Official city image of Central Riverside Park and the Celebration Plaza splash pad area.

Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Celebration Plaza Splash Pad at Central Riverside Park

Riverside, Wichita, KS

Popular free splash pad in Central Riverside Park with mature shade, restrooms, playground access, and a scenic central-city setting.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Official city splash pad season hours are 10:00-20:00 daily.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Destination park outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A standout public option for families who want more than a quick spray stop thanks to the beautiful park setting and mature shade.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Families making a fuller park outing
Mixed-age siblings
Parents who value a scenic setting and shade

Less Ideal For

Families wanting a compact neighborhood-only splash stop
Visitors who prefer a fenced water-play area

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

BenchesPicnic tablesFree parking

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundWalking trails

Cost

Free

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Hours SummaryOfficial city splash pad season hours are 10:00-20:00 daily.

On Site

Restrooms
Benches
Picnic tables
Playground
Parking
Walking path

Season WindowSummer season

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

ParkingFree

About the Venue

Celebration Plaza Splash Pad sits inside Central Riverside Park near the heart of Wichita. The City says it was built in 2004 and describes it as very popular during the summer, with the broader park adding mature shade, restrooms, benches, picnic tables, a playground, and riverside walking access. This is one of the better choices for families who want a splash stop that still feels like a destination park outing.

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