Splash around at Fun and Free Spraygrounds, Splash Parks, and Splashpads in the Omaha Area to stay cool on a hot summer day!
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Summer Fun Guides:
PLEASE NOTE: As things continue to change during this time, it is always a good idea to verify details before visiting.
FREE Omaha Area Spraygrounds and Splash Parks:
The City of Omaha Parks and Recreation
Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily from Memorial Day (May 31st) through Labor Day (September 6th).
- Benson Park, 7002 Military Ave.
- Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, 705 Riverfront Dr.
- Fontenelle Park Sprayground, 4405 Fontenelle Blvd.
- Kountze Sprayground, 1920 Pinkney St.
- Levi Carter Park Sprayground, 809 Carter Lake Shore Dr.
- Miller Sprayground, 2707 Redick Ave.
- Morton Park Sprayground, 5724 S. 41st St.
- Orchard Park Sprayground, 6502 Hartman Ave.
- Seymour Smith ALL PLAY Park, 6802 Harrison St.
- Upland Sprayground, 3104 Jefferson St.
- Westwood Heights Sprayground, 12334 Seldin Dr.
Cimarron Woods Splash Park
In the neighborhood off of 108th and Harrison. (7419 S. 101st Ave., La Vista, NE.)
Coyote Run Splash Park
Approximately 189th & Q, Omaha, NE. [5316 S. 189th St.]
Fairmount Park in Council Bluffs
Water playground, plaza, trail, and picnic areas. (E. Graham Ave. and Park Entrance) Usually open from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily during the summer months.
The City of Papillion Parks Department
Splash pads usually open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
- Eagle Ridge Splash Pad – 2 blocks east of 66th St. and Ashwood Ave. in the Eagle Ridge subdivision. The splash pad is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Schwer Park Splash Pad – 800 W. Centennial Rd. The splash pad is open from noon to 7 p.m.
- First Street Plaza Splash Pad – This is a small water feature located on the corner of First St. and Washington St. in downtown Papillion. It is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The City of Fremont
All Splash Pads usually open daily, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m., from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
- Ronin Park – 17th and Somers Ave.
- Miller Park – Jackson St. and “M” St.
- Ruwe Park – 5th & Howard St.
- Van Anda Park – Linden St. and Pebble St.
- John C. Fremont – 9th and Broad St.
Sandy’s Splish Splash Garden at the Omaha Children’s Museum
A small outdoor water play area that is typically open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Bayliss Park in Council Bluffs
100 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA. The is a small interactive water component incorporated into the north side of the plaza. This is a small 12′ diameter area with child-activated sprays that emanate from the plaza floor.
Buffalo Park in Springfield, NE
6th St. and Vine St. Usually open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Platte River State Park Spray and Splash Park
Platte River State Park
- A state-of-the-art two-tiered splash pad with three water slides, a waterfall, dump bucks, a fountain, and more. The upper level is designed for younger children while the lower level is designed for older kids.
- Admission: $3/person; Children 2 and under are free. Usually open noon-6pm daily from Memorial Day through mid-August, then from noon – 6 p.m. on weekends only until Labor Day. Daily or annual State Park permit required.
THE FOLLOWING SPLASH PARKS OPENING DATES ARE TBA.
We will update this as more information becomes available.
Shadow Lake Towne Center Splash Pad – 2021 TBA
The spray ground opens late May through Labor Day Weekend (11 a.m. – 6 p.m.), but will not be available during special events.
Stinson Park at Aksarben Village – 2021 TBA
Fun little water fountains provide big entertainment.
Carter Lake – 2021 TBA
Located at 12th and Redick Blvd.
Alaskan Adventure Splash Pad at the Omaha Zoo – included with Admission
2021 Opening TBA: Alaskan Adventure opens TBA from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily with a reduced capacity.
The Alaskan Adventure Splash Pad offers an excellent way for zoo visitors to cool off during a hot summer day. Be sure to bring a change of clothes. This is included with admission to the Zoo and is located near the north entrance.
Hours are weather-permitting.
Have a splashy fun summer!
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