Here are 25 Indoor (and mostly indoor) Family Friendly Things To do in Volusia County
Museum of Arts & Sciences (MOAS), Daytona Beach
Science, history, art exhibits plus the Lohman Planetarium and a large children's discovery museum.Public Ice Skating at Daytona Ice Arena, South Daytona
Public skating sessions, skating lessons, birthday party rooms, plus a café and pro shop.Family Fun Town (Orange City)
Go‑karts, batting cages, arcade games, miniature golf, party rooms, etc.Volusia County Libraries (various branches)
Children’s areas with books, computers, interactive & sensory toys; story times, craft events. Good when you want something low‑key indoors.DeLand House Museum
Victorian era house museum; exhibits on local history.Volusia County Fair and Expo Center, DeLand
Venue for indoor trade shows, concerts, indoor sporting or youth shows.Marine Science Center, Ponce Inlet
Indoor exhibits about marine life, rescued animals, touch tanks etc. (Though parts are outdoors, plenty to explore inside.)Children’s Museum at the Hub on Canal, New Smyrna Beach
Arts‑focused play space, hands‑on creation & learning for kids.Jeremiah’s Italian Ice (various locations in Volusia County)
For a sweet treat: Italian ice, soft serve, gelati. One has indoor seating.Back Alley Lanes VR‑Cade, South Daytona
Bowling, arcade, VR games inside a large entertainment center. (Mentioned in local discussions.)GameTime – ONE DAYTONA
Arcade + entertainment complex, a go‑to for indoor arcade fun.Dave & Buster’s (Tomoka Town Center)
Big arcade + food, for older kids and families.Shopping Malls with Indoor Attractions
These often have children’s play areas, arcades, places to walk, grab food, especially when outdoor plans don’t work.Cinematique Theater, Daytona
For “chilled‑out” movie showings, independent films, and family‑friendly screenings.Libraries’ Special Events & Storytimes
Many branches host free programs: story time, holiday crafts, educational shows. Great indoor entertainment.Art & Craft Studios
Local art studios / places where kids can paint pottery or engage in arts & crafts. (While not all have large footprints, they’re great for creative indoor time.)Ice‑Themed Special Events at Daytona Ice Arena
Beyond skating: special events, theme nights, group activities inside the ice arena.Planetarium Shows at MOAS
Good option for when it's hot or rainy; dark, air‑conditioned, educational & fun.Root Family Museum (part of MOAS)
Exhibits of Americana, historic objects, sometimes special exhibits.Children’s Discovery Areas at MOAS
Hands‑on science, make‑your‑own vehicle, pretend play kitchens, etc., inside MOAS.Escape Rooms
There are a few places offering “escape room” type puzzle adventures in Daytona / Volusia County—great for older kids and families who like problem solving.Indoor Birthday Party Venues
Many of the places above (MOAS, Ice Arena, Family Fun Town) offer party rooms to host parties indoors. Good option when weather is unpredictable.Indoor Food Courts + Entertainment Combos
Restaurants inside malls or arcade/food combo places (eat & play) work when you want to combine chilling out with activity.Bowling Alleys + VR‑Arcades
For example Back Alley Lanes (listed above), plus others in the area with bowling + arcade games.Special Exhibit Events & Festivals Indoors
MOAS Night Sky Festival, MOAS Space Day, etc.—events held indoors (planetarium, museum lobbies) or partially indoors.