Filmore Thomas Park Splash Pad
Macon, GA
Free splash pad at Filmore Thomas Park in Macon with a large playground, multi-purpose field, and pavilion for an easy park-plus-water outing.
County opening materials show the renovated park environment around Filmore Thomas Park.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the better all-around public splash pad outings in Macon because the playground and field can stretch the visit beyond just water play.
Good fit
- Families wanting splash play plus a playground in one stop
- Mixed-age siblings
- Casual birthday meetups centered on a pavilion or park hangout
Consider another option if
- Visitors needing guaranteed feature availability during renovation periods
- Families wanting highly detailed water-feature descriptions
- Anyone expecting a staffed water attraction
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Memorial Day weekend through roughly the week before school starts in August
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Drop-in visits
- Birthday parties
For caregivers
- Pavilions
- Playground
- Sports fields
- Pavilion rentals
- Visit type
- Park day splash outing
Read more about this location
Filmore Thomas Park Splash Pad is part of a larger city park that also includes a large playground, a multi-purpose field, and a pavilion, making it one of the more complete park-day splash pad options in Macon. County pages confirm the splash pad and park amenities, while a 2025 update noted that the splash pad was reopening later in the summer during park renovations. For families, the main draw is the ability to combine water play with traditional park time in one stop. It is best for local repeat visits rather than destination travel.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | closed |
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
3793 Log Cabin Dr
Macon, GA, 31204
Other options nearby
Free splash pad at Rosa Jackson Recreation Center in Macon with a recreation-center setting and nearby indoor amenities that can make visits easier for families.
Freedom Park Splash Pad
Free Macon splash pad at Freedom Park with seasonal drop-in hours and a larger park setting for a casual neighborhood water-play outing.
Sources & Updates
4 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
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Macon-Bibb County Parks Pagemaconbibb.us
Checked: address, splash pad, park amenities
- Macon-Bibb Recreation Pool Pagemaconbibb.us
Checked: splash pad listing, seasonal hours
- Filmore Thomas Park Grand Openingmaconbibb.us
Checked: park context, park image, amenities
- Macon-Bibb Summer Opening Announcementmaconbibb.us
Checked: 2025 delayed opening due to renovations
What changed
April 10, 2026
Kept listing active, but noted the county's 2025 delayed opening notice during renovations.