Child playing in the splash pad at Virginia Avenue Park in Santa Monica.
Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Virginia Avenue Park Splash Pad

Pico Neighborhood, Santa Monica, CA

Free Santa Monica splash pad at Virginia Avenue Park with playgrounds, restrooms, barbecue areas, and daily summer-season hours.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through early elementary, but siblings can extend the outing with the larger park

Hours

Monday-Sunday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Parking

Virginia Avenue Park Parking Lot at 2201 Pico Blvd.

Visit style

Repeatable neighborhood park outing

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

One of the most practical splash-pad outings on the Westside: free, clearly seasonal, and surrounded by real family infrastructure.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Westside families wanting a free repeat summer stop
  • Mixed-age siblings who also want playground time
  • Simple group BBQ or birthday meetups
Less Ideal For
  • Visitors wanting a fully enclosed splash area
  • Families looking for year-round water play

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Picnic tables

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundWalking trails

Cost

Free

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Open access

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible restroom nearby

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday parties

Season model

Memorial Day to Labor Day

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
Amenities
  • playgrounds
  • picnic tables
  • barbecues
  • restrooms
  • walking path
  • Wi Fi
Park Hours6:00-23:00 daily
ParkingVirginia Avenue Park Parking Lot at 2201 Pico Blvd.
Season WindowMemorial Day to Labor Day
Splash Pad Hours9:00-20:00 daily

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree
ParkingNearby Virginia Avenue Park parking lot

About the Venue

Virginia Avenue Park Splash Pad is one of the easiest family splash stops on the Westside because the city clearly posts its free daily operating season and the surrounding park amenities are substantial. Families get splash play plus playgrounds, picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms, walking paths, and nearby parking in the Pico neighborhood. It is a particularly strong fit for repeat local visits, sibling outings, and simple summer birthday gatherings in the park.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through early elementary, but siblings can extend the outing with the larger park
Energy LevelModerate
Noise LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood because amenities and logistics are clearly posted
Visit StyleRepeatable neighborhood park outing

Birthday Party Snapshot

Birthday FriendlyYes
Reservation NotesCity notes a permit is needed for parties over 150 people and offers group BBQ reservations.
SummaryA strong DIY birthday option in a public park; larger parties and BBQ areas may need permits.

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations
Official page does not list detailed splash-specific accessibility features beyond general park access.
Known Features
Restroomsparking lot nearbypaved park access
Wheelchair accessibleAccessible restroom nearby

Gallery

Young boy playing in the splash pad at Virginia Avenue Park.
The splash pad is free and runs daily during the main summer season.
Young boy with bucket at the Virginia Avenue Park splash pad.
Virginia Avenue Park works especially well for younger kids and casual repeat visits.
Virginia Avenue Park sign in Santa Monica.
The splash pad sits within a larger community campus in the Pico neighborhood.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through early elementary, but siblings can extend the outing with the larger park

Hours

Monday-Sunday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Parking

Virginia Avenue Park Parking Lot at 2201 Pico Blvd.

Visit style

Repeatable neighborhood park outing

Contact Information

Address

2200 Virginia Ave.

Santa Monica, CA, 90405

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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