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Liz Carpenter Splash Pad

Butler Metro Park, Austin, TX

Year-round downtown splash fountain at Butler Metro Park with long evening hours and skyline-adjacent play.

Children playing at the Liz Carpenter Splash Pad in downtown Austin.

Official City of Austin image of the year-round splash fountain at Liz Carpenter Splash Pad.

Editorial notes

What stands out

One of the strongest spontaneous splash options in Austin thanks to its year-round operation and downtown park setting.

Good fit

  • Year-round splash play
  • Downtown and South Austin families
  • Evening outings
  • Visitors pairing water play with a walkable park stop

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting a fully enclosed splash area
  • Visitors seeking a classic neighborhood spray ground feel

Know Before You Go

Season
Year-round

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Drop-in visits
Visit type
Urban destination splash stop

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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

201 Dawson Rd.

Austin, TX, 78704

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Other options nearby

Kingsbury Commons area at Pease Park in Austin.

Interactive water feature at Kingsbury Commons in Pease Park with playground, restrooms, and reservable nearby amenities.

Free seasonal splash pad in central Austin with simple water play for quick warm-weather visits.

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