Peabody Playground and Splash Pad at Riverfront Park in downtown Little Rock.
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Riverfront Park Peabody Playground and Splash Pad

Downtown Riverfront, Little Rock, AR

Free downtown Little Rock splash pad at Riverfront Park next to the Junction Bridge and paired with the Peabody Playground.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Good for toddlers through elementary ages

Hours

Daily during season

Visit style

Best as part of a broader downtown park outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A strong downtown splash stop when you want scenery, a playground, and a short free cool-down in the middle of a Riverfront Park day.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Downtown family outings
  • Pairing water play with Riverfront Park exploring
  • Short free splash breaks
  • Mixed-age siblings using both park and water features
Less Ideal For
  • Families needing a fenced area
  • Visitors seeking a quieter neighborhood park setting
  • Long, shade-heavy splash sessions

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Nearby park amenities

Playground

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

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 - 8:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
ActivationTouch the black activator bollard to start the water cycle
Hours SummaryDaily during season
Nearby Context
Peabody PlaygroundJunction BridgeRiverfront Park
Season WindowSeasonal warm-weather operation
Weather NoteMay close for weather, maintenance, or operational concerns

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

The Peabody Playground and Splash Pad at Riverfront Park is one of Little Rock's free seasonal splash-pad areas in Ottenheimer Plaza. Its downtown setting near the Junction Bridge makes it a strong pick for families already exploring Riverfront Park. It works especially well for a flexible city outing where kids can alternate between playground time and a quick cool-down in the spray area.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitGood for toddlers through elementary ages
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood sightlines in an active public park setting
Visit StyleBest as part of a broader downtown park outing

Gallery

Riverfront Park Peabody splash pad in Little Rock.
This downtown Riverfront Park splash area sits by the Peabody Playground near the Junction Bridge.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Good for toddlers through elementary ages

Hours

Daily during season

Visit style

Best as part of a broader downtown park outing

Contact Information

Address

Ottenheimer Plaza

Little Rock, AR

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 10, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Source

Ai Region Research

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