about something called the Sky Rider.
We showed up on a Saturday morning not knowing quite what to expect. Two hours later, my brother-in-law — a man who has not voluntarily jumped on anything since 1998 — was on the battle beam over a foam pit, getting knocked off by a seven-year-old with a padded jousting stick, laughing so hard he could barely stand up.
That’s Nova Adventure Park in a nutshell.
What Nova Adventure Park is really about.
Nova Adventure Park is a growing chain of large, indoor adventure and trampoline parks that have locations in Malden, Massachusetts; Plymouth, Massachusetts; Lynnfield, Massachusetts; East Hartford, Connecticut; Reading, Pennsylvania; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Kettering, Ohio; Somerdale, New Jersey; and Raleigh, North Carolina. The first Nova Adventure Park opened in Plymouth, Massachusetts on February 16, 2022, initially envisioned as a means to encourage young people to participate in physical activity and get away from screens during the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The idea quickly took off. The Malden location alone had seen about 2000 to 2500 guests a day by 2026, a testament to the amount of demand there is for this type of high-energy, multi-attraction indoor event.
About half of the indoor space at each Nova Adventure Park facility is used. It’s not a little trampoline house with a foam pit in the corner. This is a full-size indoor play centre that will accommodate families for 2-3 hours, and no one will be bored!
What’s Inside — The Full Attraction Lineup
This is where Nova Adventure Park separates itself from a standard trampoline park. The attraction lineup across locations typically includes:
Sky Rider — A guest favorite described as a zipline harness ride that sends you swinging across the park. At the Malden location, staff describe it as the single most requested attraction. It’s exactly as fun as it sounds.
High Ropes Course — A suspended obstacle course requiring balance and focus. At some locations, platforms are suspended over foam ball pits, requiring guests to move plank to plank across the gap.
Super Trampolines and Foam Pits — The foundation of the experience, but significantly more varied than a standard park. Multiple trampoline zones, a slam dunk basketball court with trampolines in front, dodgeball courts, and open jump areas fill the floor.
Ninja Activities and Obstacle Courses — Inspired by the television obstacle course format — suspended platforms, balance beams, hanging rings, and timed challenges across multiple difficulty levels.
Rock Climbing Wall — A vertical climbing element that adds a different physical challenge from the jumping-based attractions.
Battle Beam — Two guests stand on opposing beams over a foam pit and try to knock each other off using soft padded jousting sticks. It is exactly as entertaining to watch as it is to participate in.
Toddler Zone — A dedicated, age-appropriate play area for the youngest guests, with smaller trampolines, soft play structures, and lower-impact activities. Parents who have a toddler and an older child can split their time between the two zones without one child being bored or overwhelmed.
Arcade and Virtual Reality — Available separately from the main attraction ticket. VR and arcade experiences are sold individually and add a technology layer for kids who want a break from the physical activity.
Massage Chairs and Parent Seating — Parents who are supervising rather than participating can sit in dedicated seating areas with massage chairs while children use the attractions. Non-participating parents do not need to purchase a ticket.
Practical Planning Details
Jump socks are required for all guests on trampoline surfaces and cost $3.50 per pair. They feature grip bottoms and are reusable — bring them back on future visits. Jump socks are included in birthday party packages.
Tickets cover all main attractions with the exception of VR and arcade, which are sold separately. Online booking is encouraged to secure preferred time slots and streamline check-in, especially on weekends when Nova Adventure Park locations fill quickly.
Waivers are required for all guests before participating. These can typically be completed online before your visit to save time at the door.
Hours vary by location and day. At most locations, weekday hours open later — often 3:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday — while Friday through Sunday opens earlier, with Saturday typically running 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Check your specific location before planning your visit, especially for weekday school holiday trips.
Birthday Parties at Nova Adventure Park
Nova Adventure Park has built a strong reputation for birthday party hosting. Party packages handle the essential logistics — dedicated room, jump time, and socks — leaving hosts free to enjoy the event rather than manage it.
Party room size accommodates seating for the jumpers only, with family and friends welcome in the rooms. Additional guests beyond the package headcount can be added. Gift cards are available for purchase in-person or online — a practical option for birthday gifts when the recipient is already a Nova Adventure Park regular.
Real Families, Real Reactions
“My family visited the Raleigh location on a Tuesday afternoon and it was the perfect off-peak experience. My 6-year-old stayed in the toddler zone the whole time while my 10-year-old worked the ropes course and Sky Rider for two straight hours. One ticket covered everything. The staff was attentive and the facility was genuinely clean.”
— Ashley T., mom of two, Durham, NC
“We booked a birthday party at the Reading, PA location. Twenty kids, ages 5 through 12, and not a single complaint from any of them for the entire two hours. The battle beam was the highlight — the parents ended up watching that more than anything else.”
— Kevin M., dad, Reading, PA
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Nova Adventure Park locations are found in the U.S.
They are currently located in Raleigh, NC; Reading, PA; East Hartford, CT; Lynnfield, MA; Plymouth, MA; Kettering, OH; Virginia Beach, VA; Somerdale, NJ; and Malden, MA. The brand is expanding still – for the latest list of locations, see the main website.
A: At Nova Adventure Park, the price of a pair of jump socks is $4.95.
All guests on trampoline surfaces must wear jump socks which are priced at $3.50 a pair. They are reusable items – take them back on later visits. Birthday Party Socks are available in the birthday party packages.
If a parent doesn’t participate, does he/she have to purchase a ticket at Nova Adventure Park?
No. Parents who are supervising, but not participating in attractions, do not need to buy tickets. Throughout the facility, there are comfortable seating and massage chairs available.
R: Nova Adventure Park is good for toddlers.
Yes. Each Nova Adventure Park site features an area for toddlers that offers activities geared to a lower level of activity that are appropriate for the youngest guests. Toddler rates are typically lower than regular admission rates.
Yes, you can reserve a birthday party at Nova Adventure Park.
Yes. All Nova Adventure Park locations have structured birthday party packages. Advance booking is strongly recommended, especially for dates on weekends as these tend to be popular.
A: There are no waivers to sign at Nova Adventure Park.
Yes. Waiver forms have to be signed by all guests taking part in the event before use of the attractions. A lot of the sites offer the option to take the waiver online in advance of your visit to cut down on time spent in line for check-in.
A: A man on a flying machine.
One of the most popular attractions at Nova sites is a zipline style harness ride, called the Sky Rider. Guests are seated in and swing across the park in a large arc over the activity floor.
The Bottom Line
Nova Adventure Park works because it solves a real problem — what do you do with kids of different ages, on a rainy Saturday, who need to burn energy and genuinely have fun without a screen in front of them. The 50,000-square-foot format, the attraction variety, the dedicated toddler zone, and the no-ticket-needed policy for supervising parents all reflect thoughtful design for how real families actually operate.
It was founded on a straightforward idea: get kids moving. Two thousand guests a day at a single location suggests the idea is working.
