Splash pads across Middle Tennessee are opening up, bringing welcome relief from the summer heat. These kid-friendly water play areas are perfect for cooling off, offering interactive fountains and sprayers that are fun, free, and easy to access. Most are located in public parks, making them a great all-day option for families looking to pair fun in the water with picnics, playgrounds and fresh air.
Most splash pads in Middle Tennessee operate daily through Labor Day or the end of September, though hours can vary by location. Be sure to bring sunscreen, towels and water shoes — and check with your local parks department for the most up-to-date information before heading out.
Don’t miss out on the chance to make the most of summer—gather your friends, pack your towels, and head to a splash pad near you for some free, family-friendly fun in the sun. Here’s a list of pads around the region:
Cheatham County
LL Burns Park Splash Pad
LL Burns Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
501 Park St, Kingston Springs
Hours: Daily from 6 a.m.-8 p.m
Cost: Free!
Davidson County
Kirkpatrick Sprayground
Kirkpatrick Sprayground
Now Open!
620 S 9th St, Nashville
Hours: Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Watkins Sprayground
Watkins Sprayground
Now Open!
John L. Johnstone Ave & 17th Ave N, Nashville
Hours: Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Dickson County
Henslee Park Splash Pad
Henslee Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
800 Hwy 70 W, Dickson
- Mondays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Tuesdays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Wednesdays 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
- Thursdays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Fridays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Saturdays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Sundays 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Cost: Free!
Maury County
Fischer Park Splash Pad
Fischer Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
4285 Port Royal Rd, Spring Hill
Hours: Daily from 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Fairview Park Splash Pad
Fairview Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
871 Iron Bridge Rd, Columbia
Hours: Daily from 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Robertson County
Splash Pad at Martin Luther king Jr. Park
Splash Pad in Springfield
Now Open!
Martin Luther king Jr. Park, 2623 S Main St, Springfield
Hours:
May 23 – August 2: Monday- Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
August 3 -September 7 (Labor Day): Monday- Sunday, 10 am to 7 pm
September 8- October 3: Monday- Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
Cost: Free!
Rutherford County
Fountains at Gateway Splash Pad
Fountains at Gateway Splash Pad
Now Open!
1500 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro
Hours: Daily from 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Gregory Mill Park Splash Pad
Gregory Mill Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
390 Enon Springs Rd E, Smyrna
Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Patterson Park Community Center Splash Pad
NEW! Patterson Park Community Center Splash Pad
Now Open!
521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Murfreesboro
Hours: Through May 31: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. & 4 – 6 p.m.
June and July: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Sumner County
Peay Park Splash Pad
Peay Park Splash Pad
Now Open!
111 Memorial Dr, Goodlettsville
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Memorial Day-First Weekend in August)
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (First Monday in August-Labor Day)
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Day after Labor Day-October)
Cost: Free!
Splash Pad in Portland
Now Open!
Richland Park, 303 Portland Blvd., Portland
Hours:
May 23 – August 1: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
August 2 -September 7 (Labor Day): 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Splash Pad in White House
Now Open!
105 College St White House, TN 37188
Hours:
May 25th – Labor Day:
- Monday through Saturday (excluding Wednesday) – 9 am to 8 pm
- Wednesday – Closed
- Sunday – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
September 8 to September 27:
- Monday through Friday – Closed
- Saturday – 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sunday – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Williamson County
Brentwood Splash Park
Brentwood Splash Park
Now Open!
920 Heritage Way, Brentwood
Brentwood (ISC) Splash Park Schedule (May 19 & May 21 )
Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Brentwood (ISC) Splash Park Schedule (May 23 – August 2)
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Brentwood (ISC) Splash Park Schedule (August 3 – September 11)
Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Brentwood (ISC) Splash Park Holiday Schedule
May 25, June 19, July 4, September 7, open 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 3, open from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Splash Park General Admission Fees
In-County Residents
Ages 0-2: FREE
Ages: 3-17: $3.00
Ages 18-54: $5.00
Ages 55+: $3.00
Out-of-County Residents
Ages 0-2: FREE
Ages 3-17: $5.00
Ages 18-54: $9.00
Ages 55+: $5.00
Franklin Splash Park
Franklin Splash Park
Now Open!
1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin
Franklin Splash Park Hours (May 4 – May 22)
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Outdoor Pool & Splash Park Hours (May 23 – August 2)
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Splash Park Hours (August 3 – September 11)
Monday – Friday 10:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Outdoor Pool Hours (August 8 – September 6)
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Outdoor Pool &Splash Park Holiday Schedule
May 25, June 19, July 4, September 7, open 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 3, open from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Outdoor Pool & Splash Park General Admission Fees
In-County Residents
Ages 0-2: FREE
Ages: 3-17: $3.00
Ages 18-54: $5.00
Ages 55+: $3.00
Out-of-County Residents
Ages 0-2: FREE
Ages 3-17: $5.00
Ages 18-54: $9.00
Ages 55+: $5.00
Wilson County
Ava’s Splash Pad
Ava’s Splash Pad
Now Open!
1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy, Mount Juliet
Hours:
Mon – Sat: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun: 1 – 5 p.m.
(open Tues and Thurs from 10 – 11 a.m. for 4 years old and younger!)
Cost: Free!
Cedars of Lebanon Splash Pad
Temporarily closed for maintenance
328 Cedar Forest Road, Lebanon
Hours: Daily from 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Cost: Free!
