Tom Hughes Civic Center North Fountain
Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro, OR
Downtown Hillsboro interactive fountain near Civic Center with short daily play hours and market-day appeal.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best treated as a convenient downtown add-on, not a standalone destination splash trip.
Good fit
- Short downtown cool-down stops.
- Families already visiting markets or civic events.
- Toddlers and preschoolers who enjoy brief water play.
Consider another option if
- Families seeking long play windows.
- Visitors wanting a park with multiple amenities.
- Anyone expecting both Civic Center fountains to be operating.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Late May to mid-September; 2026 opening anticipated Memorial Day weekend
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Little shade
- Open access
- Visit type
- Quick urban stop
Read more about this location
The Tom Hughes Civic Center North Fountain is a downtown interactive fountain that works well for short city-center play breaks, especially around farmers market and event days. Hillsboro lists the south fountain as permanently closed, but the north fountain remains part of the city's seasonal water-play lineup. Expect a compact civic-space experience rather than a park-style sprayground.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 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
150 E Main Street
Hillsboro, OR, 97123
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Sources & Updates
1 public source on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 10, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- City of Hillsboro - Spraygrounds & Water Playhillsboro-oregon.gov
Checked: address, hours, north fountain status, south fountain permanent closure