Slick City Action Park
4.4(75)4.4 out of 5 stars, 75 reviews Indianapolis, IN
About Slick City Action Park
Slick City Action Park provides an exhilarating, multi-generational experience with various slides and activities, including a dedicated toddler area, suitable for children aged 8-12+ and adults. It consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, friendly and patient staff, and the engaging physical workout it offers to all participants.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with children spanning a wide age range (toddlers to teens) seeking an activity all can enjoy together.Energetic kids and adults looking for an active, physically engaging indoor experience.Birthday parties for school-aged children (one child requested it as a party venue).Families who prefer to plan ahead by booking tickets and signing waivers online.**Toddlers (45in or less):** Has a dedicated "toddler area."
Why families love it
- Appeals to a broad age range, from toddlers (under 45 inches) to adults, enabling entire families to participate together.
- Facility is consistently described as "super clean."
- Staff members are noted for being "friendly and patient."
- Provides a significant physical workout due to "a lot of stairs" and active sliding, enjoyed by both kids and adults.
- Features a dedicated "toddler area" specifically for children 45 inches or less.
- Manages crowds effectively, leading to "very short waits on the slides" when tickets are purchased in advance or during less busy times (e.g., early mornings).
Insider tips
- **Book tickets in advance online:** Tickets "sell out!" and "at capacity, no walk-ins" signs can be posted, making online booking essential.
- **Sign waivers beforehand online:** Speeds up the check-in process significantly; "even the spectators need one."
- **Arrive early:** Going "first thing at 10" resulted in "zero wait time" for slides and activities.
- **Consider 90 minutes sufficient:** One family found "90 minutes... plenty of time," especially with no wait; another "didn't end up staying the whole time."
- **Be prepared for physical activity:** Expect "a lot of stairs" and a "true workout"; bring water or be prepared to purchase drinks as you will "get thirsty."
- **Bring slide socks or be prepared to purchase them:** Socks are required and were part of a bundled purchase for one family.
Good to know before you go
- **Walking in without pre-booked tickets:** Risk being turned away by "at capacity, no walk-ins" signs, even if online tickets might still be available.
- **Expecting a low-energy or relaxing experience:** The park involves "a lot of stairs" and is described as a "true workout."
- The basketball activity "can get a little rough" and may require parental supervision or refereeing.
- Requires significant physical exertion due to "a lot of stairs" leading to the slides, which can be tiring.
- "At capacity, no walk-ins" signs may be posted at the front door, necessitating online ticket purchases even if the venue isn't truly overcrowded inside.
- Crowds
- **Can be busy:** "They sell out!" and "at capacity" signs are possible.
- Value
- The most straightforward option is a 90-minute pass. A family purchased "2 passes, slide socks, (and 2 large ICEEs) for about $75," suggesting a pass value of approximately $30-35 per person plus incidentals. This pricing appears to offer good value given the reported enjoyment and short wait times.
- Food
- Drinks (e.g., ICEEs) are available for purchase on-site. No explicit policy on outside food or drinks is mentioned in the reviews.
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations for special needs are mentioned in the reviews. The frequent mention of "a lot of stairs" suggests it may not be easily accessible for individuals with mobility challenges.
- Safety
- Staff are described as "friendly and patient," implying general supervision of activities.
What parents say
"We had a bast at Slick City! Our kiddos 8, 10 and 12 all had a great time. My husband and I also decided to slide and I’m so glad we didn’t miss out on the fun! It is a lot of stairs and a few have a drop/flop that I might regret tomorrow, but I’m glad I did them all! (Long Jump, Royal Flush and Mega Launch) My kiddo has already requested to have his birthday party here! Get your ticket in advance. They sell out! We didn’t have to wait long for any slide or activity. It is super clean and the staff members were friendly and patient. To speed up the check in process make sure you sign the wai"
3 weeks ago
"This place is fun for adults and kids! We enjoyed all the slides but the big air one is the best!! Basketball can get a little rough but if a parent is refereeing it’s better. They have a toddler area too but my kids were too big for that (45in or less). Be prepared to get thirsty walking up all those steps!!"
4 weeks ago
"10/10 we had a BALL. I felt like a kid again. It wasn't that packed but decent enough crowd for very short waits on the slides. This was a great time. My kid had fun, it was a true workout. I'm excited for this location and can't wait for them to have an adult night."
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
More spring break activities in Indianapolis
Spring Break Activities White River Gardens
4.7(1,242)4.7 out of 5 stars, 1242 reviews1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis
Spring Break Activities Demolition Den
5.0(765)5.0 out of 5 stars, 765 reviews5060 E 62nd St suite 120, Indianapolis
Spring Break Activities Adrenaline Family Adventure Park
4.4(1,834)4.4 out of 5 stars, 1834 reviewsFishers Ridge, 10080 E 121st St Suite 182, Fishers
Spring Break Activities Cool Creek Park Nature Center
4.7(523)4.7 out of 5 stars, 523 reviews2000 E 151st St, Carmel