Playgrounds
42 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Creekside0.3 mi from downtown
- Beall Park0.3 mi from downtown
- Bogert Park0.4 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Bozeman with kids
6 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Bozeman, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Indoor fun
Places to go when it’s too hot, cold or wet outside.
- Altitude Galleryart gallery
- Basiclaiart gallery
- Emerson Center for the Arts & Cultureart gallery
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Bozeman Public Library626 E Main Street
Bookstores
3 local bookstores in Bozeman.
- ErotiqueBozeman
- Country BookshelfBozeman
- Barnes & NobleBozeman
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Custer Gallatin National Forest0 mi south
- Hood Creek Campground14 mi south
- Hyalite Pavilion14 mi south
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Custer Gallatin National Forest0 mi south
- Lower Hyalite Group9 mi south
- Langohr Campground10 mi south
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Bozeman with kids?
Playgrounds (42), Indoor fun (10), Libraries (1), Bookstores (3), Picnic spots (12), Wildlife and nature (34). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Bozeman for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Bozeman when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.