Parsons Splash Pad
Parsons, KS
Free seasonal splash pad in Forest Park with long daily hours and a modern open spray layout.
Official city photo of the splash pad in use during daylight hours.
Photo 1 of 3. Official city photo of the splash pad in use during daylight hours.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A strong free option for a quick summer reset, especially if you want flexible hours and a straightforward city-run splash stop.
Good fit
- Families wanting a free water-play stop instead of a paid pool day
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who do best in open splash zones
- Parents looking for long daily operating hours in summer and early fall
Consider another option if
- Families wanting lifeguarded swimming or deep water
- Visitors who need highly detailed amenity and restroom information before arrival
- Anyone looking for guaranteed operation in poor weather
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor operation is weather dependent.
- Season
- Sunday before Memorial Day through October, weather permitting
- Bring
- Swim clothes or quick-dry play clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Water shoes for hot pavement
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Little shade
- Open access
- Visit type
- Quick local outing
Read more about this location
Parsons Splash Pad is a city splash pad in Forest Park that opened in 2022 and serves as one of the easiest warm-weather family stops in Parsons. The city states it runs from the Sunday before Memorial Day into October, weather permitting, with daily operating hours from 8:00 to 20:00. The official photos show a contemporary open spray zone with multiple ground elements and room for kids to cool off without committing to a full pool visit.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Location
Forest Park
Parsons, KS, 67357
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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
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- City of Parsons - Parsons Splash Padparsonsks.com
Official city page states the splash pad was built in 2022, is in Forest Park, and runs 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. from the Sunday before Memorial Day in May to October, weather permitting.
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