Interactive Fountains

Moore Square Splash Pad

Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

Free downtown Raleigh splash pad at Moore Square with long seasonal hours and an urban plaza feel that works best for quick city-center splash breaks.

Kids running through the Moore Square water feature in downtown Raleigh.

Moore Square offers free seasonal splash play in a downtown setting.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Best as a downtown add-on rather than a destination by itself, but very useful when you're already in the city center with kids.

Good fit

  • Downtown families who want a quick free splash stop.
  • Visitors pairing water play with other nearby Raleigh plans.
  • Kids who enjoy open urban fountain-style play more than a larger park setup.

Consider another option if

  • Families seeking a bigger playground-and-splash destination.
  • Parents who want a fenced setting or quieter environment.
  • Those looking for more park amenities in the immediate splash area.

Know Before You Go

Supervision
Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
Season
April through October, weather dependent
Rules
No lifeguard on duty.
Rules
Swim diapers required for children who are not potty trained.
Rules
No pets, food, drink, or glass containers.
Rules
No running or rough play.

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Drop-in visits

For caregivers

  • Little shade
  • Short walk away
  • Open access
Visit type
Quick urban splash stop
Read more about this location

Moore Square Splash Pad is one of Raleigh's two free public standalone splash pads and sits in the heart of downtown. This is a better fit for families already spending time downtown than for those seeking a full park-campus outing, since the draw is the central urban setting and easy warm-weather splash stop. It keeps the same long seasonal hours as Raleigh's other public splash pads and follows the city's standard supervision and safety rules. If you want a splash break between downtown activities, this is the most convenient pick in the core of Raleigh.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
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

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

225 E Martin Street

Raleigh, NC, 27601

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Seasonal splash pad in South Park with nearby restrooms, free resident admission, and low-cost nonresident entry.

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