Markham Busy Buddies Indoor Playground is a 7,000 sq ft kids’ play centre located at 114 Anderson Avenue, Unit 4, in Markham, Ontario, just steps from the Mount Joy GO Station. With a two-storey play structure, dedicated baby and toddler zones, an air hockey table, a mini-carousel, and a relaxed parent lounge area, Busy Buddies offers something for every age from babies through school-age children. It’s one of the most versatile indoor playgrounds in Markham for drop-in play, birthday parties, field trips, and summer camp.

Busy Buddies welcomes walk-in visitors as well as booked groups and birthday parties. The venue operates on a semi-private model for most parties — no other party shares the facility during your booking, though walk-in guests may be present — with a full private Exclusive Extravaganza option also available. Schools, daycares, learning centres, non-profit organizations, and corporate groups are all welcome with special group rates. To book or inquire, visit markhamindoorplayground.com or call 905-201-0409.

What’s Inside Markham Busy Buddies — Attractions & Play Zones

Two-Storey Play Structure — Spiral Slides & Tube Maze

The centrepiece of Busy Buddies is a large two-storey climbing structure featuring spiral slides and a tube maze, designed to build gross motor skills and give active kids a genuine physical challenge. The open layout around the structure means parents sitting on the surrounding couches can keep an eye on their children throughout.

🎯 Recommended Age: 3 to 12 years

Baby & Toddler Zone — Mini-Cars, Climbers & Ball Pit

The youngest visitors are well catered for at Busy Buddies with little climbers, mini ride-on cars, and a giant ball pit sized for small explorers. The baby and toddler area gives younger children a safe space to play at their own pace, well separated from the action on the main structure.

🎯 Recommended Age: 0 to 3 years

Air Hockey, Mini-Carousel & Games

Beyond the main structure, Busy Buddies adds an air hockey table and a mini-carousel to the mix — giving slightly older children more variety and making the facility genuinely entertaining for a wider age range. These extras also help keep siblings of different ages engaged at the same time.

🎯 Recommended Age: 4 to 10 years

Parent Lounge & Mini-Café

Comfortable couches are positioned around the playground so parents and caregivers can relax while remaining close to the action. The on-site mini-café means adults can grab a drink and settle in for a longer visit — a detail that makes Busy Buddies a practical choice for kids’ play days in Markham that go beyond a quick drop-in.

Birthday Parties & Private Events in Markham at Busy Buddies

Busy Buddies offers a range of birthday packages — Silver, Gift, Diamond, Emerald, and the fully private Exclusive Extravaganza — designed to scale with your group size and budget. All standard packages are semi-private: no other party shares the facility during your booking, though walk-in guests may be present. The Exclusive Extravaganza reserves the entire facility solely for your group. Families from Unionville, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Scarborough, Ajax, Pickering, and across York Region celebrate here regularly. Character parties and entertainers are available but must be booked through Busy Buddies directly.

• Semi-private parties — facility not shared with another party; walk-ins may be present
• Exclusive Extravaganza — full private facility rental for your group only
• Package names: Silver, Gift, Diamond, Emerald, Exclusive Extravaganza
• $150 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit required within 2 days of booking
• Guest numbers and package details must be finalized one week before the party
• Permitted outside food: sandwiches, fruit and veggie trays, chips, cake, and drinks (all nut-free); no outside pizza without prior arrangement
• No piñatas, confetti balloons, string spray, alcohol, or smoking
• Character parties and outside entertainers must be arranged through Busy Buddies
• Summer camp also available — see website for registration details

View all party packages and book your Markham kids’ birthday party at Busy Buddies

Facility Details — Markham Busy Buddies Indoor Playground

• Address: 114 Anderson Avenue, Unit 4, Markham, ON L6E 1A5 — near Mount Joy GO Station
• Phone: 905-201-0409 | Email: markhamindoorplayground@gmail.com
• Socks mandatory for all children and adults; available at the front desk for $3.00
• Nut-aware facility — no nut products permitted; $75 cleaning fee applies if nuts are brought in
• Hand sanitization required before entry into the play area
• No food or drink on carpeted areas — food must stay in party rooms or the main dining area
• Special group rates available for schools, daycares, learning centres, non-profits, and corporate groups
• Hours by appointment — call 905-201-0409 to confirm availability, especially on Fridays and weekends

Why Markham Families Choose Busy Buddies Indoor Playground

Busy Buddies stands out in the Markham indoor playground landscape by combining genuine breadth — two-storey slides, a ball pit, mini-cars, air hockey, and a carousel all under one roof — with a semi-private party model that means your group is always the only party in the building, even on busy weekends. The Mount Joy GO Station location makes it one of the most transit-accessible kids’ party venues in Markham, and the facility’s scale of over 7,000 sq ft gives large groups room to spread out. The summer camp program also means Busy Buddies is a resource for Markham families year-round, not just for birthday weekends.

Frequently Asked Questions — Markham Busy Buddies Indoor Playground

Is drop-in play available, or is it by appointment only?

Busy Buddies welcomes walk-in visitors during open play hours, though hours vary depending on private bookings. It’s always best to call ahead at 905-201-0409 to confirm availability, especially on Fridays and weekends. All birthday parties require an advance reservation.

What is the difference between a semi-private party and the Exclusive Extravaganza?

Semi-private packages mean no other birthday party shares the facility during your booking — but walk-in guests may still be present. The Exclusive Extravaganza reserves the entire Busy Buddies facility solely for your group, with no walk-in customers during your event. Contact the venue for details on the Exclusive option.

Are socks required, and what outside food is permitted?

Socks are mandatory for all children and adults in the play area — they can be purchased at the front desk for $3.00 if needed. For outside food, permitted items include sandwiches, fruit and veggie trays, chips, cake, and drinks — all must be nut-free. Nuts, popcorn, gum, candy, and ice cream cakes are not permitted. Outside pizza delivery is subject to a small surcharge; ordering through the venue is recommended.

Where is Busy Buddies located, and how do I get there?

Markham Busy Buddies Indoor Playground is at 114 Anderson Avenue, Unit 4, Markham, ON L6E 1A5, conveniently located near the Mount Joy GO Station at Markham Rd and Bur Oak Ave. The GO Station makes it one of the few indoor playgrounds in Markham easily reachable by transit from Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax, and across the GTA.