5th St. Spray Park
Allentown, PA
Allentown spray park at Old Fairgrounds Playground with adjacent playground for easy neighborhood summer visits.
Official city recreation image; a clearly attributable venue-specific spray-park photo was not surfaced on the public listing page.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A practical neighborhood spray park pick for Allentown families who like having a playground right next to the water play.
Good fit
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Short free summer outings
- Families wanting both splash play and playground time
Consider another option if
- Families looking for a large destination spray complex
- Visitors who need robust on-page planning details before leaving home
- Anyone wanting a fully fenced splash space
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Water shoes
- Bring
- Sunscreen
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Playground
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Quick neighborhood splash stop
Read more about this location
5th St. Spray Park, also listed by the city as part of Old Fairgrounds Playground, is one of Allentown's dedicated public spray parks. Official pages tie it to a nearby playground, which makes it especially useful for younger kids and siblings who want both dry and water play in one stop. A city announcement listed seasonal hours of 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the spray park, though current operations may still vary by weather and maintenance.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Considerations
Public park setting; verify route surface and restroom access directly with the city if needed
Location
Old Fairgrounds Playground, N Law St
Allentown, PA, 18102
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 10, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- City of Allentown - 5th St. Spray Parkallentownpa.myrec.com
Checked: name, address, phone, amenities, status
- City of Allentown 2021 Spray Park Announcementallentownpa.myrec.com
Published hours were for the 2021 season.
Checked: spray park existence, historic hours, Old Fairgrounds / 5th Street location context