We track 3 splash pads in New Albany — the 4th best-served city in Indiana. Every one of them is free.
Peak summer highs in New Albany average 89°F — warm enough for a splash pad through most of the season without being punishing at midday.
| Month | Average high |
|---|---|
| June | 85°F |
| July | 89°F |
| August | 88°F |
The things that decide a trip with small children — a toilet, some shade, somewhere to sit — are exactly what listings usually leave out. Across the 3 pads in New Albany:
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This New Albany park pairs an inclusive playground with a splash pad designed so children with special needs can play alongside everyone else. The water typically switches on at 11 a.m. daily in season.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
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River Run is New Albany's paid family waterpark and includes a dedicated splash area for younger kids in addition to slides and a lazy river. It is the largest municipal waterpark on the Indiana side of the metro.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
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Silver Street Park is a large New Albany community park whose free splash pad sits near sports fields and an indoor events center. It is one of two free splash options on the New Albany side of the river.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
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