About Us

Built by Parents. For Families.

Who we Are

I’m Jenna Miller, founder of Ames Play Yard. My husband Jacob and I are parents of five, and like many families in Ames, we’ve struggled to find fun things to do indoors during the long Iowa winters. A few years ago, we visited an indoor playground in Minnesota and left with the idea of creating something similar here at home.

We imagined a space that would be fun for kids and welcoming for parents. That’s what Ames Playyard is all about. We’ve created two unique play zones, one for toddlers and one for bigger kids, plus basketball courts for anyone who still loves to shoot hoops. There are party rooms, plenty of seating, and a parent-friendly lounge with Wi-Fi.

Let's Play

What we Offer

Our goal is simple. We want kids to have a safe place to play, and we want parents to feel comfortable while they’re here.

Toddler Zone

A soft, secure play space made for little explorers (and peace-of-mind for parents).

Big Kids Zone

A massive multi-level playground to climb, slide, and burn energy—year-round.

Basketball Courts

Full-sized courts for shooting hoops, friendly games, and skill-building.

Parties & Events

Private rooms, easy planning, and plenty of room for kids (and cake).

Hours

Memberships

We built Ames Play Yard for families like yours.

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