Ballard Commons Spraypark
Seattle, WA
Central Ballard spraypark with daily summer operation and an easy drop-in format for families who want a straightforward city splash stop.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Good fit
- Quick free summer splash breaks
- Families wanting simple city spraypark access
- Parents comfortable with open-access park settings
Consider another option if
- Families needing lots of published on-page amenity detail
- Visitors wanting larger themed features or party rentals
Know Before You Go
- Season
- May 24 to September 1, 2025 on the official schedule page
- 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
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
Read more about this location
Ballard Commons Spraypark is one of Seattle Parks and Recreation's official seasonal sprayparks, operating daily in summer. Like the city's other sprayparks, it is self-operating, typically timer-based, and can pause briefly between cycles. Its biggest strength is simplicity: free entry, reliable daily summer hours, and a neighborhood-park setup that works well for quick repeat visits. Families who already know and like Ballard Commons will appreciate this as a practical cool-down option in the city system.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Location
Seattle, WA
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Sources & Updates
1 public source 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
- 1 public source
Public sources
Official seasonal program page lists Ballard Commons as an operating spraypark.
Checked: official spraypark list, season dates, hours, program model