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Haymarket Plaza Splash Pad

Downtown Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI

Downtown Eau Claire splash pad with interactive fountains, open plaza seating, and easy pairing with a riverfront stroll or nearby food stop.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Best for a spontaneous downtown cool-off, not for families seeking a fully featured neighborhood spray park with lots of containment.

Good fit

  • Quick free splash breaks during a downtown Eau Claire outing.
  • Mixed-age kids who like running through fountain jets.
  • Families pairing water play with riverfront walking, events, or nearby food.

Consider another option if

  • Parents wanting a fenced splash area with strong containment.
  • Families looking for bigger spray structures or toddler-specific splash elements.
  • Visitors who prefer a quieter park setting over a downtown plaza.

Know Before You Go

Bring
Towels
Bring
Dry clothes
Bring
Water shoes on hot days
Bring
Sun protection
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

  • Benches
  • Little shade
  • Short walk away
  • Open access
  • Textured concrete
Visit type
Short downtown add on outing

Hours & Admission

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Known Features

Hardscape surface around fountains

Considerations

Specific restroom proximity should be confirmed on arrival

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Location

100 Menomonie St

Eau Claire, WI, 54703

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Other options nearby

Weitkamp Park Splash PadSource reviewed

Free 40-by-60-foot splash pad with sprinklers and jets, opened June 3, 2026.

Popular Altoona splash pad in River Prairie Park with adjacent play space, pavilion rentals, restrooms, and all-day drop-in summer use.

Sources & Updates

Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check