Atlanta is known for its hot Summer weather and this Summer has not been the exception. If your kids are like mine, they are begging to play at the pool or even in the sprinklers in the front yard, but if you’re looking for a different kind of water play…check out some of these awesome spray grounds, splash pads & fountains in and around the Atlanta area! They’re great for kids of all ages. Yes, even mom and dad can join in the fun!
Cherokee County splash pads and fountains
WALESKA SPLASH PAD at CLINE PARK
Part of Cline Park, Waleska Splash Pad is an ideal summer hang out spot for those looking to chill out with your kids. Tons of jets and cascading water await you and your family. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the walking trails and other playgrounds that surround the splash pad. Make this a “Must-do” on your summer bucket list.
Place: Cline Park – 704 Bartow Street, Waleska, GA 30183
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm through Labor Day
Cost: FREE
Cobb County splash pads and fountains
SEWELL POOL & SPLASH PAD
If you have children of multiple ages, this Splash pad is for you. Your older kids can swim and play in the large in-ground pool while your younger ones can enjoy the multiple water jets and fun at the adjacent splash pad. Fun for all ages here!!
Place: Sewell Pool & Splash Pad – 2085 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30067
Time: Monday – Thursday; Open 1:00pm – 7:30pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday- Open 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Cost: Check website for fees.
Forsyth County splash pads and fountains
OLD ATLANTA PARK SPRAY PAD
Part of a 39 acre park, this spray-pad offers tons of wet fun for your kids. It’s bright and colorful and sure to help your kids beat that heat. Bring your other mom friends and enjoy the park too, with walking trails and dry playground. Pavilions available for picnicking too!
Place: Old Atlanta Park – 810 Nichols Road, Suwanee
Time : Monday: Private rentals only
Tuesday – Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday: 1 – 6 pm
COST: NOMINAL – Please see park website for details
North Fulton County splash pads and fountains
Splash ‘n Play at Riverside Park
One of 2 awesome spray-pads in the City of Roswell, Splash ‘n Play at Riverside Park, offers tons of wet and wild afternoon fun for your littles. Indulge in some treats from the onsite concession stand and beat the sun under a pavilion.
Place: Riverside Park – 575 Riverside Road, Roswell, GA, 30075
Time: Mon., Wed., Thur., & Friday 10 a.m – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 pm.
Closed Tuesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals
Open through Labor Day, then weekends only in September
Cost: Nominal – Please see park website for details
The Spray Station at East Roswell Park
Part of a much larger park including dog park, playgrounds and sports complex, the Spray Station at East Roswell Park can be including in an all-day action packed day of adventure and fun for everyone person in your family! Like its sister spray-pad, concession stands and pavilions are available for your convenience.
Place: East Roswell Park – 9000 Fouts Road; Roswell, GA 30076
Time: Mon., Tues., Thur., & Friday 10 a.m – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 pm.
Closed Wednesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals
Open through Sunday, August 9, 2015
Cost: Nominal – Please see park website for details
Fulton County –City of Atlanta splash pads and fountains
FOUNTAIN OF RINGS at CENTENNIAL OLYMPIC PARK
The centerpiece of Downtown Atlanta’s Centennial Park, the Olympic rings come to life 4 times a day providing lots of musical, watery fun for you and your family. Plan a trip to some of downtown’s other amazing attractions and end your day here, cooling off and enjoying the show!
Place: Centennial Olympic Park
Time: Shows daily at 12:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:30pm & 9:00pm (check website for schedule changes)
Cost: FREE
THE LEGACY FOUNTAIN at PIEDMONT PARK
Located in Atlanta’s historic Piedmont Park, Legacy Fountain boasts over 70 jets, shooting 30 feet in the air, LED lighting and gorgeous views of the wetlands and green spaces. This is definitely an ideal day trip, with tons of activities and things to see for you and your kids. Enjoy playgrounds, the aquatic center, wetlands and even fishing. Check the regulations as adults require a fishing license.
Place: Piedmont Park– The park runs along 10th Street (a block west of 10th & Monroe Avenue to a block east of 10th & Piedmont Avenue) and Piedmont Avenue (12th & Piedmont to just before 15th & Piedmont) in midtown Atlanta.
