Gravity Floor play area inside The Blast Zone at Meteor Crater.
Fixed locationChildren's Museums

The Blast Zone

Meteor Crater / I-40 Exit 233, Winslow, AZ

Space-themed indoor kids attraction in Winslow with interactive moonbase play and hands-on exhibits included with Meteor Crater admission.
Plan This Visit

Best for

best for about ages 4 to 12 within a broader family museum visit

Hours

Monday-Sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

museum stop plus short active play break

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best as a museum add-on for space-loving kids, not as a standalone all-day indoor playground.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families already visiting Meteor Crater who want a kid-centered indoor break
  • Preschool and elementary-age children who like themed interactive exhibits
  • Road-trip stops where parents want both educational content and physical movement
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a cheap standalone local play pass
  • Kids who mainly want large climbing structures or trampoline-style play
  • Visitors looking for birthday-party-focused indoor play

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

PreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Pretend playSensory playMuseum exhibits

Family amenities

Cafe on siteCoffee availableFood availableFree parking

Visit options

Open playDrop-in visits

Price range

Mid-range

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Inside a larger venue or attraction

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
BookingAdvance ticket purchase is available online, but families can also visit as part of a regular stop
EntryIncluded with Meteor Crater admission
EnvironmentIndoor and climate-controlled
FoodCoffee and food options are available elsewhere in the larger attraction complex
Location ContextJust off I-40 and Route 66 in Winslow at Meteor Crater
Typical Blast Zone TimeAbout 30 minutes

Pricing Snapshot

Adult Admission Ages 14 To 59$29
Included With AdmissionYes
Junior Admission Ages 6 To 13$25
NotesThe Blast Zone is included with Meteor Crater general admission rather than sold as a separate play ticket.
Senior Admission Ages 60 Plus$27

About the Venue

The Blast Zone is a dedicated indoor play-and-learn attraction inside Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum near Winslow. Children can bounce on the Gravity Floor, tackle the Defend the Earth game, build in Space Works, and try the Moon Lander simulator in a climate-controlled setting. It is best for families already planning a Meteor Crater visit and wanting a kid-friendly movement break built into the larger museum experience.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitbest for about ages 4 to 12 within a broader family museum visit
Booking Frictionlow
Energy Levelmedium
Noise Levelmoderate
Parent Comforthigh
Visit Stylemuseum stop plus short active play break

Accessibility & Comfort

EnvironmentThis attraction is indoors and climate-controlled, which helps on very hot or windy days.
LimitationsNo dedicated sensory hours or quiet-room accommodations were prominently published during research.
Play StyleMost activities are interactive exhibit stations rather than open climbing structures.

Gallery

Children's Gravity Floor inside The Blast Zone.
The Gravity Floor invites kids to bounce and move through a moonbase-themed room.
Defend the Earth interactive game inside The Blast Zone.
A motion-based asteroid defense game adds a more interactive museum-play feel.
Space Works building zone inside The Blast Zone.
Space Works is the hands-on building and invention area.
Lunar Lookout photo station at The Blast Zone.
The Lunar Lookout photo-op gives kids a themed stop during the visit.
Moon Lander simulator inside The Blast Zone.
The Moon Lander station brings a game-like physics challenge to the experience.

External Links

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Quick Summary

Best for

best for about ages 4 to 12 within a broader family museum visit

Hours

Monday-Sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

museum stop plus short active play break

Contact Information

Address

8125 I-40

Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum

Winslow, AZ, 86047

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 7, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 6, 2026

Checked against 5 public sources.

Source

Ai Region Research 2026 04 06

What Changed

April 6, 2026

Verified official Blast Zone details, ticket pricing, hours context, and image set.

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