Screen-Free Activities for Kids That Actually Stick

Cutting screen time is easier when there's something genuinely exciting to replace it. Active, hands-on adventures do the trick.

Give them a physical challenge

Climbing and obstacle courses capture attention the way a screen does — but with real movement.

Make it social

Activities done with friends or family naturally pull kids away from devices.

Build a routine

A weekly active outing gives kids something to look forward to off-screen.

Why families choose UP! in Ashburn

UP! Ultimate Adventure Park brings 36 themed climbing walls, a ropes course, ziplines, slides, a cargo net and an arcade together under one roof in Ashburn, VA — serving families across Loudoun County and Northern Virginia. It's a safe, clean, all-weather place to play, celebrate and stay active together. Explore all our attractions or get directions.