Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Kennedy Water Playground

Name: Kennedy Water Playground
Address: Corner of Olive St. and Westmoor St., South Bend, IN, US
Telephone: (574) 299-4765

West Side, South Bend, IN

Neighborhood splash and water-play area at Kennedy Park with restrooms, trails, playground access, and open green space.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Good for toddlers through elementary ages

Hours

South Bend splash pads are generally open daily 09:00-21:00 during the season

Parking

Parking available

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Editor's Take

A solid neighborhood choice when you want splash play plus a traditional park setting instead of a stand-alone water feature.

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Best Fit

Best For

West-side families looking for a close-to-home splash stop
Mixed-age groups using both water play and playground space
Families wanting restrooms and walking paths nearby

Less Ideal For

Visitors seeking a heavily themed splash park
Families wanting full fencing around the splash zone

At a Glance

Venue type

Spray park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

Free parking

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundWalking trailsSports fields

Cost

Free

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Facilities

Public restroom
Walking trails
Baseball diamond
Basketball courts
Playground
Open play areas

Hours SummarySouth Bend splash pads are generally open daily 09:00-21:00 during the season

Season WindowTypically Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Kennedy Water Playground is the splash feature inside Kennedy Park on South Bend's west side. The official park page confirms water play, public restrooms, walking trails, courts, playground space, and open areas, making it more than a quick spray stop. It works well for families who want a neighborhood park setting with water play and room for siblings to spread out.

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