Drew Park Splash Pad and Fountain
Drew Park / Drew Wellness Center area, Columbia, SC
Free Columbia splash pad and fountain with posted city hours and a good fit for quick neighborhood cool-offs.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A practical Columbia add because it has clear city-published hours and fits families who want something simpler than a pool day.
Good fit
- Free city splash outings
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids
- Short neighborhood trips
- Families who want a clearly posted public option
Consider another option if
- Visitors wanting slides or resort-style water features
- Families looking for a fenced destination sprayground
- Anyone wanting Sunday operations during the standard schedule
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Memorial Day to Labor Day season per city aquatics programming.
- 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
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Textured concrete
- Visit type
- Neighborhood splash stop
Read more about this location
Drew Park Splash Pad and Fountain is one of the more straightforward city-run splash listings in Columbia because the city actually publishes a specific address and operating hours. It is free and open to the public during the summer season, making it a useful option for families who want a no-cost water stop without the complexity of a pool or paid waterpark. This is best approached as a neighborhood splash outing rather than an all-day destination.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission General | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Location
2101 Walker Solomon Way
Columbia, SC
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 12, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 12, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- City of Columbia - splash pads now opencolumbiasc.gov
Checked: name, address, hours, free public access
- Columbia Parks & Recreationparksandrec.columbiasc.gov
Checked: department contact