Franklin Steele Square Splash Pad
Minneapolis, MN
Best for
Toddlers through elementary ages
Hours
Open daily 10:00-21:00 when in season
Visit style
Short urban outing
Editor's Take
Best for a short cool-off break when you want city convenience more than destination-style features.
Best Fit
- Urban families wanting a quick free splash stop
- Short visits with younger kids
- Pairing water play with a neighborhood park outing
- Families seeking large feature-heavy spray parks
- Visitors wanting beach or pool access
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Toddler-friendly
Part of a larger park
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Operator type
Hours vary with season or weather
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Pricing Snapshot
Franklin Steele Square Splash Pad is one of the three official Minneapolis splash pads. It offers free summer water play with daily 10:00-21:00 hours when open. This is a good fit for families wanting a quick city splash stop near other downtown-adjacent park amenities.
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Best for
Toddlers through elementary ages
Hours
Open daily 10:00-21:00 when in season
Visit style
Short urban outing
Phone
(612) 230-6400Address
1600 Portland Ave S
Minneapolis, MN, 55404
Last updated
April 10, 2026
Verification summary
Last verified: April 10, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
Source
Ai Region Research
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