☔Rainy Day Fun in Sneads Ferry — 5 Local Spots Kids Love (Including Ours!)
When those gray skies roll in and outdoor plans get washed away, parents everywhere start searching for rainy day rescue plans. Luckily, Sneads Ferry and the surrounding Topsail area have a few gems that keep little ones entertained — no matter the weather!
Here are five family-friendly spots to make your next drizzly day a fun one:
☕ 1. Blue Jay Play Cafe
(You knew we’d start here 😉)
At Blue Jay Play Cafe, we’ve turned rainy days into cozy play days. Your little ones can climb, slide, and explore our indoor play space while you sip a warm latte and enjoy a moment of calm. We’re all about connection through coffee and play — a place where kids burn energy and parents actually get to breathe.
🎨 2. Salty Dog Pottery (Our Cafe Neighbor!)
We love our next-door neighbor, Salty Dog Pottery — they’re just steps away from our front door! On a rainy day, it’s the perfect spot for creative kids (and adults) to paint their own pottery pieces. From mugs and ornaments to keepsake handprints, it’s a calming and colorful way to spend an afternoon.
Grab a coffee from us, then head over to paint something special — or vice versa!
💦 3. Splattitude (Sneads Ferry)
New to the area and already a hit! Splattitude is an interactive paint-splatter studio where kids (and grown-ups) can throw paint, get messy, and create bold, beautiful art. It’s high-energy, super fun, and absolutely rain-proof.
Think of it as the ultimate “we’ve been stuck inside too long” solution — creative chaos in the best possible way.
📚 4. Sneads Ferry Library
When you’re ready for something quieter, the library is a cozy hideaway for stories and learning. Plus they have an amazing environmental exhibit highlighting local flora and fauna of Onslow County — and they’re completely free.
🐠 5. Topsail Touch Tank Aquarium (Surf City)
If your kids are curious about ocean life, this is a must-visit. The Topsail Touch Tank Aquarium lets little ones get hands-on with local sea creatures! It’s both fun and educational, and it’s all indoors, making it perfect for stormy afternoons.
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Whether you’re playing at Blue Jay, splattering paint, or painting pottery, there’s so much to explore indoors right here in our little coastal town.
During the month of October, you can cast your vote in the Topsail’s Top Choice Awards for your favorite Rainy Day Activity and more. Your support helps small, local spots like ours thrive!
This year, Blue Jay Play Cafe has been nominated for THREE categories! We would be so grateful for your vote in one or all three of the following:
⭐ Favorite Coffee Shop
⭐ Favorite Kids Activity
⭐ Favorite Rainy Day Activity
