Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Donovan Memorial Park Splash Pad

Name: Donovan Memorial Park Splash Pad
Address: 9400 Elm St, Chadwicks, NY, 13319, US
Telephone: (315) 733-7500

Chadwicks, NY

Seasonal splash pad at Donovan Memorial Park in Chadwicks with pavilion rentals, park space, and a long-running reputation as a local summer cool-off spot.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through early elementary ages

Hours

Official 2025 town posting indicated Monday-Friday 10:00-18:00 and Saturday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, but confirm before visiting.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Short seasonal local outing

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A good no-frills seasonal splash option for nearby families, especially if you want park space and the ability to add a pavilion-based meetup.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Local families looking for a straightforward outdoor splash stop.
Kids who enjoy simple spray play more than a full pool trip.
Birthday meetups or group hangs anchored by a pavilion rental.

Less Ideal For

Families seeking a large, heavily themed spray park.
Visitors who need year-round operation.
Anyone who wants fully documented accessibility and feature specs in advance.

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground spraysSplash structure

Family amenities

PavilionsFree parking

Nearby park amenities

Pavilion rentals

Cost

Paid

Shade level

Partly shaded

Bathroom access

Short walk away

Fencing

Open access

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday partiesPrivate rentals

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Facilities

Park settingPavilion rentals

Hours SummaryOfficial 2025 town posting indicated Monday-Friday 10:00-18:00 and Saturday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, but confirm before visiting.

Planning Notes

Reservations for pavilions are made online only through the town recreation system.Bring shade gear and water since detailed on-site comfort amenities were not fully published.

Season WindowOfficial 2025 town posting indicated a seasonal summer window.

Pricing Snapshot

Admission NoteAn official 2025 town PDF confirmed seasonal operation but the extracted PDF text did not expose admission pricing.

Historical Local Coverage$5 per child for the day was reported by local media in 2025; confirm current pricing before visiting.

Pavilion Rentals

Gazebo

$40

Nonresident Large

$200

Nonresident Small

$100

Resident Large

$80

Resident Small

$40

About the Venue

Donovan Memorial Park Splash Pad is the Town of New Hartford's seasonal water-play area in Chadwicks. Official town recreation pages identify Donovan Memorial Park on Elm Street as the splash-pad park, and a 2025 town PDF describes it as a water-activated playground at Donovan Town Park with a summer operating window. Local coverage and search-result evidence indicate families use it as a straightforward outdoor splash stop, often paired with the park and pavilion space for casual meetups. This listing fits families who want a simple seasonal splash outing rather than a large destination water park.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through early elementary ages

Booking FrictionLow for drop-in visits; moderate if reserving a pavilion

Energy LevelModerate

Noise LevelModerate

Parent ComfortBetter for parents who are comfortable with a simpler municipal park setup

Visit StyleShort seasonal local outing

Birthday Party Snapshot

BookingPavilion reservations are available online through the Town of New Hartford recreation platform.

Pricing

Nonresident Large

$200

Nonresident Small

$100

Resident Large

$80

Resident Small

$40

SummaryBest for do-it-yourself birthday gatherings using the park and a reserved pavilion.

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations

Official town pages confirm the splash-pad location but do not publish detailed accessibility specifications.Families needing accessible restroom, surface, or transfer details should verify directly with the town before visiting.