Today, everything’s blue skies, the birds are singing, and squeals of delight can be heard from kids at both of our spraygrounds!

The water at the spraygrounds has officially been turned on for the season* as of today, Thursday, May 14, 2026!

If your family’s eager to enjoy some pre-summertime fun outside, we’re ready for you with the Marshall Playground and Sprayground, Egg Lawn, Cliffside Playground and Sprayground, and tons of other activities and upcoming events!

*At the Cliffside Center sprayground, the section for small children remains closed due to ongoing maintenance and may reopen by the weekend.

Open daily, weather permitting

The spraygrounds at Creekside Center in Beckley Creek Park and Cliffside Center in Broad Run Park will be open daily from 8am to 7:30pm (and will stay open until 8pm beginning in June). The water will remain on, weather permitting, through September.

The water in the spraygrounds is set up to run on a four-minute cycle. To turn it on, simply press the button found on the bollards at either end of the parks. Instructions and rules are posted on the orange signs that can be found in the playground/sprayground area.

The playgrounds and spraygrounds are free to enter, thanks to our generous visitors who support The Parklands through Membership.

Click or tap here to learn more about the spraygrounds.

A few reminders for visiting The Parklands during the busy spring and summer seasons:

• When using the playgrounds and spraygrounds, all visitors should abide by the posted playground and sprayground rules.
• Parking on busy weekends can be tough. Please be courteous and park only in designated spots.  If your favorite parking spot is full, continue around the road to find another spot and perhaps learn about a new park amenity in the process.
• Be Park Smart. While we take great pride in the safety of The Parklands, we rely on you to help support that effort. Don’t leave your purse, wallet, or other valuables in plain sight in your car.  Put valuables in your trunk—or better yet, leave them at home.
• The Louisville Loop can get quite busy at times, so be aware of your surroundings and traffic. Remember, let folks know if you are passing and ALWAYS pass on the left. Courtesy goes a long way in helping everyone to have a great park experience.
• Stay in the know by visiting theparklands.org/alerts, where you can get the latest information regarding alerts and updates. This includes weather- and maintenance-related closures at our spraygrounds.

Looking forward to soaking up sunny weather at a playground and sprayground? (Who doesn’t love water cannons and a three-loop spray tunnel?) Or maybe you prefer taking in the sights and sounds of spring along a trail. No matter how you choose to enjoy the warm days ahead, these experiences are made possible by your support.

Be a part of keeping these parks free and open to the public 365 days a year by becoming a Member today at theparklands.org/donate.