Last updated: 2025-04-22
Waterford’s indoor scene offers a treasure trove of entertainment that beats the Michigan weather blues. From creative spaces to interactive experiences, locals and visitors can discover engaging activities that keep boredom at bay during chilly or rainy days.
Whether you’re seeking family fun, artistic inspiration, or a quick shopping escape, Waterford and surrounding Oakland County communities provide diverse indoor destinations that cater to every interest and age group.
Discover Oakland County’s coolest indoor adventures now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Waterford
- Great Lakes Crossing Outlets (Auburn Hills)
- Dave & Buster's (Utica)
- Legoland Discovery Center (Auburn Hills)
- SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium (Auburn Hills)
- Rochester Hills Public Library (Rochester Hills)
- The Crofoot (Pontiac)
- Goldfish Swim School - Clarkston (Clarkston)
- Paint Creek Center for the Arts (Rochester)
Dave & Buster's (Utica)
What to Expect
Comprehensive arcade and dining entertainment complex
Description
Dave & Buster's offers an immersive entertainment complex featuring an extensive arcade with cutting-edge video games, classic arcade experiences, and virtual reality attractions. The venue combines interactive gaming with a full-service restaurant and sports bar, providing a comprehensive entertainment destination for adults and families.
Where: Utica | More Info: Dave & Buster's
Goldfish Swim School - Clarkston (Clarkston)
What to Expect
Heated pools with advanced child-focused swimming instruction
Description
Specialized swim school offering comprehensive aquatic instruction for children from infants to teenagers. Provides warm-water pools, small class sizes, and progressive skill-building curriculum focused on water safety and swimming technique development.
Where: Clarkston | More Info: Goldfish Swim School - Clarkston
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets (Auburn Hills)
What to Expect
Multi-purpose indoor entertainment and shopping destination
Description
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets combines shopping with extensive entertainment options, featuring an indoor LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium, and Dave & Buster's arcade complex. The venue offers multiple indoor activity zones perfect for families and groups seeking diverse entertainment alongside retail experiences.
Where: Auburn Hills | More Info: Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
Legoland Discovery Center (Auburn Hills)
What to Expect
LEGO-themed indoor playground with interactive build zones
Description
Interactive LEGO-themed indoor playground offering immersive experiences for children and families. Featuring multiple themed areas with build zones, LEGO model displays, and hands-on construction activities. Includes 4D cinema, LEGO-inspired rides, and interactive workshop spaces where visitors can explore creativity through brick-building challenges.
Where: Auburn Hills | More Info: Legoland Discovery Center
Paint Creek Center for the Arts (Rochester)
What to Expect
Annual Art & Apples Festival recognized nationally
Description
Paint Creek Center for the Arts offers comprehensive art education and community engagement through 300+ annual art classes for all ages and skill levels. Specializing in drawing, painting, ceramics, and photography, the center provides summer camps and hosts the nationally recognized Art & Apples Festival®, which was named a top 10 fine art festival in 2018.
Where: Rochester | More Info: Paint Creek Center for the Arts
Rochester Hills Public Library (Rochester Hills)
What to Expect
Comprehensive digital and physical resource collection
Description
Public library offering extensive digital collections, research databases, and a wide range of books across multiple genres. Provides community resources for learning, research, and literary exploration with convenient digital and physical materials for all ages.
Where: Rochester Hills | More Info: Rochester Hills Public Library
SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium (Auburn Hills)
What to Expect
Michigan's only underwater tunnel with live shark and stingray encounters
Description
SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium offers an immersive underwater experience featuring a 180-degree underwater tunnel and over 2,000 marine creatures. Visitors can explore 10 breathtaking exhibits, interact with sea stars in touchpools, encounter rescued sea turtles, and observe mesmerizing jellyfish displays.
Where: Auburn Hills | More Info: SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium
The Crofoot (Pontiac)
What to Expect
Multi-room music venue with flexible performance spaces
Description
The Crofoot is a multi-room music venue in Pontiac, Michigan, featuring live performances across different spaces including the Ballroom and Pike Room. The venue hosts diverse musical acts, offering an intimate concert experience with multiple performance areas for various genres and audience sizes.
Where: Pontiac | More Info: The Crofoot
Find Indoor Activities in Other Cities
Looking for indoor activities in another city?