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Splash Pads

Girls playing in Splash Pad

Great news! The Cowan Fields and Vansittart Avenue splash pads will open Saturday, May 17! 

Finkle Street Splash Pad

Located at Reeves Community Complex, 347 Finkle St. With more than 30 different spray features including a splash bucket, there is something for kids of all ages and abilities to enjoy.

In addition to the splash pad, there is an accessible playground that takes into consideration users mobility and sensory needs as well as a shade pavilion for families to get relief from sun or rain.

Grand Opening Event

Date & Time: Saturday, May 24, 1 - 3 p.m.

Rain Date: Sunday, May 25, 1 - 3 p.m.

Join us for the official grand opening of our newest (and biggest) splash pad and playground!

Families can enjoy lawn games, a free treat from Mega Cone Creamery and are encouraged to pack their bathing suits and even a picnic to enjoy.

Colouring Contest

Enter for a chance to be the first to push the button and turn the water on in the splash pad.   

To enter, children aged 3 - 13 are invited to submit a drawing and include all the features that would be included in their perfect park. Download the entry form or pick one up at a City recreational facility.

Contest Rules

Eligibility:

  • The contest is open for children aged 3 - 13.
  • Participants must live in Woodstock.
  • One entry per person.

Contest details:

  • Entries must be received in person at Reeves Community Complex or by email no later than 4 p.m. on May 16.
  • One winner will be drawn randomly from all the entries received in two age groups: Age 3-6 or 7-13
  • The winners will be invited to participate in the grand opening ceremonies and be the first person to push the button to turn on the spray features! Winners we be contacted using the information provided and must be available to participate in the grand opening event on Saturday, May 24 at 1 p.m. (rain date Sunday, May 25).

By submitting the entry form you agree to allow your child to participate and be photographed as part of the grand opening event. All entries become the property of the City of Woodstock and will not be returned. The City of Woodstock will not sell or redistribute any personal information to any third party.

Vansittart Park Splash Pad

  • Open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. seven days a week as of May 17, 2025
  • Located at Vansittart Avenue Park, between Drew St. and Ingersoll Ave.
  • Portable washroom will be available during splash pad hours.

Cowan Fields Splash Pad

  • Open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. seven days a week as of May 17, 2025
  • Located at Cowan Fields, 1495 Devonshire Ave.
  • Washrooms will be available during splash pad hours.

Spray & Play Wading Pool - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

Unfortunately, the wading pool at Southside Aquatic Centre had reached the end of its lifecycle and was not able to stay open safely. Various studies completed over the past 10+ years recommended replacing the wading pool with the new Finkle Street splash pad.

Contact Us

© 2017 City of Woodstock P.O. Box 1539, 500 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7

 

Phone: 519-539-1291
Email: General Information

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