Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Vivaz Dance and Music School

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3+ years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Nong Hoi

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Venue website

vivazschool.com ↗

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, creative play

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Dance and music school recognised by Thailand's Ministry of Education. Dance: RAD ballet (from Baby Ballet, ages 3–5, up to vocational grades), jazz, contemporary, hip hop and cover dance. Music: violin, piano, guitar, ukulele and ensemble.

Ask about the free first dance session before committing to a term.

BLOCK & PLAY Cafe Chiang Mai

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿120 / hour

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Tha Sala

Is it open?

Daily 09:30–19:30

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, creative play, low energy, family meal

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Family games, LEGO, puzzles and a restaurant play corner.

Older children may enjoy the building area.

Chiang Mai After School Kids Cafe

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

฿100 per child; under 1 free; adults enter with a food or drink order of ฿50+, otherwise ฿100

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Pa Daet East

Is it open?

Daily 11:00–19:00; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 10:00–19:00

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (large canopy cover)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿

Setting

mixed

Good for

Rainy day, active play, family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Restaurant and café with a large covered sand-play area; no time limit on play

Misting fans and showers available.

Let Grow Play Park

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Pa Daet East

Is it open?

09:30–18:00, closed Tuesdays; occasional other closures

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Outdoor kids play space with a pump track, bikes and scooters, playground equipment and pizza-making

Bring a scooter or bike for the track.

TIIHAC · Chiangmai Ice Hockey Cup

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Tournament dates

Right age?

Check with venue

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Tha Sala

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Check with venue

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Venue website

tiihac.com ↗

Winter Spirit (U8/U10/U12): 21–23 December 2026. Chiangmai Ice Hockey Cup: 24–27 December 2026.

Public skating hours during the tournaments are unknown. Contact the rink before visiting.

TIIHAC · Winter Spirit (U8/U10/U12)

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Tournament dates

Right age?

Check with venue

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Tha Sala

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Check with venue

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Venue website

tiihac.com ↗

Winter Spirit (U8/U10/U12): 21–23 December 2026. Chiangmai Ice Hockey Cup: 24–27 December 2026.

Public skating hours during the tournaments are unknown. Contact the rink before visiting.

TIIHAC Ice Rink

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

4–16 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Tha Sala

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

suitable

Venue website

tiihac.com ↗

Price band: ฿

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, Haze day · fully indoor & air-conditioned, active play

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Ice skating in Tha Sala. Winter Spirit hockey tournament (U8/U10/U12): 21–23 December 2026. Chiangmai Ice Hockey Cup: 24–27 December 2026. Public skating hours during tournaments are unknown. Offers public ice time, learn-to-skate and hockey programmes “for all ages and levels”.

Contact the rink before planning public skating during the tournaments; tournament dates do not confirm skating availability.

CMRCA Climbing

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

8–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿1,995

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Nong Hoi

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

thailandclimbing.com ↗

Price band: ฿฿฿

Setting

mixed

Good for

Rainy day, active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Guided rock climbing at Crazy Horse Buttress near Mae On. Climbing wall at the in-town shop, plus guided outdoor trips to Crazy Horse, Mae On.

Advance bookings and professional belays recommended.

Daddy Lion

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Saraphi & Wiang Kum Kam

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Family restaurant with lawns, playground and wading pool.

Bring swimwear for water play.

Ginger Farm

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

3–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food + workshops

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Saraphi & Wiang Kum Kam

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

gingerfarmkitchen.com ↗

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, nature, creative play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Organic farm restaurant with animals, play areas and crafts.

Ask about available workshops.

Progression Vertical

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

8–18 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Pa Daet East

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, active play

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Indoor climbing gym with youth climbing programs and school-break camps.

Ask directly for current junior sessions and minimum ages.

Skate Experience

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

6–16 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Tha Sala

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, active play

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Indoor roller and inline skating next to the ice rink.

Skate hire available; prices in source are historical.

Wooden Ville Kids Café

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

1–8 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿300

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Nong Hoi

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Fine in rain (indoors)

OK in haze?

Check with venue

Price band: ฿฿

Setting

indoor

Good for

Rainy day, creative play, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Two floors of indoor wooden toys, role play and climbing.

Book ahead on weekends.