Keep Cool this Summer: Splash Pads and Pools in Boston

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0.3 min readBy Maureen DahillPublished On: June 6th, 2025Categories: Lifestyle0 Comments

Splish Splash

Splash pads across the City are open and ready for splashing — a great way to stay cool this summer. Additionally, there are several public pools in Boston where you can take a swim. Many are offering swim lessons and aquatic programs.

Visit boston.gov/splash for an interactive map of locations, accessibility information, and live spray play status – updated hourly.

Maureen Dahill

Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.

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