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XTO Dennis the Menace Splash Pad

Midland, TX

Free city splash pad at Dennis the Menace Park with long evening hours, a playground, picnic amenities, and nearby restrooms.

Dennis the Menace Park in Midland, home to the XTO Dennis the Menace Splash Pad.

The city-operated splash pad is part of Dennis the Menace Park.

Editorial notes

What stands out

The best low-friction splash stop in Midland if you want free access, long hours, and a playground in the same park.

Good fit

  • Budget-friendly summer outings
  • Toddlers and preschoolers who do better with splash play than pool time
  • Families who want a playground and picnic setup alongside water play

Consider another option if

  • Visitors looking for a staffed aquatic center
  • Families who want resort-style water attractions
  • Anyone needing a fully fenced splash area

Know Before You Go

Season
2026 season opens May 24
Bring
Swimsuits
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Towels
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Water shoes
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Sunscreen
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Dry clothes for the ride home

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Drop-in visits
  • Birthday parties

For caregivers

  • Picnic tables
  • Pavilions
  • Drinking water
  • Playground
  • Pavilion rentals
  • Partly shaded
Visit type
Repeatable neighborhood style splash stop
Read more about this location

XTO Dennis the Menace Splash Pad is Midland's main free municipal splash-pad option with a long daily operating window during the warm season. It sits within Dennis the Menace Park, where families also get a playground, pavilion, picnic tables, drinking water, and restrooms. This is a strong pick for repeat local summer visits, especially for toddlers through early elementary kids who want water play without pool admission fees.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursdayclosed
Friday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday10:00 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.

Accessibility

Considerations

Official sources did not clearly publish surface type or inclusive-feature details

Location

2201 W Indiana Ave

Midland, TX, 79701

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Other options nearby

Centennial Park in downtown Midland with its central lawn and splash feature area.

Downtown Midland interactive water feature that runs as a splash pad by day and a fountain at night inside Centennial Park.

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Free Odessa sprayground near UTPB with daily summer hours and private rental availability through the city's pool manager.

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Free public sprayground in Odessa with daily summer hours and clear family rules published by the city.

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Sources & Updates

2 public sources 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
2 public sources

Public sources

  • City of Midland - Midland Swimming Poolsmidlandtexas.gov

    Page lists XTO Dennis the Menace Splash Pad opening May 24, 2026 and operating 10:00-21:00 except Thursday.

    Checked: name, 2026 opening date, hours, free admission context

  • City of Midland - Dennis the Menace Parkmidlandtexas.gov

    Facility page confirms core park amenities surrounding the splash pad.

    Checked: address, phone, playground, pavilion, picnic tables, drinking water

What changed

  • April 10, 2026

    Added 2026 season opening and published operating hours from official city aquatics page.