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    ClimbZone Laurel

    4.2 (168 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Part of the activities and birthday tables set up in the back
    Carla D.

    We've visited this location a few times and it's been a great option for homeschooling families since they offer a consistent weekly timeslot. It's never overly crowded or loud, which makes it easy to enjoy the space. You're also allowed to bring your own lunch and drinks, which is a nice bonus. Another big improvement is the change in music. They now play jazz--no singing and no inappropriate lyrics--which creates a much more wholesome atmosphere. The only downside is the arcade setup. Instead of using quarters, you now have to purchase a game card loaded with credits. The simplicity of old-school coin-operated games is definitely missed.

    Janay S.

    This place is FUN! Attended my niece's birthday party here because she loves to climb. You can book a private room or have a table on the floor. Lots of climbing walls and soft play for the younger kids. Adults were climbing as well. It was a Saturday and not too crowded, but I'm sure it would fill up on a busier day. The staff is always walking around and willing to help. The kids didn't want to leave! I took off one star for the bathrooms as they need a deep clean. Please tend to them IMMEDIATELY!

    Chelley S.

    i took my granddaughter there with a few relatives for her birthday. It was a nice crowd. We did the Groupon package which was enough. There were 4 kids and two hours spent there was more than plenty. I will certainly take them back. My 8 and 16 year old grands had a ball. We didn't do a party there, so I can't rate the party service. Luckily, an attendant was walking by and saw that my 16 year hadn't locked himself in all the way. We are forever grateful. WARNING: be SURE to strap in correctly. This place is busy and the attendants aren't checking everyone's safety rope.

    Where were these when we were kids?!?!?
    Mike V.

    We're here twice a week with the kids when in DC. Not a terribly far drive as long as you avoid rush hour. Definitely worth getting there at 10am / when they open. Most of the kids can only really go for 90 minutes. We started them at 4 1/2 but for most 5-6 means they can do the Blue routes as well as some of the Yellow ones. Sprinkle in a few game (not cheap, prices vary). If you're a mom or dad under the gun for some high return ticket options, and you have good reaction times, sneak few games in at the Marvel Avengers game if the big balls are close to the edge or packed together (get all the infinity stones and you get like 500 tickets), also the Pearl Drop can get you a quick 40-50. As can the Red Ball Drop into the rotating buckets. Worst case, you get some solid credit card thickness Avengers cards with the first one. For fun two player games, the Frozen Zombie Troll one where the guns fire real water and there's an ice machine effect is wildly fun and not too challenges.

    Jada H.

    This place is super neat and so much fun for the entire family! There are so many rock walls that vary at level of ease. It's a really good workout so don't hit a heavy upper body day before coming here. The staff was supposed to train us before we started but they only put the harness on us so we had to ask other staff members what to do. I saw really little kids climbing the walls and larger size adults plus they have a little play area if you might have a kid too small or uninterested in the walls. There are a few arcade games and snacks for sale. Overall enjoyed the experience!

    Soft play area
    Carlena F.

    Chaperoned my 5 YO daughter here on a field trip with her camp. The campers' ages ranged from 5-13. The place was very well-lit and appeared to be pretty clean. It felt pretty inviting when I walked in. There were several climbing walls (over 70 of them, I believe) as well as a playground area, which they consider the "Soft Play" area, for the smaller kids. The older kids loved it as they had a variety of climbing walls to choose from and an arcade. I wouldn't recommend it for kids that are small or afraid to actually climb. I noticed the 5 & 6 year olds were in the play area. For the price, we could have gone to the park, but the little ones definitely still managed to have a great time playing with friends the entire time.

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    Kasi M.

    Had a great experience here on a Saturday. It got busy fast but we were greeted and treated so kindly by the staff. Everyone was really helpful because this isn't a normal activity for us. Our five year old had a lot of fun. They code the courses by color a the themes were so fun. There was also an arcade and soft play place for smaller kids. This would be a fun birthday spot. It's big enough to host a lot of kids.

    Cathy H.

    My kids absolutely love it here! There are so many different varying climbing walls. The walls differ in difficulty levels so it can be good for young kids and older kids. For very young kids, there is also a section for them too. They have a party zone in the back.

    Incredibly impressed. So many fun walls to climb, a substantial play area for kids too young to climb or if they want to take a break and best of all you can bring in your own food.

    Climbing wall

    We love climb zone. The staff is tremendously helpful. It is well run. This is one of our favorite places to climb! Affordable & has great alternative okay options

    Daniel L.

    This review is for excellent customer service from the manager (Aaliyah?). I can here with my 8yo and 5yo to climb. My 5yo daughter didn't want to climb, so they were nice enough to refund the climb and downgrade to soft play instead. Overall, the place is unique and a great place for kids to try climbing. They have an arcade area and soft play area as well as a seating area with space for birthday parties.

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    Samuel C.

    My niece wanted a birthday party with friends at this place. It's a cool place. I like wall with different textures. The best one I would say the bookshelf. I feel so embarrassed to tryout, I just see young kids doing this, no adults. I think is just for kids, not really sure. I would tryout if adults were climbing. This place also have arcade games play. The place are really high. Mostly each games 4 tokens to play. Crazy. The staff are nice and friendly. You have bring food and drinks.

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    Nice activity for kids. The staff was lack luster and could have been more attentive to help kids

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    So much fun! Love the variety of designs! Definitely a treat! Would recommend to anyone not scared of heights.

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    Ask the Community - ClimbZone Laurel

    Is this place suitable to host a 2 year old boys birthday? He loves to climb, however, the majority of his guest will be 1, 2 and 3.

    I would say 5 years old and up for a birthday here. They do have a soft play jungle gym but even that may be a bit much for children under 3 as it is floor to ceiling in size.

    Does the arcade use coins or a fillable card?

    We use rechargeable arcade cards. ClimbZone Laurel

    Is this place fun for a 13 and 15 year old? Thanks :-)

    Absolutely. We have 75 walls that range in difficulty from beginner to advanced. All of our walls are themed so your kids can climb the Eiffel Tower, Mt Rushmore, a map of the United States and try out our skatepark walls. Hope you come visit us… 

    Can my 2yr old grandson climb, what are the limits for climbing?

    Yes we allow 2yr olds to climb. All of the walls are color coded for difficulty. Kevin Killen… 

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    Review Highlights - ClimbZone Laurel

    “You get roughly 3 hours to play and climb (there are also bounce houses for those unable or not interested in climbing).”

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    Watching the water go by

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    Getting some sun

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    ClimbZone Laurel - climbing - Updated October 2026

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