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Franklin Park Splash Pad

Van Wert, OH

Free city splash pad at Franklin Park in Van Wert with long daily summer hours inside a larger park setting.

City of Van Wert Parks Department official image for Franklin Park splash pad information.

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What stands out

A straightforward free municipal splash pad with generous daily hours and low planning friction.

Good fit

  • Quick free summer outings
  • Local families wanting repeat drop-in visits
  • Toddlers through elementary-age kids
  • Park visits that do not require pool admission

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting a feature-rich destination splash park with published amenities
  • Visitors needing highly specific on-site splash feature details
  • Families preferring fully enclosed spaces

Know Before You Go

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

  • Partly shaded
  • Short walk away
  • Open access
Visit type
Simple local splash stop
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Franklin Park Splash Pad is Van Wert's city splash pad inside Franklin Park. The parks department lists dedicated splash-pad hours separate from general park hours, making it an easy drop-in stop for warm-weather family play. It works especially well for families who want free outdoor water play within a broader city park environment.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Location

Franklin Park

Van Wert, OH, 45891

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Sources & Updates

1 public source on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Last check on record
Apr 10, 2026
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Public sources

  • City of Van Wert - Parks Departmentvanwert.org

    Official parks page lists Franklin Park splash pad hours as 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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