Time: Park is Open 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
Cost: FREE
SPLASH PAD AT PERKERSON PARK –ATLANTA BELT-LINE
Nestling within Perkerson Park’s 50 acres of fun, lies their Splash Pad. This is a great place to come cool off in the Summer. Open May 1 –October 1. Perkerson Park also offers Disc Golf, which would be a great way to dry off after playing in all that water!
Place: Perkerson Park – 770 Deckner Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost: FREE
HISTORIC 4TH WARD PARK AND SPLASH PAD
With so much do to at this park, you’re sure to have some memories to last a life-time. Both the park and splash pad are in close proximity to each other and offer hours of fun. Tons of jets and splashing water come at you from all directions, cooling your kids off even on the hottest of Summer days.
Place: 4th Ward Park – 680 Dallas Street, Atlanta, GA 30308
Time: 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Cost: FREE
D.H. STANTON PARK AND SPLASH PAD
This awesome park was finished in 2011 and offers a great playground and splash pad. A commissioned work of public art by famed artist, Robert Witherspoon provides visual appeal and there is a large pavilion for parties.
Place: D.H. Stanton Park – 1052 Martin St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Time: Daily from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Cost: FREE
ZOO ATLANTA
Yes, Zoo Atlanta has a splash fountain!! Free with paid admission to the Zoo, this is a fabulous place to cool off before, during and after enjoying the amazing wildlife around you. 18 spray jets are just enough to bring delight to even the youngest zoo enthusiast. So remember to pack a bathing suit and small towel and enjoy 2 attractions in 1 at the Atlanta Zoo.
Place – Zoo Atlanta – 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA
Time: Daily from 10:00 am
Cost: Free with Paid Zoo Admission. See website for details.
Gwinnett County splash pads and fountains
BIG SPLASH at TOWN CENTER PARK
This amazingly fun and beautiful splash park and fountain is part of the City of Suwanee’s sprawling 10 acre Town Center Park. It features 43 jets that shoot up to 1,400 gallons of recycled water a minute up into the air, much to the delight of your kids! Bring your bikes and dry off after all that fun along the looping paved pathways and then picnic on the lush green lawns surrounding the fountains. This is truly an all day kid pleaser.
Place: Suwanee Town Center Park, Suwanee, GA
Time: April 1-October 31 9:30am-9:30pm, 7 days a week
Cost: FREE
VILLAGE PAVILION at THE MALL OF GEORGIA
Located just outside the main entrance to the 2nd largest mall in the Southeast, the Fountain at Village Pavilion is a great place for your child to unwind after shopping with you. While not huge, it still offers a ton of fun on a hot day and the bonus is you get to bribe your kids with fun in the fountain after you indulge in some retail therapy!
Place: Village Pavilion at the Mall of Georgia – 3333 Buford Dr., Buford, GA
Time: Daily during Mall hours
Cost: FREE
LILLIAN WEB PARK & SPLASH PAD
Check out this parks amazing waterfall and fountain. Watch your kiddos indulge in summer time fun and make memories at this park’s fantastic splash pad. This park also boast sand volley ball courts and natural trails so plan to spend some great family time here.
Place: Lillian Webb Park – 5 College Street , Norcross, GA 30071
Time: Daily 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Cost: FREE
TOWN GREEN FOUNTAIN at DULUTH MAIN STREET
In the mood for that small town feel with unique shops and entertainment along with fun for the kiddos? Well, Duluth Main Street is for you. Relax and watch your kids squeal with delight in the Fountain at Town Green in downtown Duluth. Open in the summer months, this fountain is sure to please. Bring a picnic and listen to the free entertainment in the amphitheater.
Place: Town Green Fountain at Duluth Main Street – 3167 Main Street, Duluth, Georgia 30096
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
COST: FREE
Hall County splash pads and fountain
LAUREL PARK SPRAYGROUND
Live up in the Gainesville area, this park is for you! This great spray-pad is perfect for the dog-days of summer here in North Georgia. Pack a lunch and watch your kiddos scream with delight as they dance and jump in the jets and streaming water.
Place: Laurel Park –3100 Old Cleveland Highway,Gainesville, GA 30506
Time: Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 12-5 p.m., Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
Cost: Nominal –Please see website for details.
